Oregon Area Attractions
There's lots to do in Oregon: skiing, fishing, biking, hiking, climbing, rafting, golf & much more. But, it's not all about the outdoors, there are plenty of indoor attractions as well. These things to do in Oregon are designed for the whole family to have a great time while visiting.
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Sea Lion Caves is a vast cavern where you're going to hear the roar of the great Stellar sea lions, the ocean and have an unforgettable experience. Just 11 miles north of Florence, on the Oregon Coast.
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The Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area extends 40 miles along the Oregon Coast. This area provides many recreational opportunities including off-highway use, hiking, photography, fishing, canoeing, horseback riding and camping!
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Celebrating 100 Years! Tillamook Creamery has earned the reputation for producing premium-quality and the best tasting dairy products. We offer a free self-guided tour for you to learn about our history, our products and the cheesemaking process.
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Oregon Coast Aquarium is located in Newport and is home to over 500 species: be sure to check out our Shark Exhibit, our Aquarium Sleepover, and our other many exhibits.
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The Oregon Zoo is located just 5 miles from downtown Portland. The Oregon Zoo opened originally in 1959! The Oregon Zoo promotes conservation by educating visitors about animals and their habitats.
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BridgePort Brewing Company is a pioneer of the state's craft brewing revolution. They began life as the Columbia River Brewery.
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Pioneer Place is Portland's best shopping experience. Whether you're looking for Saks Fifth Avenue, Tiffany & Co., Swarovski, and many other great retailers. There are also many one-of-a-kind retailers, as well.
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Oaks Amusement Park has been providing a safe, fun and affordable way for families to enjoy themselves for 101 years! Thrill rides, kid rides, roller skating, picnicing, the perfect location for fun and games!
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The Willamette Valley, Oregon's leading wine region has two-thirds of the state's wineries and vineyards and is home to more than 200 wineries. It has been recognized as one of the premier Pinot Noir producing areas in the world.
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Ankeny Vineyard, first planted to wine grapes in 1982 by owner/winemaker Joe Olexa, is located on the southernmost slopes of the Salem Hills. We produce extraordinary handcrafted Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris wines, as well as Marechal Foch, Oregon’s other great Red. Ankeny Vineyards on the slopes of the southern Salem hills produces extraordinary Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris wines.
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Our winery is located in a picturesque converted dairy barn just 20 miles southwest of downtown Portland, on a site that was homesteaded in 1875. With spectacular view of Mt. Hood and the High Cascades. We are dedicated to producing, exclusively, small quantities of premium estate bottled Pinot Noir.
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Lemelson Vineyards produces complex, elegant Pinot Noir from organically-certified vineyards and select growers. Our commitment to sustainable agriculture and minimal handling helps assure that our wines tell the story of their origins in the rolling hills of Western Oregon. Lemelson Vineyard produces Pinot Noir from organically-certified vineyards.
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Redhawk Winery is a small family owned and operated winery. We grow premium quality Pinot noir, Pinot gris, Chardonnay, Dolcetto, and Riesling. Visitors are welcome year round, so come and to our tasting room and try these and other varietals in our tasting room, or enjoy the spectacular view of the Valley, and picnic in our wooded park.
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The Chambers Covered Bridge is the last covered railroad bridge in Oregon. It is however, no longer in service.
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Come visit 60 raptors from 33 species. The Center is on a beautiful, rustic 3 acre site at the eastern base of Spencer Butte. The Center is also adjacent to the Ridgeline Trail, which offers both hiking and mountain biking. The Cascades Raptors Nature center and wildlife hospital for birds of prey. Open to the general public Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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Christmas Treasures brings you the most treasured ornaments and items for gift giving and collecting. Come experience old world charm, not only during the holiday season, but all through the year.
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77 waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge in Oregon. There are only three waterfalls in the USA that are higher than our falls at 620 feet, and none are more beautiful. Large crowds are to be expected on summer weekends, so plan accordingly. There is a trail that climbs from the famous Multnomah Falls Lodge (1925) to the Simon Benson Bridge across the lower cascade, then zigzags to the top.
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Mt. Hood's elevation is at 11,235 feet above sea level and at it's base spreads over 92 miles. Mt. Hood has 11 glaciers to define it's peak. Mt Hood is the highest mountain in Oregon and the second most climbed mountain in the world (first is Mt. Fujiyama in Japan). Mt Hood is a dormant volcano with no recent eruptions (recorded years of eruptions: 1804, 1853, 1854, 1859, 1865, and 1907, all minor.)
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Bonneville Lock and Dam is made up of several dam structures that together span the Columbia River between Oregon and Washington. The dam is located 40 miles east of Portland on the Columbia River Gorge. The primary functions of Bonneville Lock and Dam are generating electricity and river navigation. Bonneville Lock and Dam is named for Army Capt. Benjamin Bonneville, an early explorer credited with charting much of the Oregon Trail. In 1987 The Bonneville Dam Historic District was designated.
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Hood River is the Wind surfing capital of the world. Previously known for the view of the majestic snow capped peak of Mt. Hood, Hood River has become the destination of choice for wind surfers from around the world. The winds from the Columbia River Gorge, best during the middle of the day, create ideal conditions for riding the waves.
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With over 20 factory direct outlet stores providing a wide variety of discounted merchandise, you are sure to find the best deals on today´s styles for the whole family. Stop in and shop for a while! You won´t be disappointed.
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An adventure in dining and entertainment. Fun for the whole family! We offer a variety of dining events, and with a new play each year, you are sure to have a unique experience. Whether you’re coming for dinner, for a holiday, or with a group, we will help you have a great time on our dinner train.
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Through exhibits, wildlife, and living history, the High Desert Museum creates learning experiences to help audiences discover their connection to the past, their role in the present, and their responsibility to the future. Come visit us and see our latest exhibits!
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The town of Sisters is cradled at the base of the Three Sisters mountains. The town is both a portal to the Old West and the getaway to the western part of Central Oregon. Wander around the town’s quaint frontier storefronts, great restaurants, and you'll keep waiting for a horse and buggy to roll down the street.
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The Oregon Shakespeare Festival was founded in 1935. This Tony Award-winning Oregon Festival is among the oldest and largest professional non-profit theatres in the nation. Each year the eight-and-a-half-month season of eleven plays in three theatres plus numerous ancillary activities.
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Crater Lake - Like No Place Else on Earth. For hundreds of years Crater Lake has intrigued its visitors. No where else on earth will you find the combination of a deep, pure lake, so blue in color; sheer surrounding cliffs, almost two thousand feet high; two picturesque islands; and a violent volcanic past. It is a place of immeasurable beauty, and an outstanding outdoor laboratory and classroom.
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Wildlife Safari is a fun-filled family destination where you can view over 500 animals in their natural habitat, roaming freely as they do in the wild! When you come to the park you will drive a 4.5 mile trek to see animals from Africa, Asia and the America’s. This unique setting offers many opportunities to get up close and personal with animals large and small.
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ScienceWorks is a fun, engaging science center where kids and adults can rediscover wonder. Our innovative museum features interactive exhibits, an outdoor garden, live science shows and dynamic programs year-round.
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They come from the East, the West, the South and the North - four rivers that converge in the Western Treasure Valley, where Oregon borders Idaho.
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The gondola opened in 1970. The 3700' vertical ascent to the summit of Mt. Howard is a memorable experience. Take an exciting trip to the top of the mountain and enjoy the view as the gondola rises above the blue waters of Wallowa Lake.
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All of the properties included in the Pendleton Underground Tour are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These properties are in what was once the red light district of Pendleton. The buildings on the tour have been maintained, true to the original state, allowing the visitor to see the sidewalks and basalt-rock tunnels the way they were constructed pre 1890's. This special authenticity adds to their uniqueness, making the tours what they are today.
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In the early years of the Oregon Trail there were three wagon trains that came through what is now known as Harney County. Those travelers were wanting a shorter route to the central and southern areas of the Willamette Valley in Western Oregon.
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