Linn County, Oregon

Lewisburg Saddle Upper Horse Trail Loop is a loop trail in McDonald-Dunn Forest located near Adair Village, Oregon. The trail is dog, horse, and Mountain Bike friendly. If bringing your pup, please be sure to keep in on-leash with horses and other wildlife potentially on the trail.  The loop sin...

This is a short hike on the outskirts of Corvallis.  It's a popular hiking/trail running destination. There are several vantage points that overlook the city of Corvallis and Willamette Valley.  It's a great place to visit if you want to do a short hike in the town of Corvallis.

420, 300, and 400 Trails Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Corvallis, Oregon.

Wild Iris Ridge Loop from Summit Sky Boulevard is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Eugene, Oregon.

Getting There Searching Spencer Butte Trailhead Parking Lot on Google Maps will direct you to exactly where you need to go. From downtown Eugene/ UO you'll drive south on Willamette St. until you see an official park sign for Spencer Butte Park. Take a left on the gated road (will be locked duri...

McCulloch Peak Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Corvallis, Oregon.

Bagby Hot Springs is actually a set of amazing bathhouses nestled in the forest outside of Estacada. They are one of Oregon’s most poplar hot springs, and for good reason. The hike into the hot springs is easy and quite scenic. You’ll cross a bridge over Nohorn Creek and follow the Hot Springs Fo...

This is a moderately trafficked trail near Corvallis, OR.  It is great for rainy days as much of the trail is paved or has gravel.  It is a popular spot for mountain bikers and hikers alike.  Some parts of the trail have little shade.  There are amazing views of the tall grassy hills and the town...

Huckleberry, Mark's and Looney's Gate Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Molalla, Oregon.

Just outside of Sisters Oregon is the stunning and popular day hike to the summit Black Butte (Elevation 6,436 feet). At the top, spectacular views of the surrounding Cascades await the intrepid hiker. To get to the trailhead, turn off of Highway 22 onto National Forest Road (NFR) 11, also known...

Mount June Trail in Lowell, Oregon, is a moderate difficulty hiking trail that stretches for 2.21 miles. The trail is known for its steep inclines and rocky terrain, making it a challenging yet rewarding hike. The trailhead is located off of Lost Creek Road, with a small parking area available fo...

If there were a river in heaven it would be the Metolius. This gem located near Sisters Oregon offers year-round fly-fishing (only) to anyone who wishes to do so. The area offers multiple types of accommodations from tent camping to staying in resort-like cabins on the river. The best time to go...

I went for a quick overnighter. The end of August is great for weather, very little bugs, and perfect time to meet and chat with PCT through hikers.The weather was absolutely perfect for night photography and lounging around camp. It's also one of the best views in Oregon if you ask me.If you're ...

From the Breightenbush Lake PCT trailhead (5,600ft Elevation) you hike through a thick forest until you reach an old burn area. This area was burned from a forest fire and has rebirthed lush green plants and bushes to help feed all the animals in the area. After a mile of climbing through the bur...

The West Metolius River trail is one of the finest river trails in Central Oregon due to its easy terrain, beautiful blue water, volcanic spring fed waterfalls, and forest views.  The hike starts just downstream from the Lower Canyon Creek Campground, where there is a bathroom and some picnic tab...

Just outside of Sisters, Oregon, near Bend, is a beautiful hike to a picturesque waterfall. It is rarely crowded thanks (and no thanks) to the Pole Creek Fire, which ravaged the area several years ago. Because of the fire, the hike and landscape have been drastically altered. What used to be a 2-...