12 Incredible Trips From Portland That Will Change Your Life

Sometimes a trip is all that is needed to set you on a different course. While a grand vacation is nice, a small, quick getaway can provide you with just the right space and inspiration to take a moment and regroup. These 12 trips are regional, meaning you can do them in a weekend, or in some cases, just as an afternoon trip. To re-energize your mind and body, consider one of these amazing getaways.

1. Take An Epic Train Trip

Train travel is a relaxing way to get around, and an even better way to take a quick trip. Portland is a great jumping off place for a number of fun trips.

Check out our guide to day trips from Portland for more information on where to go.

2. Take a Day Trip to Bagby

Bagby is one of our local treasures, and everyone should enjoy a soak in the secluded hot spring at least once a year.

For more information, check out our

Bagby article here.

3. Enjoy A Day in Wine Country

Just an hour away from town, you can relax in wine country, sipping on a glass of pinot noir and taking in the amazing views. Head down for the day or weekend, and enjoy this close-in escape to its fullest.

Check out this information before you go.

4. Tour the Fall Foliage

Fall foliage is pretty spectacular, even in our evergreen dominant state.

When fall hits, take this fall foliage tour for a special treat of color in your life.

5. Explore Oregon City

Oregon City is less than 30 minutes away from most of Portland and you have to visit.

If you haven't been there in awhile, check out this write-up to see what you have been missing.

6. Commune with Nature in Hood River

Hood River is close, yet seems like a different world entirely.

Smaller and slower-paced than Portland, this active city is just what you need to liven your senses and enjoy a good weekend away.

7. Cross the Terrifying Swinging Bridge at Drift Creek Falls

Adrenaline junkies will love a walk across this swinging bridge near the coast.

Head to Lincoln City for a weekend away and be sure to check out this frightening attraction while you are there.

8. Take a Trip to Bandon to The West Coast Game Park

If you love animals, you are going to want to plan some time to visit this animal park. Also near the coast, you can make a weekend of it and take in the amazing views from the coastal highway.

9. Tour The Epic Columbia Gorge Waterfalls

We are just a hop, skip and jump away from a treasure trove of amazing waterfalls.

Take this waterfall day trip to see one of the Gorge's best features and you will be so happy you did.

10. Take a Road Trip to Enjoy the Scenery

If you like a good drive, you should grab some music and snacks and hit the road on these amazing country drives around our city.

11. Spend the Weekend Glamping

Oregon has some great places to enjoy nature, and our many great yurts and cabins make a weekend away in it easy.

12. Experience Nature at Cape Disappointment

This amazing location is where the Columbia River and the Pacific Ocean converge, and it is a sight to behold. Spend the weekend watching the waves, hiking the area, or playing on the beach to re-energize and get ready for your week ahead. For more information, click here.

Start planning your life-changing trips today! :-)