Multnomah Falls Lodge with Multnomah Falls in the background in the Columbia River Gorge (photo by Cheryl Landes) After a long closure due to COVID-19, the Multnomah Falls Lodge in the Columbia River Gorge has reopened again. The restaurant, espresso stand, snack bar, and gift shop are now open. Full-service, sit-down dining is available in … Continue reading Multnomah Falls Lodge has reopened
The red rocks of Sedona, Arizona (photo credit: Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau) Got cabin fever? If you can't go anywhere, here's a remedy: Enjoy Sedona, Arizona's natural beauty no matter where you are. The Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau has a webpage with four webcams to choose from. Or you … Continue reading Enjoy beautiful views of Sedona, Arizona, from anywhere
Piper's Creek at Carkeek Park in Seattle Photos by Cheryl Landes From November through January, the salmon return to Carkeek Park in northwest Seattle after a long journey at sea. The journey marks the end of their life cycle and the start of a new one as they lay eggs in the creek. By the … Continue reading Armchair photo tours: Salmon spawning season at Carkeek Park in Seattle
Multnomah Falls in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area in Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) New Year's Day 2021 brings new life to three trails in the Columbia River Gorge that suffered damage from the Eagle Creek fire in 2017. After extensive repairs, they're open to hiking again. The entire Eagle Creek Trail, which … Continue reading Three Columbia River Gorge trails reopen after repairs from the Eagle Creek fire
An ocean view from Cape Disappointment State Park in Ilwaco, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) Entry fees to all open Washington State Parks are free on Veterans Day, November 11, and the day after Thanksgiving, November 27. These are the last two days in 2020 when Washington State Parks will have free admission days. For … Continue reading Visit any open Washington State Park for free two days in November
Mount Hood in the Oregon Cascades (photo by Cheryl Landes) For many (me included), yoga is a relaxing way to exercise and unwind after a busy day. Add a view, and it's magical. Each Thursday in August from 5 until 6 p.m., you can enjoy a beautiful view of Mount Hood during yoga classes at … Continue reading Yoga with a View at Timberline Lodge & Ski Area in August
Multnomah Falls in Oregon's Columbia River Gorge Photos by Cheryl Landes Effective today, Multnomah Falls and Multnomah Falls Lodge in the Columbia River Gorge reopen with restrictions to prevent the spread of COVID-19. For the first phase, which is expected to last two weeks, the site will be open to 300 visitors at a time. … Continue reading Multnomah Falls, Multnomah Falls Lodge, and historic Columbia River Highway reopen today
An aerial view of Mount St. Helens during one of my flights from Seattle to Portland in 2018 Photos by Cheryl Landes, except as noted Today is the 40th anniversary of the eruption of Mount St. Helens. On the day the mountain erupted, I was approaching the end of my freshman year at Eastern Oregon … Continue reading Armchair photo tours: Mount St. Helens
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