Oregon
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Overview
Fall in love with glittering Crater Lake, hike through deep forests or eat like royalty in Portland. It won't take long for you to be devoted to Oregon.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
Portland
This popular riverside park, which lines the west bank of the Willamette River, was finished in 1978 after four years of construction. It replaced an old…
Portland
The heart of downtown Portland, at the heart of Portland’s retail district and the city’s transit system, is a multi-tiered brick plaza nicknamed Portland…
Northern Oregon Coast
Located 3 miles south of Yachats, this volcanic remnant was sighted and named by England's Captain James Cook in 1778. Famous for dramatic rock formations…
Columbia River Gorge
If you've ever wondered about that expression, 'What in Sam Hill?,' here's your answer: this museum in a hilltop mansion was founded by Sam Hill (1857…
The Willamette Valley & Wine Country
Oregon's largest state park, Silver Falls, 26 miles east of Salem on Hwy 214, is an easy day trip from Portland, Salem and Eugene. It offers camping,…
Columbia Gorge Discovery Center
Columbia River Gorge
This excellent museum covers the history of the gorge, from its creation by cataclysmic floods to the hardships pioneers had traversing it, to early…
Bend
Best known for its glorious rock climbing, Smith Rock State Park boasts rust-colored 800ft cliffs that tower over the pretty Crooked River. Nonclimbers…
Bend
This excellent museum, about 3 miles south of Bend, charts the exploration and settlement of the West, using reenactments of a Native American camp, a…
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Best Things to Do
From rafting in Bend to wine tasting in Willamette Valley, here are Oregon's top experiences.
Read articleBest Places to Visit
From Portland to Crater Lake, the state's only national park, here are the unmissable places to visit in Oregon.
Read articleBest Time to Visit
Planning your next wine-tasting, ski trip, or urban staycation? This guide has insider tips, seasonal events and more.
Read articleThings to Know
From polite drivers to getting your camping and hiking permits early, here are some tips for traveling in Oregon from a local.
Read articleTransportation
From scenic train journeys and long-distance buses to wild, windswept bike rides – getting around in Oregon is part of the adventure.
Read articleFree Things to Do
Oregon is changing fast (and so is the cost of living), but the Pacific Northwest scenery comes for free. Here are the top free things to do in Oregon.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Traveling to Oregon doesn’t have to be expensive. These tips and tricks will help you save money in the Beaver State.
Read articleBest Road Trips
Oregon’s myriad landscapes are like a playlist of Mother Nature’s greatest hits. These unforgettable road trips will show you the best of them.
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