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oregon coast Almost 400 miles (650 km) of unrestricted beach and sea access dotted with lighthouses and charming fishing villages

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crater lake national park The deepest–and maybe bluest–lake in America

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MT. HOOD & THE columbia river gorge A spectacular gorge with cascading waterfalls

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john day fossil beds national monument See what Oregon was like 65 million years ago

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newberry crater volcanic monument Walk through an ancient lava field

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skiing Lots of winter sports activities - even in summer

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hiking From short hikes in the green Willamette Valley to multi-day trips in the wilderness

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biking On scenic roads, rugged mountain trails, alone or with a group

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rafting Float for hours through scenic wilderness or master breathtaking class IV rapids

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20 CULTURAL DISTRICT Take in a show 21 GALLERIES Participate in art walks or stroll through galleries 22 ART MUSEUMS From Native American art to contemporary Asian masters 23 LIVE MUSIC and theater Shakespeare, Jazz, Blues, Classical music, and more

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golfing Choose from over 200 courses in all parts of Oregon

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24 pacific northwest cuisine Fresh, local, organic, seasonal & sustainable ingredients 25 SALMON & DUNGENESS CRAB Catch of the day, fresh on your plate 26 WINE TASTING Taste Oregon’s award winning Pinots 27 beer Over 60 microbreweries, including 30 in Portland alone 28 cooking schools Learn cooking secrets from the chefs of the Pacific Northwest

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THE TRIBES OF OREGON See Oregon through the eyes of its first people

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lewis & Clark national parkS Highlights of the exploration of the west

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SCENIC RAILROADS Explore Oregon by train

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wagon ruts and Ancient stories Different perspectives on westward expansion

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OREGON MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY Oregon’s world-class hands-on science museum

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kam wah chung historic site Chinese immigrants and the Oregon gold rush

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SANDBOARDING Ride the sand dunes on the Oregon Coast

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COWBOYS Stay on a working ranch and be a cowboy for a day

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everyone can have fun Coastal kite festivals let you take off

33 ONE BIG PLANE and many smaller ones Visit the world’s largest seaplane

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TAx-free shopping Designer clothes, local crafts, souvenirs ­­- everything is tax-free

34 unspoiled nature Sustainable cities and a love for the outdoors

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OUTLET SHOPPING Save on brand name goods at one of the many outlet malls

35 Portland ROSE FESTIVAL Portland’s biggest celebration with parades, concerts and more

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BOUTIQUE SHOPPING From chic to eclectic

36 MILL’S END PARK The world’s smallest park

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OPEN AIR MARKETS The freshest products Oregon has to offer

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37 HOOD TO COAST RACE One of a kind 197 mile relay race 38 beer IN SCHOOL Historic brew pubs and quirky hotels

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SUMMER Every season holds special reasons to visit Oregon. The warm summers invite locals and visitors to spend time outdoors. There is no excuse to stay inside. With many beer gardens, bistros, openair theaters and numerous festivals, Summer is truly a marvelous time in Oregon. FALL Fall is harvest season and festivities throughout the state celebrate the bounty that Oregon’s fertile lands and rivers yield. This season also brings an explosion of color to Oregon’s many hardwood forests as leaves take on bright hues of red and yellow. WINTER Oregon winters are mild with little or no snow in lower elevations. But the mountain ranges see plenty of snow, providing an excellent foundation for downhill skiing, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. SPRING Spring finds Oregon in bloom. Rivers and lakes swell with snowmelt. Cherry trees blossom. Native flowers and plants create a sea of vibrant colors and fill the air with the sweet smell of life.

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the coast Almost 400 miles (650 km) of coastline dotted with lighthouses, fishing villages and dramatic scenery. www.visittheoregoncoast.com

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A fertile valley famous for its wine, historic towns and covered bridges. www.oregonwinecountry.org

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eastern oregon Mountain bike, hike and explore the hills of Eastern Oregon. Experience ghost towns and ancient history. www.eova.com

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LOUISIANA PURCHASE In the beginning of the 19th century French emperor, Napoleon Bonaparte faced problems in several French colonies. He also lacked resources and allies to take possession of the French Louisiana territory in America, which he had negotiated to take over from Spain in 1800. Facing a war with Britain in Europe and in need of money to support his military plans, Napoleon agreed to sell the Louisiana territory to the United States in 1803. The Louisiana Purchase not only secured access to the strategically and economically important Mississippi River, it also expanded the United States far west and more than doubled the size of the still young country.

LEWIS AND CLARK EXPEDITION Following the purchase, President Thomas Jefferson immediately commissioned an expedition to explore the new territory as well as possible access to the Pacific. Captain Meriwether Lewis and William Clark lead the expedition which covered 8,000 miles (12,800 km) on its 28-month journey. Canoeing down the Columbia River they reached the Pacific Ocean on November 7, 1805. Lewis and Clark returned with the first maps of the region west of the Rocky Mountains as well as detailed studies about plants and animals. Fur traders further explored the area, mapped possible paths over mountains and through deserts and set up Fort Vancouver, the first European settlement of the region around 1825.

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NATIVE AMERICANS The first people of the Pacific Northwest were Native American tribes. Fishing and hunting generated an abundance of food in the summer and fall so large quantities could be stored for winter. This allowed the tribes to spend more time on cultural activities, enabling the Northwest tribes to reach an unparalleled level of arts and culture.

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OREGON TR AIL The promise of free land lured pioneers to embark on what would become the Oregon Trail. Beginning in 1842, over 80,000 settlers packed their belongings into ox-drawn wagons and migrated over 2,100 miles (3,500 km) from Missouri to the West. People say the pioneer spirit that made it possible for these settlers to overcome hardship and adversities still lives on in Oregon today.

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THE pioneer spirit lives on On February 14, 1859, Oregon became the 33rd state of the Union. The expansion of the railroad system in 1880 led to economic growth as lumber and agricultural products could be shipped more easily. In 1943, the Bonneville Dam was built to generate much needed electricity for the region. Today, Oregon is home to high-tech companies such as Intel and Tektronix, as well as some of the leading sports and apparel companies such as Nike and Columbia Sportswear. The result is one of the brightest, most creative and most innovative workforces in the U.S.

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THE FUTURE IS GREEN Oregon has been a forerunner in sustainable development for more than 60 years. The state was the first in the U.S. to pass environmental laws for recycling and emission standards. Today the state is a leader in clean energies such as water and wind power. Many areas of Oregon have been designated as huge state parks where Oregonians love to hike, bike, canoe, camp or fish.

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THE OREGON COAST The Oregon Coast is truly special: unlike other states, the entire coastline is publicly accessible. State parks dot the coastline and no gates, fences or private property keep anyone from walking the beaches, surfing the break, fishing, flying kites, exploring historic lighthouses and watching seals, sea lions and gray whales year-round. Each coastal city has its unique character. Astoria, in the north, was the first permanent European settlement in the Pacific Northwest. Moving southward, Cannon Beach is home to many art galleries in its quaint town center. Nearby, Haystack Rock, the third largest monolith in the world, is one of the state’s most photographed natural wonders. Tillamook is the unofficial cheese capital of Oregon: almost thirty million gallons (one million hectoliters) of milk are used to produce the famous Tillamook cheddar cheese and other dairy products. Not surprisingly, a local highlight for all visitors is the Tillamook Cheese Factory where visitors can watch production and sample products like cheese and ice cream. On the central coast, charming Depoe Bay has the smallest navigable harbor in the world and spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. Newport, a commercial fishing harbor, is home to the Oregon Coast Aquarium. Between Florence and Coos Bay, wind and waves have formed large sand dunes, which are part of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area with over 47 miles (75 km) of cream-colored, evershifting sand. Explore the dunes on foot, by dune buggy or get on a sandboard! www.visittheoregoncoast.com

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7,700 years ago, the almost 12,000 feet (4,000 m) high volcano Mt. Mazama erupted in an enormous explosion leaving nothing but a deep crater. Over hundreds of years, the crater filled with rain water and melted snow. At nearly 1,943 feet (600m), it is the deepest lake in the U.S. A 33-mile (53 km) drive around the rim offers glimpses of the intensely blue-colored water which is created by its clarity and depth. From July to September the Park Service offers boat tours. Outdoor enthusiasts find a large variety of summer hiking trails or winter sport possibilities in this outstanding national park. www.nps.gov/crla • www.southernoregon.org

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john day fossil beds national monument 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 animal species and fossil plants make this one of the world’s greatest fossil collections. The national monument consists of three very different regions which all offer interpretive centers and hiking trails to view the geological formations. The Painted Hills area of the fossil beds is especially noteworthy for its dramatic colors that shift with the light. www.nps.gov/joda • www.eova.com

newberry national volcanic monument Oregon’s dramatically diverse landscape is in part the result of millions of years of volcanic activity. One of the most fascinating and accessible volcanic sites is the Newberry National Volcanic Monument, south of the resort town of Bend. The volcano covers an area of over 500 square miles (1,300 km²) and is still active today. The last big eruption about 1,300 years ago created a huge lava field with obsidian rocks. Local Native American tribes found this volcanic natural glass useful to build weapons and tools and traded it throughout the Northwest. Today, hiking trails lead through the lava field and to various lakes, streams and waterfalls. The nearby High Desert Museum in Bend gives an excellent overview of Central Oregon’s flora and fauna. www.visitcentraloregon.com for more information visit www.traveloregon.com

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Hiking is the best way to explore the outdoors of Oregon and experience the immense diversity of the state. Trails will take you to cliffs high over the sea on the rugged coast, to volcanic peaks, to alpine forests, to high desert sagebrush plains, to hidden ponds and spectacular waterfalls. You can follow the trails of the early settlers, stroll on long sandy beaches or hike in between the vineyards and orchards in wine country. Oregon has over 230 state parks that offer a superb infrastructure from well-marked trails to modern campgrounds. You may also want to combine your hike with two other experiences that are very popular in Oregon: fishing and bird watching. The many rivers and lakes in Oregon are great locations for both activities. www.traveloregon.com/hiking • www.traveloregon.com/fishing

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canoeing & r afting With so many famous rivers ­— the Deschutes, the Rogue, the Umpqua, the Snake, the John Day and the Willamette, to name just a few — Oregon is a favorite destination for boating enthusiasts. A great variety of experiences, from class IV and V white-water to placid streams and mountain lakes, are available for rafters, kayakers and canoeists of all skill levels. Many outfitters can provide all the gear you need, or lead you on trips from one hour to several days. www.traveloregon.com/rafting

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golfing Oregon has a stunning assortment of over 200 public golf courses offering spectacular scenery, great challenges and very reasonable greens fees. Bandon Dunes Golf Resort has attracted passionate linksters from all over the world with its three top-rated courses on the Southern Oregon coast. Pumpkin Ridge and The Reserve near Portland have hosted major professional tournaments. The golf mecca of greater Bend also has 25 courses in close proximity, including the celebrated Crosswater. Most courses offer rental clubs and lessons. www.traveloregon.com/golf

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The tribes of oregon Thousands of years before Europeans started exploring the area, native tribes lived in the region. They hunted and fished, traded goods and followed ancient rituals. The history and culture of Native Americans are as diverse as the regions in which they live. Tribes on the Coast and the Willamette Valley benefited from the proximity of the sea, the many rivers, dense forests and the fertile ground, which provided ample food sources in the form of fish and deer. Natives from the western part of Oregon had time and wealth they dedicated to arts. For Native Americans east of the Cascades, terrain and weather were more challenging. The north provided great fishing with the Columbia, Deschutes, John Day and several other rivers. On the banks of the Columbia River a huge trading exchange developed where Native American tribes from as far away as Alaska, California and the Missouri Basin met to trade goods from their regions. Tribes living in the High Desert southeast of the Cascades had to adapt to the harsh, unforgiving landscape of the desert. The seasonal temperature changes forced these tribes to migrate 200 miles (300 km) or more each year, resulting in a completely different lifestyle and culture. Today the state is home to nine sovereign tribes that share their culture and traditions with visitors from near and far. The tribes govern their own land and relate the fascinating stories that have shaped this region.

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When the expedition of Lewis and Clark arrived at the mouth of the Columbia River in 1805, they knew they had accomplished their goal: they had crossed the North American continent and reached the Pacific Ocean. This monumental achievement is illustrated today by 12 park sites and historic areas on the Oregon and Washington sides of the Columbia River delta. A highlight is Fort Clatsop, Lewis and Clark’s winter encampment dating from December 1805 to March 1806. www.nps.gov/lewi • www.visittheoregoncoast.com

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The exploration of the West was celebrated as an achievement by the European settlers. But Native Americans had a different perspective: they were driven from their lands which they had inhabited for thousands of years. Eastern Oregon is home to two excellent museums which show both perspectives. The Tamástslikt Cultural Institute near Pendleton explains the over 10,000-year history and culture of the Cayuse, Umatilla and Walla Walla Tribes and how they managed to maintain their traditional songs, dances, art, language, clothing, religion and food — despite all the changes these explorers brought. One-hundred miles (160 km) southeast, the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center in Baker City offers the perspective of the early settlers on the long and dangerous journey from the East to the unknown West. From the museum, visitors can still see the famous ruts: the tracks left in the prairie ground by the settlers’ wagons 150 years later. www.tamastslikt.com • www.blm.gov/or/oregontrail

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K am Wah Chung Historic Site The gold rush in the second half of the 19th century brought thousands of Chinese gold mine workers to Eastern Oregon. Chinese businessman Lung On and herbal doctor Ing Hay bought the Kam Wah Chung building in 1887 and opened a trading post and clinic. Doctor Hay was known for his healing touch and Chinese and white pioneers alike often traveled several days for a consultation with him. The original building in John Day is now a state heritage site and contains thousands of artifacts and relics showcasing the building’s former uses as a general store, pharmacy, doctor’s office, Chinese temple and home. www.eova.com

Cowboys Cattle ranching is still a way of life in Oregon, especially as you move to the wide open spaces east of the Cascade Mountains. Many visitors come to Oregon to get a taste of the cowboy life on a guest ranch. Here they can help real wranglers round up cattle, go horseback riding, take covered wagon rides and feast at cowboy cookouts. This is your chance to experience the Wild West up-close and personal. To see how the life of the cowboy has changed over time, visit the Cowboys Then & Now Museum in Union. www.ponderosa-ranch.com • www.rocksprings.com www.barmranch.com • www.lhranch.com • www.visitlagrande.com

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Unlike most states in the U.S., Oregon has no sales tax so you automatically save 5 to 10% on everything you buy. These savings come in handy when you shop for souvenirs for your friends and family, such as artwork from Oregon artisans, a nice bottle of wine or one of the famous Pendleton blankets. “Made in Oregon” shops, found in Portland, Eugene, Salem and Newport, offer a good selection of original Oregon products and gifts. www.madeinoregon.com

OUTLET SHOPPING Oregon is an outlet shopping paradise. Six centers offer excellent savings: Troutdale in the Mt. Hood Territory, Woodburn in the Willamette Valley, Seaside and Lincoln City on the Coast, Bend in Central Oregon, and Phoenix in Southern Oregon. All over the state these shopping malls offer additional savings on brands like Aeropostale, adidas, Calvin Klein, Eddie Bauer, GAP, GUESS, Levis, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Puma, Tommy Hilfiger and many, many more. www.woodburncompanystores.com

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Start in Portland’s Pearl District and Nob Hill District around NW 23rd Avenue, where you can find upscale boutiques and art galleries. Hawthorne Boulevard on the other side of the river is lined with avant-garde shops, quirky antique and trendy clothing stores, bohemian cafes and laid back brewpubs. Lincoln City on the Coast, Bend in Central Oregon and many other smaller Oregon towns also offer unique shopping experiences. www.explorethepearl.com • www.nobhillbiz.com

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Open air markets and farmers markets are immensely popular all over Oregon. Delicious locally grown organic vegetables, fruits, artisan cheeses and meats taste even better when you buy them directly from the farmer. Portland and Eugene markets are held on Saturdays and offer live music and great people watching. See for yourself why the chefs of local restaurants come here to get their best ingredients. www.portlandfarmersmarket.org • www.eugenesaturdaymarket.org www.oregonfarmersmarkets.org

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Oregon has a vibrant and diverse cultural scene, especially for performing arts. In Portland, the Cultural District is home to several theaters, the symphony and the opera. Oregon’s independent music scene is hailed as one of the best in the country. In Portland, in the college town of Eugene, and many other cities, bands and DJs get the crowd moving on every night of the week. Check the entertainment sections of local newspapers and websites for show schedules. www.traveloregon.com/events

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On the first Thursday of every month Portland celebrates the arts with a “First Thursday” event. Galleries in downtown and the Pearl District stay open late to allow locals and visitors to wander from one gallery to another to see the latest artworks, meet the artists, enjoy wine-tastings, listen to music and mingle with like-minded art lovers. Other cities in Oregon such as Eugene and Cannon Beach are also well known for the high quality of visual art showcased in numerous galleries. www.firstthursdayportland.com

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Founded in 1892, the Portland Art Museum (PAM) is the oldest art museum in the Pacific Northwest and one of the largest in the United States. The permanent collection has more than 35,000 works of art and major traveling exhibitions. PAM, located in Portland’s Cultural District, also features a Center for Native American Art, a Center for Northwest Art, exhibitions of Asian Art, and an outdoor public sculpture garden. The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art at the University of Oregon in Eugene welcomes visitors to a vibrant remodeled 1932 building. Collection galleries featuring American, European, Korean, Japanese and Chinese art are enhanced with special exhibitions and a full complement of programs. www.portlandartmuseum.org • uoma.uoregon.edu

Live music and theater No matter what your taste in performing arts, Oregon has a performance to match it. Founded in 1935, the Tony Award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) in Ashland is among the oldest and largest professional non-profit theaters in the nation. Each year, OSF presents an eight-and-a-half-month season of eleven plays in three theaters presenting more than 770 performances. The music of Johann Sebastian Bach is celebrated at the Oregon Bach Festival in Eugene for three weeks each year in June and July. The Mt. Hood Jazz Festival annually brings superior international, national, regional and local jazz musicians to historic downtown Gresham the first weekend in August. The outdoor festival main stage performances are augmented by numerous indoor jazz concerts at restaurants all within a short walking distance of the main stage event. www.orshakes.org • www.oregonbachfestival.com • www.mthoodjazz.com

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Taste the products local chefs r ave about The cuisine of the Pacific Northwest is deeply influenced by the abundance of locally available ingredients. The sea provides fresh salmon and halibut, Dungeness crab, clams and oysters. The fertile valleys are home to vegetable farms, fruit orchards and vineyards. Cattle, many raised organically, graze on ample grassland. Thick, lush forests provide the perfect environment for wild mushrooms and berries. It is not surprising that many Oregon chefs’ mantra is FLOSS — fresh, local, organic, seasonal and sustainable — a philosophy espoused by such internationally recognized Oregon chefs as Greg Higgins, Cory Schreiber, and Caprial and John Pence. Oregon is one of the few states lucky to have an official state nut, the hazelnut. Over 95% of all hazelnuts produced in America are grown in Oregon. Chefs use them not only in baked goods, but also as a coating for fish and meat dishes to give them a distinctive touch. The state’s many wild berries are another culinary treasure; over 50 varieties grow in the Willamette Valley alone. If Oregon had an official berry, it would be the marionberry. This native fruit resembles a blackberry, but is bigger and juicier. So sit down, tuck in your napkin and get ready to enjoy hazelnut-crusted halibut or salmon with a marionberry margarita sauce, wild mushroom raviolis with sautéed pears, or a stuffed lamb rack with organic green beans and herb mashed potatoes, all washed down with an award-winning Pinot Noir. And don’t forget a marionberry cobbler for dessert!

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Salmon and Dungeness Cr ab Chinook salmon is the famous fish of the Pacific Northwest. If you enjoy fish, you simply cannot leave Oregon without sampling a fresh Chinook steak. It tastes even better when you catch it yourself in the Pacific or on one of the scores of Oregon rivers that support runs of fish. Many outfitters are available to lead you to the best fishing spots. Prized for their succulent meat, Dungeness crab are Oregon’s most popular crustacean. The commercial crabbing season runs from December through August. Winter and spring are the best time to get fresh crab. Whether in a chowder, on a salad or as a main dish, Oregon chefs have created many recipes for this local favorite. Rental traps are available and with a little local guidance, you can catch crab yourself in estuaries along the coast. www.oregondungeness.org

Oregon’s most popular crustacean

With over 300 wineries and over 700 vineyards, Oregon is one of the top wine producers in the United States. The Willamette Valley is not only at the same latitude as the Burgundy region in France, it also has similar climate conditions, which are perfect for growing finicky Pinot Noir grapes. Most wineries are small, family-owned operations that produce only a limited quantity of wines. The best way to experience Oregon wines is a tour through the wine regions with stops at the various tasting rooms in the Willamette Valley, the Rogue and Umpqua Valleys in Southern Oregon, and in the Columbia River Gorge. www.oregonwinecountry.org • www.oregonwine.org

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Microbrews In 1985, Oregon passed its brewpub law, allowing for the production, sale and consumption of beer on the same premises – and the microbrew revolution began. Today, Portland alone has the most micro breweries of any city in the world — 30 to be exact. But the rest of the state also knows how to put the locally grown hops to their best use: Oregon has more breweries per capita than any other state in the U.S. and it’s not just quantity, it’s also quality. Many breweries like Rogue Ales, Terminal Gravity Brewery and Deschutes Brewery have earned international acclaim for their creations. Pale ale or porter, strong ale or stout, the best way to sample Oregon beers is in the presence of the local brewmasters who are so passionate about their beer. www.traveloregon/beer • www.oregonbeer.org

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More and more travelers are choosing to cook on vacation. That’s because cooking schools are a fun way to hone your culinary skills, learn about the gastronomical habits of the place you’re visiting and meet like-minded people who share your love of food. All over Oregon, cooking schools staffed by expert chefs await with local recipes, sumptuous meals and good company. A class at “In Good Taste” www.ingoodtastestore.com • www.evoo.biz in for more information visit www.traveloregon.com

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Oregon is a great place for a family vacation and each region has something different to offer. The state’s beaches are perfect to fly kites. Rent one, buy one or watch the masters fly their colorful kites. The best spot to see hundreds of kites at once is Lincoln City, situated on the 45th parallel. It’s positioned at the ideal point for mixing warm equatorial air and cold polar air, which creates the best winds for kite flying. This “kite capital of the world” hosts several kite festivals each year as do other towns such as Rockaway Beach. Kite-flying competitions are not the only contests. Many beach towns (like Seaside or Cannon Beach) also hold sand castle competitions. Grab a shovel and put your architectural skills to work! A shovel also comes in handy in Eastern Oregon, where you can search for fossils in a town that is appropriately named Fossil. For a $3 admission, anyone can dig in a public fossil field with excellent chances of finding over 30million-year-old relics. Oregon’s more recent history can be explored through several unique museums and tours that are fascinating for children. Over 150 years ago, the families of the early pioneers walked thousands of kilometers to reach their dream destination: the fertile Willamette Valley. Today, the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center in Oregon City (just south of Portland) marks the official end of the trail and explains the achievement of the pioneers through living history presentations. In Portland, history can be explored by going underground. In the middle of the 19th century, a tunnel system ran under the waterfront of the city. Innocent men (and women) were kidnapped, dragged into the tunnels and sold to the captains of ships that sailed to Asia. The remnants of these infamous catacombs, tunnels, trapdoors and secret entrances can now be explored through a “Shanghai Tunnel Tour” where knowledgeable guides bring Portland’s dark history to light. Watch out for the ghosts that have been spotted here! www.visittheoregoncoast.org • www.endoftheoregontrail.org • www.shanghaitunnels.info www.portlandwalkingtours.com

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SCENIC R AILROADS Oregon’s natural beauty may be best explored aboard a historic train. On the Coast, around Mt. Hood, in central and Eastern Oregon several trains offer open-top cars, fine dining in Pullman coaches and murder mystery excursions that last between one and eight hours. www.mthoodrr.com • www.potb.org • www.eaglecaptrain.com www.crookedriverrailroad.com

Ride the Mt. Hood Railroad near Hood River

Founded in 1944 and one of the nation’s top ten science museums, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry is a world-class attraction and educational resource. Five exhibit halls and eight science labs offer 219,000 square feet (20,000 m²) of brain-powered fun through hundreds of interactive exhibits and hands-on demonstrations. OMSI’s multi-attraction complex features a big-screen OMNIMAX® Theater, the Northwest’s largest planetarium, and the U.S.S. Blueback, the last fast-attack, diesel-powered submarine built by the Navy and after serving for 31 years, the last of its kind to be decommissioned. www.omsi.edu

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Sandboarding Maybe you have already tried snowboarding. But when you come to Oregon, try sandboarding for a change! The sand dunes near Florence create the perfect terrain for this sport. Beginners and experts can rent boards that match their skill level and get all the advice they need. There is a reason why some of the world’s best sand boarders use the dunes near Florence, at the world’s first sandboard park, to come up with crazy tricks and jumps! www.sandmasterpark.com

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ONE BIG PLANE and many smaller ones The largest seaplane and largest wooden aircraft ever built, the famous Spruce Goose has found its home at the Evergreen Aviation Museum in McMinnville. Eccentric millionaire Howard Hughes partially financed the wooden plane and was also the only one to ever fly it when he took it for a one-minute hop in December 1947. www.sprucegoose.com

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here AND only here See why Oregon is so unique There are many things that make Oregon unique. From early on, Oregon has been a leader in environmental protection, passing progressive legislation that preserves and protects natural resources. In 1971, Oregon was the first state in the U.S. to pass a bill that encourages recycling by offering refunds for bottles and cans. Oregon is in the forefront of clean energy, providing wind and waterpower for several other states on the West Coast. Attention is also given to reducing car emissions by offering convenient public transportation systems. Portland International Airport is one of only five airports in the U.S. that is connected to the city via a light rail system. For less than $2 you are in the heart of the city in under 40 minutes. The city of Portland encourages everyone to use public transportation. To make bus and train use easy, riding them in downtown is free. That’s right, all trips within downtown Portland’s Fareless Square are free. Countless other examples of a sustainable lifestyle can be found throughout the state, from traffic lights that use low energy LEDs to solar-powered parking meters and ecoroofs that reduce heating costs and absorb carbon dioxides. The city of Portland offers a self-guided walking tour that showcases many of the city’s green buildings. Oregonians care deeply about the environment. They love to spend time outdoors. When you come to visit make sure to join them and explore the best Oregon has to offer: its pristine, breathtaking grandeur.

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PORTLAND Rose Festival Portland has long been known as “The City of Roses.” Since 1907, the city has held the Portland Rose Festival, a celebration (beginning in early June) that includes parades, fireworks, public concerts, sporting events, dragon boat races and other festivities. www.rosefestival.org

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Mill’s End Park is not easy to find and its size, or lack thereof, is partly to blame. It is only 102 inches (260 cm) in diameter but that has not kept the city of Portland from recognizing it as an official park. A plaque that is bigger than the park itself explains its history. Over the years, the park has received contributions of amenities like a small swimming pool and diving board for butterflies, a miniature Ferris wheel (which was delivered by a normal-sized crane) and several statues. While Mill’s End Park may not be ideal for outdoor activities, Portland’s other 200 parks are just the right size. Forest Park is the largest urban park area west of the Mississippi and ideal for hiking and biking www.portlandonline.com/parks without leaving the city limits.

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Hood to Coast R ace Only in sports-addicted Oregon can you find more than 10,000 people who are willing to run over 197 miles (300 km) from Oregon’s highest mountain to the coast as part of the largest relay race in the world. The Hood to Coast Race consists of 36 legs (each of the 12 runners on a team has to run three legs) and leads racers through some of Oregon’s most scenic regions. Most come to have fun, though some teams take their running seriously. The course record is less than 16 hours! A huge party awaits at the finish line in Seaside. After all, everyone who makes it to the coast is a winner. www.hoodtocoast.com

Beer in school Imagine a school where you can have beer in the classroom, whiskey and cigars in the detention hall and falling asleep is okay (and even encouraged). This is exactly the atmosphere you’ll find at McMenamins Kennedy School, a shuttered elementary school that’s been converted into an inn/brewpub/movie theater/gathering place, while keeping its school character — including the chalkboards! All over Oregon and Washington the McMenamin brothers, Mike and Brian, have transformed historic buildings (schools, a chapel, a railroad station, and a poor farm to name a few) into quirky pubs that all have one thing in common: they’re places where everybody, young and old, can gather for good times, great food and interesting conversation. www.mcmenamins.com for more information visit www.traveloregon.com

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TOUR SUGGESTIONS Sample itineraries to help you plan your trip The following suggested tours are designed to give you ideas for exploring Oregon. We encourage you to mix and match and incorporate the many ideas you find in these pages. Along the way, you may find surprises. Happy exploring!

TOUR 1: the connoisseur DAY 1: Start in Portland with a visit to the wine bars in The Pearl District and downtown. Browse the local arts scene and take in an evening at the theater at the Portland Performing Arts Center. Day 2: Drive into the heart of wine country around Dundee and Newberg. It’s hard to choose — so many wineries to visit! Meet vintners and taste wonderful wines. Day 3: Your day starts driving on country roads through rolling hills surrounded by vineyards. Arrive in Monmouth. The Jensen Arctic Museum offers an extensive collection of arctic art and artifacts. In Salem, Oregon’s capital city, visit Deepwood Estate, a 1894 Queen Anne home and the Hallie Ford Museum of Art. When traveling with kids, don’t miss the A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery Village. Day 4: Head south to Eugene. Art galleries and winery tasting rooms are waiting for you in the surrounding area. Check on the area’s line-up of festivals, from the colorful Oregon Country Fair to Art & the Vineyard. Day 5: Around Roseburg and Grants Pass lies the rich Umpqua, Rogue, and Applegate Valleys. Along Highway 199, discover excellent wineries. The beautiful landscape has inspired many artists to live and work here. Consider a side trip to the Oregon Caves National Monument. Day 6: Head to Jacksonville, home to the summer- long Britt Festival, and Medford, highly-regarded for its Jazz Jubilee. Ashland is the home of the world-renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Experience this classical and contemporary repertory theater at it’s best from February to October.

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TOUR 2: The pioneer Day 1: See the Collection of Native American Art at the Portland Art Museum before heading east to Oregon’s Wild West. Pendleton is home to one of the largest rodeos in the U.S., the Pendleton Round-Up, which takes place every September. A must-visit is Tamástslikt Interpretive Center on the land of the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indians. It offers a glimpse at the life of Native Americans in this region. Day 2: Continue east to La Grande and Union to see the Cowboys Now and Then! Museum, before heading to Joseph in the Wallowa Mountains, the burial place of Nez Perce Chief Joseph. Wallowa Lake and the town of Joseph, with its galleries and foundries, offer plenty to see and do. Day 3: During summer months head to Hells Canyon on the scenic highway and explore the main streets of the small rural communities (just like in the movies) on the way to historic Baker City (or drive along the main routes). At the National Historic Oregon Trail Interpretive Center follow the ruts which the wagons of the Oregon Trail pioneers carved into the prairie more than 150 years ago. Day 4: A day trip to Ontario’s Four Rivers Cultural Center & Museum traces the settlement patterns of the Northern Paiutes, Basque, JapaneseAmerican, Hispanic and Euro American immigrants. The Center offers a look at a barrack of the internment camp for Japanese-Americans after the attack on Pearl Harbor. Just outside Ontario, see the western murals in Vale. Day 5: Head west on Highway 7 and visit the gold digging operation of The Sumpter Valley Dredge, an Oregon State Park. Don’t miss the Kam Wah Chung Historic Site in John Day and plan stops at the John Day National Monument along your drive on the Journey Through Time Scenic Byway.

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TOUR SUGGESTIONS Sample itineraries to help you plan your trip TOUR 3: THE FAMILY ADVENTURE Day 1: After spending time in charming Astoria where the movies, Free Willy, Goonies, and Kindergarten Cop were filmed, visit Fort Clatsop and see how Meriwether Lewis and William Clark and their Corps of Discovery survived the winter of 1805-06. Stay in Seaside, a family-friendly town right on the beach. Day 2: Driving south, stop at the Tillamook Cheese Factory to watch the cheese production and have some ice cream. Check out the Tillamook Forest Interpretive Center and Tillamook Air Museum. Three Capes Scenic Drive offers incredible views of the Pacific. Lincoln City’s long beaches are made for kite-flying and some sales tax-free shopping at the Tanger Outlet Center will make your day. Day 3: Depoe Bay and Newport invite you for an ocean cruise (keep your eyes open for year-round whale spotting). Ripley’s Believe It Or Not, Oregon Coast Aquarium, Hatfield Marine Science Center and other attractions make Newport a popular destination. Take a short hike up to Heceta Head Lighthouse and visit Sea Lion Caves before overnighting in Florence. Day 4: Start the day with a dune buggy ride in this huge “sand box” between Florence and North Bend. The Oregon Connection in Coos Bay offers free self-guided tours of the myrtlewood factory and mill in the store. Just south of Bandon-by-the-Sea, the West Coast Game Safari Park will delight you and your family. Enjoy Gold Beach, where miles of beaches invite you to stay and ride the jet boats on the majestic Rogue River.

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TOUR 4: The OUTDOORS enthusiast Day 1: A day in the Columbia River Gorge invites you for adventures of hiking along waterfalls, a Sternwheeler river cruise, watching salmon fighting their way over fish ladders at Bonneville Dam, and wildflower picking in the spring. For high-adrenalin adventure, try whitewater rafting on the Sandy and Salmon rivers or wind and kite surfing on the Columbia River, in Hood River. Day 2: Drive south for more hiking in the Mt. Hood Wilderness, or ski year-round on Timberline’s Palmer Glacier. Day 3: Venture towards Central Oregon, a playground for all outdoor sports. Smith Rock, outside of Terrebonne, offers world-class climbing, while the Deschutes River is famous for its excellent whitewater rafting. Moonlight canoe tours take your breath away and there are more than 25 golf courses within one hour’s drive of Bend. The winter season is packed with action: downhill and cross-country skiing on Mt. Bachelor, dog sled rides, snowshoeing through protected forest areas, ice skating and snowmobiling. Day 4 The Cascade Lakes offer fantastic fishing just south of Bend. Bring your fishing gear when taking a boat tour to Wizard Island in Crater Lake National Park. The winter brings excellent cross-country skiing to the national park. Farther south, Klamath Lake is famous for bird watching and its canoe trails (with real traffic signs). The Klamath River is considered a challenging whitewater rafting river and you can also enjoy horseback riding at the Running Y Ranch.

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OREGON’s SCENIC BYWAYS And Tour Routes – a Driving Guide

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Skirting the northwestern half of the Cascades, this National Scenic Byway offers breathtaking scenery, and abundant recreational opportunities on land and water. Vistas of spectacular forests (including old growth firs) and jagged volcanic peaks are accompanied by the calming sound of the rushing rivers that parallel much of the drive. The forests provide excellent habitat for Pacific Northwest fauna, and the rivers host native salmon and trout, and provide excellent whitewater adventure. Look for the Cascades Birding Trail.

One of America’s original scenic byways, the Columbia River Highway winds the length of the majestic Columbia Gorge. The byway climbs quickly to the Vista House at Crown Point State Park (which offers a panoramic view of the Gorge), and descends along a series of waterfalls, including 620-foot (200 m) Multnomah Falls. After joining I-84, you’ll pass Bonneville Dam, the town of Hood River, and conclude your voyage in the town of The Dalles, home of the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center.

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Distance: 208 miles / 330 km Best Time: June-October Minimum Driving Time: 7-8 hours

Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway

This All American Road skirts lakes and high desert wetlands, and takes you along the 8,000 foot (2.4 km) rim of breathtaking Crater Lake. While Crater Lake (America’s deepest lake) and its historic lodge are certainly high points, this byway also passes through the Klamath Basin, which is the largest freshwater ecosystem west of the Great Lakes. The basin includes six National Wildlife Refuges and sustains over 430 bird species, including bald eagles, sand hill cranes and pelicans. Look for signs to the Klamath Basin Birding Trail.

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Pacific Coast Scenic Byway

Old-style seaside resorts, working fishing villages, some of the West’s most photographed natural landmarks and the terminus of Lewis and Clark’s great adventure – this All American Road has something for everyone. Natural wonders abound, including Haystack Rock (near Cannon Beach), Devil’s Punch Bowl (near Newport) and the expansive sand dunes south of Florence. Keep your camera handy to capture the coast’s picturesque lighthouses, such as Yaquina Head and Heceta Head. During the spring, fall, and winter, cast a keen eye offshore for migrating whales.

Distance: 350 miles / 560 km Best Time: Winter-spring (for whale watching), summer-fall

(for best weather)

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Cascade Lakes Scenic Byway

Round a bend to find Mount Bachelor looming larger than life – and find its image perfectly reflected in a mile-high lake around another corner – and you’ll understand why Scenic America named this road one of the nation’s most important byways. This National Scenic Byway passes through the heart of Oregon’s recreational paradise, providing first class fishing, hiking and camping opportunities along the shores of the Deschutes River and many lakes. Old-time lakeside resorts offer respite from the road in the form of an ice cream cone or a comfortable room.

Distance: 140 miles / 225 km Best Time: June-October Minimum Driving Time: 5-7 hours 4

McKenzie Pass & Santiam Pass Scenic Byway

Lava fields, snowcapped peaks and rushing rivers mark this National Scenic Byway loop around two of central Oregon’s Cascade Mountain passes. Winding westward from scenic Sisters, you’ll encounter shifting perspectives of the Three Sisters peaks, Mount Washington, and Three Fingered Jack. The byway occasionally parallels the Wild and Scenic McKenzie River, and passes the river’s source, aptly named Clear Lake. Anglers, hikers and skiers will delight in the ample outdoor opportunities this byway provides.

On this All American Road you can view America’s deepest gorge and 10,000-foot (3,000 m) high Wallowa Mountains. The temperature can vary by as much as 50 degrees through the day. Along the way, you’ll encounter exceptionally scenic country and fascinating cultural history – this is the land of Chief Joseph and the Nez Perce tribe. Outdoorspeople will find numerous opportunities to hike and fish in the Eagle Cap Wilderness and Hells Canyon National Recreation Area.

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West Cascades Scenic Byway

Distance: 66 miles / 100 km Best Time: June-October Minimum Driving Time: 3-5 hours 8

Oregon Outback Scenic Byway

This National Scenic Byway takes you through the Great Basin Region, capturing the landscape’s rugged diversity. Lush green forests give way to lonely sage-brush plains and rugged volcanic remains. Fort Rock National Register Site, the Picture Rock Pass National Register Site, and the Lake Abert National Register District each merit a stop. The town of Paisley provides a pit stop midway through the ride. At Lakeview, visit Oregon’s only geyser, Old Perpetual.

Distance: 171 miles / 275 km Best Time: June-October Minimum Driving Time: 4-6 hours

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Rogue-Umpqua Scenic Byway

This National Scenic Byway ascends from I-5 into the Southern Cascades, tracking two of Oregon’s most storied rivers. The first leg of the trip follows the North Umpqua east from Roseburg. After passing more than a half dozen waterfalls, the Byway reaches sparkling Diamond Lake, at the base of Mt. Thielsen (which is a short drive from Crater Lake). The byway then bends south, and soon follows the Wild and Scenic Rogue River. With abundant hiking, fishing and camping opportunities, visitors will understand why this byway is one of the state’s best-loved areas.

Distance: 172 miles / 275 km Best Time: June-October Minimum Driving Time: 5-7 hours 10

Mt. Hood Scenic Byway

Steeped in history and alive with unparalleled natural beauty, this is the same route traveled for thousands of years by Native Americans and by pioneers traversing the Oregon Trail in the mid-1800s. The landscape is a dramatic tapestry of rich farmland, wild river valleys, rugged wilderness, waterfalls and always, the imperious grandeur that is Mt. Hood. At 11,245 feet (3,429 m), Oregon’s highest peak forms an unforgettable backdrop to some of Oregon’s best recreational, natural and historic treasures.

Distance: 105 miles / 170 km Best Time: All year Minimum Driving Time: 3-4 hours

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Journey Through Time Scenic Byway

Uncommonly rich in history, this State Scenic Byway reveals tales of pioneers, towns boomed and busted, of Chinese laborers and of the creatures that wandered this terrain millions of years ago. The Wild and Scenic John Day River parallels the route, offering excellent rafting, fishing and camping. Geology buffs and anyone who’s curious about fossils will take great pleasure in the interpretive trails at the John Day Fossil Beds.

Distance: 286 miles / 465 km Best Time: Year round Minimum Driving Time: 8-10 hours 12

Blue Mountain Scenic Byway

This Oregon State Scenic Byway provides a historic and scenic alternative to I-84. Heading east, it winds through farm and ranchlands for a time before climbing into the Umatilla National Forest. Several overlooks provide spectacular views of the Blue Mountains and surrounding wilderness. The Bridge Creek Wildlife Area hosts a variety of wildlife, including a herd of over 16,000 Rocky Mountain elk. Charming towns dot the route, and outdoor recreational opportunities abound along the eastern leg.

Distance: 145 miles / 230 km Best Time: Spring and fall Minimum Driving Time: 3-4 hours 13

Elkhorn Drive Scenic Byway

This Oregon State Scenic Byway loop takes you through the Elkhorn Mountains and Oregon’s gold mining country. It follows the Powder River to Sumpter, an historic gold mining town that boasts an intact gold dredge from 1935. The road climbs to mile-high Blue Springs Summit, offering dramatic views of the Elkhorns, then drops to Granite, another historic mining community. Nearby Anthony and Grande Ronde Lakes offer picturesque settings for outdoor activities in the summer and winter.

Road Travel Conditions: For information about travel and road conditions in Oregon visit www.tripcheck.com. This comprehensive website features up-to-date information for travelers on any type of road conditions in the state of Oregon.

Distance: 106 miles / 170 km Best Time: Summer and fall oregon destination guide • 28

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High Desert Discovery Scenic Byway

This Oregon State Scenic Byway guides you through the heart of sparsely populated Harney County, offering broad panoramas of wide open spaces seldom encountered today. It’s a gateway to awe-inspiring Steens Mountain, the Diamond Craters, the Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, the Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge, the Peter French Round Barn, the quaint town of Frenchglen, and the Alvord Desert. Its austere beauty offers incredible solitude, delivering you back to a simpler time.

Distance: 131 miles Best Time: Late spring through the fall;

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Over the Rivers and Through the Woods Scenic Byway

This Oregon State Scenic Byway begins in the rich farmland of the Willamette Valley, then winds along rushing streams and through thick forests as it climbs into the Cascades to join the West Cascades and McKenzie/Santiam Pass National Scenic Byways. You’ll drive through some of Oregon’s oldest settlements, while experiencing the geographic diversity of five western Oregon ecosystems. With access to rivers, reservoirs, parks, campgrounds and small town shopping, this Byway offers a wide range of family recreational activities.

Distance: 66 miles / 105 km Best Time: Year round Minimum Driving Time: 2-3 hours

passable year round

Minimum Driving Time: 5-7 hours

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OREGON HIGHLIGHTS Don’t miss these events and adventures storm watching Winter is a great time to watch Mother Nature unleash her fury as Pacific storms send huge waves crashing on the rocks of the Oregon Coast. Get into your waterproof gear and watch the tempest from cliffs above the sea. When the storms subside, walk the beaches to see what treasures the surf has cast upon bird watching Oregon’s diverse habitats with marshes, the shore. www.visittheoregoncoast.com rivers and lakes create ideal conditions for bird-watching. Bring your binoculars and head to several wildlife refuges and parks: whale watching From November to June, Malheur Wildlife Refuge (Southeast), Klamath Basin (South), thousands of whales pass the Oregon coast on their Mt. Hood Territory and Fernhill Wetlands near Portland. migration between Alaska and Mexico. Along the coast, Online guides that include over 25 whale watching information on resident birds, stations staffed with volunteers maps of hiking trails and birdhelp you sight these graceful watching tips can be found at animals and explain the www.oregonbirdingtrails.org migration patterns of the gray whales. rodeos The best cowboys www.whalespoken.org (and cowgirls) get an opportunity to showcase their pow wows Pow Wows are skills at rodeos throughout the traditional gatherings of Native state in competitions like barrel Americans. The native tribes racing, bull riding and bronc in Oregon hold several Pow riding. Oregon’s biggest event Wows each year and visitors is the Pendleton Round-Up, one are invited to attend and learn of the oldest and most famous more about the rich culture rodeos in the world (held the and history of the Native 3rd weekend in September). Americans in the Pacific Other important rodeos are Northwest. Pow Wows usually the Sisters Rodeo in Central last several days and feature Oregon (June) and the St. Paul several events including various Rodeo in the Willamette Valley traditional dances. (July). www.traveloregon.com/ pole pedal paddle A unique relay race held each May in Central Oregon with six legs that include alpine skiing/ snowboarding, cross-country skiing, biking, running, canoe/ kayaking and sprinting to the finish! You can do it all yourself or be part of a team. www.mbsef.org

cycle oregon Each September, Cycle Oregon takes a group of over 1,500 cyclists from around the world on a scenic tour through Oregon. The 7-day ride is fully supported with shower vans, luggage transportation, a team to set up tents for the participants and most importantly, a beer and wine garden. www.cycleoregon.com

oregon bounty Oregon Bounty celebrates the state’s diverse culinary experiences. In October, food enthusiasts can sample the latest vintages and artisan products at local wineries; take part in harvest festivals around the state; and dine at fine restaurants featuring distinctive Oregon Bounty menu items. Oregon Bounty offers an opportunity to meet growers, producers, chefs, winemakers and brewmasters who make Oregon’s memorable cuisine. www.traveloregon.com/bounty

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microbrew festivals The best way to experience Oregon’s brewing culture is to attend one of the many microbrew festivals like the Oregon Brewer’s Festival in Portland (each July) or the microbrew festival in Central Point in Southern Oregon (each September). Several Oktoberfests are also a good opportunity to sample local beers. MARTIN STOLL

www.pendletonroundup.com www.sistersrodeo.com www.stpaulrodeo.com

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portland mar athon Over the last several years, the Portland Marathon has become one of the best running events in the U.S. Experts and leading running magazines have voted it not only as one of the most organized and friendliest events but also as a great race to run your first marathon. The marathon is more than a race, it’s a big party. Over 70 bands play along the course and cheer the runners on, together with tens of thousands of spectators. www.portlandmarathon.org oregon destination guide • 30

We are happy to send you more information about your vacation possibilities in Oregon. Travel Oregon Visitor information/order maps and brochures: 670 Hawthorne Avenue SE, Suite 240 Salem, Oregon 97301 www.traveloregon.com Phone: 1-503-547-7842

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ABOUT OREGON Oregon is located in the northwestern corner of the United States, and borders California in the south, Washington in the north and Idaho and Nevada in the east. Southern Oregon is less than a 6 hour drive away from San Francisco, California. Portland, in the north, is only 3 hours away from Seattle, Washington. The state is the 10th largest in the U.S. and has a population of about 3.5 million people. Salem is the capital, but Portland is the largest city, with 2.2 million people living in the metropolitan area. The state is known for its natural beauty and breathtaking landscapes. Rugged cliffs and sandy beaches on the coast, snow covered peaks in the mountains and a dry high desert in the east make Oregon one of the most diverse places to visit in the U.S.

GETTING TO OREGON In 2003 Lufthansa began nonstop flights between Europe and Oregon making it even easier to visit the state. Besides Portland’s award-winning international airport (PDX), which is served by 18 different carriers, several other airports like Eugene, Redmond or Medford offer flights to and from many other U.S. cities.

Concept and text by Martin Stoll Design by Pail Design, Portland, Oregon Maps courtesy of In House Graphics, Salem, Oregon Cover Photo: Painted Hills near John Day, Eastern Oregon, by David Jensen Copyright © 2007 Travel Oregon, State of Oregon

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