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Dorena Lake

Dorena Lake – Stunning Shore With A Lot Of Adventures!

2023-09-09

• Dorena Lake is a fantastic place for camping, fishing, swimming, and hiking • TheContinue Reading

Molalla River Swimming - Wagon Wheel Park

Wagon Wheel Park – Summer Destination on the Molalla River

2023-06-28

• Wagon Wheel Park is a great summer destination at the Molalla River • FeaturesContinue Reading

Oregon State Hospital

Oregon State Hospital – Beyond One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest

2023-06-04

Stories and Legends from Christopher Klimovitz Welcome back, spooky friends. I take it that ifContinue Reading

Three Bears Campground - Molalla River

Molalla River Recreation Corridor – Hiking, Swimming & More

2022-09-11

• Molalla River Recreation Corridor features numerous spots to stop by and enjoy nature •Continue Reading

Ivor Davies Wayside - Molalla River Swimming

Ivor Davies Wayside – Molalla River Swimming

2022-09-09

• A beautiful river oasis, Ivor Davies Wayside provides opportunities for summer water activitiesContinue Reading

Cedar Grove - Molalla River Swimming Hole

Cedar Grove Campground & Day Use Site – Molalla River

2022-08-25

• Cedar Grove Campground is nestled amid ancient western red cedar trees • The siteContinue Reading

Day Use Site 16 - Molalla River Swimming

Day Use Site 16 – Molalla River Swimming

2022-08-22

• Day-use Site 16 is a perfect roadside swimming hole at the Pine Creek BridgeContinue Reading

Larwood Covered Bridge Swimming

Thomas Creek – Covered Bridges, Swimming & Rockhounding

2021-07-07

  • Thomas Creek is known for its historical covered bridges • Warm and calmContinue Reading

Jordan Bridge Thomas Creek Swimming

Broken Dam Swimming | Thomas Creek at Jordan Bridge

2021-07-03

• Broken Dam is a scenic swimming area at the Jordan Bridge on Thomas CreekContinue Reading

Silver Falls State Park Swimming

Silver Falls State Park Swimming | Oregon Cascades

2021-06-22

• Silver Falls State Park swimming is possible in the designated swimming area • TheContinue Reading

Three Pools - Little North Santiam River

Little North Santiam River – Recreation Areas

2020-08-25

• A rugged watershed of Little North Santiam River displays the geologic history of theContinue Reading

Majestic Falls - McDowell Creek Falls Park

McDowell Creek Falls – County Park Hiking | Willamette Valley

2020-07-03

• McDowell Creek Falls Park is a hidden gem with dramatic landscape • Popular forContinue Reading

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