Rice Rock Museum in Oregon Opening in 1997, the Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks and Minerals is home to a master collection of crystals, gems, meteorites, fossils, and petrified
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Dee Wright Observatory Situated near the McKenzie Pass summit, at 5,187 feet, is the Dee Wright Observatory. The rock structure, built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, has openings that
Discover the Best Summer Markets in Hillsboro, Oregon Hillsboro is a diverse and vibrant city offering much more than just manufacturing and technology. You’ll be pleasantly surprised to find
The Best of Crater Lake National Park As an Oregonian and a National Park enthusiast, I think Crater Lake is pretty darn awesome. The lake sits within the caldera
Viento State Park in Oregon Located in the Columbia Gorge, Viento State Park might be just the place to stay during your hiking or windsurfing adventures. It’s also near
Camping at Ainsworth State Park in Oregon Ainsworth State Park is a great place to spend a night or two while enjoying your waterfall hikes in the area or
Rooster Rock State Park in Oregon Rooster Rock State Park sits right along the Columbia River. The park features 2 disc golf courses, picnic areas, boat ramp, hiking trails,
Vista House at Crown Point The Vista House is a well known landmark in the Columbia River Gorge. It sits atop Crown Point about 700 feet above the river.
Portland Women’s Forum Scenic Viewpoint When traveling east along I-84, if you opt to hop off the interstate and travel along the Historic Columbia River Highway, the Portland Women’s
Rowena Crest Overlook in Oregon Rowena Crest is a spectacular place to get a panoramic view of the canyon we know as the Columbia River Gorge. On your way