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Oregon's natural wonders are around every turn. Drive the scenic byways of the Oregon Coast or the Cascade Mountains. Hike or bike the trails to waterfalls. Grab your camera to capture spring wildflowers, colorful fall foliage or wildlife. 

  • Hike through groves of 500-year-old trees
  • Row over a petrified forest visible beneath 100 feet of water
  • Swim in one of the world's clearest lakes
  • Gaze across 1,500-year-old lava flows
  • Ride a dune buggy on North America's most expansive coastal sand dunes
  • Descend into America's largest sea cave, home to many bellowing sea lions
  • Dive Oregon's first official dive park off Florence's North Jetty
  • Take in the view from Cape Perpetua
  • Venture into the wilderness with an experienced guide

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How to Explore Oregon's Tide Pools
: Briton T Ogden
  • 2 minute read

    • How to Explore Oregon's Tide Pools

    Coastal marine life provides fascinating sightseeing and photography opportunities! Here is how to… Read More — How to Explore Oregon's Tide Pools

    Outdoor Summer Concert Guide
  • 10 minute read

    • Outdoor Summer Concert Guide

    All summer long, soak up the live music scene at outdoor festivals, amphitheaters and parks across the… Read More — Outdoor Summer Concert Guide

    Mountain Biking in the McKenzie River Region
    : Jody Trendler
  • 6 minute read

    • Mountain Biking in the McKenzie River Region

    The McKenzie River region is a surprisingly robust mountain biking destination — and especially… Read More — Mountain Biking in the McKenzie River Region

    Cool Off on the McKenzie River This Summer
  • 2 minute read

    • Cool Off on the McKenzie River This Summer

    When the Willamette Valley heats up, head for the cold, clear waters of the McKenzie River in the Cascade… Read More — Cool Off on the McKenzie River This Summer

    Natural Swimming Holes
    : Thomas Moser
  • 9 minute read

    • Natural Swimming Holes

    Where can you take a refreshing dip this summer? We asked around and came up with this list of some of… Read More — Natural Swimming Holes

    Ten Classic Oregon Adventures
    : Melanie Ryan Griffin
  • 5 minute read

    • Ten Classic Oregon Adventures

    In the Eugene, Cascades & Coast region, you step into experiences that exist nowhere else. This is… Read More — Ten Classic Oregon Adventures

    Best Places to Paddle
    : Courtesy of WVVA
  • 5 minute read

    • Best Places to Paddle

    The Eugene, Cascades & Coast region offers many lakes and rivers, even the Pacific Ocean. Explore… Read More — Best Places to Paddle

    Eugene Area Campgrounds
  • 3 minute read

    • Eugene Area Campgrounds

    Camp close to Eugene and all the great city amenities while enjoying the serenity of nature. Three… Read More — Eugene Area Campgrounds

    When is McKenzie Pass Hwy 242 Open for Cycling?
  • 4 minute read

    • When is McKenzie Pass Hwy 242 Open for Cycling?

    Highway 242 is part of the well-known "McKenzie Pass Scenic Bikeway" route and it is a beloved… Read More — When is McKenzie Pass Hwy 242 Open for Cycling?