Journal

From the lunar-like landscape of Mount St. Helens to the nearby Forest Park trails, here's a quick guide to mountain biking near Portland.

Fly Fishing in Portland is about to be much more accessible with the launch of Patagonia's Simple Fly Fishing Kit.

Wildlife, waterfalls, and wilderness—plus the time change—are all great reasons to get outside. Here, the best spring hikes in Portland.

Ridgeline hikes come with a special, if not understated, appeal: The joy of exploring the land from above, with never a doubt as which way to go.

The story of an East Coast couple embarking on a two-week excursion through the Pacific Northwest.

There's still plenty of time left in the summer to haul out the inner tube. Here, insider tips on the best places to float near Portland.

Pier Park may provide the best disc golf in the Portland area in terms of natural beauty. This 18 basket course is located on a peninsula between the Columbia and Willamette Rivers, and it really is an amazing place to go spend a few hours with your frisbee.

Still haven't made plans for your Labor Day Weekend in Portland? Get inspired by our ideas for these great end-of-summer hikes.

Many people don't know there are plenty of volcanoes around Portland that are ripe for outdoor exploration. Here, five to check out.

The 9-mile loop along the 4T Trail is a quintessential Portland experience.

Follow in the footsteps of Jack Kerouac with an overnight adventure at one of the 20-something fire towers in Oregon. Here's what to know.

It's the newest way to explore the backcountry: splitboarding. Here, everything you need to know about this rapidly growing pursuit.