Soaring Over the Columbia Gorge, Oregon
Can you imagine soaring above scenery like this? The Columbia River Gorge divides the states of Washington and Oregon, and is renowned for its opportunity for spectacular outdoor adventures. This stunning image we’ve chosen as the photo of the week was captured by Corey Rust of Envi Adventures, who takes… Read More
Wildflowers in the Columbia Gorge, Oregon
This long, cold winter has resulted in many of us counting the days to spring, and this scene, captured by Laura O. Foster, author and publisher of Columbia Gorge Getaways, is just a glimpse of what we have to look forward to. Portland-Vancouver residents have easy access to some of… Read More
Frozen Franklin Falls, Snoqualmie Pass, Washington
It’s been a long, chilly winter, and it’s not over yet, but there are some positives to those frigid days and nights, like the sight of frozen Franklin Falls. KOMO News shared this spectacular image on Instagram that was captured by @mangojolie, noting, “What a winter it’s been!” The frozen… Read More
Downtown Boise, Idaho
Boise sometimes feels like one of those underappreciated Northwest cities, shunned by travelers for more well-loved cities such as Seattle or Portland. But, we think that Boise has many charms and it’s a wonderfully scenic town. Take a look of this great view from the Old Depot. Boise has wonderful… Read More
Bridal Veil Falls, Oregon
One of our favorite Northwest moment is enjoying a nice stroll or hike to a waterfall. With several mountain ranges paired with rainy weather, we are lucky to have an abundance of them. Bridal Veil Falls in the Columbia River Gorge is one of our favorites. A drive along the… Read More
Cape Flattery, Washington
Today’s Northwest Moment is by Sam Beebe (Creative Commons License) We just published a new guide, best places to storm watch in the Pacific Northwest, with a round up including not just specific coastal towns but also accommodation recommendations (and a few food tips too) to help plan a stormy… Read More