5 Camping Lights you Should Own
October 2, 2018
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Winter is just around the corner and with it comes shorter days and longer, colder nights. Daylight savings ends on November 4th and that means
Should I be Worried about Cougars?
September 13, 2018
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On September 11, 2018, a woman name Diana Bober was found dead near the small town of Zigzag, Oregon in the Mt. Hood National Forest.
Mt Hood National Forest Fire Ban
July 25, 2018
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Effective immediately fires are prohibited within Mt. Hood National Forest. Unlike most fire restrictions this one includes fires within developed campgrounds. Other restrictions include the
Siuslaw National Forest Campground Closures
June 22, 2017
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Due to an unusually wet winter, many campgrounds in the Pacific Northwest are having delayed openings as operators find water related damages and hazards. The Siuslaw
Cultus Lake Campground Closure
June 12, 2017
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The Cultus Lake Campground, Day Use Area and Boat ramp have been closed for the 2017 camping season by the Deschutes National Forest Service due to dangerous trees in the area.
Elk Cove Hike
August 22, 2016
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If you have ever hiked the 40 mile long Timberline Trail that circumnavigates Mt. Hood then you are familiar with the beautiful meadows of Elk Cove on the north side of the mountain. Elk Cove is tucked away in a remote area of Mt. Hood far from any roads, ski areas or cabins and it is this seclusion that gives it its charm. There are several ways to get to Elk Cove but for this hike we approached it from the Elk Cove trailhead near Laurence Lake just outside of Parkdale.
Willamete National Forest Campground Fee Increases
August 20, 2016
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The Willamette National Forest is considering fee increases for camping, cabin and day use areas starting in 2017. The fee increases are long due and the area has not seen an increase in over 8 years. What’s more, there has been a massive surge in outdoor recreation over the last few years which has put an increased strain on our parks systems in Oregon.
Elk Meadows Hike
August 15, 2016
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Elk Meadows on the southeast side of Mt. Hood is one of the most quintessential hikes in the northwest region. It is relatively easy to get to, has moderate crowds and delivers almost everything the average hiker could want including mountain streams, flowery meadows and glacial views. The 6.5 mile hike is easy to do for even novice hikers and there are many different options for those more advanced hikers looking to add on a little something extra.
Perseid Meteor Shower Expected to Deliver
August 9, 2016
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The Pereseid Meteor Shower pays earth a visit every year and usually puts on a good show however this year is different. This year the Swift-Tuttle
Sahale Falls Hike
August 9, 2016
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Sahale Falls is a lesser known waterfall on the SE side of Mt. Hood that plunges over 60 feet on the East Fork of the Hood River. The waterfall is often hiked to as part of a loop hike in conjunction with the nearby Umbrella Falls. Both waterfalls are easy to access during the summer from the Mt. Hood Meadows parking lots and on days in which the gates are open you can even drive to Sahale Falls. If you are reading this though, you are probably not interested in driving to a waterfall.