Places to Go

: Newberry Crater by Steve Heinrichs / COVA

Places to Go

Ready to hit the road? In Oregon it’s about the journey as much as the destination.

And the destinations are pretty great here. Go ahead, take a look around.

Cities

Gravel Riding Around Oregon’s Painted Hills

I pedal my gravel bike up to the shaded overlook at the Painted Hills Unit, a particularly beautiful part of the John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. I’m halfway through the day’s gravel ride on... More

Allison Miles
Cowboy-Chic Dining in Central Oregon

Dining in Central Oregon means rugged mountain views, the warmth of a nearby fire pit, and hearty dishes crafted with local ingredients from nearby farms and ranches. Some restaurants take the spirit of the Old... More

Emily Teel
Oregon’s World-Class Murals

Oregonians love to spend time outdoors, so it makes sense that some of our finest works of art can be found outside for all to view, day or night. In many cities across the state,... More

Margot Bigg