On the Oregon coast there is a natural hole that seems to be draining the sea.

This spectacular fault escarpment, a popular hang-glider launch point, extends some 30 miles long and towers about 2,500 feet over the valley floors to the west.

Oregon's only closed-basin hypersaline lake, an important stopover for migrating waterfowl, is in danger of drying up completely.

Stay in an old lookout cabin atop Oregon's spectacular Winter Ridge.

A haven for wildlife amid the farmlands and development of the Willamette River Valley.

A small Oregon museum is filled with a robust history.

Now a secluded county park, this site was once a "health tourism" destination for wealthy Oregonians.

Spectacular volcanic cliffs along the Crooked River invite hiking, rock climbing, and photography.

In eastern Oregon, two mineral hot springs sit along the Malheur river.

The original span of a high bridge across the deep Crooked River Gorge has been preserved for pedestrian use.

Atop an active stratovolcano, two lakes separated by a narrow strip of land.

Along the Outback Scenic Byway, adjacent to hot springs, this human-made geothermal feature takes unexplained breaks.

Members of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs still net migrating salmon in the traditional way at this cataract on the Deschutes River.

Rushing water plunges over a 100-foot drop created by an ancient lava flow at this majestic waterfall.

A forensic lab dedicated to fighting crimes against wildlife.

As a show of peace, a Japanese naval pilot gifted his 400-year-old Samurai sword to the Oregon town he bombed.

Post office plaque commemorates local resistance to a cult invasion.

While it is not equipped to peer into outer space this observatory looks like it was built on the moon.

This little slice of the Netherlands in the Pacific Northwest blooms in a rainbow of color each spring.

A vertically floating hemlock controls the waves and weather at Crater Lake.

Where Nor'easters go to die.

Bridges, terraces, and replicas of historic structures all built of rock and petrified wood by one man.

A volcanic fissure over two miles long and up to 70 feet deep.

Despite a legend that says this highest peak in Oregon was climbed in high heels scores of people have died on its slopes.