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Dog Friendly Activities in the Portland Area

Calling all dog lovers! If you are looking for a town that will love your dog as much as you do, Portland is the place! The City of Roses is well equipped to host you and your adorable pooch with a plethora of dog friendly activities. If you’re in the area, make sure you check…

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July 29, 2022

Columbia River Gorge Waterfalls & Mount Hood Full-Day Trip!

If you’ve read any of our blogs, you know that part of what we love about Portland, is the abundance of outdoor recreation areas that can be found within close proximity to city limits. In fact, with so many options to choose from, it can be a bit overwhelming for first time visitors to narrow…

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May 23, 2022

Oregon Coast Day Trip

If you’re traveling to Portland and have some extra time to explore, you’d be an absolute fool to not at least consider a full-day, fun-filled excursion to the Oregon Coast! Known for its rocky shorelines, dramatic bluffs, and windswept forests, it’s the absolute perfect place for nature lovers, sightseers, and anyone looking to explore the…

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April 25, 2022

Columbia River Gorge Sightseeing

If you are visiting Portland, no doubt you have a long list of things to do and places to see. A top contender for your time (regardless of whether you consider yourself to be a hiker) should be the Columbia River Gorge! Approximately 40 minutes east of downtown Portland by car, the gorge takes shape…

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March 9, 2022

Where to Go for Snow Near Portland, Oregon

Did you know that Portland is just a hop, jump, and skip away from Winter Wonderland? Less than a 2-hour drive from downtown Portland, Mt. Hood (an active volcano which is part of the Cascade Mountain range) boasts beautiful forests, crystal clear rivers and lakes, and in the wintertime, snow sports galore!  Every year, as winter settles…

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November 23, 2021

Whale Watching on the Oregon Coast

It’s no secret that the Oregon Coast is known for its charming small towns, rocky shorelines, and expansive views from highway 101, but for those of you looking for something a little different (and extra exciting!), you might be happy to know that Oregon is also a popular and fruitful whale watching destination!    Every year in…

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October 22, 2021

Surfing the Oregon Coast at Smuggler Cove

When you think of the Oregon Coast, surfing might not be the first thing that comes to mind. We get it! For most of the year, Oregon’s rocky shoreline is cold, rainy, and downright wintery. We certainly aren’t suggesting that you throw on a bikini or board shorts – but with the right gear (think…. the thickest wetsuit possible),…

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July 22, 2021

Fun-Filled U-Pick Day Trips from Portland

Summer is prime picking season for a variety of berries and fruits. If you are in Portland, why not check out some of these amazing farms and orchards. You’ll enjoy some amazing scenery, and if you don’t eat it all of your scrumptious loot right away, you’ll leave with some delicious produce!   Sauvie Island Sauvie Island…

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June 21, 2021