Oregon
Oregon is a state that is located in the Western region of the United States. The state is known for its diverse landscape which includes forests, mountains, and deserts. Some of the most popular tourist destinations in Oregon include Mount Hood, Crater Lake, and the Oregon Coast.
Activities in Oregon
Destinations in Oregon
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One hour northeast of Portland is Mount Hood and Columbia River, a mountain region where intensive mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, fishing, climbing and camping are practiced. Located on the banks of the Columbia River between Oregon and Washington State, The Dalles is one of the most important cities in the region. Outdoor festivals, fairs, etc. are organized here.
The Willamette Valley is the heart of Oregon's agriculture and wine growing. In spring and summer, small farmers’ markets hatch throughout the valley. The valley is also very famous for its vineyards and its famous Pinot Noir vines. Wine tastings are organized throughout the year. From September onwards, it is also possible to participate in the harvest. The temperate climate is very popular in summer with cyclists and hikers. On your routes, you will encounter historic sites of the Willamette Valley. There are Victorian influences in this region, especially in Albany where you can visit over 700 historic buildings and shop at antique stores. While crossing the Wine Route, you can take a break at the Evergreen Aviation Museum where Howard Hughes' planes and Fly Boat are displayed in the middle of the vineyards. It is also home to the capital Salem and its famous Bush House Museum & Rose Garden. The other major city in the valley is called Eugene, with a young and dynamic population.
Very popular in summer, the south of the state offers a wide variety of sporting and cultural activities: fishing, rafting, kayaking, but also mountain biking or hiking. Caving is the specialty of the South because of its preserved caves, considered as true historical monuments. The region also has one of the most beautiful parks in the United States, Crater Lake National Park with its ancient volcano and lake region, including the deepest in North America: It’s a 1000 feet-deep abyss! Throughout the summer, South Oregon organizes various festivals like the Britt Festival in Jacksonville or the Shakespeare Festival in Ashland. The Umpqua Valley will make you appreciate its wine route. The region's spectacular diversity of landscapes, alternating mountains, waterfalls, lakes and rivers, will create a lasting memory.
The center is the driest region in the state. There are about 300 days of sunshine per year, which makes it a paradise for athletes, winter and summer alike. Between desert and mountain, the choice is wide: ranging from individual sports (mountain biking, fishing, hiking) to team sports (kayaking, rafting). The sparsely populated region offers calm and tranquility. You can spend your holidays there by staying on a ranch for a unique experience. Mount Bachelor, which stands at 7,500 feet, offers the opportunity to practice winter sports. During the summer in Bend there are beer fairs and barbecues.
Eastern Oregon, referred to as the ‘Far West’, was once occupied by four tribes of Amerindians. All summer long, rodeos and Pow Wows attract crowds of visitors. The most famous is Pendleton, which ranks third among the largest rodeos in North America. It is by definition the ranch region. Extreme sports like river sports and climbing can also be practiced here. It’s also a huge center for the Indian culture showcasing art and traditions of the Native Americans.
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