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outdoors in Oregon : the essentials
Nature Reserves in Pacific City
Cape Kiwanda
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I always thought ‘Kiwanda’ sounded like it should be in Zimbabwe. Actually, this seaside park is wild like Africa, but decidedly O
Nature Reserves in Coos Bay
Sunset Bay State Park
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I guess it's easy to overlook Sunset Bay State Park. It's just one of what must be hundreds of state parks, state waysides, and st
Valleys in Mount Hood Village
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Viewpoints in Corbett
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Nature Reserves in Tillamook
Bayocean Peninsula County Park
Venture off the beaten path and visit this wonder of a beach on the Oregon coast. Turn on 3rd street off of Hwy 101. Cross the Til
Nature Reserves in Cascade Locks
Upper McCord Creek Trail
This hike in the Columbia River Gorge is a great one to combine with Elowah Falls. It starts at the same trailhead (John B. Yeon)
Nature Reserves in Hillsboro
Helvetia Lavender Farm
Nestled in the hills just west of Portland, Helvetia Lavender Farm is a great summertime stop if you enjoy good views and a relaxi
Hiking in Yachats
Captain Cook Trail
To do this fun little hike, start at the Cape Perpetua Visitor Center, and follow the paved trail through the historic Civilian Co
Waterfalls in Cascade Locks
Elowah Falls
Elowah Falls is located in the Columbia Gorge off of Hwy 84. It's a short and comfortable hike to see the beautiful falls. Park at
Viewpoints in Astoria
Astoria Column
What's fun to do with a day in Astoria? Head up the hill to this giant monument and climb up 164 steps of the dizzying spiral stai
Nature Reserves in Hammond
Fort Steven's State Park
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Fort Stevens was once a strategic trade site turned into a military defense site, but now is a beautiful 4,200 acre park along the
Waterfalls in Mount Hood Village
Tamanawas Falls
Tamanawas Falls hike lies on the east side of Mt. Hood; a short drive from the town of Hood River. It's a relatively easy hike, ma
Hiking in Bend
Shevlin Park Loop
Shevlin Park loop is an easy and beautiful path along Tumalo Creek. It’s located about 3 miles northwest of Bend. The park entranc
Skiing in North Powder
Anthony Lakes Ski Area
Anthony Lakes is one of the West's smaller areas, but it's got serious cred. The 1000-vertical foot mountain features two dozen or
Bays in Newport
Gardens in Portland
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Valleys in Hood River
Canyons in Oxbow