Many of Oregon’s once peaceful, secluded places to get away have been ruined by their spike in popularity. This might sound dramatic, but hidden wonders are—at the very least—harder to…
Science, sweets and sequels
Where tourists flock, locals avoid—but dismissing a spot because it’s “tourist-y” is not the Portland way. Here are a few popular tourist-y spots that are worth the visit even if…
Hot spots for the PSU vegan
It’s no secret that campus dining leaves vegans in the dust. With limited options in Smith Memorial Student Union, where in Portland is a vegan student to go? Thankfully, within…
Portland’s Best Food Carts
Portland has become known for its food cart scene. With such a saturated market, which are most worth your time? Portland has a formidable selection of food carts. Not only…
Best views in the city
The City of Roses is home to some beautiful views, and you don’t need to leave the city to find a great lookout either. Portland Aerial Tram For an…
Top 10 Most Instagrammable Murals in Portland
Thanks to Portland’s eccentric art community, gorgeous murals have popped up all over the city. The colors, unique depictions and artistry, make these spots some of the most instagrammable. …
A clean Portland
Organizations are forming or revising their agenda to cater more to the environment, and environmental preservation policies and general beautification efforts are in place to clean up the city. Some…
Chilling Chases
There’s no doubt about it—the nature surrounding the somewhat “big city” atmosphere of Portland is gorgeous. With all the trees, rivers, waterfalls and coastline, Oregon offers much opportunity to engage…
Northwest Swimming holes
There are no shortages of hiking trails in the Pacific Northwest, and that goes for swimming holes. With shuttles now available through the Columbia Gorge Express, it’s never been easier…
The Columbia Gorge guide
A significant portion of the Multnomah-Wahkeena loop trail in the Columbia River Gorge would be closed indefinitely due to a rockslide and trail instability as a result of the Eagle…
Parks accessible by public transit
Getting outside and exploring nature can be good for your mental and physical health, especially with summer around the corner. The Portland metro area has nearly 150 parks, and a…