Colorful trees pop against crisp mountain air; head for the hills this fall. You’ll find granite-topped mountain peaks, towering evergreens and pops of yellow, orange and even red. Get outdoors with a hike, then make it a weekend with camping.…
Back in the 1970s, Mount St. Helens was a recreational playground, similar to Mt Rainier. Then one quiet Sunday morning in 1980, the landscape changed. That morning, this quiet mountain getaway lost its top and made news worldwide. A…
The Columbia River Gorge is home to waterfalls, sweet summer fruit and a volcano, all east of Portland, Oregon. You can spend a day exploring the Columbia River Gorge National Recreation Area with an easy drive on Interstate 84. This…
Between Crater Lake and the Columbia River Gorge in central Oregon, Bend is a top outdoor destination. As a favorite outdoor destination throughout the seasons, travelers will find hiking, biking, river rafting and a National Monument to explore. The Newberry…
Explorers Lewis and Clark set out with a band of men to paddle waterways in canoes to reach the Pacific Ocean in the early 1800s. President Theodore Roosevelt dispatched a pair of explorers to chart the newly acquired land from…
Deep in Oregon’s fir-covered mountains lies a secret. Just south of Grants Pass in the Rogue River Siskiyou National Forest, visitors can explore an underground landscape of marble halls and an underground stream. Oregon Caves National Monument offers seasonal tours. After…
Skagway, Alaska, is a favorite among cruise passengers. The town of Skagway is a restored mining town, filled with old wooden buildings and lots of history. Cruisers will find plenty to see without taking an organized excursion, though if you…
In Washington’s Strait of Juan de Fuca, San Juan Island offers mild summer temperatures and lots of outdoor activities. Visitors to San Juan will find a National Park Service site and one of the best places to see whales from…
Portland is the largest city in Oregon and a cultural hub, blending indoor museums with outdoor activities, such as its numerous parks. During the summer months, Portland is ideal to visit with its endless sunny and long days. Always a…
In Washington, families can explore Olympic National Park, with over 1,440 square miles of wilderness. It is two hours west of Seattle on the Olympic Peninsula. As a year-round destination, families will also find several ecosystems, like mountaintop meadows, old-growth…
Located in the Pacific Northwest, Oregon is a perfect summer getaway with nine picture-perfect road trip stops. From Portland to the Waterfalls along the Columbia River Gorge, you’ll find big doses of scenic beauty. Then, head for its pristine lakes…
In the Pacific Northwest, travelers can venture between mountain tops, coastlines and majestic forests. Oregon’s National Parks are the best places to enjoy the best of the state. The Columbia River forms a northern border with Washington and boasts waterfalls…