Oregon State University is everything UC Davis pretends to be but fails at. At OSU, the focus is on actual education, innovation, and building skills that employers value. Professors are approachable, research is meaningful and accessible, and the environment is collaborative without being fake. The culture here supports thinkers, builders, and doers — not just social climbers and box-checkers. There’s space for individuality and excellence, and they don’t punish you for not conforming to some unspoken political script like they do at UC Davis. Let’s be real: UC Davis is all branding, no substance. The tuition is inflated, the bureaucracy is thick, and you’ll spend more time figuring out how to “navigate the system” than you will actually learning. Unless you're in a niche STEM field with a connected advisor, the school does little to support your long-term career — and even then, you’re often stuck in oversaturated programs with limited mentorship. Worse, the whole place thrives on fake niceness — surface-level harmony where everyone smiles while undermining each other behind the scenes. Smart, independent students often get sidelined, while the loudest or most conformist get promoted. It’s exhausting and disheartening. And the ROI? A joke. People graduate from UC Davis buried in debt, underprepared for real-world work, and with no professional network unless they already had one going in. OSU, on the other hand, gives you better value, better access, and a better launchpad — with none of the UC attitude. If you want real education, go to Oregon State. If you want stress, debt, and disappointment wrapped in a leafy campus and a shiny brochure, UC Davis is waiting.

This place is so lively and happening, it will change your mood instantly. All sorts of fresh foods are available here, from jams to meat! The whole atmosphere is so organic and authentic, feels like a carnival! The live performers are the cherry on top.

I love this refuge!! There are so many great trail options & you will almost always see some wildlife when you come through. There are bathrooms but very limited in the park, not all trailheads will have one so keep it in mind. All trails are pretty easy, none crazy challenging.

We hiked to the peak! From the parking lot, it was 6.23 miles round trip. It took my husband and I about 2 hours and 20 minutes, with several picture stops. What I love about this place is that you can make various different trips and always seem to find a new trail to try out! The trails are very clean, as in, I have not once found any trash! Kudos to our community as well as, I'm sure, a trail maintenance team! The ability to park at various starting points is also very nice. The lake is always a fun hike for a shorter trek, especially with children, because you can see the frogs if you're lucky! Another fun point by the lake is the OSU wood crew and the various signs you can read about what they're working on. This is a great place to go if you're looking for a short or a long hike!

An absolutely stunning hike with breathtaking views at every turn. The trail is bathed in sunlight, offering the perfect balance of warmth and shade from the beautiful trees that line the path. The mountain views are truly spectacular, making this a must-see for nature lovers. It's also an excellent trail for biking, with smooth, scenic routes that take you through some of the best landscapes. Highly recommend for anyone looking to enjoy a peaceful day outdoors!

Great place for a hike! Wide logging roads masks for easy social distancing. Bring your mask and leash your dogs when passing others. Most everyone is considerate, and we would love to keep it that way!

Beautiful variety of roses. Go near the street to view the bulletin board that has all the names of the roses. (But not in order by location). Better than that is a QR Code to download an interactive map site, naming each rose. (Free. No ticket needed)

Loved our visit here!! We run a bar & pool hall in Boise that serves 2 Towns ciders and were very excited to try some of the things we have a harder time getting back home. Jessie & Tim were both excellent, giving us a small tour and helping us decide what to try. Everything we had was so tasty and it truly was the highlight of our trip.

Last summer my family and I did a seven-week road trip all over the West. It's funny, but we always talk about how much we loved Siuslaw; it is nothing short of spectacular. In a trip dominated by national parks with huge land marks, Siuslaw has no single attraction (like a Half Dome, Jenny Lake, Hurricane Ridge, etc). The overall splendor of the place is so lovely though. Cape Perpetua is lovely - we loved the tide pools and Thor's Well. Honestly, Oregon is a stunning place - no shortage of things to see and do. But you need to make a point of visiting Siuslaw.

Fall fest was well laid out for a crowd. Many high end vendors. The craft Fair that was adjacent to Fall Fest made for an active day, especially when parking was 2-4 blocks away from event. Food was good. Hot dog, hibiscus drink, Marion berry crepe, Lemonade and popcorn. I think a few more food booths would have helped the long lines. Many kids at playground looked safe. Dogs not allowed in park. Portable toilets clean with mirror! Food court had ample seating.

Great place just north of town to hike for a view of the whole surrounding vista! Park just beyond Calvary Church and take the right trail. There are places to rest for some peace and tranquility as well. Polly loves it up here! 🦮🍁🌄

Now this is a park. A long skinny park filled with park amenities. Delicious. In a nonfood way.

An absolutely beautiful, intimate theater - I will take any reason to come here (even though it's an hour drive from me)! I've come to a few productions now, and it's always a night to remember. They also have concessions, the staff is lovely, and the plays themselves are so well done.

Always an amazing place to be in Corvallis. I love the local artists on display and the venue being an old church. The executive director is very knowledgeable and makes for a good experience.

Nice loop with a wooden path. Plenty of spots to stop and chill take in the naturerific view.

One of the best parks I've ever been to in any city. It feels like you're in nature and everyone there has good vibes. Off leash dog area and the poison oak is well maintained compared to other parks in Corvallis. There still *IS* poison oak tho (I wish I could report it to the parks and recs guys) I've been here several times even though I want to try something new this place has it all.