Kati Explores

Chehalem Ridge Nature Park is a trail runners' dream getaway, just 45 minutes from Portland, but deeply immersed in nature, with amazing views of the Willamette Valley.

Bob & Crystal Rilee Park is a secluded, less-traveled trail network at the top of Parrett Mountain, between Sherwood and Newberg. There are 12 miles of trails waiting for you to explore, through forests, farms, and prairies.

Willamette Mission State Park has 15 miles of paved and dirt trails for you to explore! It's just 20 minutes away from In N Out Burger in Keizer, and a few minutes off I-5. Make it your next road trip stop!

Champoeg State Park is a historic pioneer town just 45 minutes from Portland with campgrounds, disc golf, a museum, and paved paths for biking, running, and walking.

Willapa Falls Trail is a 56-mile rail-trail bike path in Chehalis, Washington

Schreiner Farms is a completely free safari drive-through park in the Columbia River Gorge. You've probably driven past it without realizing there are camels, zebra, buffalo, and more, just off the highway.

Hunt for treasure in Tualatin this February - 500 handblown glass hearts are hidden in the city's nature parks and trails!

One of the lesser known gems in all of Oregon - a remote desert hot springs in the southeastern corner of the state

The three Little Mashel Waterfalls are easily accessed through the University of Washington Pack Forest, just outside Mt Rainier National Park. Combine with Hugo Peak for a great rainy day hike!

Harvest your own wild Christmas tree from the Mt. Hood National Forest! Surprisingly easy and affordable, it's a magical Christmas tradition to start with your family.

Visit Beaverton's only waterfall! The little-known Cedar Mill Falls is surprisingly impressive for being in the middle of the suburbs.

The perfect hike - a gentle grade to a fire lookout through a forest of ponderosa pines and yellow western larches

See the rare Western Larch, just 2.5 hours from Portland! These unique conifers turn golden yellow every fall - check out the Metolius Preserve to see for yourself!

Visit the Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge for your best chance of seeing moose in Washington state

Deep in the woods of Forest Park, you'll find a mysterious sculpture garden on NW Saltzman Road. Keep reading to learn from the artist himself.

One of the most unusual hikes in the Northwest! You'll walk on a decommissioned pipeline by the Hood River.