Many travelers, I think, would assume that Mount Hood, that majestic peak that rises so prominently to dominate the skyline along the heavily traveled I-84 corridor, would be the focal point of our itinerary. But for me, it is the Timberline Lodge with its sense of rustic, old world, almost magical charm that I amContinue reading “Mount Hood and Hood River, Oregon”
Category Archives: History
Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho Falls, and Pocatello, Idaho
Idaho Falls is a place of unique history, though a history that doesn’t begin until a ferry was placed here in 1864 to provide a crossing over the Snake River along the Montana Trail, soon to be followed by a bridge. A year later the town, soon to be known as Eagle Rock, included aContinue reading “Craters of the Moon National Monument, Idaho Falls, and Pocatello, Idaho”
Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach and Tillamook, Oregon
The Oregon coast is among our favorite places to visit. We present here our top picks for a three-day itinerary for the most northerly section of the Oregon coast. The itinerary can be experienced any time of year as seasonal temperatures change only mildly (though you’re much less likely to get into the water inContinue reading “Astoria, Seaside, Cannon Beach and Tillamook, Oregon”
Boardman, Umatilla, and Pendleton, Oregon
Pendleton is one of those towns that travelers rush past on the freeway over and over again, possibly with no knowledge that Pendleton has an amazing and magical history to explore! Add a few more regional sites along the way and you have a great two-day visit to experience. When to Visit: though this itineraryContinue reading “Boardman, Umatilla, and Pendleton, Oregon”
Salem, Silverton, and Silver Falls State Park, Oregon
Salem happens to be the capital of the state of Oregon, but Salem is much more than that; Salem sits in the middle of the historic Willamette Valley, a place the original native inhabitants called chem-i-ki-ti, which means meeting place or resting place. The first permanent Euro-American settlement was the Methodist Mission and so muchContinue reading “Salem, Silverton, and Silver Falls State Park, Oregon”
McMinnville and Oregon Coast from Lincoln City to Newport
Come see why visitors rave about the beauty of the Oregon Coast—and throw in one of the finest air museums in the Pacific Northwest!
Tacoma, Washingon
Tacoma offers visitors several world-class museums conveniently placed in the downtown district; add to that the sites at Point Defiance only a few miles north of downtown and you have a fantastic weekend visit with a pleasing mix of art, history, and a great zoo to round out the itinerary. With more sites than youContinue reading “Tacoma, Washingon”
Palouse Falls, Dayton, and Waitsburg, Washington
Sometimes even small towns have a great amount of history; Dayton, Washington is one of those places. The museums are small and the exhibits less spectacular than the big city museums, yet they offer a glimpse into local history that is often just as interesting and inspiring. And, it turns out, Dayton and Waitsburg sitContinue reading “Palouse Falls, Dayton, and Waitsburg, Washington”
Ponderosa Pine and Sawtooth Scenic Byways and Ketchum, Idaho
Ready for a fantastic weekend travel itinerary that mixes wonderfully scenic drives with historical museums and marvels of natural history? Our itinerary is presented as starting from Boise but the itinerary could easily be experienced in reverse, including a stay at Ketchum, if coming from the east. Best time to travel this itinerary is MemorialContinue reading “Ponderosa Pine and Sawtooth Scenic Byways and Ketchum, Idaho”
Hells Canyon Scenic Byway, Joseph, and Baker City, Oregon
Western Oregon offers so many beautiful and awe-inspiring places to see and experience, but what about Eastern Oregon? It turns out that the mostly desert side of the state also has many locales that you just have to visit! The Hells Canyon Scenic Byway is one of those places. When to visit: the byway doesContinue reading “Hells Canyon Scenic Byway, Joseph, and Baker City, Oregon”
Hit the Road in the Pacific Northwest 