Oregon Hiking
With more trees than people, just about as many waterfalls, and richly ventured terrain, outdoor adventurists never had it so good. Whether you're an experienced through hiker, a nascent beginner or somewhere in between, Oregon has the hiking trail for you.
Our Oregon Hiking Trips
Silver Falls State Park in Oregon: 10 Awesome Waterfalls in a Single Day
Silver Falls State Park Oregon is the largest park in the state at close to ten thousand acres. It features moderate trails through dense Oregon forest that bring you to a total of ten different waterfalls. The well-maintained trails, paired with the uniquely beautiful falls, make Silver Falls hike in Oregon a popular place that … Read more
McDowell Creek Falls- A Mythical Oregon Hike
McDowell Creek Falls Oregon is a moderate hike located north of Sweet Home. It features beautiful forest views and serene boardwalk stairs leading to the base and summit of two waterfalls. Oregon Hike Views For us, the McDowell Creek Falls trail started out in a small gravel parking lot at the Royal Terrace Trailhead in … Read more
Fort Stevens State Park: Oregon Forgotten Battlements on the Columbia
Outside Astoria, Oregon sits a crucial part of both Civil war and WWII history. Fort Stevens State Park is the site of decades of Oregon battle time defense, protecting the crucial Columbia River waterway. Today, many of the structures still stand. Descending upon Fort Stevens State Park Oregon On a foggy, cold morning in Astoria, … Read more
Toketee Falls Trail in Oregon and the Hunt for a Red Toyota
By far, one of our favorite waterfalls is Toketee Falls in Oregon. Water, in shades of green and blue crystal, cascades over a sheer basalt cliff, falling into not just one, but two turbulent turquoise pools. The Toketee Falls trail winds through stone staircases and the most elaborate treetop trail before it finally gives up … Read more
Fort Hoskins Hiking Trail – Oregon History Hidden in the Valley
Oregon’s Willamette Valley is known for its endless hiking opportunities, many of which are intertwined with rich Oregon history. Fort Hoskins sits nestled into the valley, as a little-known historical secret. If you are planning an Oregon vacation, you may want to add this hidden gem to your list. Fort Hoskins History Originally created to … Read more
Drift Creek Falls Hike- Oregon’s Most Surprising Hike
The Drift Creek Falls hike winds through a dense, damp forest. Ferns carpet the ground, blanketing everything in shades of green. As you walk, the hike may seem to be leading you in endless circles, but soon enough, the forest’s secret is revealed. About Drift Creek Falls Located in Oregon’s Siuslaw National Forest, this 3 … Read more
Starvation Creek State Park: Cabin Creek Falls and Starvation Creek Falls
Starvation Creek State Park is a state park in Oregon located along the Columbia River Gorge. This trailhead serves as a jumping off point for accessing the paved old highway 30, that is now a hiking trail for pedestrians. This trailhead also serves as easy access for four different and unique waterfalls, that are all … Read more
5 Oregon Scenic Places You Definitely Want to Visit this Spring
Spring comes to Oregon earlier than some parts of the country making it a fine time to visit some of the Oregon scenic places that are cluttering up your bucket list. But if you’re looking for ways to enjoy an Oregon in spring, we have 5 of the most scenic places that are sure to … Read more
Finding the Treacherous Route to Yaquina Falls
Down a sloping, winding, and seemingly abandoned logging road, a small trail appears covered in ferns. Down this “trail,” the adventure to Yaquina Falls really begins. The Pre-Adventure to Yaquina Falls The path to Yaquina Falls was not what I expected it to be, from start to finish. My first time visiting the falls was … Read more
Oregon’s Mosier Twin Tunnels Hike, Mother-Daughter Trek into History
During our excursion into the Columbia River Gorge, we sought to avoid the crowds. While we did do the more touristy things such as Multnomah Falls, we also tried to stick to lesser known adventures such as Ponytail Falls and the Mosier Twin Tunnels hike. What Are the Mosier Twin Tunnels? Construction on the Mosier … Read more
Visiting Multnomah Falls Columbia River Gorge – Don’t Make Our Mistake
Multnomah Falls in the Columbia River Gorge is one of the world’s most iconic waterfalls. Revereed for its two-tier plunge and picturesque appeal, the double cascade sees two million visitors a year, most during the summer months. Table of contents Where Is Multnomah Falls? Multnomah Falls Bridge What Is There to Do at Multnomah Falls? … Read more
Horsetail Falls Oregon to Ponytail Falls, Mother and Daughter on the Trail
A recent trip to the Columbia River Gorge had us—as it does many—chasing waterfalls, most notably Horsetail Falls Oregon and the nearby Ponytail Falls, also known as Upper Horsetail Falls. This duo of plunging cascades offers everything for travelers of all abilities, from the view-it-from-the-roadside sort to the more avid hiker. If you haven’t traveled … Read more
Latourell Falls Hike, One of the Hottest Trails in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge
The Latourell Falls hike in Oregon is now open following a lengthy closure due to the Eagle Creek Fire in 2017. Easily accessible from the Historic Columbia River Highway, this loop hike can also be taken as an out and back adventure. No matter how you dish it up, you’ll cover two outstanding waterfalls and … Read more
Easy Oregon Hikes that Lead to Unbelievable Destinations
Tackling some of Oregon’s hiking trails is a multi-day adventure, but if you don’t have the stamina for a backcountry excursion, there are several easy and beautiful hikes, perfect for wiling away a few hours. Here are some of our favorites, as well as a few we hope to conquer in the near future. Easy … Read more
16 of the Best Oregon Hiking Trails for a Lifetime of Adventures
While we aren’t even close to covering every trail, Oregon hiking is one of our favorite activities. As a result, we’ve logged some foot miles and have done some extensive research to fill up our bucket list with future adventures. Below are some of the best Oregon hiking trails we’ve experienced and how we’ll be … Read more
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