Bram Reusen, Author at The Dyrt

Bram Reusen

Born and raised in Belgium, Bram Reusen is now based in Portland, Oregon. An avid hiker and camper, he’s traveled all over Australia, Europe and the USA in search of the world’s most beautiful and remarkable national parks. When he’s not out wandering in forests, over mountains or along coasts, you can find him in front of his laptop writing about his adventures and editing photos. You might also spot him in a local craft brewery sipping a beer or two.

tents nestled between trees in the distance at wooded campground in oregon

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14 Free Oregon Campgrounds + How to Find More

by Bram Reusen on December 8, 2023 3:48 pm on December 8, 2023

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Kayaker floats on Lake Chelan, in washington state

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Lake Chelan State Park: Camping at the Gateway to the North Cascades

by Bram Reusen on May 5, 2021 7:00 am on May 5, 2021

Known as the gateway to the North Cascades National Park, Lake Chelan lies tucked behind the North Cascade Mountains in Washington. Even though the rugged Cascadian…

5 min read

Colorful hills and larger mountains in background

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A Guide to Visiting Oregon's Painted Hills

by Bram Reusen on May 2, 2020 7:00 am on May 2, 2020

In the high desert region of central Oregon lies an unlikely, unexpected landscape. Dry agricultural lands, arid hills and riverbeds dominate the area, a geological…

7 min read

yosemite is one of the best national parks to visit in october

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5 National Parks for Fall Foliage Camping

by Bram Reusen on April 8, 2020 1:36 pm on April 8, 2020

While many parks in the northwestern part of the U.S. begin closing down facilities and roads as early as September, there are still numerous national…

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The Ultimate Guide to Whale Watching in Oregon

by Bram Reusen on April 8, 2020 11:35 am on April 8, 2020

It’s well-known among Oregonians that there’s no lack of things to see and do on the Oregon Coast. Besides hiking and camping, whale watching is…

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a woman resting in a hammock over crater lake in oregon

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Skip the Coast and Camp at These 10 Lakes in Oregon

by Bram Reusen on February 20, 2020 7:00 am on February 20, 2020

With summer now in reach, countless campers and outdoors lovers are gearing up for a season full of sandy beaches, swimming holes and warm-weather fun…

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sunset over a campsite at smith rock state park

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5 State Parks That Prove Oregon Has it All

by Bram Reusen on February 17, 2020 10:38 am on February 17, 2020

Oregon is home to only one national park. But with 195 Oregon state parks, there’s clearly no lack of natural scenery worth protecting, or lack…

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Crater Lake Camping: the Deepest Lake in the U.S.

by Bram Reusen on January 29, 2020 7:00 am on January 29, 2020

As Oregon’s only national park, Crater Lake National Park is arguably the state’s star attraction. It’s also among the most extraordinary national parks in America….

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Your Guide to Soaking and Camping at Umpqua Hot Springs in Oregon

by Bram Reusen on January 27, 2020 3:29 pm on January 27, 2020

The ever-so-popular Umpqua Hot Springs are one of Southern Oregon’s main natural attractions. Located in the middle of Umpqua National Forest, these natural hot springs…

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woman poses for photo running away from a dinosaur sculpture in the anza-borrego desert

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A Guide to Exploring the Bizarre Beauty of Anza-Borrego Desert State Park

by Bram Reusen on January 26, 2020 10:58 am on January 26, 2020

In an arid expanse of Southern California lies a state park that is truly stunning in both sparseness and variety. Encompassing over 600,000 acres, Anza-Borrego…

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