Adventures

WalletHub Claims Oregon Is Among the Worst Places to Live – But Is It Really?

Living in Oregon certainly comes with its challenges, but when you look at the big picture, I’d say we’ve got it pretty damn good here. As someone who fully acknowledges the many challenges our state is currently facing and is certainly not thrilled with some of the recent changes, I still...

Police Plead for Help in Finding 12-Year-Old Eugene Boy Believed to Be in Danger

At That Oregon Life, the safety and well-being of missing children is one of our highest priorities. We want to bring attention to a 12-year-old foster child who is currently missing and believed to be in danger. The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) has issued an alert regarding Chayton...

Oregon Shines as One of the Top U.S. States for Scenic Proposal Spots

The Oregonian reports that Oregon has been highlighted in a recent survey ranking the top 10 U.S. states for "picture-perfect" proposal spots. The survey, conducted by Nieuwe Casino, analyzed Instagram hashtags such as ‘#[location]engagement’, ‘#[location]proposal’, and ‘#[location]engaged’ across...

Beat the Heat and Spot Majestic Wildlife on This Oregon Coast Wildlife Refuge

Looking for a unique outdoor adventure in Oregon where you can see incredible views that doesn’t feel like you're roasting in a campfire when you arrive? Well The Oregon Coast is typically much cooler in the summer season, and Nestucca Bay National Wildlife Refuge offers the perfect escape! At...

Raging Wildfire Near Madras Surpasses 5,000 Acres, 0% Contained

As reported by Central Oregon Daily News, a wildfire that started Sunday night northwest of Madras, exhibiting what Forest Service officials describe as "extreme fire behavior," grew to 5,093 acres by Tuesday morning and remains 0% contained. Crews worked through the night to hold the lines on the...
Elk Creek Trail Guide: Tillamook State Forest Hike

Elk Creek Trail Guide: Tillamook State Forest Hike

Updated August 2026: Elk Creek Trail is a moderate hiking and mountain-biking route in the Tillamook State Forest, beginning near Elk Creek Campground off Oregon Highway 6. The official Oregon Department of Forestry guide measures four miles from the trailhead to the...

Let Experts Take You On A Free Tide Pool Explorience In Lincoln City Oregon

Let Experts Take You On A Free Tide Pool Explorience In Lincoln City Oregon

Every day when the tide goes out in Lincoln City Oregon, a new world is revealed to those who know where to look: tide pools showcasing miniature displays of colorful ocean habitat. Through the free Tide Pool Exploriences program in Lincoln City, you can go on a...

Your Guide To Pacific City Oregon – Things To Do, History, And More

Your Guide To Pacific City Oregon – Things To Do, History, And More

If you'd like to visit Oregon's north coast off the beaten path and away from crowds, Pacific City is the perfect spot on the Pacific Ocean. From bonfires on beautiful Oregon beaches, to layered cliffs and rock stacks, hang gliding and more, Pacific City has always...

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