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The things you can do in spring are as diverse as the refreshing but unpredictable weather: wildflower hikes, vibrant festivals, Scenic Bikeways, wine tasting, snowboarding, waterfalls, whale-watching and more. Expect to be dazzled as the Beaver State bursts with colors. More

Ashland gets a lot of press for being an outdoorsy town, a mountain biking paradise and a trail running haven — yet the trails above town aren’t crowded, not even a little bit. I rarely see more than two people on any given trail. Despite the quiet trails, the runners of the Rogue Valley weave a tight and welcoming community. Fellow runners greet each other with smiles and cheers. Even though it’s an individual sport, sometimes it feels like being on a wonderfully dynamic team. More

It’s easy to forget that the natural beauty of Central Oregon is entirely volcanic in origin. More

What is it about waterfalls that makes them so captivating? My husband, Gary, and I took a Southern Oregon waterfall tour with the kids and it was one of our best trips of all time. We enjoyed every moment of the serenity — the quiet meditation as we hiked to each waterfall was so calming and surreal. We kept our eyes wide open so we didn't miss a thing: a squirrel crossing our path; a lizard lounging on a rock; or the first misty moment... More

Oregon’s Central Coast offers rugged Pacific Northwest scenery, from soaring headlands to pristine crescent beaches. You’ll also find the quintessential seaside attractions that resonate both with kids and playful adults. You can rent bikes, learn to surf, book whale-watching and charter-fishing cruises, and ramble along breezy oceanfront trails. Casual restaurants specializing in everything from hearty pancake breakfasts to local albacore and razor clam dinners proliferate in the region’s main towns, of which Lincoln City is the largest and most central, making it a perfect base... More

Visiting the South Coast’s secluded sweep of laid-back towns feels like you’re in on a secret — even more so when you take the trip car-free. More

No matter the season, Brookings is a fun little town to visit. It's the first beach town you hit as you cross the southern Oregon border. Rain or shine, there is always something for the family to do. Check out this list of favorite family-friendly activities in Brookings. More

Oregon has long produced and attracted dreamers and drifters, misfits and mysteries, so it’s no wonder that the Willamette Valley claims more than its fair share of the freaky and the far out. More

Eugene knows more than a little something about getting around on foot. After all, this is a city that’s nicknamed TrackTown USA. More

Way up in North Portland, where the Willamette and Columbia rivers converge, sits a bastion of old-school cool. It’s a place where decades-old dive bars coexist with artists’ boutiques, where longshoremen from the nearby port sit side by side with 20-something creatives, and where you can catch a live band, play bingo or trot out your trivia at one of the many bars and pubs any night of the week. More

The premiere ATV sand event in the country and the Ovation Award winner of "The Best Sporting Event in Oregon". DuneFest has it all; motocross racing, sand drags, freestyle shows, charity auction and much more.  Vendor row offers ATVs, clothing, crafts, ATV accessories and food.  DuneFest offers a kid’s safe ATV riding area and a free shuttle bus service from Winchester Bay. Wednesday – Saturday all day Sunday ends at noon More

There’s a stunning way to see this craggy stretch of shoreline that doesn’t require setting foot on the gas pedal: a reliable network of public transit. More

Set amid rolling hills of green and gold, verdant mountains, and the orchards and farms just southwest of Portland, Yamhill County does two things best: world-class wine and walkable small towns. With more than 300 wine producers calling the area home and regular buses to regional destinations, getting there isn’t a problem — but never wanting to leave might be. More

This journey leads out of the bustling center of Portland down the Columbia River, through the Coast Range and out to the beautiful beaches and friendly towns of Oregon’s North Coast. Travel west along the Columbia into the maritime town of Astoria, south to Lincoln City and then back to Portland by way of rolling… More

To see where the dunes came from, just look inland: they’re essentially ground-up pieces of the Oregon Coast Range, worn away by time and weather and washed downstream to the ocean. Tides, currents, waves and wind pushed the resulting sand back inland. Since this part of Oregon’s coastline is a gentle slope instead of the usual steep headlands, the sand spread inland as far as 2.5 miles. Over millions of years, it piled up to 500 feet above sea level in places, interspersed with marshes,... More

For me, nothing screams “summertime” more than sitting under the sky listening to live music from some of my favorite artists. Even though it’s chilly and decidedly wintery outside right now, I recently started thinking about summer when the Les Schwab Amphitheater in Bend announced their first two concerts for 2016: Alabama Shakes and Ben Harper and… More

Awarded second place in Oregon Business Magazine’s 100 Best Fan-Favorite Destinations for 2016-2017 and winner of Trip Advisor’s Certified of Excellence the past three years in a row, the Bayberry Inn is a family-run, pet-friendly Ashland B&B located within a few short blocks of downtown Ashland. Walking distance to everything. Enjoy gourmet breakfast and homemade baked goods daily with their fresh roasted Bayberry-blend artisan coffee and complimentary port and sherry in the evenings. Free wifi and free parking. More

Sliced in two by a river that winds for 111 miles from the southern Cascade Mountains to the Pacific Ocean, the Umpqua Valley is known just as well for its legendary outdoor recreation (the Umpqua River is nicknamed the Graduate School for Steelhead Fly Fishing) as it is for its award-winning wineries and sophisticated, locally sourced cuisine. More

When my husband needed to make a quick trip to Bandon for work, it seemed like the perfect time to take one more family vacation before we all jump into our busy season. More

This story is the Ochoco Gravel Roubaix essay contest winner. Called the "toughest gravel event in Oregon," the Ochoco Gravel Roubaix takes place on Saturday, August 20, 2016 in Prineville. Participants can choose from four routes: a 120-mile loop with 8,713 feet of climbing; a 80-mile loop with 5,869 feet of climbing; a 45-mile loop with 2,146 feet… More

Surrounded by the sprawling Eagle Cap Wilderness, the completely renovated Minam River Lodge exudes alpine luxury — and it’s one of the few hike/fly-in lodges left in the country. There are only three ways to access it: by foot, on horseback or charter plane. More

Curious travelers planning an adventure to this wild pocket of the Pacific Northwest should pack boots and cowboy hats — you’ll need both while exploring this arid side of the Cascades. The region is rich in history (hello, prehistoric fossil beds) and also offers incredible opportunities to soak up the high-desert sunshine, something that newcomers might not believe exists here in Oregon. Here are the top stops from my weekend road trip. More

This family friendly event begins July 3rd at 6pm with a cruise of old and new cars on Broadway in downtown Malin, along with music and old fashion hamburgers, fries, and shakes at Papa Tany’s restaurant.  Tours of the Malin Museum will also be available during the Cruise.   The Annual Malin Park Car Show begins July 4th with a Merchant’s Breakfast at Malin Community Hall, parade, car show, food concessions, and raffles.  There are categories to enter vehicles for judging and prizes awarded to the... More

Autumn is prime time for country escapes. As you travel back roads, you’ll pass colorful leaves turning mountain slopes golden and scarlet hues. You can taste crisp cider from heritage barns and pick buckets of apples for baking pies. Up pop the pumpkin patches and corn mazes, as well as the aroma of ripening pears. In wine country, the grape clusters hang heavy from the vines — plump and deeply purple — and the bustle of harvest fills the air and sparks the imagination. More

The nation’s most famous chef, James Beard may very well have redefined the art of American food at a time when touting it was not particularly fashionable. But for generations of home cooks, the legacy of the Oregon-born icon resonates on a more personal level. More

Oregon is all about hidden gems, those lesser-known places that shine without the spotlight. The South Willamette Valley is chock-full of these jewels. More

Jennifer Moore believes raw food isn’t just healthy and delicious — it’s also beautiful. Take the cacao pod, for example. “[Raw cacao] is the most beautiful thing — with purples, oranges, reds, yellows,” the Bend nutritionist-turned-entrepreneur says. An almond tree, meanwhile, is “full of furry, fluffy green pods. You break it open and there are… More

When the holiday tree lights up in Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland’s festive spirit is officially unfurled. Cheerful decorations line the storefronts and seasonal parties spill out on the sidewalk. Throw yourself into the celebration with a trip to Oregon’s biggest city for shopping, dinner and a show. Shopping For the special folks on your gift… More

Just a stone’s throw from Portland, the Tualatin Valley is a great place to celebrate the seasons. With 40 wineries to explore, it's a sipping paradise. More

Located where the Willamette River meets the Calapooia River, Albany (pop. 51,000) was founded in the mid-19th century. Located just a few miles off of I-5, this farming city has retained a charming, walkable downtown and has more historic homes (350) than any other city in Oregon. Around Town: The Monteith and Hackleman Historic districts… More