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…
Growing up in Southern Oregon, we both made many trips over to Brookings, Oregon, more specifically to Harris Beach. As we’ve gotten older, we’ve realized there are more things to do in Brookings Oregon than just visiting Harris Beach. Brookings is actually a really nice coastal town with so many great beaches and viewpoints to…
Camping along Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway is a great way to really experience this part of Central Oregon. There are a number of campgrounds scattered all along Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway from end to end, most of which are paid for sites along lakes. There are also a handful of free campsites along Cascade Lakes…
Driving north through the John Day Fossil Beds Sheep Rock Unit, we turned the corner and got sheer glimpses of the Blue Basin, we were in awe. Trying to beat the fading daylight, we turned in the parking lot, fueled our bellies with some homemade salsa and chips, and hit the trail. The hike through…
The Painted Cove Trail Oregon and The Painted Hills did not disappoint for our inaugural run in the van! Honestly, what better way to spend our first weekend in our new van, than by heading to a place in Oregon we’ve both been wanting to see for years? If you’ve never heard of the Painted…
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