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Marion Lake

Post Author:Rebecca
Post published:February 15, 2018
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Marion Lake is an easy dayhike on the west side of Mt Jefferson. The trail climbs gently through Willamette National Forest and crosses into Mt Jefferson Wilderness. Along the way,…

Otter Bench

Post Author:Rebecca
Post published:February 1, 2018
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This easy and enjoyable hike along the Crooked River is a great option for cool weather hiking in low snow years in Central Oregon. Otter Bench is a narrow plateau…

Tumalo Canal and Scout Cove: Two Central Oregon Hikes for When You’re Waiting for Snow

Post Author:Rebecca
Post published:December 23, 2017
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Last year at this time I had already practically worn out my skis, but La Nina has yet to show her face this winter in Central Oregon. However, one of…

Tamolitch Blue Pool

Post Author:Rebecca
Post published:December 8, 2017
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The McKenzie River begins at the outflow of Clear Lake but soon disappears underground as it passes through a lava flow. The water later re-emerges from the volcanic rock at…

Oregon Badlands

Oregon Badlands Rock Pile Loop

Post Author:Rebecca
Post published:November 17, 2017
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The Oregon Badlands is a BLM Wilderness area designated by President Obama in 2009. About 30 minutes east of Bend, it offers hiking in the often harsh desert environment, along…

Taylor Butte and the Lower Crooked River

Post Author:Rebecca
Post published:May 18, 2017
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A short drive to the east of Bend is the Lower Crooked Wild and Scenic River, and this past weekend I thought it would be an interesting place to seek…

In Search of Wildflowers in Columbia River Gorge

Post Author:Rebecca
Post published:April 30, 2017
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One of my favorite spring outdoor activities is wildflower hunting. During my time in California I would go to Carrizo Plain, or Henry Coe, or one of many Bay Area…

Hood River Mountain

Post Author:Rebecca
Post published:April 30, 2017
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The short and easy hike to the summit of Hood River Mountain is an excellent place for wildflower viewing in the spring. Easily accessible from Hood River, this is a…

Ochoco National Forest: Steins Pillar

Post Author:Rebecca
Post published:April 30, 2017
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Steins Pillar is a rocky outcropping in the Mill Creek area of Ochoco National Forest. Similar to the rock formations of Smith Rock, this is a less crowded place to…