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Sarah Vanbuskirk

Sarah Vanbuskirk is an Oregon-based contributor to Only In Your State who has covered the Beaver State extensively, from Portland's urban parks and crystal-clear mountain lakes to summer road trips and the state's most beloved natural wonders. Her work brings a Pacific Northwest local's perspective to travel storytelling.

Food
Bakeries & Dessert

This Michigan Dairy Bar Has Been Scooping Ice Cream For 80 Years—And I Keep Going Back For More

by Sarah Vanbuskirk
on Sep 18
A quaint ice cream shop with a large ice cream cone mascot, featuring outdoor seating and families enjoying treats.
Food

Indulge In A Delicious, Hearty Homestyle Breakfast At This Popular Oregon Coast Eatery

by Sarah Vanbuskirk
on Aug 26
A small white building with an "OPEN" sign, featuring holiday wreaths and a wooden bench outside.
Food
Bakeries & Dessert

I Found The Best Big Soft Pretzels In Oregon At This German Bakery

by Sarah Vanbuskirk
on Aug 12
Exterior of Fressen Cafe & Bakery, featuring a sign and windows on a light-colored building.
Food

The Delicious Aroma Outside Led Me To This Fabulous New Neapoloitan Pizzaria In Oregon

by Sarah Vanbuskirk
on Aug 9
A cozy blue house at night, illuminated with warm lights, featuring a wooden deck and a bicycle parked outside.
Trips & Routes
Travel Preparation & Advice

9 Things That Belong On Everyone’s Oregon Summer Bucket List

by Sarah Vanbuskirk
on Aug 7
A serene beach scene with gentle waves, a forested hillside, and clear blue skies in the background.
Food

I’m Obsessed With The Addictive BBQ Pork-Covered Fries At This Scrumptious Asian Eatery In Oregon

by Sarah Vanbuskirk
on Aug 2
Sign for "Dya's" featuring a portrait of a woman, set against a clear sky and trees in the background.
Stays
Hotels & Resorts

Fall In Love With The Columbia River At This Riverfront Resort In Oregon

by Sarah Vanbuskirk
on Jul 31
Aerial view of a lakeside resort with cabins and a main building surrounded by trees and clear blue water.
Nature
Parks & Gardens

We Visited A New Accessible Park In Oregon And It’s Filled With Outdoor Fun

by Sarah Vanbuskirk
on Jul 29
A paved path leads through a park with trees and greenery under a blue sky, featuring a sign for "Lions Park."
Food

We Wandered Off-The-Beaten-Path And Discovered This Adorable Eatery In Oregon

by Sarah Vanbuskirk
on Jul 25
A storefront featuring "Flattop" and "Sprout Pediatric Dentistry" with outdoor seating and colorful umbrellas.
Nature
Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

The 56-Mile Lazy River in Oregon Where You’ll Find Us All Summer Long

Float, swim, and soak up the sunshine along Oregon’s scenic Sandy River near Troutdale — a 56-mile natural playground with endless summer adventure.

by Sarah Vanbuskirk
on May 14
A bridge crosses over the Sandy River on a spring day near Troutdale, Oregon.