Oregon Vacation Guide, Travel & Tourism #71 - 80

Oregon is a gorgeous Pacific Northwest state located just north of California and a fantastic vacation spot. Oregon’s diverse geography allows for all different types of great vacations. Within the state there are beautiful, long stretching coastlines, dense forests, and busy cities. There is plenty of fun to be had outdoors and many different things to do in Oregon. Hike Mt. Hood, visit a Japanese garden, or do some urban exploration in the major city, Portland! There are many Oregon resorts, hotels and Oregon travel deals to choose from when planning your Oregon vacation.

First stop, Portland, Oregon’s biggest city and a popular vacation destination. This city is filled with fun things to do and see and a definite stop on anyone’s Oregon travels. Literally stop and smell the roses at the international rose test garden, featuring roses from all over the world and striking views of the city. A great weekend activity is to stop at the market held downtown every Saturday and Sunday, from March through Christmas Eve. At the Portland outdoor market, everything is made by locals and there is live music, food vendors, and crafts for kids. Check out the fast-growing gourmet dining scene and the ever-popular microbreweries of Portland. Stroll a city park and go shopping on your last day in Portland.

The Oregon coast is one of the largest in the country and a great destination for a Oregon family vacation. The three hundred miles of coast line provides an endless possibility of beaches to enjoy. Popular beach activities include surfing, boating and driving a dune buggy. More water sports can be enjoyed on the Rouge River, where adventure seekers can go white water rafting and fishing. Also head to Crater Lake, the deepest lake in the country, and a popular Oregon vacation destination. Pick up an Oregon travel guide to help you navigate this magnificent coastline.

Drive over to Hells Canyon, which has the deepest river gorge in the country and trails and open areas for horseback riding, hiking, and nature exploration. For a great view of Oregon, Wallowa Lake has a tramway overlooking the Eagle Cap Wilderness area, where you can spend the day hiking and biking. Because of Oregon’s location, you can actually ski year round in certain mountain areas! Check out Mt. Hood’s Meadows Ski Resort, great for year round skiing, and hike and bike other areas of Mt. Hood in the summer months. This mountain area is a very popular vacation destination and there are several lodges and Oregon bed and breakfasts nearby.

From outdoor adventures to spa vacations, Oregon has it all. A peaceful state full of natural wonders and a very interesting capitol city, Oregon is a great place to consider spending your next vacation. Plan an Oregon family vacation or an Oregon getaway on our website, RealAdventures.com today!

Jeanine Kutil