In recent years Southern Oregon has emerged as a significant force in wine-making, craft beer- and cider brewing industries, garnering national and international attention with the quality of its fine wines, beers, ales and ciders. There are three primary grape-growing regions in the area: the Applegate Valley, Rogue Valley and Illinois Valley appellations. They are home to … [Read more...]
#2 – Southern Oregon Breweries
In Southern Oregon, tours and tasting rooms are not just for wine lovers. Local breweries also provide opportunities for aficionados of certain adult beverages (those with a frothy head) to observe their favorite libations being created, and to sample the final product. Beer and ale, lovingly crafted from natural ingredients, often local and/or organic, are available to be … [Read more...]
#3 – Oregon Coast Trail
Depending on who you ask, the Oregon Coast Trail is either 382 or 425 miles long. The difference depends on what you do when encountering bays, inlets, estuaries and rivers: do you go across, or around? Many creeks and rivers can be crossed only at low tide during the dry season, and require hikers to either take a boat over the water, or hike the long way around the rest of … [Read more...]
#4 – Jet Boat Tours
One of the best ways to experience the Wild and Scenic Rivers of the Wild Rivers Coast is by jet boat. Fun, exciting (but quite comfortable and safe), you’ll experience zipping through the cool water on a toasty summer day with family or friends, and viewing incredible scenery and iconic wildlife. You’re likely to see bear, deer and elk on shore, and eagles, hawks and ospreys … [Read more...]
#5 – RV Camping
RV travel is a great way to roll through scenic Northern California and Oregon. There’s no need to make reservations at hotels; just pull into a campsite at a fraction of the cost, and slip into the back when it’s time for bed. Forget about the bother of hauling your gear into and out of a hotel; it all stays in your self-enclosed home on wheels. Furthermore, a fully equipped … [Read more...]
#7 – Klamath River Rafting
Whitewater rafting is one of the most exhilarating, heart-pounding adventures you can experience. Climb into an inflatable raft guided by an experienced whitewater rafter and head down the river for the ride of a lifetime. As the rapids approach, you can help guide the boat around rocks and through the turbulent water. The Klamath River stretches from Altamont in Klamath County, … [Read more...]