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Winter in Oregon is waiting for you — so grab it, love it, and use this checklist to help make it your best winter ever. More

Held in Bend’s bustling Old Mill District, Oregon WinterFest is a three-day celebration of all things winter. More

It's easy to fall in love with Central Oregon in the winter. Here are a few favorite ways to explore this winter wonderland. More

Winter is an ideal time to explore beaches, forests and more. Here’s our guide to 7 magical winter adventures on the great Oregon Coast. More

This sno-park offers access to both motorized and non-motorized winter recreation activities in and around Newberry Caldera. The lot generallly fills up on weekends during the winter. It can also be used as a base for summer hiking/biking ventures. View a winter trail snowmobile map here. View a winter nordic trail map here. More

Winter steelhead fishing and clamming are popular winter activities on the Oregon Coast, but it doesn't end there. Watch waves crashing at Shore Acres, visit museums or catch a show at a local theater, tackle the Oregon Dunes or roll the dice at The Mill Casino. Here are some ideas to start planning your winter… More

This area provides space for winter recreation launching points. Cross country skiing and other winter activities can be accessed from this location. Space for 10 cars. Trailhead board with map. More

Bring on the snowstorms, cold temperatures and even the rain! One thing we love about Oregon winters is our great indoors. A fireside armchair, hot cup of tea (or glass of wine) and a good book are in order. Here are some great spots for warming up this winter. Storm watch Watch winter squalls rage… More

I grew up wishing for a year-round winter. Even at an early age, I realized how special Central Oregon was and how lucky we were to have this private winter playground. More

Delivery-only pizza. Open 4 to 9 pm; closed Wednesdays in winter. More

This sno-park offers access to both motorized and non-motorized winter recreation activities. It can also be used as a base for summer hiking/biking ventures. View a winter snowmobile trail map here. More

Pretty much anything you would do any other time of year, you can do in the winter in Cannon Beach. You do need to be prepared for rain, but that doesn’t stop many people from enjoying the beaches, hiking trails, viewpoints or exploring the town. In fact, winter is a great time for all those activities with uncrowded beaches and trails. Wildlife sightings are much more common in the winter including herds of Roosevelt Elk, Bald Eagles, wintering birds in the Ecola Creek estuary and... More

This 222-ac wildlife preserve is in the heart of Beaverton. About 5 mi of trails (1.5 mi paved) lead through mixed forests, creeks, wetlands, ponds, and meadows. The park is home to Winter Wren, Steller’s Jay and Brown Creeper, and Varied Thrush in winter. Spring migration brings warblers and flycatchers. Hooded Merganser and Bufflehead are just a few of the waterfowl that can be spotted at Big Pond in the winter, along with Great Blue Heron (year-round) and Green Heron which may winter, but is... More

Winter’s Hill Estate offers their cellar to several small wine producers and sell some of their grapes to others. They are hosting a Co-op wine tasting festival to showcase these producers that are part of the family at Winter’s Hill. Each winery will pour three wines, with food served all day from Red Hills Market. More

At the wildlife area: Fern Ridge Wildlife Area is managed primarily for waterfowl wintering and nesting. More than 250 species of birds use the area during different seasons of the year, making this an excellent birding destination. Shorebirds, raptors and wintering waterfowl including ducks, geese and swans can be seen during late fall and winter. Lake and marsh habitats provide excellent viewing opportunities. Wintering waterfowl are best viewed on open water areas of the reservoir and in flooded cropland fields on the southeast portion of... More

Oregon’s diverse climates and landscapes mean that winter looks completely different, depending on where you go. Whether you’re hunting for champagne powder in the Wallowas or truffle hunting and puddle jumping in the Willamette Valley, Oregon winter means diverse adventures. More

This site is a large paved parking area, with ample room for large groups, RVs and trailers. There is a toilet located in the center of the parking area and an information kiosk with trail maps at the trailhead on the west side of the parking area. There is also a warming hut in this area for skiers and snowshoers in the winter.  Provides access to: Central Oregon snowmobile trails (winter) Edison nordic ski and snowshoe trails (winter)  Edison Butte OHV Trail System (summer) Edison-Lava mountain... More

This busy sno-park/trailhead is used to access non-motorized winter trails, as well as summer hiking/biking trails. There are toilets in the site and a warming hut available to winter users. To view a map of the nordic trail system accessed at this sno-park, click here. More

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If you’ve never tried snowshoeing, here are all the reasons to put it on your to-do list this winter. More

The winter landscape was magical as we raced through trails that are only accessible to the Oregon Trail of Dreams. More

​Snowshoe off trail into a snowy winter wonderland on our small group tours.Our outstanding naturalist guides bring the area alive for you with vibrant interpretation, snow play for all ages and simple inspiration of nature’s winter wonder.  Includes your guide, snowshoes, hot cocoa, and transportation! More

If you’ve never hiked in Oregon in winter, here’s what you’re missing: the drama of rain-flushed waterfalls; seabirds hanging on the updraft of a cliff’s edge; views of the ocean’s stormy moods; elk and deer browsing on the wintery landscape. Add these trails to your winter hiking list: Combine the Captain Cook Trail and Restless… More

The smell of wood burning during the crisp Oregon evenings is always the first sign fall has come. The days slowly get shorter while we take out our sweaters packed away since May.  Football is in full swing and the candy hangover from Halloween quickly passes and Thanksgiving comes. Fall is my most favorite season, but… More

Winter is quickly approaching. It’s in the brisk morning air, the mud on your shoes and the extra layer you throw on to go out and play. Runners know winter means some of the best (i.e. quirky and invigorating) races of the year in Oregon. Here are some of our favorite. Nov. 20: It’s a… More

Ready to make a family winter weekend near Crater Lake? Here’s how. More

The Oregon Coast's winter festivals offer up food, music, natural treasures and more. More

Wintertime brings shorter days, darker nights and cold flurries of snow. We love playing outside in winter, but it’s also the perfect season for a cozy getaway indoors. Mountain lodge, riverside cabin or historic hotel? Choose your ideal winter hideaway. Historic Enterprise House, Enterprise: This 1910 Edwardian mansion, set among the fields and orchards of… More

Winter is a wonderful time to look for feathered visitors. Oregon’s wildlife areas offer tremendous opportunities to see migrating and overwintering birds of all kinds. More

When you’re lucky enough to go fishing with a good friend who knows the water well, you’re sure to learn something new. That’s especially true when the Columbia River is under your keel to carry you toward new adventure. Steve Fick first explored the Columbia River estuary as a kid, so he knows his way… More