NEWS

Cottonwood Canyon Slated to Open

On Sept 25, Oregon's newest state park opens to hikers, campers, and fishers, a mere two hours from Portland

09/25/2013 By Caitlin Feldman

GET OUT

Roam the Wilds of Croatia and Slovenia

A new luxury walking tour from Portland-based Next Step European Travel sets the awe-inspiring mountains, lakes, and river of Eastern Europe at your feet.

09/24/2013 By Emily Gravlin

FITNESS

Indoor Sports for Outdoor People

If the Portland rain is keeping you from your favorite outdoor exercise routines, try these indoor variations—all of which are way more fun than the treadmill

09/24/2013 By Roxanne Davis

HAPPENINGS

Bend Jazz Series Kicks Off

From October through March, the Oxford Hotel in Bend will host an acclaimed lineup of some of the country's best jazz talent

09/23/2013 By Alexandria Bordas

NEWS

BoltBus Expands to Eugene and Albany

Starting October 3, the new BoltBus extension will offer service to Eugene and Albany

09/19/2013 By Cari Johnson

HAPPENINGS

Trail Blazing in Salem

This month, The Oregon Trail comes to life in a live-action role play game in Salem

09/13/2013 By Roxanne Davis

Post

Slide Show: Eightmile Loop Trail #496

09/12/2013

HAPPENINGS

Oregon's First African American To Be Honored In Garibaldi

On September 12, celebrate the revision of the Captain Robert Gray historical marker to include Oregon’s first person of African descent, Markus Lopeus

09/11/2013 By Cari Johnson

NEWS

Help Arrives for Vacation Rental Owners

From website creation to booking, Lodgify aims to be the one-stop-shop for vacation rental owners

09/10/2013 By Caitlin Feldman

HAPPENINGS

Tea Time in Seattle

Next month, the 6th Annual Northwest Tea Festival steeps the Emerald City in all things tea.

09/10/2013 By Caitlin Feldman

HAPPENINGS

How to Become a GPS Expert

On Sept 21, become a master of navigation systems during an Oregon Garden workshop.

09/05/2013 With Caitlin Feldman

INSIDE THE MAGAZINE

Travel Talk in the September Issue

Travel tips and outdoor adventures from Portland Monthly's September issue in one handy place

09/04/2013 By Tuck Woodstock

GO FORTH AND EAT

Northwest Culinary Road Trips

Pack up the car, cue the road tunes, and seek the simple pleasure of the region's edible bounty at its peak.

09/03/2013 Edited by Rachel Ritchie By Allison Jones and Marty Patail

TRAIL OF THE MONTH

Cool Creek Trail

Hike to a retired fire lookout atop Devils Peak and enjoy towering firs, leafy rhododendrons, and huckleberry patches along the way.

09/03/2013 By Brian Barker

CULINARY ROAD TRIPS

The Herbfarm: The Ultimate Splurge

For an unparalleled survey of the regional bounty, head north to Woodinville's temple of microseasonal dining.

09/03/2013 By Rachel Ritchie

CULINARY ROAD TRIPS

Oregon's Best Farm Stays

Turn your next weekend getaway into a pastoral working vacation at Leaping Lamb Farm, Willow-Witt Ranch, Sakura Ridge, or Deer Haven Farms.

09/03/2013 By Rachel Ritchie

CULINARY ROAD TRIPS

The Columbia River Nostalgia Tour

The Historic Columbia River Highway offers epic views, serene waterfalls, and plenty of throw-back pit stops to satisfy your hunger for kitsch.

09/03/2013 By Allison Jones

CULINARY ROAD TRIPS

Wenatchee, Washington's Fresh Flavors

The thriving river region is the backbone of Washington's fruit industry, boasting 150 farms and orchards, 45 wineries, and a new public market.

09/03/2013 By Marty Patail

CULINARY ROAD TRIPS

Oregon Coast Seafood Circuit

From fish and chips to fine dining powered by shoreline foraging, we reveal the best seaside spots to satisfy your coastal cravings.

09/03/2013 By Rachel Ritchie

HAPPENINGS

Historic Gorge Trail Opening with a Bang

Sept 13–15, spend a weekend in Cascade Locks for the Historic Highway Trail opening, with hikes, bike rides, and other festivities

08/30/2013 By Emily Gravlin