Oregon Hiking, Wildlife, & Bird Watching Activities The refuges of the Willamette Valley National Wildlife Refuge Complex protect wetland habitat and provide opportunities for wildlife viewing and outdoor recreation. Three wildlife refuges make up the Willamette Valley National Wildlife Refuge Complex: Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) Baskett Slough NWR William L. Finley NWR The three […]
Explore Corvallis Oregon Landmarks
Top 10 Interesting Sites to See During Your Visit to Corvallis Corvallis Oregon, home of the Oregon State University Beavers, is located in the Willamette Valley, characterized by amazing sites, sounds, and unique beauty. Take a trip to Corvallis, Oregon, and visit these amazingly unique and interesting sites. Take a tour of Oregon State University, […]
Portland Audubon Society Wildlife Sanctuary
Nature Trails, Creeks, a Pond & Bird Care Center Are Near Downtown Portland Just three miles from downtown Portland are miles of nature trails in a wildlife sanctuary maintained by the Audubon Society and open to the public from dawn to dusk. This peaceful retreat has been kept in its natural state with a diversity […]
Camassia Natural Area near Portland
Camas Bloom among Oaks & Madrones in Nature Conservancy Reserve This small natural area preserves rare Willamette Valley oak savanna and numerous wildflowers that thrive in the rocky, pool studded property. The thin soils and exposed rocks of Camassia form a distinctive habitat. Water held in the rocks forms spring pools and wetlands where 300 […]
Spring Flower Festivals in Western Oregon
Celebrate Tulips, Irises, Daffodils in the Willamette Valley The Willamette Valley hosts several spring festivals showcasing the beauty of flowers while celebrating in style with picnic lunches, parades, and children’s activities. Spring in Oregon brings daffodil, tulip, and iris blooms to the Willamette Valley. Locals and visitors celebrate the beauty of spring at area festivals […]
Visit the Oregon Country Fair
The Annual Celebration of Culture, Located Just West of Eugene Join jugglers, musicians, artisans, and performers for unique fun at the annual Oregon Country Fair in Veneta this July. All ages welcome and don’t forget your costume! This year the Oregon Country Fair celebrates its 39th celebration of culture, music, and art in Veneta, just […]
Yachats: Gem of the Oregon Coast
Attractions and Events Includes Whale Watching, Crab Feed, Festivals Visitors to Yachats find exciting adventure and unique attractions while exploring the rocky beach, shopping for souvenirs, or attending one of many events at the coast. A visit to the city of Yachats, located between Newport and Florence along the Oregon Coast, is an excellent choice […]
Walking Portland’s Cultural District
Arts Unfold along Downtown’s Tree and Flower Filled Park Blocks Art, performance, history, and period architecture are all on display in the compact, walkable downtown section of Portland, Oregon, known as the Cultural District. Many of Portland’s cultural venues lie along a six-block linear park known as the South Park Blocks. Two of the largest […]
Oregon’s Mount Hood Railroad Scenic Tours
Travel by Train Around Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge The Mount Hood Railroad offers year-round excursions for families including scenic tours, holiday-themed excursions, and fun dinner tours from Hood River, Oregon. Mount Hood Railroad scenic tours and excursions show off the natural beauty of Mt. Hood and the Columbia Gorge. The tours are […]
Oregon’s Silver Falls State Park
Hike Along 10 Waterfalls on a Premier Pacific Northwest Trail Nestled in the Cascade foothills, Silver Falls offers over 9,000 acres of lush forests, 25 miles of multi-use trails, and 10 of the Northwest’s most stunning waterfalls. Few places in the Pacific Northwest can boast such magnificent scenery, peaceful settings, and incredible hiking as what’s […]