In this episode of the Explore Oregon Podcast, host Zach Urness talks about upgrades coming to Silver Falls State Park along with places in Oregon that almost became national parks — but never quite ...

Across the United States, Oregon's stunning landscapes remain a favorite destination for outdoor enthusiasts. But as spring gives way to summer, snakes also start to make an appearance throughout the ...

Little more than an hour’s drive south of Portland is one of Oregon’s prettiest places: Silver Falls State Park. Its 9,000 acres are home to 10 dramatic waterfalls, all joined by a 7.2-mile trail.

Oregon has a lot of beautiful and iconic filming locations – look no further than Timberline Lodge (“The Shining”), Depoe Bay (“One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest”) or the Bridge of the Gods (“Wild”) – ...

As summer continues, it’s important to identify the best ways to stay cool. A reigning champion for beating the heat? Packing the cooler, blowing up the inner tubes and spending a day at a swimming ...

Silver Falls State Park is mostly closed due to storm damage and a number of other Oregon state parks have also been shut ...