Kati Explores

Cooper Mountain Nature Park is a small but beautiful trail network near Aloha Oregon, with oak savannahs and coniferous forests. Perfect for a quick hilly trail run!

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.

Miller Woods Conservation Area is a beautiful nature park near McMinnville, Oregon with 5 miles of trails through forest and oak savannah.

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.

A relaxed, one day itinerary in Arches National Park and nearby Moab, Utah.

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

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!