Blowout Creek Swimming & Jumping – Cascade Mountains
A great spot to cool off on a hot summer day, the Blowout Creek arm of Detroit Lake Reservoir in the Willamette National Forest is popular among boaters, rope swingers, and bridge-cliff …
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Beachcombing For Agates & Jaspers – Oregon Coast
The best time: November – April, after big storms and during outgoing high tide at low tide. Rock Types: Variety of quality agates, jasper, petrified wood, and fossils. The winter months are a good …
Drift Creek Falls Hike – Oregon Coast
The easy for all skill levels, Drift Creek Falls Trail descends through Coast Range Forest to the picturesque Drift Creek Falls and the 240-foot long suspension bridge. The well-designed trail #1378 with …
Mickey Hot Springs – Southeastern Oregon
Mickey Hot Springs scenes might not be as gigantic as Yellowstone National Park, but the colorful hot pools inserted naturally among a series of small boiling mud pots, hissing vents, and the …
Pacific Herring (Clupea Pallasi)
A coastal schooling species, Pacific herring is an important component in a food chain of North Pacific, playing a crucial role in the ecological balance of North Pacific. Obviously, Pacific herring is important to the survival of …
Oregon Mushroom Picking Regulations
When a wild mushroom picking season in Oregon begins, before heading out to gather mushrooms, take a moment to learn some nitty-gritty details that will make the experience more enjoyable. You don’t need …
Wild Edible Mushroom Season – Oregon
There are about 10,000 fungal species from all of North America that have been identified and described. Roughly 10 to 20% of the mushroom species are edible, 5% have medicinal properties, 20% can make …
Pristine Buck Lake – Mt. Hood National Forest
A 70-mile drive from downtown Portland, Pristine Buck Lake sits at 4,080’, hidden perfectly between the stunning Mount Hood National Forest. If you are on the lookout for the perfect afternoon swim destination, …
Scout Lake – Deschutes National Forest
If you are looking for an idyllic lake for swimming in Central Oregon, there really is no better option than the scenic Scout Lake located in the Deschutes National Forest. Nestled in …
Emigrant Lake County Park – Southern Oregon
Among Jackson County Park’s most popular destinations, Emigrant Lake is a reservoir located roughly five miles southeast of Ashland offering a multitude of activities for the entire family to enjoy. Featuring an …