For many people, winter means the end of hiking for the year. But it doesn’t have to thanks to snowshoeing! Hiking in winter is absolutely magical, but it can also be dangerous if you don’t go prepared. There are many hikes I still haven’t done because I haven’t taken the proper preparedness courses myself, therefore …
The Columbia River Gorge: The Best Hikes and Viewpoints
The Columbia River Gorge is a stunning area where the Columbia River separates Oregon and Washington. It is an Oregon state gem and filled with some of the most stunning waterfalls and hikes. Whether you’ve visited this area before or are a regular, I’m sharing my favorite spots and hikes on the Oregon side of …
A Complete Guide to The Best Lakes In Central Oregon
Central Oregon is filled with amazing lakes to paddle on. Being out in the water is one of my favorite summer activities. There is something so peaceful about floating in the water and taking in the views. Whether you canoe, kayak or SUP, I hope to share some amazing lakes to explore in Central Oregon! …
Everything You Need to Know About Ice Lake and Matterhorn Summit
Ice Lake is an alpine lake in The Wallowa Mountain range. The Wallowas are without a doubt one of 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 in the Wallowas without hiking 12-20 mile days so most …
The Best Mount Hood Hikes With Breathtaking Views
Mount Hood is the Gem of Oregon and just an hour and a half outside of Portland. This area is known for having year-round skiing at Timberline Lodge. It is the only year-round ski resort in North America and endless hiking opportunities. Many trails are only open in the summer and fall months due to …
7 Epic Oregon Mountain Summit Hikes: A Complete Guide
Oregon has dozens of amazing mountain summit hikes that are just considered walk ups. I spent the summer of 2020 checking off the 7 mountain summits I’m sharing below. They were all difficult in their own respect, but all are doable hikes. These summits are all over Oregon, from Southern Oregon all the way to …
Central Oregon Viewpoints: The Ultimate List of Epic Hikes
Central Oregon is filled with mountain views, but seeing them up close from a viewpoint is hard to pass up. There are countless trails and summit hikes throughout the area. I’m going to share what I consider to be the top central Oregon viewpoints. These trails all have up close views of the Cascade range …
The Oregon Coast: The Ultimate Guide To The Best Hikes
The Oregon Coast is without a doubt one of the most amazing stretches of coastline in the United States. There is miles of rocky coastline, sand beaches and some of the most unique rock formations. The beaches aren’t just for summer adventures, there are places to explore here year-round. Below is a list of my …
Oregon Waterfalls: A Complete Guide to 7 Epic Hikes
If you haven’t heard, Oregon is filled with beautiful waterfalls all around the state. In fact, the Columbia Gorge has close to 50 alone! With so many amazing trails leading to water wonderlands, how do you ever decide where to go? I’ve compiled a list of a few of my favorite Oregon waterfalls to date …