A lot of websites rank the best hiking trails in the USA. They all vary, and they are all generally based on the opinion of one person. All Trails’s ranking system is based on tens of thousands of reviews by real people who hike trails across America. If you want to hike one or all of these highly ranked trails,…
California, Oregon, and Washington are the most amazing states, and my favorite states to travel to for their unbelievable scenic hikes, gorgeous landscapes, and epic sights. One great way to spend 2 weeks exploring these states is by traveling from San Francisco to Seattle. For the best San Francisco to Seattle Road Trip, follow the itinerary detailed out below. There…
The Pacific Northwest is where I find I spend a lot of my time vacationing and exploring because it is one of the most beautiful areas in America. Towering volcanoes, exquisite beaches, lush rainforests, plunging waterfalls, wildlife abundance…the list goes on and on! These four 1-week Pacific Northwest Road Trip ideas can be explored independently, or they can be combined…
Crater Lake National Park is Oregon’s only national park, and it is truly unique. This pristine lake is the deepest in America and was formed when Mount Mazama erupted and collapsed. The lake is filled solely by rain and snow precipitation. These things to do at Crater Lake are the perfect way to spend 1-2 days in this truly special national…
I know I have said it in multiple blogs, but Oregon is my favorite state to visit in the US. It has beautiful coastlines, bountiful waterfalls, lush rainforests, delicious wine, fresh fruit, and so much more. In this 14-day Oregon road trip itinerary, you will get to see the best that the state has to offer! This is a pretty…
Do go chasing waterfalls! Especially the ones in Oregon. My favorite hikes are the ones where a waterfall is the main feature which is probably a huge reason why Oregon is my favorite state to hike in. There are still a handful of waterfall hikes that are on my bucket list, but I have not been able to hike them…
If you are lucky enough to live in Portland or even if you are just visiting here, you have so many great nearby places to visit. Day trips from Portland include a range of destinations that involve hiking, sightseeing, wine tasting, beach combing, shopping, and so much more. The longest I would be willing to drive for a day trip…
Dry Creek Falls via the Pacific Crest Trail is a really nice hike in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge area to an amazing plunging waterfall. The hike itself is a steady incline through lush, green forests, ground-covering ferns, and giant slugs crossing the path. It looks like a scene straight out of the movie, FernGully. When I was researching this hike,…
The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area of Oregon is one of the most beautiful spots in America, and it is my favorite place to hike. Waterfalls, lush forests, and gorges….what’s not to love! The great part is the best hikes in Columbia River Gorge range from less than half a mile to several miles, so there are trails for…
Hood River is a small town on the banks of the Columbia River in Oregon located about an hour east of Portland. This town’s close proximity to Mt. Hood, Columbia River Gorge Scenic Area, and the Hood River Fruit Loop make it the perfect place to visit! Here are the 18 best things to do in Hood River, Oregon. Disclaimer: This…