Oregon’s Southern Coast (Part 1)
On this leg of our trip we finally cross into the Southern Coast of Oregon. Our journey begins in Winchester Bay and as we head further down the coast we explore lighthouses, waterfalls, and...
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Oregon’s Central Coast (Part 3)
Florence, OR Heceta Head Lighthouse State Scenic Viewpoint Heceta Head Lighthouse One of the most photographed lighthouses in Oregon, this icon sits 206 feet above sea level. Established in 1894, the 56 foot tower...
Oregon’s Central Coast (Part 2)
Seal Rock, OR Elephant Rock An elephant is not what we expected to see at Seal Rock; but here it is. Can you see it? Little Creek Scenic Overlook This beautiful spot just south...
Oregon’s Central Coast (Part 1)
Lincoln City, OR Our adventure in Lincoln City begins with brunch at famous Otis Cafe. As you walk in there’s a sign that says… “The food is worth the weight” and they weren’t kidding....
Central Oregon – La Pine to Eugene
For this leg of our journey we explore in and around Bend, visit a few waterfalls, take one of Oregon’s Scenic Bikeways, and hike a trail rated as one of Oregon’s toughest; but most...
Newberry Volcanic NM
Newberry Volcanic National Monument encompasses over 57k acres within the Deschutes National Forest. Designated in 1990 the National Monument is comprised of three distinct sections: Lava Cast, Lava Lands, and the Newberry Caldera. We...
Lava Beds NM to Tule Lake NM & NWR
Lava Beds National Monument was established in 1925 and is over 46,000 acres. It serves to protect and interpret this incredible volcanic and wild landscape as well as the early human occupation of the...
Whiskeytown-Shasta-Trinity NRA
Whiskeytown Is anyone else confused by a lake named Whiskeytown? As it turns out the lake was man made in the 1960’s and now sits on the site of the old town. The town...
Lassen Volcanic NP-Manzanita Lake Area
Located in the northwest portion of the park at 5800ft in elevation, Manzanita Lake is the first campground open for the season and is also the largest with the most amenities. Manzanita Lake Campground...
Washoe Lake & Lake Tahoe State Parks
Washoe Lake State Park Sunsets, Wild Horses, Mountains, and an Angry Lake After setting up camp, and relaxing for a few hours we head out after dinner to walk the campground and end up...