Sunset Bay and Shore Acres

April 13, 2010 By Andrea Niemiec Leave a Comment
Photo By: Andrea Niemiec

Overview: Sunset Bay, OR - The Oregon coastline is world famous for its stunning scenery, and the area south of Coos Bay is no exception. Erosion and seismic action have created a crumbling, fractured coastline full of geologic interest and curious rock formations. Location: Getting There Take 101 through Coos Bay, and turn right onto Empire Rd before you leave town. Take Empire/Coos Bay Hwy for 2.8 miles, then veer left onto Newmark for 0.5 miles, left again to get onto Cape Arago Hwy, and drive for 8 miles. Adventure Specifics: Sunset … [Read more...]

Filed Under: All Adventures, Camping, General Recreation, Hiking, Oregon Coast

Bohemia Mountain

April 9, 2010 By Andrea Niemiec Leave a Comment
Photo By: Andrea Niemiec

Overview: Bohemia Mountain in Lane County, Oregon (N 43.574288 and W -122.656999) is a 5840’ peak with a nice hike to an incredible 360-degree view of the Cascade Range. Seasonal wildflower viewing, a nearby ghost town, and all-terrain vehicle trails make a trip to this area even more worthwhile. Location: Google Maps – Eugene to Bohemia Mountain - *Approximate trailhead Location Read Below for detailed directions* (N 43.574288 and W -122.656999) – Mountain Coordinates To get there, drive south on I-5 from Eugene, taking Exit 174 at Cottage … [Read more...]

Filed Under: All Adventures, Hiking Tagged With: Beautiful Views, Bohemia Mining Country, Bohemia Oregon, Ghost Town, Hiking, Photography

Watson Falls

April 8, 2010 By Andrea Niemiec Leave a Comment
Photo By: Andrea Niemiec

Overview: One of the highest waterfalls in Oregon, Watson Falls plunges 272 feet to its moss-covered base, and is an easy 0.8 mile hike round-trip with a 300 foot elevation gain. Located along Highway 138, Watson Falls is one of a string of waterfalls whose trail heads are easily accessed from the highway, and is a quick stop during any trip through the area. Location: Google Maps - Eugene to Watson Falls Getting There From Roseburg, take Highway 138 for approximately 61 miles. Turn south on Road 37, and park at the trail head parking lot approximately … [Read more...]

Filed Under: All Adventures, Hiking, Waterfalls

Tamolitch Pool

April 3, 2010 By Andrea Niemiec Leave a Comment
Photo By: Andrea Niemiec

Overview: Tamolitch Pool is the basin of Tamolitch Falls, once a natural waterfall on the McKenzie River that has since been diverted by EWEB, buried by lava flows, and is now a "dry" waterfall. What remains is a large, breathtaking pool of spring-fed water that shades from deep purple to turquoise. The Trailhead: The trail to Tamolitch Pool leaves from a trail head a few hundred yards off of Highway 126, and is a four mile loop along part of the popular 26-mile-long McKenzie River Trail. For the first mile or so the trail winds through cedar and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: All Adventures, Hiking, Waterfalls Tagged With: Hiking, Hwy 126, McKenzie River, Tamolitch Falls, Tamolitch Pool, Waterfalls

Matthieu Lakes – Dee Wright Observatory

April 3, 2010 By Andrea Niemiec Leave a Comment
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Overview: Located on Highway 242 about 15 miles west of Sisters, Oregon, the Matthieu Lakes trail takes you through a pine forest bordering lava beds up to two small, idyllic lakes, with spectacular views of the North and Middle Sisters, Mt. Washington, Three-Fingered Jack, Mt. Jefferson, and Mt. Hood along the way. Location: Google Maps - Directions from Eugene Approximately 1.5 hours from Eugene, Oregon. To reach the Matthieu Lakes trail head, from I-5 south near Eugene, take OR 126/McKenzie River Highway east for approximately … [Read more...]

Filed Under: All Adventures, Camping, General Recreation, Hiking Tagged With: Beautiful Views, Campground, Cascades, Photography

Koosah Falls

March 24, 2010 By AdventureMaster Leave a Comment

Overview: Beautiful 80ft. waterfall located 75 minutes outside of Eugene on highway 126. The word Koosah is a Chinook word meaning "sky". These falls were formed 3,000 years ago when lava flows formed the McKenzie River. Location: Koosah falls is located approximately 60 miles outside Eugene directly off highway 126. There are visible signs on the side of the road. Google Maps - Eugene to Koosah Falls - Click Here for the Map Adventure Specifics: The waterfall is easily accessible via a paved path from the parking lot. The are also … [Read more...]

Filed Under: All Adventures, Featured, Hiking, Waterfalls Tagged With: Hiking, Hwy 126, McKenzie River, Waterfall

Willamette Pass Ski Resort

March 24, 2010 By AdventureMaster Leave a Comment
40ft. Backside Cliff @ Willamette Pass. Skier: Nate Simmons

Overview: Willamette Pass is a medium sized ski resort located 75 minutes outside of Eugene on Highway 58. Base Elevation: 5,120 ft Summit Elevation: 6,683 ft Number of Runs: Alpine Runs: 29 Trails; 6 Beginner, 13 Intermediate, 10 Advanced Expert Nordic Trails: Up to 20 Km groomed and trackset Number of Lifts: 1 six person detachable, 4 triple chair lifts, 1 Tubing lift, 1 Magic Carpet Lift Capacities: 10,200 skiers per hour Difficulty of Terrain: Beginner: 21 % Intermediate: 45 % Advanced: 34 % Average … [Read more...]

Filed Under: All Adventures, Family, General Recreation, Snow Sports Tagged With: Hiking, Skiing, Snow Sports, Snowboarding, Willamette Pass

Hoodoo Ski Area

March 24, 2010 By AdventureMaster Leave a Comment

Overview: Hoodoo is a medium sized ski resort located 90 minutes outside of Eugene on Highway 20. Base Elevation: 4,668 ft Summit Elevation: 5,703 Number of Runs: 806 skiable acres; 120 acres maintained/groomed; 30 alpine trails Hoodoo has 15.8 kilometres of maintained Nordic trails. Number of Lifts: Hoodoo has 5 ski lifts: Three quads, one triple chair and one double chair and two tow ropes, and one carousel. Difficulty of Terrain: Beginner: 30 % Intermediate: 30% Advanced: 40% Average Snowfall: … [Read more...]

Filed Under: All Adventures, Family, General Recreation, Snow Sports Tagged With: Mt. Hoodoo, Skiing, Snow Sports, Snowboarding, Tubing

Crater Lake National Park – General Information

March 24, 2010 By AdventureMaster Leave a Comment
Photographer: Charles R. Bacon

Overview: Crater Lake National Park is a United States National Park located in southern Oregon, whose primary feature is Crater Lake. This National Park was established on May 22, 1902, and it is the sixth oldest National Park in the U.S. This park encompasses the Crater Lake caldera, which rests in the remains of a destroyed volcano (eventually named Mount Mazama) and the surrounding forestland and hills. This is the only National Park in Oregon. The lake is 1,949 feet (594 m) deep at its deepest point, which makes it the deepest lake … [Read more...]

Filed Under: All Adventures, Camping, Family, General Recreation Tagged With: Camping, Crater Lake, Hiking, National Park, Wizard Island

Silver Falls State Park – Waterfalls, Hiking, Swimming

March 24, 2010 By AdventureMaster Leave a Comment

Overview: Silver Falls State Park is known for it's ten gorgeous waterfalls it's many miles of hiking trails. Located 45 minutes outside Salem on Highway 214. Location: Eugene to Silver Falls - Google Maps Links to External Sites: Silver Falls State Park Main Page Great Park Picture Resource ***More to come*** … [Read more...]

Filed Under: All Adventures, Camping, Family, General Recreation, Hiking, Waterfalls Tagged With: Camping, Hiking, Photography, Silver Falls, State Park, Swimming, Waterfalls
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