The journey to Todd Lake is extraordinary. I marveled at the views and fell in love with the trail’s diverse landscape. We trekked through open meadows and a tranquil hemlock forest that looked straight out of a fairytale, with its delicate mossy drapery and snow-covered branches. With mild elevation changes and a decent amount of … More Explore Bend – Snowshoeing to Todd Lake
Small but mighty, the town of Hood River is idyllically situated along the Columbia River and offers outdoor fun for the entire family. In 2015, Sunset Magazine awarded Hood River as the “Best Adventure Town” and it is easy to see why. Hood River has it all – wine tasting, water sports, mountain biking, hiking … More 72 Hours in Hood River – The Ultimate Getaway
Misery Ridge Trail at Smith Rock State Park is one of my favorite winter hikes! Smith Rock is located in Terrebonne, Oregon (30 minutes north of Bend) and it is a great spot to enjoy some sunshine along with stunning scenic views. Smith Rock offers a number of outdoor adventures, but today’s post focuses on … More Smith Rock State Park, Misery Ridge Trail – Explore Bend
It’s almost the end of January and I have been feeling rather stir crazy lately. In desperate need of some fresh mountain air, we packed up the kids and headed 20 minutes south of Bend to Benham Falls. I’ve always been curious about this spot, so I was excited to finally check it out! For … More Explore Bend – Benham Falls [Winter Edition]
We LOVE Crescent Moon Ranch. It is one of our favorite spots to go as a family. If you love fresh air, scenic views, and ridiculously cute alpacas, then this is the spot for you. Adults and children alike will enjoy their visit to the ranch as they stroll down the grassy lanes and greet … More Explore Bend – Crescent Moon Ranch Alpaca Destination
There are many, many reasons to fall in love with Bend, but one of the biggest perks is its year-round outdoor fun. Right now, we’re in the middle of winter and craving some adventure. We’ve been to a number of sno-parks in the area, but Swampy Lakes Sno-Park has been by far the most kid-friendly. … More Explore Bend – Swampy Lakes Sno-Park
Ah, Bend. The outdoorsy little town nestled in sweet central Oregon. Its intoxicating vibes and surrounding beauty will have you head over heels the moment you arrive. It is also home to the Bend Ale Trail, what is claimed to be the ‘largest beer trail in the west’. If locals aren’t out exploring the endless … More The Bend Ale Trail
Well, it only took me leaving the country to finally find time to sift through and edit my pictures from this past summer’s road trip down Oregon’s coast. Whether you have a day or a whole week to explore, this coast has so much to offer. There are endless trails that wind their way down … More Getting Lost on the Oregon Coast
Portland is an amazing city for a number of reasons – its eclectic population, its beautiful surroundings, and its pure awesomeness. But what really won my heart over during my visit to Portland, was all of the delicious craft beer that the city had to offer. Being based in San Diego, I am already a bit of … More Brew Hop in Portland
My first visit to Proxy Falls was over a year ago and I loved it so much, that I had to come back! Proxy Falls trail is located in Willamette National Forest and is a great detour to make when leaving Bend. From Bend to the trailhead, we took the scenic route of Highway 242 and passed several awesome … More Proxy Falls
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