Oregon is known for its stunning landscapes, from rugged coastlines to peaceful forests and high desert. Exploring the state by car lets you experience its natural beauty in a unique and personal way.

In this episode of the Explore Oregon Podcast, host Zach Urness and outdoors intern Mariah Johnston talk about how to go whale watching in Depoe Bay to see giant whales — specifically from a boat.

If you’re looking to explore Oregon beyond the usual spots, there are plenty of lesser-known towns that offer unique experiences and beautiful scenery. These small communities often provide a quieter, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Santiam Excursion Trains is based in Lebanon and recently added a new railbike adventure in Sweet Home. It travels 6 miles on the ...

In this episode of the Explore Oregon Podcast, host Zach Urness highlights five Cascade Mountain lakes where you can hike and catch good-sized trout. This shorter episode includes how to find the ...

Book a stay at Sunriver Resort, consistently ranked among the top hotels in the western U.S. for its 40-plus miles of paved trails, cabin- and lodge-style rooms, and Crosswater golf course, one of the ...

In this edition of the Explore Oregon Podcast, host Zach Urness talks with state climatologist Larry O'Neill about Oregon's lack of mountain snow and whether it's going to rally this winter. They also ...

Tula Tu, the Oregon Zoo’s baby elephant sensation, celebrated her first birthday on Sunday. Read online: https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/petite-party-pachyderm ...

Cindy Baker takes a photo of a gray whale during the whale watching tour on Aug. 19 at Depoe Bay. Located along Oregon's central Coast, Depoe Bay is known as the whale watching capital of the Oregon ...