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Hood River Pipeline Trail
One of the most unusual hikes in the Northwest! You'll walk on a decommissioned pipeline by the Hood River.
Kati Cooke
Mar 18, 20256 min read


Bagby Hot Springs
Bagby Hot Springs is open after a 4 year closure! Enjoy soaking in a rustic whiskey barrel tub in a log cabin, under 2 hours from Portland!
Kati Cooke
Mar 6, 20257 min read


Trail Running in Oregon's Wine Country
Running AND wine, in Oregon's beautiful Willamette Valley? Sounds like a perfect day. Read up on these four parks and hit the trail!
Kati Cooke
Feb 26, 20257 min read


Lewis & Clark National Historic Park
Oregon's "other" National Park that you've probably never heard of - log cabin forts, WWII bunkers, hiking trails, and more!
Kati Cooke
Feb 14, 20257 min read


A Weekend in Westfir, Oregon
Westfir, Oregon is a tiny town south of Eugene with lots to explore - fishing, lakes, hot springs, biking trails, covered bridges, and elk!
Kati Cooke
Feb 11, 20256 min read


Surviving Portland Winter - Without Skiing
If you don't ski, you can still enjoy winter in Portland. Here's your guide to snow-free hiking, snowshoeing, snow safety, and xc skiing.
Kati Cooke
Feb 10, 20251 min read


An Expert's Guide to Forest Park
A guide to exploring Portland's Forest Park - over 80 miles of forested hiking, running, and biking trails all within Portland city limits.
Kati Cooke
Feb 9, 20251 min read


A Local's Guide to Portland's Best Nature Parks
A guide to my favorite urban and suburban parks around Portland, Oregon.
Kati Cooke
Feb 9, 20251 min read


The Ultimate Guide to Vernonia, Oregon
A guide to the quaint logging town of Vernonia, Oregon.
Kati Cooke
Feb 7, 20251 min read


Welcome fellow explorers!
Hi friends! Here's a little bit about me and why I created this blog.
Kati Cooke
Feb 7, 20252 min read
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