Moon Oregon

Stunning coastline, quirky towns, and a breath-taking array of natural wonders: Experience the best of the Beaver State with Moon Oregon. Inside you’ll find:

- Flexible itineraries, whether you’re visiting the Oregon Coast, checking out the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood, or road-tripping the whole state

- Strategic advice for outdoors-lovers, foodies, culture and history buffs, and more

- Can’t-miss experiences and unique activities: Sample clam chowder in quaint seaside towns on a coastal road trip or get to know Portland’s renowned craft beer scene. Catch a performance at the Shakespeare Festival in Ashland, shop for organic produce at a local farmers market, or sip your way through Oregon’s best wineries

- Outdoor adventures: Hike to rushing waterfalls, soak in hidden hot springs, and spot wild mustangs, grey whales, or eagles. Trek to unbeatable views of Crater Lake (the deepest lake in America!), cycle along the Willamette River, or ski the fresh powder on Mount Hood

- Expert insight from Oregon local Matt Wastradowski on when to go, how to get around, and where to stay

- Full-colour photos and detailed maps throughout

- Thorough background information on the culture, landscape, climate, and wildlife, plus handy recommendations for international visitors, families with kids, travellers of colour, women travellers, and more

- Focused coverage of Portland, Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood, the Willamette Valley, the Oregon Coast, Crater Lake and Southern Oregon, Bend and Central Oregon, and Eastern Oregon

With Moon’s expert tips and local know-how, you can experience the best of Oregon.

Sticking to one spot? Try Moon Coastal Oregon or Moon Columbia River Gorge & Mount Hood. Looking for outdoor adventure? Check out Moon Oregon Hiking.

About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell-and they can’t wait to share their favourite places with you.

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Author Biography

Matt Wastradowski is an Oregon-based travel writer who loves writing about the great outdoors, the Pacific Northwest’s craft beer and cider scene, and regional history for the likes of Willamette Week, Northwest Travel & Life, and Portland Monthly. In between stories, he enjoys sipping Oregon-made beers on brewpub patios, perusing the stacks at independent bookstores, sampling farm-fresh fare, and hiking through the state’s stunning landscapes. Matt has written three Oregon-based guidebooks about hiking, outdoor attractions, and more for Moon Travel Guides.