The Oregon Coast is a stellar example of nature's forces joining in inspiring the human heart to open. Majestic fir trees line steep foothills grounding the earth while different versions of moss grip forests floors like a cozy shag carpet. Rough waves churn their way through ornate rock stacks -- proudly standing as a testament to resiliency. Wide open beaches allow space … [Read more...] about 10 Oregon Coast hikes to reclaim the soul
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My favorite things to do in Seaside, Oregon
My family has visited the Oregon Coast since before I can remember, and Seaside, Oregon was one of the favorites -- along with Cannon Beach. The proximity to our home near Portland (about ninety minutes) was convenient for a family drive, but there were also so many different things to do in Seaside, Oregon. In high school and college, my friends and I would pile into our cars … [Read more...] about My favorite things to do in Seaside, Oregon
The best Oregon Coast towns to visit
You'll get as many answers if you ask long-time Pacific Northwest locals about the best Oregon Coast Towns to visit. The scenic 363-mile outline that follows the Pacific Ocean is as varied as the varieties of moss in the coastal forests. Whether you want quiet contemplation or zip-lining, rest assured the options exist. While this article contains my top selections for ten … [Read more...] about The best Oregon Coast towns to visit
My 10 favorite things to do in Brookings, Oregon
Growing up in Oregon, I never made it to the Southern Oregon Coast, which includes Brookings, Oregon, hugging the final stretch of the Oregon Coast Highway. It is an out-of-the-way place unless you're traveling the entire coastline between San Francisco and the Olympic Peninsula, for example. But recently, this changed for me, and I set out on a magical tour of Southern … [Read more...] about My 10 favorite things to do in Brookings, Oregon
How to connect your heart to the Redwoods in Oregon
I've wandered the beautiful Pacific Northwest my entire life, growing in my ability to close out the noise of our modern society. It isn't always easy, with the realities of life screaming from what seems like every direction. Still, I keep going to find the quiet -- forests are a great place to start. Oregon and Washington State are both chock-full of trees, indeed, but … [Read more...] about How to connect your heart to the Redwoods in Oregon
