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Oregon is packed with beautiful trails
If you’ve lived in Oregon for years but haven’t explored these trails yet, you’re missing out on the kinds of experiences that make this state special. Now’s the time to check them off your list.
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Trail of Ten Falls
If you haven’t been to the Trail of Ten Falls yet, it’s time. This loop puts you right behind several massive waterfalls, like South Falls, where you can hear the roar echo off the rocks.
In late spring, the trails are framed by blooming trilliums, and in fall, the leaves turn golden. The park was a Civilian Conservation Corps project in the 1930s, and you’ll still spot their handiwork in the old stone bridges.
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Painted Hills Trail
You’ve seen pictures of the Painted Hills, but standing there is something else. The vibrant reds, yellows, and golds shift with the sunlight, especially around 5 p.m. in summer. The soil is delicate, so stick to the trail…