Of all of the cute coastal towns Oregon has to offer, families will probably appreciate Newport the most. The town, located on Oregon’s central coast, features kid-friendly attractions like the Oregon Coast Aquarium, Oregon State University’s Hatfield Marine Science Center and several beaches. Newport also provides numerous outdoor attractions suited for adults, including scenic Yaquina […]
Oregon’s largest state park is one of the state’s most unique and scenic natural attractions because of its jaw-dropping waterfalls. The Trail of Ten Falls hiking path loops through the park and takes you above, below and even behind its 10 waterfalls, including the 177-foot-tall South Falls. What’s more, Silver Falls State Park offers 35-plus […]
Willamette Valley is to Oregon what Napa Valley is to California. This destination is home to two-thirds of Oregon’s wineries and vineyards, totaling more than 700 wineries for the entire region. Come here to wine and fine dine for days, and be sure to sample as much pinot noir as you can, since it is […]
Powder hounds and nature lovers take note – Mount Hood is one of Oregon’s best places to enjoy outdoor activities. The state’s tallest mountain towers more than 11,000 feet above sea level and is reputed to be the second-most climbed peak in the world. Its perpetually snow-covered peaks are home to six ski areas that […]
A top destination on the Oregon Coast, Cannon Beach features a nearly 4-mile-long shoreline with tide pools and sand dunes in addition to its most well-known attribute, the 235-foot-tall Haystack Rock. Once you’ve gotten your fill of this breathtaking beach, hop in the car and visit nearby Oswald West State Park, which offers great hiking, […]
Oregon (/ˈɒrɪɡən/ ⓘ) is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Oregon is a part of the Western United States, with the Columbia River delineating much of Oregon’s northern boundary with Washington, while the Snake River delineates much of its eastern boundary with Idaho. The 42° north parallel delineates the southern […]
