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Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Everyone Always Goes to Cannon Beach in Oregon: Go Here Instead

Everyone flocks to Cannon Beach, but this hidden beach in Oregon offers fewer crowds and stunning views. Here’s why it’s worth the switch.

by Charlie Boyle
on Jul 9
It's a sunny day at Short Sand Beach in Oregon. A long stretch of sand is seen with waves slowly rushing up towards it, and a mountain with trees sits in the background.
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The Remote Driftwood Graveyard at Cape Blanco Might Be Oregon’s Most Haunting Beach Walk

by Deborah Dennis
on Jun 12
Cape Blanco Beach and its mysterious driftwood forest in the morning fog
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Best State Park Beaches in Oregon to Visit to Close out Summer

by Courtnie Erickson
on May 14
a lighthouse seen in the distance from the sand at beverly beach state park in oregon
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The Oregon Coast City Where Local Glassblowers Hide Collectibles on the Beach for You To Keep

by Charlie Boyle
on Jul 3
A river with lots of rocks cuts through a beach before it reaches the ocean.
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The Oregon Coast Town That Rivals Cannon Beach Without the Crowds

by Courtnie Erickson
on Jul 3
A panoramic view of a scenic coastal landscape featuring rugged rock formations, sandy beaches, and ocean waves in Bandon, OR.

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The Best Tide Pools on the Oregon Coast

by Only In Your State Staff
on Nov 15
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Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Explore One of Oregon’s Deepest, Clearest Lakes in Willamette National Forest

This crystal-clear lake is not only breathtakingly beautiful but it also holds the title of one of the clearest and most pristine lakes in the state.

by Megan McDonald
on Oct 8
A serene lake surrounded by lush green trees under a clear blue sky, with vibrant turquoise water reflecting the landscape.
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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 Jun 17
A bridge crosses over the Sandy River on a spring day near Troutdale, Oregon.
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Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

It’s An Epic Rafting Adventure Through Gorgeous Wilderness In Oregon

by Sarah Vanbuskirk
on May 20
A group of people in a blue raft paddles down a river surrounded by rocky cliffs and green vegetation under a cloudy sky.
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Beaches, Lakes & Rivers

Take An Enchanting Canoe Tour Oregon’s Pristine Cascade Lakes By Starlight Or Moonlight

by Sarah Vanbuskirk
on Mar 15
A serene lake at sunset with kayakers in red boats and mountains in the background, surrounded by lush greenery.