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Big Obsidian Flow in Oregon: The picture "Obsidian Monolith" shows an imposing, upright black obsidian boulder standing among a scatter of volcanic rocks at the base of a rocky hill, with trees in the background.

Big Obsidian Flow – Hike Oregon’s Youngest Lava Flow Made of Volcanic Glass!

2026-07-11

• The Big Obsidian Flow covers one square mile of shiny black obsidian and paleContinue Reading

Diamond Creek Falls in Oregon: The picture "Diamond Creek Falls Close-up" shows a person standing on rocks at the base of the tall, sloped waterfall, taking a photo of the water streaming over mossy rocks and the surrounding vibrant greenery.

Diamond Creek Falls Oregon: Scenic Waterfall Hike in the Cascade Mountains

2026-07-10

• Diamond Creek Falls drops in a glittering fan among old-growth forests in Oregon’s CascadesContinue Reading

Paulina Falls in Oregon - Paulina Falls Base Paulina Falls in Oregon: The picture "Paulina Falls Base" presents a wide view of the waterfall base, with white water streaming down a tall cliff face amid a landscape of large rocks, logs, and green foliage.

Paulina Falls – See Oregon’s 80-Foot Twin Waterfall in Newberry Volcano’s Caldera

2026-06-26

• Paulina Falls is a rare 80-foot double waterfall split into two cascading plumes byContinue Reading

Sahalie Falls in Oregon: The picture "Sahalie Falls up close with person for scale" shows a powerful white waterfall crashing down a mossy green cliff, while a person stands on rocks near the misty base, highlighting the impressive size of the falls.

Sahalie Falls – See Oregon’s “Heaven” Waterfall Born from Lava

2026-06-01

• Sahalie Falls plunges 100 feet over lava that dammed Clear Lake just 3,000 yearsContinue Reading

Koosah Falls in Oregon: The picture "Koosah Falls waterfall wide view" shows a stunning, double-plume waterfall pouring over a mossy cliff into a deep blue pool, surrounded by lush green forest and bright sunlight.

Koosah Falls – Oregon’s “Sky Water” on the Wild McKenzie River

2026-06-01

• Koosah Falls is a powerful 75-foot waterfall famous for its emerald pool and seasonalContinue Reading

Munson Creek Falls State Natural Site in Oregon: The picture "Munson Creek Falls waterfall framed by trees" features the tall, multi-tiered Munson Creek Falls cascading down a forested hillside, seen through a frame of leafy branches and moss.

Munson Creek Falls – Tallest Waterfall on the Oregon Coast

2026-05-26

• Munson Creek Falls is a towering waterfall on a rainforest trailContinue Reading

Coyote Creek Covered Bridge – Hidden Pioneer Crossing on Oregon’s Historic Territorial Road

2026-05-24

• Coyote Creek Covered Bridge is a historic 1922 Howe truss bridge Coyote Creek CoveredContinue Reading

Larson Creek Falls on Short Beach, Oregon Coast

Larson Creek Falls at Short Beach: Oregon Coast Hidden Gem

2026-05-06

• Larson Creek Falls is a tall, narrow waterfall that drops directly onto Short BeachContinue Reading

Blue Hole Falls on Brice Creek in Oregon: The picture "Blue Hole Falls waterfall and pool closeup" displays a close view of the waterfall cascading into the iconic deep blue-green pool, with mossy cliffs and fallen logs framing the clear, tranquil water.

Blue Hole Falls on Brice Creek – A Hidden Gem in the Umpqua National Forest

2026-04-22

• Blue Hole Falls is a hidden waterfall and natural swimming hole on Brice CreekContinue Reading

Lighthouse Beach in Oregon: The picture "Lighthouse Beach lighthouse on the bluff" shows a classic white lighthouse with a red roof sitting atop a green grassy bluff, with rocky cliffs and the blue ocean below.

Cape Arago Lighthouse – Oregon’s Lone Beacon on a Rocky Island off Charleston

2026-03-16

• Cape Arago Lighthouse is a decommissioned beacon on a rocky island near CharlestonContinue Reading

Wolf Creek Falls Recreation Area in Oregon: The picture "Wolf Creek Falls Recreation Area in Oregon – footbridge over creek and forest" displays a footbridge arching over a flowing creek, surrounded by green forest and rocky banks, with a large rock formation in the background.

Wolf Creek Falls Recreation Area – Forest Trails, Waterfall, and River Access

2026-01-23

• Wolf Creek Falls and Trailhead are a part of Wolf Creek Falls Recreation AreaContinue Reading

Cedar Crossing Bridge in Oregon: The picture "Cedar Crossing Bridge front view" displays a head-on view of the wooden covered bridge, with its peaked roof, large open entrance, and the words "Cedar Cross" visible above the entryway, surrounded by trees and a quiet country road.

Cedar Crossing Bridge – The Only Covered Bridge in Multnomah County

2025-12-15

• Cedar Crossing Bridge is a cozy, scenic stop over Johnson Creek in Southeast PortlandContinue Reading

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Jones Creek Day-Use Area and Campground in Oregon: The picture "Jones Creek River Rocks" features large gray rocks in the foreground with families wading and swimming in the shallow river, bordered by lush green trees along the banks.

Jones Creek Day-Use Area and Campground Along Oregon’s Wilson River

Wilson River Swimming, Tillamook, Oregon

Mills Bridge Boat Launch – Wilson River Access for Fishing and Swimming in Oregon

Big Obsidian Flow in Oregon: The picture "Obsidian Monolith" shows an imposing, upright black obsidian boulder standing among a scatter of volcanic rocks at the base of a rocky hill, with trees in the background.

Big Obsidian Flow – Hike Oregon’s Youngest Lava Flow Made of Volcanic Glass!

Diamond Creek Falls in Oregon: The picture "Diamond Creek Falls Close-up" shows a person standing on rocks at the base of the tall, sloped waterfall, taking a photo of the water streaming over mossy rocks and the surrounding vibrant greenery.

Diamond Creek Falls Oregon: Scenic Waterfall Hike in the Cascade Mountains

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