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1. South Umpqua Falls

   South Umpqua Falls is culturally important to the heritage of the Cow Creek Tribe of Umpqua Band of Indians, and is the place they celebrate annually during their July pow-wow. In the late winter and early spring the falls are a perfect place to just…

   Location: 20 miles east Tiller on South Umpqua Road 28, Tiller, OR 97484

2. Sparks Lake

   Sparks Lake is just one of the beautiful high-mountain lakes on the Cascade Lakes Highway. The views are simply spectacular. Sparks Lake is a great lake for canoeing and kayaking; there is a small boat launch and a few campsites.  Don’t forget your camera, and…

   Location: Sparks Lake, OR

3. Spirit Lake

   One of the enduring features of Mt. St. Helen’s 1980 eruption, Spirit Lake serves as a reminder of the devastation of the blast. Once a destination for outdoor recreation and camping, after the eruption, Spirit Lake became a toxic mess of forest debris and volcanic…

4. Springhouse Cellar Winery

   The owners of this unique business work hard to make their winery consistent with their views on eco-friendly living – for example, all wines are on a spigot system to reduce the number of bottles they need to use. You’ll enjoy the intimate, family feel of this…

   Location: Hood River, OR 97031

5. Squaxin Museum

   The Squaxin Island Tribe invites guests to come and discover their culture and the rich traditions of their past. In an educational journey, visitors find thought-provoking artifacts, including 100-foot long fish traps, naturally preserved in mud for more than 500 years. There are enough exhibits…

   Location: 150 SE Kwuh Deegs Altxw, Shelton, WA 98584

6. St. John The Forerunner Greek Orthodox Monastery

   Bakery and gift shop stocked with Greek pastries, jams and jellies, natural soaps, and much more, all hand-crafted by nuns and novices of the monastery.  This is a place where the philosophy of many Northwest residents trying to live in close proximity with nature and…

   Location: 5 Timmer Lane, Goldendale, WA 98620

7. Starr Alpaca Farm

   Starr Alpaca Farm is a medium-size alpaca farm that produces high-quality alpacas for breeding stock and fiber production.  Alpacas produce a renewable resource of fiber every year. The alpacas are shorn in May, and their fiber is processed into yarn in its natural color.  Fiber…

   Location: 36801 SE Proctor Rd, Boring, OR 97009

8. Steamboat Inn

   This historic fishing lodge is now a lovely inn located right along the North Umpqua River. Scenic beautyabounds, with fabulous food served familystyle at dinnertime for registered guests. Local wines are served at the evening reception for guests, hosted by the owner, Jim Van Loan. Great…

   Location: 42705 N.Umpqua Highway, Steamboat, OR 97447

9. Steelhead Brewing Co.

   Five local businessmen started Steelhead Brewery in 1991, combining their diverse backgrounds and a shared love of good beer. Nearly 20 years later, Steelhead is an award-winning brewery with a loyal following. All their beers are brewed in very small batches so they’re always fresh and…

   Location: 199 East 5th Avenue , Eugene , OR 97401

10. Stevenson

    Stevenson is the only city actually on the river waterfront in the National Scenic Area. The Stevenson Waterfront is “in the mountains” yet very accessible by car and only 40 minutes from Portland yet a world away.  Stevenson Landing at the Waterfront is home to…

    Location: Stevenson, WA