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Scenic Landscapes & Nature

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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Visiting Mount Pisgah and Salt Creek Falls as a Wheelchair User
: Mark Fontaine
  • 4 minute read

    • Visiting Mount Pisgah and Salt Creek Falls as a Wheelchair User

    Summit trails and waterfalls! I’ve got a full day’s worth of outdoor adventures to share… Read More

    Best Views of City Lights
  • 1 minute read

    • Best Views of City Lights

    Gaze out at millions of twinkling lights of the metropolitan areas. The magic and beauty of nighttime… Read More

    Favorite Winter Hikes
  • 6 minute read

    • Favorite Winter Hikes

    Bundle up, pull on a warm hat and boots that can handle the mud – you're going winter hiking!… Read More

    Want To Cut Your Own Tree For the Holiday?
  • 3 minute read

    • Want To Cut Your Own Tree For the Holiday?

    Celebrate the holiday season by chopping down your own tree! This is a challenging yet rewarding day-trip… Read More

    Oregon Wine Country in All Seasons
    : Maggie Kirkland
  • 4 minute read

    • Oregon Wine Country in All Seasons

    When is the best time to visit Oregon Wine Country? Each season brings something new: the golden vines of… Read More

    Spectacular Riverfront Lodging on the McKenzie River
  • 5 minute read

    • Spectacular Riverfront Lodging on the McKenzie River

    Stay right on the river in a well-situated McKenzie River lodge or cabin. Throughout the autumn into… Read More

    Rainy Day Hikes
    : Melanie Griffin
  • 3 minute read

    • Rainy Day Hikes

    Hiking in the rain is an invigorating Oregon experience. All you need are some good hiking boots for… Read More

    Colorful Autumn Waterfalls
  • 2 minute read

    • Colorful Autumn Waterfalls

    Explore your favorite waterfalls in the fall! Absent summer hikers and summer heat, hike untrodden paths… Read More

    Guide to the Oregon Coast in Any Weather
    : Melanie Ryan Griffin
  • 2 minute read

    • Guide to the Oregon Coast in Any Weather

    The Oregon Coast is beautiful in all weather. Hike seaside cliff trails with far-reaching views on sunny… Read More