When the calendar flips to autumn and Oregon’s skies turn gray, many hiking boots get shoved to the back of the closet. But according to the hosts of The Oregonian/OregonLive’s Peak Northwest podcast, ...

The snow continues to melt in the mountains, and now most all high-elevation trails in the Central Oregon Cascades are accessible to hikers. As you make plans for memorable alpine treks, below is a ...

After what feels like a long summer, Eugene is here to welcome us back for another year. With cool weather, changing leaves and less rain, it’s the perfect opportunity to get outside. Whether you’re ...

Oregon is a U.S. state bursting full of natural scenery, and one of the best places to take it all in is at this excellently ...

Oregon is the ultimate playground for outdoor lovers. From the coast to the mountains to the forests filled with towering pine trees, there are hundreds of places to escape for some time outside. I ...

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will host free guided First Day Hikes at four state parks in Central Oregon on Thursday, Jan. 1. The hikes are part of a nationwide initiative with America’s ...

Wendy Gorton’s family-friendly hiking guides are informative and fun for everyone– not just kids. All listed hikes are low-level difficulty— under four miles and an elevation gain of less than 900 ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — Umpqua National Forest hiking trails are set to reopen Friday after being closed for nearly a month due to the Emigrant Fire. The fire, sparked by lightning, was first reported Aug.

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