Travel & Outdoors

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

GEAR UP

Trust Co Unveils its Axes

On September 6, heritage axe restoration brand, Trust Co., is getting inked in a tattoo-themed celebration of its grand opening.

08/28/2013 By Marty Patail

IN FLIGHT

Do Airplanes Need Child-Free Zones?

Some Asian carriers are now offering upgrades to child-free (and, presumably, less noisy) sections of their aircraft. Should the trend catch on here?

08/28/2013 By Marty Patail

GEAR UP

Danner Boots comes to Union Way

Danner's retail store in downtown's high-end Union Way alley offers a convenient new shopping destination for Portland nature-lovers.

08/22/2013 By Emily Gravlin

GIVEAWAYS

Explore Exclusive Vineyards this Labor Day

This Labor Day weekend, the Eola-Amity Hills’ most exclusive vineyards and wineries will open their doors for public tastings—and you could win two passes!

08/22/2013 By Tuck Woodstock

GIVEAWAY

Win a VIP Food Road Trip Experience

To celebrate all the culinary goodness that Oregon grows, we're giving away a dreamy trek across the state—plus Feast Portland tickets!

08/13/2013 By Zach Dundas

OUT AND ABOUT

25th Annual National Lentil Festival

So what if you missed the Combine Derby and the Threshing Bee! You can still attend the National Lentil Festival in Pullman, Washington.

08/10/2013 By Kate Bryant

BRAND NEW

House Spirits Lands at PDX Airport

On Monday, the popular Portland distiller will unveil a brand new tasting-room and retail outlet on Concourse D

08/09/2013 By Alisha Gorder

INSIDE THE MAGAZINE

Travel Talk in the August Issue

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

08/07/2013 By Tuck Woodstock

TIPS

How to Keep Your Beach Bonfire Safe

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department prohibits burning pallets—and other useful advice.

08/06/2013 By Emily Gravlin