Travel Oregon

06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month, Oregon! 🏳️‍🌈 Across the state, show your pride at festivals, parades and gatherings throughout June, July and beyond. Join in the fun at these pride parties, drag brunches, wine events, bike rides, fun runs, bingo nights and more. How are you celebrating Pride in Oregon?

More than two dozen Oregon communities organize Pride events throughout the year; these typically smaller gatherings can be a great way to experience a destination in a new light and bond with like-minded folks on with a close-knit feel. Visiting during these spirited annual events provides a wonder...

05/29/2026

Who's excited for summer hiking on Mt. Hood?🌼🏔️ As snow melts and wildflowers emerge, the mountain is calling for another season of summer trail adventures. Add these classic hikes near Timberline Lodge to your summer list:

📍 Mirror Lake (4.3 miles round-trip) for iconic Mt. Hood views
📍 Tom, Dick and Harry Mountain (8.2 miles round-trip) for wildflowers and sweeping views
📍 Paradise Park (about 12 miles round-trip) for alpine meadows in peak bloom
📍 Trillium Lake Loop (2-mile loop) for a lakeside stroll with mountain views

With higher-elevation trails still transitioning through spring, check conditions, snow levels and road access before heading out — and always carry your Ten Essentials. Which Mt. Hood hike is first on your summer list?

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05/28/2026

Do you have a Three Sisters hike on your Oregon bucket list? 🥾 Make this the year your adventure dreams come true. Read up on how to book a permit for these iconic alpine trails during the busy summer season, plus lesser-known spots that are just as beautiful and do not require a permit. Have you been to Oregon's Three Sisters, Mt. Jefferson and Mt. Washington wilderness areas? ⛰️

Even if you haven’t experienced Oregon’s Central Cascades, you might recognize the jaw-dropping images, as if straight out of a fairy tale. Deep azure-blue skies pop against the lush green old-growth forest trails. Clear streams sparkle amidst wildflower-filled alpine meadows. And, of course, so...

05/27/2026

Como pasar un día en Portland si es tu primera vez:

Empieza con un cafecito y algo de comer en Cadejo, disfrutando su café delicioso junto con el increíble desayuno de Cuinos Cuisine.

Después, subimos a Pittock Mansion para ver una de las mejores vistas de la ciudad, con un paisaje impresionante de Portland y el Monte Hood.

Una parada obligatoria es Powell’s Books, la librería independiente más grande del mundo—perfecta para perderte entre más de un millón de libros.
Luego pasamos por Pioneer Courthouse Square para caminar, ver tiendas y disfrutar del ambiente (¡y sin sales tax en Oregon!).

Para algo clásico, visitamos Huber’s Café, el restaurante más antiguo de la ciudad, famoso por su icónico Spanish Coffee preparado en tu mesa.

Y cerramos el día en Güero, probando unas de las tortas más queridas y reconocidas de Portland.

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A Day in Portland for First-Time Visitors

Start the day with a coffee and breakfast at Cadejo, enjoying their delicious coffee alongside the incredible breakfast from Cuino’s Cuisine.

Next, head up to Pittock Mansion for one of the best views in the city, with stunning scenery overlooking Portland and Mt. Hood.

A must-stop is Powell’s Books, the largest independent bookstore in the world, perfect for getting lost among more than a million books.

Then wander through Pioneer Courthouse Square to shop, explore and soak in the atmosphere (and enjoy Oregon’s tax-free shopping!).

For something classic, stop by Huber’s Café, the oldest restaurant in the city, famous for its iconic Spanish Coffee, prepared tableside.

And end the day at Güero, trying one of Portland’s most beloved and well-known tortas.

05/27/2026

Como pasar un día en Portland si es tu primera vez:

Empieza con un cafecito y algo de comer en Cadejo, disfrutando su café delicioso junto con el increíble desayuno de Cuinos Cuisine.

Después, subimos a Pittock Mansion para ver una de las mejores vistas de la ciudad, con un paisaje impresionante de Portland y el Monte Hood.

Una parada obligatoria es Powell’s Books, la librería independiente más grande del mundo—perfecta para perderte entre más de un millón de libros.
Luego pasamos por Pioneer Courthouse Square para caminar, ver tiendas y disfrutar del ambiente (¡y sin sales tax en Oregon!).

Para algo clásico, visitamos Huber’s Café, el restaurante más antiguo de la ciudad, famoso por su icónico Spanish Coffee preparado en tu mesa.

Y cerramos el día en Güero, probando unas de las tortas más queridas y reconocidas de Portland.

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A Day in Portland for First-Time Visitors

Start the day with a coffee and breakfast at Cadejo, enjoying their delicious coffee alongside the incredible breakfast from Cuino’s Cuisine.

Next, head up to Pittock Mansion for one of the best views in the city, with stunning scenery overlooking Portland and Mt. Hood.

A must-stop is Powell’s Books, the largest independent bookstore in the world, perfect for getting lost among more than a million books.

Then wander through Pioneer Courthouse Square to shop, explore and soak in the atmosphere (and enjoy Oregon’s tax-free shopping!).

For something classic, stop by Huber’s Café, the oldest restaurant in the city, famous for its iconic Spanish Coffee prepared tableside.

And end the day at Güero, trying one of Portland’s most beloved and well-known tortas.

05/26/2026

Butte Creek Fall in the Santiam State Forest is a delightful, less-crowded trail just 30 minutes east of Salem. Two falls, a cavern you can walk behind, and a swimming hole, all on a 0.7-mile loop. Be aware of mud and slippery conditions; know that there may not be cell service, and check road conditions before you go. Have you been to this falls?

05/22/2026

Bring the whole crew for family-friendly riding in any weather. Cascade Locks is a year-round mountain biking destination, with fast-draining flow trails, skills features and longer networks to level up with jumps and tight turns. Here's how to plan your ride.

Set along the Columbia River Gorge, the town of Cascade Locks has built something riders have quickly come to appreciate: a growing network of trails that hold up through wet weather and ride well nearly year-round. From beginner-friendly loops and skills building to technical rock gardens and downh...

05/22/2026

Happy birthday to Crater Lake National Park 💙 🎉 Since its official opening May 22, 1902 as America's fifth-oldest national park (and the only one in Oregon), Crater Lake has been a globally treasured place for its brilliant blue water, volcanic landscapes and awe-inspiring views year-round.

Formed more than 7,700 years ago after the eruption of Mt. Mazama and held as a sacred place by The Klamath Tribes, Crater Lake remains one of Oregon’s most iconic natural wonders. When's the last time you visited?

Plan a trip for this summer — the park is open year-round, 24 hours a day. Read on for top tips on how to visit, including hikes for all abilities, trolley rides and tours, notes on weather, food, lodging and more. https://heyor.ca/yQCWeb

📸 Dylan VanWeelden

05/21/2026

Ever caught blue hour at Mt. Hood? It's that short window right after sunset when the sky turns soft shades of blue and purple and everything feels extra still.

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05/21/2026

Did you know Mt. Hood is home to more than 150 lakes? ☀️ Plan ahead for the perfect Oregon summer adventure with these top spots:

📍 Trillium Lake — Picture-perfect views of Mt. Hood while paddling, fishing or boating on the small lake; 2-mile family-friendly boardwalk loop trail around the lake south of Mt. Hood
📍 Lost Lake — Kayak, paddleboard and rowboat rentals available on site; cabins, yurts, lodge rooms, RV site or tent sites for booking at this private resort north of Mt. Hood
📍 Timothy Lake — Coveted campsites around the lake for glassy early-morning paddling, ancient tree stumps below the water and a 13-mile loop trail for hiking and biking south of Mt. Hood
📍 Frog Lake — Small, rustic campground with pristine Mt. Hood views, stocked rainbow trout and a 2-mile loop trail for families; known for its many frogs along the shoreline

Wherever you go, know that Mt. Hood's lakes are too cold for swimming until July and August. Whether you're paddling, fishing or boating, be sure to wear a life jacket to stay safe on the water.

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