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The spirit of the West is alive and well in the high desert of Eastern Oregon, where snow-capped mountains, dusty plains and jagged red rocks look down on rolling hills of sage, wild rivers..

A civic-minded population, acres of park space, fabulous restaurants and a vibrant arts scene - what more could you want in a city? How about a pair of snow-capped volcanoes in the backyard..

Multnomah Falls is arguably "the grandaddy" of the 77 waterfalls on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge. At 189 m (620 feet), only three falls in the nation are higher, and none are..

Snow-capped and serene, Mount Hood is actually a dormant volcano. The mountain is surrounded by an immense national forest, making it the perfect area for snowsports, trekking, and other..

The Columbia River Gorge received the federal stamp of approval when it was named a National Scenic Area in 1986, but Oregon's first inhabitants appreciated its pristine beauty long before..

Oregon's share of the Pacific coastline owes its international reputation to the rugged beauty and natural wonders found all along its nearly 650km (400-mile) length. Lewis and Clark ended..

Yaquina Head has the tallest tower on the Oregon Coast, and stands at 49m (162 feet) above sea level. This is the only lighthouse in Oregon with a marble floor. Yaquina Head is open to the..

The Columbia River Gorge is a spectacular river canyon cutting the only sea-level route through the Cascade Mountain Range. It's 130 km (80 miles) long and up to 1,220m 4(,000 feet) deep..

7,700 years ago, the almost 4,000 m (12,000 feet) high volcano Mt. Mazama erupted in an enormous explosion leaving nothing but a deep crater. Over hundreds of years, the crater filled with..

This unofficially named and relatively minor waterfall appears to have a case of Multiple Personality Disorder. In the winter, the falls veil out over a broad ledge, spilling about 9m (30..

The Astoria Column was erected in 1926 at an elevation of 183m (600 feet) atop Coxcomb Hill, the location of the first permanent American Settlement west of the Rockies. Take the time to..

The Belknap Bridge, sometimes referred to as the McKenzie River Bridge, occupies a site in which a covered bridge has been in continuous use since 1890. The first bridge was replaced by..

A 64-acre natural lake fed by underground springs, Blue Lake provides opportunities for boating, fishing and swimming, and makes a beautiful backdrop for hundreds of family picnics..

Bonneville Lock and Dam consists of serveral dam structures that together complete a span of the Columbia River between the US states of Oregon and Washington at River Mile 146.1. The dam..

Bully Creek Dam and Reservoir (Vale Project) are on the Bully Creek about 8 miles northwest of the Creek's confluence with the Malheur River. Forested areas at the reservoir provide..

The Butte Creek Mill and General Store is still one of Southern Oregon's favourite destinations today as people come to take home the whole grain goodness of mills flours baking mixes and..

Cannon Beach is in Oregon's far north coast and is a quaint seaside village famous for the remarkable rocky pinnacles just offshore. It is an upscale resort town which relies chiefly on..

This isolated lighthouse holds at least four Oregon records: it is the oldest continuously operating light, the most westerly, it has the highest focal plane above the sea, (78m / 256..

The site which now bears the name Cathedral Park is steeped in history. It is believed to be one of the 14 Lewis and Clark landing sites in the Vancouver-Portland area: William Clark and..

The Chinese House/OR and N Railroad Museum features Union Pacific and Oregon Railway and Navigation Company tools, photos and other items used in early Echo and Oregon railroad operations...

Not much activity occurs at Chitwood anymore. The Chitwood Bridge was once surrounded by several stores, a post office, a telephone office, and several houses. The boarded up remains of the..

Founded in 1962, the Columbia River Maritime Museum in Astoria is one of the first maritime museums in the west. After undergoing a remodel and expansion a few years ago, today's impressive..

Now called Nicht-yow-way, the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Reservation are made up of the Cayuse, Umatilla, and Walla Walla Tribes. Members of these tribes grew up learning how to..

Coquille River lighthouse was first built in Bullards Beach State Park in 1891, and later renovated in 1976. Mariners were also guided across dangerous bars with the help of this..

The Coyote Creek Bridge is often referred to as the Battle Creek Bridge because it is located on Battle Creek Road. Some still refer to it as Swing Long Bridge since it was called this many..

Just as the Statue of Liberty is a symbol of freedom, the Vista House serves as the symbol of the Columbia River Gorge. In fact, the architect of the Vista House -- Edgar Lazarus -- and..

The development of a display and test garden was initiated in 1950 by the Portland Chapter of the American Rhododendron Society. Sam Jackson, owner of the Oregon Journal, had donated 27..

The Currin Bridge, named for an early pioneer family in the area, is sometimes referred to as the Row River Bridge because of the stream it crosses. The original bridge was built by Nels..

The architectural elements of Deadwood Bridge are quite unique. Flooring was installed on a slant so that traffic rounding the corner onto the bridge would travel more safely. Other..

The Dee Wright Observatory is a stone memorial to the famed architect Dee Wright. It is located in the middle of a massive lava flow and offers panoramic views of the Cascade Mountain..

Stop in as a train traveller did over 100 years ago, and learn about the gold mining, logging, and cattle history of the area. This historic building was once the western terminus depot of..

Located at the upper end of Dorena Reservoir, the Dorena Covered Bridge was built in conjunction with the completion of Dorena Dam. Sometimes referred to as Star Bridge, it provides access..

The Eagle Cap Excursion Train is a scenic train that operates on a 101 km (63 mile) long railroad, linking the communities of Elgin, Wallowa, Enterprise and Joseph in Northeast Oregon...

The original covered bridge at this location was built in 1903 by A.C. Striker and was called Adams Bridge. The bridge was replaced in 1938 by Lane County for a cost of $2,449, and was..

The Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum is best known as the home of the world's largest wooden flying boat, the "Spruce Goose," the SR-71 "Blackbird," the Titan II SLV Missile and the P-38..

Fern Ridge Wildlife Area is managed primarily for waterfowl wintering and nesting. More than 250 species of birds use the area during different seasons of the year, making this an excellent..

Fort Clatsop commemorates the 1805-06 winter encampment of the 33-member Lewis and Clark Expedition. A 1955 community-built replica of the explorers' 15m x 15m (50'x50') Fort Clatsop is the..

Gardiner is on the north bank of the Umpqua River near its mouth. It is a historic community of Oregon and bears the name of a Boston merchant who sought to trade on the river. His vessel..

The Gilkey Bridge spans Thomas Creek and until 1960, it proudly stood next to a covered railroad bridge. Gilkey was once a town of some activity, as noted by a nearby sign: "Gilkey Station..

The Goodpasture Covered Bridge, the second longest covered bridge in Oregon, is one of the most photographed covered bridges in the state. The structure has superb architectural detailing..

Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge is located on a massive fault block ridge that ascends abruptly nearly three-quarters of a mile (1.2 km) above the Warner Valley floor in a series of..

The Oregon State University's Hatfield Marine Science Centre (HMSC) is a research and teaching facility located on the Yaquina Bay estuary, about 1.6km (one mile) from the open waters of..

Named after Don Bruno de Heceta, a Spanish explorer, Heceta Head lighthouse is located north of Florence. This 17m (56-foot) tower was first lit in 1894. A half-mile hike will lead visitors..

Hells Canyon National Recreation Area is heaven on earth to the hikers, campers, rafters and boaters who have experienced its many faces. Hells Canyon, North America's deepest river gorge..

Hells Canyon National Recreation Area is heaven on earth to the hikers, campers, rafters and boaters who have experienced its many faces. Hells Canyon, North America's deepest river gorge..

In the fall of 1882, four people filed claims on four sections of land, four corners of which touched two blocks west of the depot. The purpose of this action was to bargain with the..

Jean Baptiste Charbonneau (1805 - 1866) was the son of the French Canadian Interpreter Toussaint Charbonneau and Sacagawea, the Shoshone Guide of the Lewis and Clark Expeditation. He was..

About 40-65 million years ago, saber-tooth tigers and other early mammals roamed the John Day Fossil Beds, which were then tropical plains. The fossil remains of more than 2,200 different..

The Jordan Craters area is a 60 square km (27 square mile) olivine basalt lava flow which is estimated to be between 4000 and 9000 years old, based on the degree of lichen development on..

Kam Wah Chung Museum is a must-see for anyone with an interest in Oregon history. This structure was built as a trading post on The Dalles Military Road in the mid-1800's. Chinese..