I felt every drop of sweat make its way down my face, neck and back as I stared down the rattlesnake, its beady eyes locked with mine, daring me to move. At this point, a few miles into my ...

The Alvord Desert has been on my Oregon bucket list for the past several years. As a former desert dweller, I have an affinity for open, arid landscapes and heat. Shortly after moving to Oregon, I was ...

This Southern Oregon lake offers a delightful abundance of wildlife, with plenty of recreational activities, birdwatching trails, campgrounds, and more.

Where to stay: Birch Creek Historic Ranch – This ranch owned by the Bureau of Land Management has five free campsites along the Owyhee River. The property has a water source and restroom that is open ...

To encourage use and help hikers with planning, a "trips report" section has been added to the web-based information on the roughly 800-mile Oregon Desert Trail. The trail was conceived and mapped ...

Those seeking peace and solitude away from any crowds this spring need only look to the east from Portland. Drive across the Cascade Mountains, take the gravel roads and head to the dusty trailheads ...

Sage Clegg folded her body against a tower of basalt and turned the GoPro on herself. The shade was a small defense against the blistering heat in the depth of Oregon's Owyhee Canyonlands. “I’m ...

BURNS, Ore. — We head east of the Cascades in this week’s getaway to discover the springtime coolness that washes across the high desert and creates a wildlife mecca. Tom Hall is that voice, the man ...

Bend is once again a top Memorial Day weekend destination. This year, as travel, gas, and food costs rise, people are looking for ways to enjoy the weekend without overspending. For many people in ...

I felt every drop of sweat make its way down my face, neck and back as I stared down the rattlesnake, its beady eyes locked with mine, daring me to move. At this point, a few miles into my ...