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1. 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

2. Oregon Cascades Birding Trail

   The Cascades Birding Trail offers outdoor adventure for birders of all interest levels. From the snow-capped summit of Mt. Hood to the marshlands of the Klamath Basin, more than 300 species of birds are found on the trail.  This auto trail takes the adventurer along…

   Location: Along eastern and western slopes of the Cascades, from Mt. Hood , Bend, OR 97701

3. 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

4. Oregon City – West Linn Bridge

   The Oregon City – West Linn Bridge was once called the “most beautiful bridge in America.”  The 745-foot-long bridge spanning the Willamette River opened in 1922, replacing a wooden suspension bridge built in 1888.  The bridge was designed by Conde McCullough and placed on the…

   Location: 22825 Willamette Drive, West Linn, OR 97068

5. Oregon Country Settlement

   This unique property consists of 17.5 acres of preserved land, including critical natural resources – rich wildlife fish and wildlife habitats – and numerous cultural and historical sites as revealed in its archaeological evidence.  This landscape features the Oregon Trail, American Indian, pioneer and historical sites.  Historical…

   Location: 73370 E. Buggy Trail Lane, Rhododendron, OR 97049

6. 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

7. Oregon Jamboree

   The Oregon Jamboree is the Northwest’s premier Country music and camping festival, started in 1992. Located in the foothills of the scenic Cascade Mountains, the festival takes place in a seven-acre, park-like setting bordered by Sankey Park and the historic Weddle Covered Bridge. It is known for…

   Location: 860 18th Avenue , Sweet Home , OR 97386

8. Oregon Shakespeare Festival

   Oregon Shakespeare Festival celebrates its 75th year in 2010. The organization traces its roots back to the Chautauqua movement and has the oldest existing Elizabethan stage in the Western hemisphere, built on the site of the 1893 Chautauqua dome. The Tony Award-winning OSF is among the…

   Location: 15 South Pioneer Street, Ashland, OR 97520

9. Oregon Skyway

   The Oregon Skyway is among the most scenic and memorable Oregon experiences. The view riding up to Eagle Peak is 360 degrees, better than a plane.  You will enjoy the expanse of the Cascade Mountains and lakes for miles.  The view of peaks and lakes…

   Location: Hwy 58, Oakridge, OR

10. Oregon State Capitol

    Oregon’s Capitol building is the state’s third Capitol; the first two burned down.  The Capitol is adorned with Greek marble, and atop it sits the “Gold Pioneer” representing Oregon’s pioneering spirit.  The Capitol is surrounded by the lush Willson Park, full of monuments dipicting Oregon’s…

    Location: 900 Court St., Salem, OR 97301