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Hit the Trail
Head to these trails in Oregon and Washington for misty waterfalls, migrating birds, and golden-needled larches.
10/06/2025 By Isabel Lemus Kristensen and Portland Monthly Staff
Squash Season
Pumpkins? Check. Also: hayrides, corn mazes, farm animals, apple cider doughnuts, and so much more.
09/29/2025 By Cami Hughes and Isabel Lemus Kristensen
Leaf Peeping
See changing autumnal foliage from the top of Mount Tabor, in the Portland Japanese Garden, and across Oregon.
09/22/2025 By Isabel Lemus Kristensen and Portland Monthly Staff
Fun with Fungi
Intimidated? Don’t be. Here’s all you need to know to get started—including the ultimate hack for finding the freshest intel.
09/17/2025 By Emma Marris Illustrations by Michael Novak
Travel
Sip cider in Hood River, get spooked in St. Helens, and celebrate the fall harvest around Wilsonville.
09/09/2025 By Isabel Lemus Kristensen and Portland Monthly Staff
Bier Fest
Break out your lederhosen for pretzel tossing, dachshund races, and a goat petting zoo.
09/04/2025 By Alex Frane and Portland Monthly Staff
Hit List
We’ve narrowed down the region’s autumnal offerings, with great mountain views, kid-friendly vibes, and rare varietals ripe for the picking.
Get Out
Dahlias are in bloom, Crater Lake goes car-free, the Pendleton Round-Up kicks off, and Oktoberfest has us raising our steins.
08/27/2025 By Portland Monthly Staff
Get Lost
Work your way through the dead ends and wrong turns, then reward yourself with apple cider doughnuts.
10/07/2024 By Portland Monthly Staff
Fall 2025
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