From Astoria to Cannon Beach and beyond, our favorite family travel destinations in Oregon.
Bonneville Fish Hatchery is the kind of place you might overlook when you’re browsing around for things to do in the Columbia River Gorge. I mean, it’s up against waterfalls and spectacular scenery and water sports and a lot of … Continued
Multnomah Falls is one of Oregon’s iconic places to see – and it’s totally worth the stop. At a whopping 611 feet tall, it’s one of the tallest falls you’ll ever see, but the best part is that you don’t … Continued
The Columbia River Gorge is one of the most attractive landscapes you’ll ever see (indeed, it’s a National Scenic Area for a reason). The Columbia River meanders its way through the Cascade mountain range and creates a dramatic backdrop along … Continued
The North Oregon Coast is a pretty sweet Northwest destination. It’s got it all – wide-open beaches, beach towns worth visiting, good food and lots of adventures to be had. Where the Washington Coast tends to be quieter and offer … Continued
Astoria, Oregon, is a quaint town in the northwestern-most corner of Oregon – a town close to the coast, but with a vibe all its own. I’ve generally added Astoria into the mix as a stop before and/or after my … Continued
Cannon Beach comes in a close second for me after Seaside, but I’ve known many people who prefer Cannon Beach. Where Seaside is filled with carnival fun and a family feel, Cannon Beach is a little more reserved, a little … Continued
Just an hour south of the Cannon Beach and Seaside area is Tillamook Cheese Factory—a veritable paradise filled with dairy goodness. If you’ve been before, but not again after 2018, you’re in for a treat as a recent remodel seriously … Continued
Seaside, Oregon, is hands down my favorite town on the Northern Oregon Coast. I loved it before I had a kid, and I love it equally as much with a kid. Why? Because Seaside has a little bit of everything, … Continued