Oregon’s 4,819 lakes are largely in good ecological condition, especially when compared with those elsewhere in the nation, a new report from the state Department of Environmental Quality concludes.

If you're planning to take a trip to Oregon's Crater Lake, you can look forward to beautiful views, a rich history, and ...

Oregon is one of the first states that comes to mind when people picture "amazing American destinations for outdoor recreation." With its stupendous Cascade Mountains and breathtaking Pacific ...

PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Two remarkably clear and internationally known bodies of water in Oregon – Crater Lake and Waldo Lake – now have additional state protections, after action taken Thursday by ...

If you’ve ever been frustrated by the number of anglers at your local fishing hole, there’s good news: Oregon is home to hundreds of backcountry lakes stocked with trout just waiting to be caught. All ...

PAULINA PEAK — Crater Lake is the Cinderella of Oregon Lakes, but her step-sisters aren’t exactly ugly. In fact, Newberry Crater’s Paulina and East lakes might be more appealing to active outdoor ...

Lane County officials urge water safety as summer temperatures rise, citing risks like log jams and low-head dams. Hazards such as strainers (water obstructions) and strong currents pose dangers to ...

New permits will be required to paddle boats while fishing, hunting and visiting state parks will be more expensive in 2026.

I don’t panic at the sight of snakes, but I definitely squirm on the inside. There’s something creepy about them. The coiling, the tongue flicking, the vertical slits they call pupils. … It’s all just ...

Another Oregon state park has closed as storms continue to batter the Pacific Northwest. Following a raft of closures ...