Somethings are worth getting up early for – and this hike is one of them. With a heat wave rolling through the Pacific Northwest a few weeks ago, I was super lucky to already have a coast weekend on the books. My college friends all converged on Lincoln City for a long 4-day weekend. IfContinue reading “Hiking to God’s Thumb”
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Three Days in the Three Sisters Wilderness
Before the snow even finished melting away for the summer months, I headed out and into the backcountry for an overnight adventure. With a three-day weekend, like Memorial Day, it couldn’t be wasted on the couch, so I packed my new Black Diamond backpack, grabbed the tent, and spent some much needed time with natureContinue reading “Three Days in the Three Sisters Wilderness”
10 Gear Essentials for Fall and Winter Hiking in the Pacific Northwest
Let the wind whip, the leaves fly, and the rain drizzle this fall and winter, but don’t let it stop you. As the seasons change, you just need to change with it. So leave the days of flash packs and beer cans behind you and stock up your backpack with warm layers and the tenContinue reading “10 Gear Essentials for Fall and Winter Hiking in the Pacific Northwest”
Painted Hills of Oregon
One of the Seven Wonders of Oregon, the Painted Hills in eastern Oregon near the John Day Fossil beds are ablaze with fall colors year round. While its quiet a drive to this scenic wayside from Portland, I can’t recommend it enough. Put on your Indian Jones hat and make a wild west day of it!
A Heavenly Day at Angel’s Rest
Only a 30-minute drive from Portland, Angel’s Rest is likely one of the most popular hiking trails in the Columbia Gorge – and for good reason. Featuring expansive views (270 degrees) from the top main of the Columbia River below, the trail is a quick 2.4 miles to a rocky summit. With sunshine and heatContinue reading “A Heavenly Day at Angel’s Rest”
20 Things to Do in the Winter in Oregon & around the Northwest
When winter hits it’s easy to just wrap yourself in that cozy afghan that you grandma crocheted, to turn on a movie and tune out to the wild weather outside. I have to admit that I fall into this trap more often than I like to admit, but I always regret a day wasted inside.Continue reading “20 Things to Do in the Winter in Oregon & around the Northwest”
Winter Waterfalls
After a week of sub-freezing levels, I headed out to the Columbia Gorge early in the morning to see the winter-wonderland transformation of the area’s waterfalls. Covered in snow and ice, Horsetail Falls, Multnomah Falls, Bridal Veil and Latourell Falls were all spectacular to see!
Yocum Ridge via Ramona Falls
With hardly a soul in sight and only the path leading me forward, I savored the feeling of dirt and rock beneath my feet. The air smelled like ripe honeysuckle and high Cascade wildflowers. The wind was cool and crisp against my neck, which tingled with droplets of sweat. The river and streams, roared andContinue reading “Yocum Ridge via Ramona Falls”
University Falls Hike
Half way between the Pacific Ocean and Portland, University Falls thunders down a small canyon in the Tillamook State Forest for an impressive show of water. Tumbling 65 feet, the waterfall flows from Elliot Creek amidst flourishing grey-green trees. Offering a range of meandering pathways to the falls, the University Falls Loop Hike trail systemContinue reading “University Falls Hike”
Indian Point Loop Trail
Challenging your lungs in a tug-a-war with your legs, the Indian Point Loop Trail leads up into the high cliffs of the Columbia River Gorge for spectacular views worth the battle. From Indian Point – an outcropping of rocks along a rocky ridge – enjoy 180-degree views of the Columbia River as well as theContinue reading “Indian Point Loop Trail”
Evergreen Hiker 