We’ve only been to Cannon Beach Oregon once. I think about it more than anywhere we’ve been in the last few years — more than places we’ve returned to multiple times, more than trips that required more planning and more money. There’s something about a place that gets you exactly once, in exactly the right … Read more
If you love cheese, ice cream, and road trip-worthy food experiences, the Tillamook Cheese Factory in Tillamook, Oregon, belongs on your itinerary. Nestled between rolling farmland and the rugged coastline, this stop isn’t just about grabbing a bite—it’s an immersive cheese lover’s dream. At Tillamook, you can peek behind the curtain of one of the … Read more
Tucked between the more well-known coastal towns of Cannon Beach and Tillamook, Rockaway Beach, Oregon, offers a quieter, more laid-back escape along the Pacific. With its seven miles of sandy shoreline, stunning ocean views, and unexpected hidden gems, it’s the perfect place to slow down, breathe in the salty air, and reconnect with nature. For … Read more
A Handcrafted Adventure Along Oregon’s Coast Tucked away in the heart of Samuel H. Boardman State Park, Whaleshead Beach is one of those hidden gems that feels like it was made just for us. Tom and I stumbled upon it during our coastal adventures, and from the moment we stepped onto its soft, sandy shore, … Read more
Thor’s Well was one of those Oregon Coast stops I’d seen in photos long before we actually went. And it’s much easier to understand once you’re standing there. It’s not a giant hole in the ocean, even though photographs can make it look that way. Water rushes into an opening in the volcanic rock and … Read more