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Valley Travel Ideas |
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House in Silveton at the Oregon Garden
The state's only Frank
Lloyd Wright-designed house originally occupied a scenic setting on the south
side of the Willamette River, near the Charbonneau development in Wilsonville. |
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MT
Angel Abbey & Seminary in St. Benedict
Enjoya serene setting
which provides a stunning view of four volcanoes, the foothills of the Cascades,
and a great chunk of verdant, Willamette Valley farmland. |
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In Oregon
It was the force of water that turned these wheels, that
engaged the gears, that revolved the millstones, that ground the grain, that fed
the farmers and their families. Experience an important part of farming history. |
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Backroad
Wineries of Yamhill County
Drive and admire expansive views, enjoy
bucolic scenery, savor samples of world famous wines as you explore the backroad
wineries of Yamhill County. | |
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Willamette Mission Park in the Willamette Valley - This riverside
loop through Willamette Mission State Park not only visits the nation's largest
black cottonwood tree, but it also includes a free ferry ride across the Willamette
River and back. |
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Oregon
Rhododendrons
Our mix of moisture, mild weather, and acidic soil, make this region a Rhododendron
paradise. There are a number of outstanding public and private gardens in the
Pacific Northwest dedicated to this species. |
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Hike
to Sahalie Falls
in the Willamette Valley. Get a quick introduction to Oregon's roaring rivers,
waterfalls, and old-growth forests with a loop trail around the McKenzie River's
two grandest waterfalls. | |
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Salem's
Riverfront Carousel
It doesn't matter if you are young or old, when
you visit the Salem Riverfront Carousel your face will light up. |
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Salem
Area's Recreational Secrets
Salem is known for
state government, unique historic museums, award-winning wineries and beautiful
gardens. However, the region also boasts outstanding outdoor recreational opportunities
that are a well kept secret. | |
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Oregon
Gardens of Eden
Whether you enjoy just walking through gardens, the activity of gardening or are
an armchair gardener, you’ll find plenty of inspiration when you visit the
region’s public gardens. Here are a few places to visit. |
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Salem
A City with Diverse Appeal
This Eden-like region
is filled with diverse venues and attractions that appeal to a wide range of travel
interests. The city and its surrounding area hold undeniable appeal. |
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Visit A.C. Gilbert's
Discovery Village next to Riverfront Park. Discovery Village provides
innovative and stimulating educational experiences that spark children's natural
curiosity. |
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Silver
Falls Hike
The full loop to see all 10 waterfalls (from South Falls
to North Falls) is a moderate hike of 6.9 miles, gaining 700 feet of elevation,
but the recommended shortcut (omitting Twin and North Falls) trims the loop to
5.1 miles. |
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Silver
Falls Tour Route
Silver Falls State Park is intimate in spite of the thunder of its waterfalls.
Slow down to take in a peaceful countryside, rural towns that beam with Oregon
history, shops, galleries, fresh fruit and flowers and family festivals. |
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Mt.
Hood Travel Ideas
Mt. Hood Territory covers a lot of ground and so
do we. Here are nine, count 'em, 9, travel itineraries on around Oregon's landmark
Mt. Hood. |
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What's Your Favorite
Oregon Experience?
We're always looking for new ideas, too. Please
send us an e-mail message briefly describing how you experience Oregon. We'll
personally get back to you! | |
