There are plenty of trails in Oregon that lead to waterfalls, hot springs, rivers and lakeside views, but few trails have it all. The McKenzie River Trail, a 26.4-mile hiking trail in Oregon’s central ...

The most common way to hike to popular Blue Pool on the McKenzie River Trail will be closed on weekdays from July 16 to July 30 for a habitat restoration project. The Blue Pool-Tamolitch Falls ...

It’s nice to know that first-come, first-served campsites are still attainable, even in the most beautiful locations of Oregon. After coming up empty at popular Clear Lake, I found a prime spot just a ...

Soak up the sun and warm weather Saturday, as it may be the last for at least a week. Overcast, 50-degree days could take us into the second half of May. My forecast predicts a high of 73 degrees on ...

If you’ve ever fantasized about finding one magical spot in Oregon that delivers several incredible outdoor experiences, the McKenzie River Trail might be your dream come true. On this episode of the ...

Of all the hikes I've taken this summer and last, my favorite has been the McKenzie River Trail. The 26-mile trail stretches from the McKenzie Bridge area to just north of Clear Lake. It includes a ...

Few places in Oregon capture the beauty of fall like the McKenzie River Trail. This 26-mile trail along the McKenzie River is famous for its beautiful landscapes, blue water pools, and dazzling fall ...

The staff at the University Outdoor Program is concerned about plans to log old-growth forests near the McKenzie River and McKenzie River Trail. Every year, we host dozens of trips to the McKenzie ...

MCKENZIE BRIDGE, Ore. — The McKenzie River has always filled me with a certain mystical wonder about its hidden beauty. Perhaps that is because most of the times I see the river I am trying to sneak a ...

From roaring waterfalls to vast forests to small mountains in the middle of a city, there's plenty to see if you want to take a hike in Lane County or just over the county line. We asked ...