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7 Hidden Gems Near Bend That You Didn’t Know Existed

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Portland may get all of the fame in Oregon but Bend has a lot to offer too. For one it’s in a remote location by the Deschutes National Forest and foothills of the Cascades, with opportunities to head outdoors every season. And then there’s all of the local restaurants. Bend has a thriving food, beer and wine scene with cafes, breweries and mom & pop establishments around every corner. These are just seven of the lesser-known spots that are worth checking out next time you’re in the area. 1. Tumalo Falls Tumalo Falls isn’t as famous as Multnomah but it…

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8 Hidden Gems You Need To Experience In Eugene, Oregon

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Eugene may not be as big as Portland, but this college town does not lack in terms of excitement. The city’s set in a perfect location, on the south end of the Willamette Valley in the heart of Oregon’s beautiful wine country. They’re proudly home to the U of O, some great microbreweries, wineries and a range of amazing food options. Next time you’re in the area, these are just eight of the local gems you won’t want to miss. 1. Willamette River Bike Trail Paved and flat, this route is great for hiking or biking along both sides of…

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8 Hidden Gems You Need To Experience Near Santa Cruz, California

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There’s always something to do around Santa Cruz. This California beach town has everything from an oceanside amusement park to the historic Santa Cruz Wharf. But as amazing as they are, sometimes it can be nice to venture from the crowds and check out the equally wonderful hidden gems in the area – like these eight underrated spots. 1. Shark Fin Cove, Davenport Shark Fin Cove has amazing views and photo opportunities, just off the Pacific Coast Highway south of Davenport. The cove features a small beach area that’s perfect for afternoon picnics and a huge rock off-shore that looks…

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8 Hidden Gems You Can Only Find In Washington’s North Cascades

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Mount Rainier may be the more popular national park in Washington, but just north lies a vastly underrated expanse of rugged natural beauty. North Cascades National Park – which stretches all the way north to Canada – is just over 100 miles from Seattle, but somehow it still ranks as one of the least-visited national parks in the whole United States. This may be due to the fact that the park only has one main road to access it: the North Cascades Highway (also known as Highway 20), which closes in the wintertime because of snow and avalanches. But with…

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