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The 111-Year-Old Shipwreck You Can Still See On Oregon’s Coast

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October 25th, 1906 had a dark, cold and windy night. Sailing vessel Peter Iredale was Portland-bound, traveling from Salina Cruz, Mexico to pick up a cargo of wheat for the UK. The voyage had kicked off September 26, and despite passing through heavy fog along the way, reached the mouth of the Columbia River about a month later. But on the night/early morning of October 25, around 3am, Captain H. Lawrence reported seeing the Tillamook Lighthouse ahead. The crew members tried to alter their course and steer the ship away from the shore, but strong winds coming from the west…

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6 Places You Didn’t Know Were Hiding In The Gifford Pinchot National Forest

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The Gifford Pinchot National Forest holds so many hidden gems in southwestern Washington. Stretching between Mount Rainier National Park and the Columbia River at the Oregon border, this forest encompasses over a million acres of woods, waterfalls, lakes, rivers and mountains – including the 2nd highest peak in our state (behind Rainier), Mount Adams, and the infamous Mount St. Helens. These are just six of the many remote treasures you can find hiding amid this lush, beautiful forest. 1. Ape Caves Even if you’re not a spelunker or experienced hiker, you will love venturing through Ape Caves. These lava tubes…

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These 8 Beautiful Waterfall Hikes In Washington Are 3 Miles Or Less

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You don’t need to hike far to see beautiful waterfalls in Washington. We have lovely cascades around every corner and many of them can be reached by a short hike that goes for three miles or less round-trip. Some aren’t even really a hike at all, rather just a short nature walk in the great outdoors. Try taking on some of these easy trails across the state if you (or something you’re with) is new to hiking, or you just don’t feel like going on a long and strenuous venture. 1. Franklin Falls Total length: 2 miles, round-trip Ahh, Franklin…

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8 Scenic Hikes You Need To Take In Eastern Washington

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Eastern and Western Washington are almost like two different worlds. Not only is there a big difference in culture, but the landscapes on each side of the Cascades have just as much contrast. Western Washington is better known for Seattle, the Olympic Peninsula and the Pacific coastline, but Eastern Washington has its own share of diverse hiking opportunities through canyons and along beautiful lakes & rivers. These eight hikes of various lengths are some of the most scenic adventures you can take on the eastern side of the mountains. 1. Umtanum Creek Canyon Umtanum Creek Canyon makes for a pleasant,…

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The 5 Best Hikes In Oregon For Beautiful Views Of Mount Hood

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In northern Oregon, Mount Hood looms 11,250-feet high overhead as one of the most iconic natural wonders of the Pacific Northwest. It’s surrounded by the lush Mount Hood National Forest, with miles of trails for both new and experienced hikers. You don’t even need to go hiking for views of this peak – just driving the Mount Hood Scenic Byway will take you past the massive volcano up-close. But if you do love a good adventure (especially ones that lead out to a pristine lake), try taking on some of these trails for the mountain’s most picture perfect viewpoints. 1.…

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