The violent eruption of Mount St. Helens on May 18, 1908 may be 30 years past, but the ever-changing landscape of the forest and lava-covered land offers fresh views and calls for another road trip if you think you've seen...

When thinking of where you might be able to get to on a summer weekend, you probably draw a mental circle extending out a few hours from Portland in each direction. Seattle and its neighboring attractions probably falls within that...

You don't have to drive to Napa Valley or Sonoma to sample some of the world's greatest wines because the Pacific Northwest is home to a thriving wine industry. Even better, one of the new big names in North American...

Oregon may be one of the youngest states, but its story begins far before its statehood. To explore the history of Oregon, from almost 40 million years ago up until the present day, take a journey through time while exploring...

One of the nice things about living in Portland is the close proximity to so many attractions. The coast, the mountains, and the forests are all within an easy hour's reach. Also only an hour away from the big city...

When it gets into August in Portland, you're probably looking for a new road trip idea that isn't the familiar Oregon Coast. A circle out to little-known Anthony Lake, Sumpter, the gold country, and John Day's uniquely preserved Kam Wah...

Widely acknowledged as the 'capital' of central Oregon, the booming community of Bend sits fairly close to the dead center of the state and is a regional nexus for a wide variety of exciting and adventurous outdoor activities. Central Oregon's...

While the long days of summer last, take advantage and spend a weekend exploring the weird and wonderful things you'll find antique hunting your way to the Oregon Coast. From Sherwood to Lincoln City and all the way up the...

If your memories of the Oregon Coast are dreary days, wind-torn kites, and sticky saltwater taffy, then this is the trip for you. Rediscover the Oregon Coast this summer with a trip to Florence, where the waves don't stop at...

While a summer road trip is always wonderful in and of itself, a fun way to make it even better is to take advantage of a local festival that is occurring at the time of your travel. Planning your journeys...

Scenery, shopping, family fun, and lots of delectable treats are what make the Hood River Fruit Loop so sweet. This summer, spend a weekend touring the 35-mile scenic route that passes through the Hood River Valley's fruit growing and farming...

For an adrenaline-pumping weekend, head to an area that is quickly earning the nickname "Oregon's Outback," where in a single day you can experience the roaring Rogue River rapids and the king of the jungle too. Thanks to its wild...

You know it's summer when the Oregon coast is calling you but rather than join the weekend slog to the crowds of Seaside, why not explore a little known scenic byway that takes you from the bucolic Oregon wine country...

Oregon was once home to the “Frontier” and small towns that today we’d call the “Wild West,” but few places remain where you’ll find that Western spirit quite like Eastern Oregon. Just a few hours east of the Portland metropolitan...

Your recipe for the perfect vacation this summer: take a few long walks on the beach, add a morning of window shopping for local arts and crafts, toss in a dash of fine dining or organic treats, and garnish with...