Islands on MSN

Nestled in Oregon's Cascade Mountains is a tranquil alpine lake with cozy cabins, camping, and kayaking

Oregon is home to over 1,400 named lakes, but this one is hard to beat for its stunning views, outdoor recreation ...

10 Underrated National Parks Perfect for Budget Travelers

White Sands is surreal, a deserted-looking winter wonderland that still feels warm under your feet. The park is inexpensive, ...
Travel2Next

20 Oregon State Parks So Wild They Should Come With a Warning

Home to Crater Lake National Park, outdoor warriors will love choosing from a smorgasbord of 360 state parks in Oregon.
Travel2Next

20 Oregon National Parks You Need to See to Believe

There's no shortage of nature, from massive lakes to a Lewis and Clark trail to national volcanic land, explore the national ...
Park Ranger John on MSN

Complete Guide to Death Valley National Park

Epic Guide to Death Valley National Park in California and Nevada. Everything you need to plan an amazing National Park ...
Quanta Magazine

Mixing Is the Heartbeat of Deep Lakes. At Crater Lake, It’s Slowing Down.

On a radiant July afternoon, a pair of scientists hung their heads off the side of a boat and peered into the brilliant blue water of a lake known for its clarity. They were watching for the exact ...
Redding Record Searchlight

Lassen Volcanic National Park closes highway, still open for winter fun. What to know

Lassen Volcanic National Park announced it closed its main through-road on Wednesday after wet autumn storms dumped heavy snow and ice in the Shasta Cascade mountains east of Redding. But you can ...
KDRV

Tourism slows at Crater Lake as shutdown continues

CRATER LAKE, Ore. -- As the government shutdown stretches into its sixth week, tourism at Crater Lake National Park is taking a hit. While the park remains open, many services are limited. Workers at ...