Spectacular scenery, dynamic cities, and culinary adventures make it hard to run out of things to do in Oregon, but it would be fun to try.
If Oregon were a painting it would be a giant canvas splattered with a million colors. It would be a work of art one could interpret how they want. For some, the Beaver State is all about the urban delights of a city like Portland; for others, Oregon is about the rugged beauty of places like the Pacific Ocean, the high desert, the mountains, or Crater Lake National Park.
This variety is what makes Oregon so appealing. You can return year after year and experience something new each time. We’ve rounded up our picks for the best things to do in Oregon to inspire your next trip.
Oregon has just one national park and it packs a mighty wallop. At 1943ft, Crater Lake is the deepest lake in the United States and the ninth deepest in the world. Nestled inside a caldera atop Mt Mazama, Crater Lake is one of the brightest, bluest lakes on earth with a tint so brilliant it almost doesn’t look real. If you do nothing but get out of your car and peer at the water, it’s worth the trip. Should you choose to stay longer (and you definitely should), there are 90 miles of hiking trails including the 1-mile looped, wheelchair-accessible Godfrey Glen Trail and the moderately challenging 3.5-mile out-and-back climb to Garfield Peak, which rewards you with jaw-dropping vistas of the lake and the Cascade Mountains. During summer, boat rides to Wizard Island and wheelchair-accessible trolley tours are available.
Planning tip: Crater Lake National Park receives an average of 42in of snow each winter. Most falls between November and March, but snow in October, April, May or June is not unusual. The snowy season is beautiful and less crowded but road closures may limit your ability to navigate the park. Check the NPS website for weather-related updates before your visit.
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The 363-mile Oregon Coast Scenic Byway road trip is an unforgettable journey of stunning rock formations, crashing waves, and wildlife like seals and whales. The starts in Astoria and ends in Brookings. Along the way, you’ll pass through tiny coastal communities, historic lighthouses, and long stretches of sandy beach that are 100% free and open to the public.
Stops include a wheelchair-accessible jaunt along a century-old, 1.5-mile beachfront promenade in Seaside and Haystack Rock, a 235ft-tall sea stack in Cannon Beach. Other highlights are free self-guided tours of the Tillamook Creamery, the Oregon Coast Aquarium, hundreds of sea lions at the Sea Lion Caves, and the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area.
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The 60th edition of the art extravaganza that’s the Venice Biennale runs until 24 November at the two main venues Giardini and Arsenale. as well as countless offsite locations, official and unofficial. There are 88 National participations this year, with four countries participating for the first time: Republic of Benin, Ethiopia, United Republic of Tanzania, and Democratic Republic of Timor Leste. Here are eleven of the must see country pavilions.
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Oregon is very much a year-round destination, and each season brings with it its own special perks. Summers are undoubtedly magical, with warm temperatures that make it next to impossible for most people to stay inside. However, each season brings with it its own special charm, and while you may encounter some rain, just remember that it’s part of the Oregon experience. Here’s what you need to know about Oregon throughout the year.
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