When we moved up to the Mount Hood National Forest for seasonal work, we had no idea how many great mountain biking places were in the area. Most of these places are within a few hours from Portland, Oregon, offering all different styles of mountain biking. From full pedal power up a mountain to shuttles,…
Mt. Hood is an active volcano just over an hour outside Portland, Oregon. While it’s known for its year-long skiing, there are so many awesome Mount Hood summer activities that aren’t so much on people’s radar. Before living in the Mt. Hood National Forest for some seasonal work, we were completely unaware of how many…
We all know mountain biking can be an expensive sport. And while things like the Timberline Bike Park can break the bank, a two-dollar shuttle service offers riders a trip up the mountain to blaze back down the 15+ miles along the Timberline To Town Trail. The Timberline To Town Trail is the best-kept secret…
Growing up in Southern Oregon meant lots of time spent on the water in the summers. Both Jay and I have memories of secret swimming holes all around Grants Pass. And while these secret swimming holes in southern Oregon used to be a true secret before the days of the interwebs, they are “true” secrets no longer….
There is no shortage of things to do in Bend Oregon for couples, with breweries galore for date nights, great parks for picnics, and outdoor activities in all directions it would take years to visit. But sometimes you just need a bit of a jump on ideas for where to go.. we’re here for you!…
Holy smokes! Three nights on the road, and we found gold! After a couple of nights of nearly freezing temps at the higher elevations, we were set on finding something warm to get into! And shoot Juntura Hot Springs did not disappoint! Eastern Oregon is full of all sorts of hot springs. They range from…
Our first days in Willy were nothing short of a dream!! I wish I could put into words how good it feels to be back on the road again. It’s been a long time coming with finishing up the van (more on that later), but we are so happy to be back to life on…
We’ve been to the Oregon Coast more times than we can count. Cycled the entire length of the Oregon coast from north to south (more on that here), and have now driven the whole length of the Oregon section of the Pacific Coast Highway. Every time we go to the Oregon Coast, we fall more…
Galesville Reservoir is a water reservoir in Southern Oregon about 8 miles off of I5 at exit 88. Galesville is known for the fishing and water recreational activities but also has a great little campground. It’s not as popular as other lakes in Southern Oregon, making it a great place to escape the crowds and…
The United States is full of amazing outdoor adventures, so that is why we put together a list of National Parks in the US by state. With dramatic scenery in nearly all of the 50 states, and National Parks protecting those lands, you’re sure to find something that interests you in our list of National…
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