Journal

  • What Does Portland and Oregon Mean to You?

    Jaycee Iranshad, a D1 soccer player at Grand Canyon University, shares what her home town and state mean now that she's left home.
  • Willamette Boulevard - Road Running

    The four mile stretch of road that connects Arbor Lodge Park to Cathedral Park in North Portland is as flat and scenic as any in Portland. Views of Mt Hood, Forest Park, and the Willamette River are just some of the highlights along this customizable, tree-lined run.
  • Breakfast on the Bridges: A Beloved Portland Biking Tradition

    Breakfast on the Bridges is a longtime Portland tradition, and you have to be on your bike or foot to partake.
  • Local Portland Outdoor Adventures via Mass Transit

    Lucky for local adventurers, Portland mass transit offers ample opportunities to explore nature, no car necessary. Here, 10 of our favorites.
  • Why You Should Try Dragon Boat Paddling in Portland This Spring

    Dragon Boat paddling is quickly becoming a very popular niche hobby in Portland—here's why you should get in on the action.
  • Changes at Mt. Hood Meadows Cater to Beginners

    Mt. Hood Meadows Ski Resort, which attracts more than 400,000 visitors every season and boasts 12 chairlifts to more than 80 trails, has a few changes up its sleeve this season.
  • 5 of the Most Underrated Waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge

    Portland is known for its world-class waterfalls, and there are tons of people at the popular ones. Here's a list of the less popular ones that are equally awesome.
  • Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge - Hiking

    Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge is a 141-acre park located in a floodplain of the Willamette River very close to downtown Portland. It's an easily accessible place to enjoy a hike or run in a pristine wilderness area.
  • Fall Camping Around Portland: 5 Stunning Spots

    From family-friendly spots to hidden gems, fall camping around Portland offers a variety of spots to fit your style. Here's where to go.
  • Joanna Reuland: Footprints in Oregon

    Joanna Reuland has left her footprints on Oregon's best trails -- and will be back to run more.
  • The All Trails Challenge

    Forest Park is the largest forested municipal park in the country, and every year, people sign up for the All Trails Challenge to celebrate it.
  • Willamette Water Trail - Flat Water Paddling

    Taking a multi-day paddling trip down Oregon's gorgeous Willamette River is the ultimate river experience that simply must be on a paddler's bucket list.