Rising majestically from the crashing surf of the Pacific Ocean about 6 miles south of Port Orford, Humbug Mountain is a massive headland visible from miles away, both to the north and the south. Heavily forested (much of it old growth) and offering a variety of scenic hiking trails, it is the centerpiece of Humbug Mountain State Park and the tallest mountain directly on the … [Read more...]
#54 – The Chateau at the Oregon Caves
Visiting the Chateau at the Oregon Caves is like traveling back to the 1930s. It’s also an opportunity to experience an architectural masterpiece in a setting of natural splendor. Built entirely from local materials by local workmen, the rustic six-story structure spans a gorge in a marble canyon. Part of the same stream that runs through the caves flows through a replicated s … [Read more...]
#53 – Oregon Caves National Monument
On the surface the Oregon Caves National Monument may appear to be much like other outdoor areas in Southern Oregon, but it’s not just the delightful trails meandering throughout beautiful forests that are amazing about this area. Below the earth’s surface lies a vast system of caverns and caves, and the park itself offers many family-focused opportunities. These beautiful ma … [Read more...]