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1. North Fork of the Willamette River

   The North Fork follows the Aufderheide Memorial Scenic Highway that goes from Westfir at the south end to Highway 126 at the north end (about 50 miles). The river has world-class kayaking during high-water seasons. The river’s canyon lies in the Willamette National Forest, and…

   Location: Westfir, OR

2. North Umpqua River Geology

   The geological formations of the Wild & Scenic Umpqua River are very interesting and beautiful. Eroded remains of volcanic rock have created numerous jagged vertical spires; Old Man Rock, Eagle Rock and Rattlesnake Rock are along North Umpqua Highway 138 between Eagle Rock and Boulder…

   Location: North Umpqua Highway 138, Idleyld Park, OR 97447

3. North Umpqua Wild and Scenic River

   The North Umpqua Wild & Scenic River is one of Oregon’s most beautiful rivers.  The river runs an emerald-green color most of the year and offers an ideal setting for many recreation pursuits.  The river flows from east to west, from Soda Springs Power House 33.8…

4. Northwest Trek

   Northwest Trek Wildlife Park is a treasure for families and individuals to see free-roaming wildlife up close. Ride the tram through this 723-acre park and see bison, bighorn sheep, and woodland caribou. Follow the forested trails on foot to view wolves, bobcats, lynx, cougars, owls,…

   Location: 11610 Trek Dr East, Eatonville, WA 98328

5. Oak Creek Wildlife Area

   Come in the winter months and see up to 1,200 elk feed on hay provided by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife. Currently there are about 3,000 elk being fed. Every day there is a truck that goes out with the elk to feed,…

   Location: 16601 HWY 12, Naches, WA 98937

6. Oakridge/Westfir

   Oakridge is a small rural community nestled in the foothills of the Western Cascade Mountains. Oakridge is surrounded by Willamette National Forest land and is located on the northern bank of the upper Willamette River. The community population is 3,745. Oakridge, once a thriving timber…

   Location: Oakridge, OR

7. Oneonta Falls

   Lower Oneonta Falls lies within the narrow Oneonta Gorge and behind a large debris dam from the floods in the mid-1990s you must climb over. Once you reach the falls and the pool you can enjoy a nice dip in a fairly private location, as…

8. Opal Creek Ancient Forest Center

   Crystal-clear waters, emerald-green mosses and old-growth forests emblematic of Oregon’s Cascades thrive in the Opal Creek forests. In fact, the Opal Creek Wilderness and neighboring Bull of the Woods Wilderness are the largest contiguous area of low-elevation old growth left in Oregon. This ancient rain…

   Location: 33435 North Fork Road, Lyons, OR 97358

9. Oregon Caves National Monument

   The Oregon Caves National Monument celebrated 100 years in 2009. It is truly a magestic, authentic part of Oregon’s history. Caves are among the last areas we can explore with the same rugged individualism, technology and communal sharing of pioneers. The cultural history of Oregon Caves…

   Location: 19000 Caves Hwy, Cave Junction, OR 97523

10. Oregon Garden

    The Oregon Garden offers a lovely botanical garden experience set in the historic town of Silverton. The Garden offers monthly events, horticultural and ecological education for children, and a lush habitat for wildlife. Wetland cells offer a haven for a multitude of wildlife and an…

    Location: 879 W. Main Street, Silverton, OR 97381