Mike was an outstanding guide! He's very personable and knowledgeable about the area's wine…read morehistory. He selected and planned everything about our visit to four wineries in the Corvallis area. This tour was a great way to get the lay of the land (since there's SO much going on in wine country here). We saw several beautiful properties and enjoyed a delicious lunch that he catered (an elaborate cheese fruit and meat board -perfect accompaniments to wine). Most importantly, we drank many tasty wines and didn't have to worry about driving. I highly recommend Higher Cellar for small, private tours or even larger groups.

Mike is awesome! On time with great local coffee, easy going and very professional. Super nice…read moretransportation with extra touches like labels for our wine bottles so we could tell them apart. Hope to do another tour with Mike soon. Highly recommend!

We're newly relocated to the Pacific Northwest and decided to make this holiday about…read moreexperiences--not gifts. With our college kid home for three weeks, we searched for something fun and different and found Santiam Excursions in Lebanon, Oregon. We chose the Brunch Train and had an absolute blast. From the moment we arrived, the staff was genuinely warm and professional (even on the phone when we called with questions). That kind of thoughtful hospitality feels rare these days, and it set the tone immediately. We were seated in a vintage parlor car at an assigned table with sweet holiday décor, a table number, and a quick orientation from the team. There were also a couple of simple activity sheets at the table--an easy, surprisingly fun way to get us talking and laughing together. The 2.5-hour ride was scenic, mellow, and wonderfully unique, with vintage holiday music in the background. The owner even visited every table to check in--an old-school personal touch that made the experience feel extra special. We'll definitely be back to try their other excursions (especially the Portland/Columbia River options). Helpful hints for first-timers (based on our experience) ...GPS may take you to the wrong side of the tracks. We couldn't cross because the train was blocking access, so we had to drive several blocks to cross over and double back. ...No confirmation email with arrival tips. It would be helpful if they emailed GPS/parking guidance, but don't stress--parking is plentiful near the tracks and station. ...The office opens 30 minutes before departure. When doors open, it's a bit of a rush and not very organized. ...Seating seems to vary by group size. Larger groups (especially with kids) may be placed in a charming car with folding tables/chairs. Smaller adult groups seemed more likely to be seated in the quieter parlor-style cars. ...Bar service comes to you first. After you're seated, a staff member offers drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) before dismissing tables to the buffet. My Bloody Mary was great; my daughter loved her holiday mocktail. Beverages are additional to buffet/train ticket price and staff have mobile devices for your bar tabs (and tips) ...The buffet is a walk through multiple cars. Food is simple--eggs, sausage, pancakes, and basics. More "breakfast" than "brunch," but served hot and the catering staff was friendly. ...Explore the train. You can wander through the cars, including an outdoor car (brisk and fabulous). The bar car was crowded and very warm, so we skipped it, but plenty of guests loved it. A lovely final touch: after breakfast was cleared, staff invited everyone for complimentary hot chocolate back in the meal car. If you're looking for a meaningful, memorable way to connect with the people you love--this is worth it. Highly recommended, and we're rooting for their continued success.

My new husband and I really enjoyed the Father's Day BBQ train ride. The food was plentiful and…read moredelicious! The train ride itself wasn't very scenic, but that is beyond the control of the train management. Seating was very limited for the amount of tickets sold. Fortunately, we brought our own folding chairs and just set them up on the train. Otherwise, we would have ended up sitting on very uncomfortable cheap folding chairs in a boxy metal old cattle car with no windows. For something out of the ordinary to do, I would recommend this train ride. Just bring your own folding chairs.

Here to just review the lake. If you're a paddler do not sleep on this lake. Such an amazing lake…read moreto get a little bit of mileage on. I will be back when it's not foggy.

Okay time @ Cheadle Lake Park in Lebanon, OR…read more Even though the path around Cheadle Lake is clean and wide, I would not recommend this area. The path is lined with blackberry bushes, and that equals to massive amounts of vines with thorns. There are also limited areas where dogs could safely sniff around in green space, but doggy bags and trash cans are available. This is, however, a great place for people to fish. We saw 3-4 small groups of people casting their lines to fish. There are also informational plaques throughout the trail about the wildlife, inhabitants, and history. I stopped here one time before, but did not get out of my vehicle to enjoy this area because there were a couple people walking their dogs with no leash and many others just sitting in their cars, which made me feel uneasy.

Beware! Linn Co. Parks is now charging $9 per day to park. There's a $75 annual option, but that's…read morenot available at the park itself.

Visited for one night Oct 2025. Nice park. Loop B closed for the season. Few people here which is a…read moregood thing as spots are closer together than I like. But my biggest issue was the deep rumbling noise at night starting around 3am. Haven't a clue what in the area would make that noise but haven't been able to fall back to sleep. Early Monday crew working?

From Tom Greenwood---An amazing day on the water-- Kevin is outstanding guide I would recommend his…read moreservices to all the anglers I know. We were on the fish as soon as we dropped the down riggers and it was on!!! what a blast!! this guy knows the koks ! I'm looking forward to our next trip. Thanks again Kevin see you soon ---tight lines.

The EE Wilson Wildlife Area is an underrated natural destination outside Monmouth. On the grounds…read moreof the former WWII base Camp Adair, there are plenty of trails. It covers more than 1800 acres, with a memorial garden to those who served, opportunities for fishing and hunting- https://myodfw.com/e-e-wilson-wildlife-area-visitors-guide It's an eerily beautiful place- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n908b0SePeo Be sure to get a parking permit, it's worth the time and money.

All I'm going to say is just have a parking pass and don't leave anything in your vehicle…read more Now the fishing areas there at E.E WWA is good, they've done a lot of work. Now I haven't been there for a while but I can't remember how close the Wheel Chair access but it's a long walk. The archery area is also a nice place to go. Again have a parking pass. Just make a trip to actually see some pretty beautiful area. Make a better, safer parking lot. A lot of elderly go there.

My grandfather just took us all on a trip with these amazing folks. My grandfather had went on this…read moretrip 26 years ago and wanted to take us all now with the same amazing company whose been doing this for 56 years. I could not recommend a better trip. Craig, Joey and Greg were PHENOMENAL guides and made the trip so great. The amazing Tina made all the food we got to enjoy on the trip as well and it was all AMAZING. If you want to go on a guided trip on the wild Rogue River there is NO other place to go than these amazing people. Thank you for one of the best trips of my entire life, it meant the world to my family and I.

I have been fishing with Craig and his guide team for over 20 years. My father, brother and three…read morefamily friends just completed our latest trip to the Deschutes River in Central Oregon and once again had an incredible, 5-star experience. The experience has consistently been 5-star for 4 reasons: 1) the guides really know the river and where to have the best chance to catch rainbow trout (which we nearly always do in sizable numbers; 2) they tailor the fishing experience to each and every fisherman - expert and novice, young and old; 3) they are super professional, fun and very interested in building long-term relationships with their clients; and 4) the food and camp experience is always (I mean always) a huge highlight of the trip. I'm not sure if it's the steak, spinach salad, veggie stir fry, dutch oven biscuits and strawberry shortcake dinner on Day 1 or the pan fried chicken, Caesar salad, spicy corn, dutch oven biscuits and apple pie/ice cream dinner on Day 2 that is the better meal. In reality, they are equal and incredible. We will be going back for more and would confidently recommend Craig and his team if you want to have a great fishing, eating and camping experience on the Deschutes.

Love this place, I would consider it my home field even though I live quite the distance from it…read more There are good people there and the owners are amazing, they truly care about the sport, people, and the experience. Their also humble, and appreciate that they get to do what they love for a living. I can't recommend "The Swamp" enough!!!

Lots of fun I went here for one of my first paintball trips shreck is the owner and he is nice toread more