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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
Enjoy a 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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Herbert
Hoover's Home in Newberg
Visit the boyhood home of Herbert Hoover,
31st president of the United States, where he lived from 1885 to 1889. The pear
tree in the back yard, planted in 1879, still produces pears and is designated
as an Oregon Heritage Tree. |
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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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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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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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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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Hike
to Sahalie Falls
in Central Oregon. 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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in Mt. Angel is more than just a celebration of German culture - it's
one of Oregon's longest festivals and has become more family friendly with each
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Salem
Area's Recreational Secrets
Oregon's
capital city, Salem, as well as the surrounding region of Marion and Polk County
are extremely diverse. Salem is known for state government, unique historic museums,
award-winning wineries and beautiful gardens. | |
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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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Oregon
Gardens of Eden in Salem
In
Salem, Oregon residents and visitors alike have access to beautiful inspirational
gardens, as well as the gardens at commercial flower farms. |
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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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Salem
A City with Diverse Appeal
Oregon's
capital city, Salem, is nestled within the incomparably beautiful Willamette Valley.
This Eden-like region is filled with diverse venues and attractions that appeal
to a wide range of travel interests. | |
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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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Oregon
Wine Country
There
are many regions within Oregon Wine Country. Most of the focus is on the fertile
Willamette and Yamhill valleys. Learn about Oregon's wineries, where to go and
taste, where to eat and more. |
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 | Opal
Creek and Old Growth in the Willamette Valley area. Gigantic trees
tower along a wilderness river and an old lumber mill. | |
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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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What's
Your Favorite Willamette Valley 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! |
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