The Timberline Trail is one of the most iconic hiking trails in Oregon that loops around the base of Mount Hood. It is 41.5 miles (with options to make it longer) and 10,000 ft in elevation gain (and loss). There are multiple glacier river crossings, downed trees, beautiful views of Mount Hood, and so many …
Paradise Park is without a doubt one of the most peaceful and beautiful places to backpack on Mount Hood. The area is surrounded by fields of wildflowers, water streams and endless views of Mt. Hood and the Cascade Range to the south. It is one of the most amazing spots to view a sunset if …
I didn’t even know Oregon had a place called Strawberry Mountain Wilderness until the summer of 2020 when I stumbled upon it while researching a road trip. This wilderness area quickly caught my attention because of its lakes and Strawberry Mountain, Oregon’s 30th tallest peak at 9,042 feet. I was trying to bag as many …
Utah is one of my favorite states because of it’s unique and stunning rock formations. But did you know that Oregon has some little pieces of what I call “Utah in Oregon” where you can see hoodoos and red rocks? I’m going to share 6 amazing places to see unique Utah-like rocks in Oregon. Smith …
The Oregon Coast is one of the most stunning coastlines in the United States! It has sandy beaches, unique rock formations, cliffs and amazing sand dunes. If you are wanting to visit the Oregon Coast, this blog post is for you! I will share the best hikes, must-see landmarks, places to eat and campgrounds. Now, …
Hanging Rock is a large boulder located off of Panther Ridge. It is without a doubt one of the most mazing viewpoints in southern Oregon. Things To Know About Hanging Rock There is no cell service on this trail or the roads leading to the trailhead. Have your trail information downloaded and directions loaded prior …
The Wallowas and the Eagle Cap Wildnerness are without a doubt one the most amazing places in Oregon. The area is one of the 7 wonders of Oregon, and rightfully so. There are very few day-hiking options here without hiking 12-20 mile days. It’s an epic backpacker’s paradise with alpine lakes and various mountain peaks. …
If you’re new to backpacking you may have heard experienced backpackers talk about lottery season and obtaining backpacking permits. It’s an exciting time of year, but can be pretty confusing at times, even for an experienced backpacker/hiker. I’ve been applying for backpacking permits for years and still get confused and frustrated at times by the …
I used to think winter meant the fun hiking adventures were done until spring came, but once I bought snowshoes, I learned to truly love the season. Central Oregon has countless amazing winter hikes, too. Walking between snow-covered trees and the peace that comes from the quiet of snow is pure magic. I’m constantly trying …
Did you know that Eastern Oregon has a mountain range that combines Hawaiian-like canyons, mountain peaks, a desert oasis and alpine lakes all in one spot? Well, The Steens Mountains has it all and is well worth the long, monotonous drive to see it. One of the things I love about this area is how …