Things To Do
Hikes
Multnomah Falls-iconic Oregon spot for hiking and views, about two miles paved uphill, kid and dog friendly. Punch bowl Falls-4 miles, 80 foot water fall Angels Rest-5 miles, GORGEOUS views Silver Falls-located just east of Salem. 5 mile loop with 7 waterfalls along the way. Kid friendly (not much elevation) Saddle Mountain-located in the way to the coast. 4.5 miles with views of coastal range, major mountains, and Pacific Ocean. Not super kid friendly
Four T's Urban hike through Portland
Starting at the Oregon Zoo and going on a trail (1 mile hike), tram, trolley, and train to complete a full loop. We like to make it 5T and stop at the food trucks along the way!
Beaches
Cannon beach-classic with rocks featured in our save the date's, the OG Mo's seafood (now at other beaches) and great tide pools Seaside-cute small town vibes, 20 mins from cannon beach Tillamook-fun tide pools, beach isn’t great, but you can go through the factory and eat lots of good cheese and ice cream! About 30 mins from cannon beach Cape Kiwanda-a personal favorite! Huge sand dunes, fun for any age to climb up and run down. You can drive and park on this beach.
Activities
West Linn Summer Street Market-every Wednesday, this is where we went on our first date! OMSI-interactive science museum with super fun exhibits and kid-focused Pittock Mansion-interesting historical site downtown and maybe a bit haunted;) Powell City of Books-get lost in this massive bookstore a must do!
Eats
Voodoo donuts-fun and unique Salt and straw-unique ice cream flavors Waffle window-the best waffles ordered from a walk up window downtown Burgerville-cleanest grass-fed burgers for fast food and amazing shakes Cafe yumm-fast food, higher quality. Vegan options