The mighty Columbia River runs from the Rocky Mountains of British Columbia to the sea at Astoria, Oregon. Along the Columbia River, learn about Pacific Northwest geology and history, and take in the small towns, views, and wineries.
Waterfalls. Windsurfing. Hiking. Stunning vistas. All this and more awaits when you book a Columbia River Gorge cabin in Washington. Cascading waterfalls, exuberating windsurfing, incredible hiking, and stunning scenery—these activities and sights describe much of the...
On a recent summer visit, we chased down the best fresh foodie finds in Vancouver Washington, just across the river from Portland, Oregon. How many places do you visit where you plan out fresh foodie experiences for each day even before planning visits to museums,...
10 fun things to do in Astoria will lead you through town, take you for a trolley ride, and refresh you when you need to take a break. Being active in Astoria, Oregon, is easy. Stroll the 6-mile Riverwalk along the historic waterfront. Climb a massive column for a...
A road trip down the Washington side of the Columbia River Gorge parallels the popular (and very busy) waterfall-filled Oregon side. When you hear about the Columbia River Gorge you usually think about that side, lined with waterfalls such as the renowned Multnomah...
The Dalles, OR, at the end of the Columbia River Gorge, is great for discovering a new winery or brew pub and dining in a historic saloon. The Dalles, Oregon, on the sunny end of the Columbia River Gorge, is a small town filled with picturesque Victorians, historic...
It was heartbreaking to watch the wildfires rage through the Columbia River Gorge in September. We all feared for the worst to happen. But it didn’t. The fires hopscotched through the area leaving some places scorched and others beautiful and green. Meanwhile Gorge...
UnCruise Adventures uses the tagline, “UnRushed, UnCrowded, UnBelievable.” During a recent cruise through the Columbia River Gorge, staff did an impressive job keeping passengers UnConcerned. It was a week of intense natural disasters. Some passengers had lost homes...
There are amazing options for families when traveling to Oregon… Portland’s OMSI on the waterfront, visits to natural wonders like Crater Lake and Silver Falls. But a must-see for family travel in Oregon is the Bonneville Dam and Fish Hatchery in the beautiful...