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1. Cycling The Dalles

   Though not well known outside the Columbia Gorge, The Dalles is an undiscovered cycling utopia. Cyclists of every ability and interest find excellent opportunity to ride and train on pristine pavement along a varied terrain from fragrant cherry orchards to golden wheat fields, over sun-kissed…

   Location: The Dalles, OR 97058

2. Dayton Blockhouse Historical Marker

   This building was a Military Blockhouse built at the Grand Ronde Agency by Willamette Valley settlers in 1856.  U.S. troops were sent to the station the same year, and it was named “Fort Yamhill.”  By permission of the U.S. government, Fort Yamhill was moved from Grand…

   Location: Third , Dayton, OR 97114

3. Dee Creek Farm

   Specialty cheeses, poultry, vegetables, and more, produced on this dynamic, chemical free farm.  Dee Creek currently have a creamery, mobile processing unit, certified kitchen, movable animal houses, greenhouses, ponds, an old barn, and a farmhouse from the 1900’s. In an effort to serve the community more…

   Location: 2402 Little Kalama River Road, Woodland, WA 98674

4. Dee Wright Observatory

   The Dee Wright Observatory has gorgeous views of many volcanoes of the Oregon Cascades, and is situated in the center of a lava field as an ideal location for viewing various cinder cones, volcanoes and other points of interest. Viewpoints from inside the observatory include…

   Location: Summit of McKenzie Pass, State Route 242, OR 97759

5. Delta Old-Growth Forest

   The one-half-mile Delta Nature Trail takes visitors of all ages and abilities into the Delta Old Growth Grove, which is a diverse and richly abundant place. Here you can experience magnificent old-growth Douglas firs and Western red cedars – some more than 200 feet tall and 650…

   Location: Delta Campground, OR

6. Deschutes National Wild and Scenic River

   The Lower Deschutes River stretches 100 miles, from the Warm Springs Indian Reservation to the Columbia River.  Winding its way through Oregon’s high desert, the Deschutes River is known for its whitewater rafting, world-class fishing, unique geology and wildlife viewing. On any given day you…

   Location: Maupin, OR 97037

7. Deschutes Paddle Trail

   Whether you want to sea-kayak the beautiful High Cascade Lakes with sweeping mountain views, paddle a gentle section of the Lower Deschutes River among the otters, beavers and eagles, or whitewater-raft an exciting stretch of river just minutes from Downtown Bend, the Deschutes Paddle Trail…

   Location: Bend, OR

8. Desert Forest Journeys

   This site includes four trails: Ties Through Time Trail, interpreting the history of railroad logging in the Central Cascades Open Forest Trail, where you can experience 300-year-old ponderosa pines and the wide variety of wildlife that belong to this ecosystem Pines in the Pumice Trail, where you can…

9. Detroit Lake State Park

   Located in the Cascade Mountains, Detroit Lake State Park is the gateway to beautiful Detroit Lake. The park has a large campground bordering the lake. This is the spot for all types of water sports: fishing, boating, swimming, water skiing and personal watercraft. Along with…

   Location: 44000 North Santiam Hwy SE, Detroit, OR 97342

10. Dexter Lake

    This picturesque man-made lake near Lowell, only 25 minutes from Eugene-Springfield, offers some of the most beautiful sunsets in Oregon. Dexter Lake is also the only lake in Oregon to feature a covered bridge. Activities available here include fishing, rowing regattas, powerboat races, water skiing and even…

    Location: Lowell, OR 97452