Research shows outdoor water sources like waterfalls, lakes and oceans are beneficial for mental and physical health. Here ...

Picture a frothy curtain of water nearly 100 feet high free falling over ... and a fun network of hiking and biking trails ...

SW & Water St. SW, Olympia Capitol Lake is situated in downtown Olympia where the saltwater of Puget Sound ends, and features about 1.6-miles of sidewalks and trails that hug the banks of the lake.

U.S. News Insider Tip : Wildfires in fall 2024 consumed swaths of the forest near Mount Bachelor, Sparks Lake and Lava Lake.

Enjoy sunset views and a romantic walk along the boardwalk at Percival Landing Park, which wraps around downtown Olympia’s West Bay. Boats bob in the harbor, and the sun sets to the west, providing a ...

Hosted by the Deschutes Collaborative Forest Project ... as healthy forests play a significant role in water retention and soil health, factors that are critical for agriculture and clean water ...

But there’s no place to camp or relax until you follow the trail another half-mile or so to its northern and northeast side, where there are a few campsites and rocky beaches with water access.

The Willamette River was also highlighted for offering water activities like rafting and kayaking, along with trails for bicycling ... highlighting the Deschutes River and its nearly two dozen ...

Ask an Oregon local, and they'll likely name autumn as one of the best times to visit. The crowds thin as warm-weather ...