While paging through an Oregon State Parks guide, I noticed a listing for a state park less than an hour from home, Thompson’s Mill State Heritage Site. What is this?! I thought …
Puma Campground is currently closed due to the Bedrock Fire in 2023. Our family loves the Fall Creek area near Springfield, Oregon. A beautiful creek that winds up into the forest for …
If you like rocks–even a tiny bit–then you have to shop for thundereggs with your kids. The best place in Oregon to buy thundereggs is at Richardson’s Rock Ranch near Madras, Oregon. …
Henline Falls Trail currently CLOSED due to the 2020 Beachie Creek Fire. As we researched hikes for the summer, one hike appeared again and again. It was like this echo with vague …
A cave!!! In the imagination of all children the word cave is synonymous with adventure. The Oregon Caves does not disappoint. As we were out adventuring one summer, we found ourselves attracted …
A road paved with glass. That’s how I think of Glass Butte, Oregon, now that we’ve been there. The road sparkled in the sunlight and the glass crunched under our feet. It …
Currently Closed due to 2024 Lane 1 Complex Fire. Nestled deep in the heart of the Cascade Mountains and bordered by miles of national forest lies a quiet campground where solitude is …
Salt Creek Falls is one of our favorite stops on Oregon’s Highway 58, which links the valley to Central Oregon over the Willamette Pass. It’s a great place for a quick rest …
Willamalane’s Thurston Hills Natural Area in Springfield, Oregon, is the perfect hike for families and it’s right in town, making it even better. There are lots of options for trails, including mountain …