About the Author

Teresa Bergen

Teresa Bergen is a Portland-based writer who specializes in outdoors, vegan, sober and eco-travel. She’s on a mission to kayak or paddleboard in every US state and Canadian province. Teresa is the author of Easy Portland Outdoors and Sober Travel Handbook, and co-author of Historic Cemeteries of Portland, Oregon.

Sober Travel in Oregon

December 1, 2025
Oregon is famous for wine regions and craft brewing, but if you’re a nondrinker like me who’s traveling around Oregon, don’t worry. Makers here have been busy crafting delicious and interesting drinks for everyone to be included in the fun and warmth of gatherings. Here are some of my tips from researching my Sober Travel Handbook and from adventuring without drinking in Oregon for more than a quarter of a century. More
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Top Haunted Houses in Oregon

September 24, 2024
Here are some of the top places to get scared senseless on the nights leading up to Halloween — most are open weekends and some weekdays during the month of October, but check the websites for exact dates and times. All are indoor, walk-through attractions, perfect for a terrifying rainy night. More
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Guía de las Las Mejores Aventuras al Aire Libre en Portland

June 20, 2024
Estas son algunas de las mejores maneras de disfrutar de una aventura al aire libre en Portland este verano y durante todo el año, ya sea por su cuenta o con guías expertos que pueden mostrarle la ciudad desde la perspectiva de los locales. More
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Ultimate Guide to Portland Outdoor Adventures

May 28, 2024
Here are some of the best ways to enjoy an adventure in Portland’s outdoors this summer and year-round, either on your own or with expert guides, who can show you the city from an insider’s perspective. More
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Where to Find Enchanting Carousels in Oregon

June 21, 2023
Several dedicated organizations in Oregon are working to bring back the glory days of classic carousel rides. Here's where to find and ride on colorful, hand-painted animals at spots across the state. More
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Hauntingly Cool Ghost Tours in Oregon

September 6, 2022
While some Oregonians bemoan autumn’s shortening days, spooky folks like me welcome the long nights and ghostly visits. From Jacksonville to Astoria, Oregon is filled to the brim with pioneer cemeteries and haunted old buildings worth exploring when the wind whispers on a cool, brooding day. And I know, because my deep dive into Portland’s cemeteries led me to co-write a book on them. Check out these local tours to get into the Halloween spirit, outings that combine a history lesson with the presence of... More
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Cómo Visitar La Magnifica Marys Peak de Oregon

June 27, 2022
En el primer día de primavera, un amigo mío y yo manejamos al estacionamiento más alto de Marys Peak y abrimos las puertas del automóvil, preparándonos para el viento. More
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How to Visit Oregon’s Magnificent Marys Peak

May 26, 2022
Marys Peak, 25 miles west of Corvallis, is quiet in March. It takes a while for spring to reach this high, and there’s a mystical feeling to the wind blowing over the expanse of white. But by May, droves of wildflower seekers will make such a quiet day seem unbelievable. By early summer, blooms will light up the peak. On clear days, hikers have a 360-degree view of the ocean and the Cascades. Here’s how to explore. More
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