The heart of the Journey Through Time Scenic Byway is the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, often called one of the seven wonders of Oregon, comprised of three units: Clarno, Painted Hills, and Sheep Rock. The fossil beds show visitors how the region has drastically changed, both in climate and animal and plant evolution,Continue reading “Journey Through Time Scenic Byway, Oregon”
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Columbia River Gorge Scenic Highway, Oregon
The historic Columbia River Highway was constructed from 1913 to 1922 as the nation’s first scenic highway; the Columbia River Gorge is also the nation’s second National Scenic Area, which gives you a hint of how special the byway truly is! Construction of the highway presented many engineering challenges and the roadway was considered oneContinue reading “Columbia River Gorge Scenic Highway, Oregon”
Day Trip: Ritzville, Washington
I have mentioned before how surprising it can be when a small community offers sites of historical or cultural significance beyond what the size of the community suggests it would have. Ritzville, a small farm community that appears at first glance to be a drive-by town along Interstate 90, was settled in the 1880s and,Continue reading “Day Trip: Ritzville, Washington”
Elgin, Joseph, and Wallowa Lake, Washington
The Wallowa Lake area is a destination hot-spot for the northeastern Oregon region. If you read our posts you may remember that we have an itinerary for the Hells Canyon Scenic Drive that includes Joseph and Wallowa Lake, but this isn’t a place you come to only once. As is often the case, there isContinue reading “Elgin, Joseph, and Wallowa Lake, Washington”
Mount Hood and Hood River, Oregon
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”
Central Oregon: Madras, Bend, and Newberry National Volcanic Monument
Are you ready for another great weekend trip? Our central Oregon itinerary presents our top picks and offers a great variety of sites to visit. Best time to visit: a visit scheduled Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend will allow you to visit all the sites on the itinerary. Plan to arrive at EricksonContinue reading “Central Oregon: Madras, Bend, and Newberry National Volcanic Monument”
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!
Hit the Road in the Pacific Northwest 