Hiking
Hiking - Mt. Hood, Oregon - Travel Oregon
Hiking is the best way to explore the outdoors of Oregon and experience the immense diversity of the state. Trails will take you to cliffs high over the sea on the rugged coast, to volcanic peaks, to alpine forests, to high desert sagebrush plains, to hidden ponds and spectacular waterfalls. You can follow the trails of the early settlers, stroll on long sandy beaches or hike in-between the vineyards and orchards in wine country. Oregon has over 230 state parks that offer a superb infrastructure from well-marked trails to modern campgrounds. You may also want to combine your hike with two other experiences that are very popular in Oregon: fishing and bird watching. The many rivers and lakes in Oregon are great locations for both activities.