The Oregon Garden features 80-acres of stunning botanical gardens, including 20 colorful specialty gardens, amazing blooms and beautiful water features. The Garden also boasts a Children's Garden, which is sure to keep the little ones entertained. The Garden also features a Visitor's Center, Cafe and Gift Shop, perfect for grabbing lunch or purchasing souvenirs. The Garden is the perfect setting for weddings and receptions, company events and family reunions.See more..
A historical highway built as the first paved road in the Northwestern portion of Oregon.See more..
4.0Pendleton Woolen Mill Store(412 reviews) - Must Stop Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops • Historic Sites
I am a Northwest guy and Pendleton products have been in my life for over 7 decades. I am a 100% disabled vet so purchasing a $400 blanket was a bit of a push. We bought items from the bargain section which were good looking items but just off a bit not perfect. We spent 2 hours looking and walked out with several stunning items now brought into our home for a great price. These products will outlast you and are worthy of passing down.See more..
4.5Timberline Lodge(341 reviews) - Rich with history and great for the whole family Historic Sites
We were lucky to catch one of the ranger-led tours and it was fascinating to hear about how the lodge was constructed during the Depression. It's also amazing to be able to sit on and interact with the original furniture and art--like traveling back through time! Prior to the tour, we took our kids on the skylift, which was worth the price because we brought snacks and spent some time enjoying the top before riding back down. This was a great stop in Mt. Hood!See more..
Portland Center Stage at The Armory is the largest theater company in Portland that produces fully professional theatrical production for the community, and is one of the 20 largest regional theater companies in the United States. There are two theaters located inside The Armory: the 590-seat U.S. Bank Main Stage and the 190-seat Ellyn Bye Studio. Established in 1988 as an offshoot of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the company became independent in 1994. An estimated 150,000 visitors attend The Armory annually to enjoy a mix of classical, contemporary and world premiere productions, along with the annual JAW: A Playwrights Festival, and a variety of high quality education and community programs. Eleven productions are offered each season, in addition to roughly 400 community events. The Armory was the first building on the National Register of Historic Places — and the first performing arts venue in the country — to achieve a LEED Platinum rating.See more..
My daughter got married there and it was amazing! It was a beautiful day and the facilities were incredibly nice (rustic). These are just a few of the great photos we got that day. The price was very reasonable and the park rangers helped us a lot. We booked the area for Friday, Saturday and Sunday so we had plenty of time. And we paid the parking fee for everyone (ranger collected it at the end of the evening). We also used a party trolley so people didn't have to drive if they didn't want to. Good time had by all!See more..
4.5Oregon City Municipal Elevator(166 reviews) - Great view of the city; smooth ride Sunday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Historic Sites
The Oregon City Municipal Elevator has been in operation for over 100 years. The original elevator was constructed in 1915. It was powered by hydrolics and took about three minutes to reach the top of the bluff. In 1925 it was converted to electric power that was being generated by the water flowing from the Willamette river. The current elevator was completed in May of 1955. It was included on the National Register of Historic places in May of 2014. The elevator is owned by Oregon City and staffed by the Downtown Oregon City Association. Current hours are Monday-Saturday 7am-7pm and Sunday 10am-7pm.See more..
Great place to stop for restrooms, souvenirs (gift shop) and views. We were there on a Sunday morning and even though the weather was beautiful, we had no difficulty finding parking or entering the buildings. We made a couple of purchases including a bottle of Crater Lake branded wine.See more..
In the middle of the city sits the 90-acre Bush's Pasture Park, with trails for jogging, walking or biking, picnic areas and playgrounds, Oregon's oldest greenhouse conservatory and the historic Bush House Museum, a Victorian home with original wallpaper and furnishings.See more..
4.5Deepwood Museum & Gardens(73 reviews) - The best of Salem past and present. Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites
We are so much more than a historic house museum! While you are visiting Deepwood take a museum home tour (9, 10, 11 and Noon Wed thru Saturday) and learn about early Salem history, enjoy a picnic, walk the nature trails, take pleasure in the beautiful flowers and native plants, explore the formal gardens designed by Lord & Schryver, see the exotic plants in our greenhouse, take family photos, or simply enjoy the quiet of this oasis within the city. Throughout the year Deepwood hosts a variety of popular community events and programs. There is something for everyone at Deepwood!See more..
When entering the small town of Fossil, the County Seat of Wheeler County, it took a while driving in circles to find the free dig site behind the Wheeler High School. A welcome relief was the port-a-potty in the parking lot of the School. The donation box is to the right of the trail up do the digging grounds. The trail is very thin as it head up to the hill. The digging site is fenced off and has signs of where not to dig. As this was my first trek for fossil hunting, I hammered away not knowing I was probably obliterating fossils. After a few hours I was hot, discouraged and ready to leave when a woman asked me what I had found. When I responded, “nothing” she produced her many finds. I parked where she led me and found myriad fossils but the rock was very fragile. I had been trying too hard – they were there for the picking. I stayed until nightfall and had a delightful first fossil hunting trip. So put your rock hammer away and enjoy the fossil finds at Fossil, Oregon.See more..
4.5Butte Creek Mill(55 reviews) - Closed ☹️ Reopening 2022 Sunday: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Historic Sites
I’m from Arizona. Whenever I’m near Eaglepoint/Medford OR area I swing by Butte Creek Mill and take a walk through Antelope Creek Bridge (1922) at the corner. I love the mills stone ground cereals, pancake batter and marionberry syrup/jam. Since the fire the shell has been rebuilt. Needs about 50 years to “cure“. They are working on the inside. Planned re-open date of 2022.See more..
Eden Valley Orchards 2319 Voorhies Road Medford, OR 97501 This orchard property has been in cultivation since the mid-1850s. Joseph H. Stewart bought and named Eden Valley Orchards in 1885 and became widely recognized as the father of the commercial pear industry in Southern Oregon. It historically has been a social gathering place for local people, and its proportions, surrounding amenities, and valley views are highly attractive to guests. Our estate pears are made into hard pear cider to be released this winter.See more..
4.5Heritage Station Museum(50 reviews) - Great time! Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
Heritage Station Museum is run by the Umatilla County Historical Society, a 501(c)(3) organization, established in 1974. The Museum is housed in the 1909 train depot which was converted into a museum in 1987. Today the grounds include archive storage, offices, open air amphitheater, and outdoor exhibits. The outdoor exhibits include a homestead cabin, a Union Pacific caboose, Windmill, Signal House, and barn (all of which you may enter and explore). The indoor exhibits celebrate the history of the county, with a permanent Oregon Trail exhibit, railroad information, newspaper/post office, local agriculture, and several changing exhibits. Picnic tables are available at a small park outside museum.See more..
Located in Bush’s Pasture Park, the Bush House Museum is Salem’s 19th century time capsule. Operated by the Salem Art Association on behalf of the City of Salem, the Museum offers tours to the public and preserves and interprets the heritage of the Bush House and Bush’s Pasture Park to illuminate Oregon history and culture associated with the lives and legacy of Salem’s Bush Family. Featuring many iconic 19th century furnishings, this once technologically advanced home also contains much of its original decor. As the comfortable home of a Bush family member until 1953, the Bush House Museum continues to welcome Salem visitors of all ages throughout the year. While in Bush’s Pasture Park, visitors can also explore the recently restored 1882 Conservatory, the second oldest in the west, and the Bush Barn Art Center. The 90 acre park also features walking trails, a civic rose garden and several children’s play areas.See more..
4.0Fort Klamath Museum(33 reviews) - Worth the stop on the way! Sunday: Historic Sites
The Klamath County Museum is located on the grounds of the Civil War-era fort that served as a frontier Army outpost in south-central Oregon. The grounds include the graves of four Modoc Indians executed by the Army after the Modoc Indian War of 1872-73. The museum is open from Memorial Day through September. Admission is free. Donations are appreciated.See more..
4.5The Office Bridge(24 reviews) - Just wandered to this great feature! Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Bridges
We were on a long road trip and came out this direction to ride our mountain bikes on the North Fork Trail and found this cool feature by chance! It was cool to drive our Truck and Camper on a covered bridge. Nice open parking area at both end to wait for one way traffic. At the far end there is access to the trail and a covered picnic area too. We were all by ourselves and were able to take a video crossing the bridge. Pretty cool when you stumble on things like this and you are not expectign them - the benefits of wandering!See more..
4.5Jenkins Estate(23 reviews) - Beautiful and peaceful Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Walking Areas
This is a hidden gem to spend an hour or two walking around and soaking in the beauty of the trees, gardens and walkways.See more..
If you love local history, this is a must-visit place. Found just off off 99, it tells the story of Dr. Minthorn and his nephew Bert who became a U.S. President, better known as Herbert Hoover. Great stories about the family and their history. I have even brought my kids there and they enjoy it as well.See more..
4.0Lowell Bridge(15 reviews) - History Past a Present to the Future Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Bridges
Free of charge - Dexter Lake. From IH-5 take the Oakridge/Hwy. 58 exit. Travel east to Lowell. Bridge is at east end of lake. Beautiful structures and information on site.See more..
Well worth the stop. Walk beyond the monarch butterfly pavilion, read the signposts among the way and saunter down the hill. It’s worth the stop. Also see the butterfly pavilion and buy at the gift shop to support a good cause. See more..
5.0Historic Pinehurst Inn(9 reviews) - a GREAT ESCAPE Historic Sites No fuss, no phone, no TV.Terrific food. A wonderful place to regenerate. A gift from my son -- it was just what we needed!See more..
4.5M Crow & Company General Store(7 reviews) - Gotta stop Sunday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
A general store and brewery offering cold beer, pizza made from scratch, everyday groceries, ice, cold drinks, camping/hunting supplies, and American made M CROW goods.See more..
5.0McKee Bridge(4 reviews) - Covered bridge in Applegate Valley Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites
Fun covered bridge to visit, with a nice picnic and camp area right on the Applegate River...beautiful area and an easy drive.See more..
4.0Newell Pioneer Village(4 reviews) - Worth your time to stop here. Sunday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • History Museums
Newell Pioneer Village is a complex including the Robert Newell House, Pioneer Mother's Memorial Cabin, Old Butteville Academy, and the Old Butteville Jail.See more..
4.5Deadman Pass Viewpoint(4 reviews) - Love Deadman's Pass. All of it! Spent < 1 hour Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks • Lookouts
I have enjoyed driving up the mountains throughout my life and the view point was usually the first stop, just to look and enjoy. Good memories at this view overlooking the base of the Blues, Pendleton, and all the farm land. I love it. No bathrooms though. Just FYI. See more..
5.0Monteith House(4 reviews) - Lovingly and beautifully restored. Historic Sites
Well worth visiting and taking a tour with knowledgeable, costumed volunteers. Check the website for hours.See more..
5.0John W Tigard House(2 reviews) - Open house and 108th birthday party for Curtis Tigard. Historic Sites Great history of the Tigard community without being overwhelming. The house features functioning period furniture and many historic pictures. This social event was a great opportunity to meet neighbors and share stories of growing up in Tigard in the 1950s.See more..
5.0Cornucopia(1 review) - Good Ghost Town Spent 1-2 hours Historic Sites • Ghost Towns I never found the Mining area here, but lots of interesting buildings. Area is heavily repopulated. I think mostly vacation homes.See more..
Sumpter a ghost town with mining history, historic buildings on the Main street and nowadays a population of about 200 and the Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage Area are situated 30 miles West of Baker City at the base of the Elkhorn Range in the Blue Mountains. Driving into the valley, you see the scenic mountain peaks of the Elkhorns on one side. On the other side, among trees and bushes your eyes will become bigger and bigger. There are piles of gravel, huge mounds of mine dumps, so-called tailings—refuse from the gold rush days. Most of the Sumpter Valley Dredge State Heritage Area consists of these tailings. The park´s centerpiece is a five-story vessel known as The Dredge, one of the tools used to dig up the valley floor along the Powder River. It stopped operating in 1954. Another witty thing you will find in the remnants of this little Western style lively hicktown isa signpost “Cannabis Dispensary”! Who would have expected this “innovation” in such a remote wasteland where most of the residents are elders?See more..
The Silverton Murals are one of the city’s top attractions, depicting scenes of Silverton’s are heritage, industry, beauty and more. The Murals are curated by the Silverton Mural Society, a local nonprofit, dedicated to preserving the town’s history through art.See more..
