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Easy Snowshoeing to Little Zigzag Falls
Try this beautiful beginner snowshoeing trail near Portland.
20 Best Short Hikes in the Columbia Gorge
Try the Columbia River Gorge’s most rewarding hikes under 5 miles long.
30 Fun and Creative Date Ideas in Portland
Try something new this weekend to shake up your date night routine.
Hike the Eagle Creek Trail to Punch Bowl Falls
Try out one of the most adventurous hiking trails in the Columbia Gorge.
Hike to Wahclella Falls
Check out this incredible short waterfall hike in the Columbia Gorge.
20 Best Things to Do in Cannon Beach
Check out the restaurants, shops, and hiking trails around this charming beach town.
How to See the Buxton Trestle on the Banks-Vernonia Trail
Cross an 80-foot-tall decommissioned railroad trestle as part of a hike or bike on this great year-round trail.
Hike the New North Rim Trail at Silver Falls State Park
Check out this easy new trail in Oregon’s most incredible state park.
Hike to White River Canyon from Timberline Lodge
Try out this easy and rewarding hike high on the slopes of Mt Hood.
Find Oregon Coast Solitude at Florence’s South Jetty Beach
Enjoy miles of sandy beaches and grassy dunes without the crowds.
How to Watch Salmon Migrate at Bonneville Dam
See the best of Bonneville Lock and Dam, including its underwater fish-viewing windows.
How to See Portland’s Giant Troll
Visit one of Portland’s newest attractions — if you dare!
7 Fun Things to Do at Oxbow Regional Park
Check out this beautiful park on the Sandy River just outside of Portland.
How to Hike to Silcox Hut on Mt Hood
See the views from 7,000 feet in elevation on this unforgettable Mt Hood hike.
4 Magnificent Short Hikes at Crater Lake National Park (+ Quick Visitor’s Guide)
See the highlights of Oregon’s incredible national park.
Hike to Crater Lake on the Cleetwood Cove Trail
Try out the only trail in Crater Lake National Park that will bring you down to the water.
How to Visit the Lava River Cave at Newberry National Volcanic Monument
Journey through a mile-long lava tube just outside of Bend, Oregon.
11 Great Hikes near Portland for Hot Days
Find shaded trails and cool water on hot summer days.
