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Visit a Travel Oregon Welcome Center

November 30, 2017
Experiencing all that Oregon has to offer can be a daunting task, even for seasoned travelers. Even lifelong Oregonians are still finding new things about the place we call home. Luckily, you don't have to navigate it alone. Travel Oregon has eight official Welcome Centers strategically located at key entry points throughout the state. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff are here to help you make the most of your visit, whether you're a seasoned explorer or a first-time adventurer. More

Ride the Oregon Scenic Bikeways

November 22, 2017
These aren't your typical bike routes. Oregon Scenic Bikeways are the state's best road rides, showcasing incredible, only-in-Oregon scenery — along high-desert highways, past geologic wonders, on covered bridges, next to roaring rivers, over snowy mountain passes and through charming communities. Not one Oregon Scenic Bikeway is just like the other, so we don't blame you for trying to experience them all. More
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Play Travel Oregon: The Game

October 26, 2017
"Travel Oregon: The Game" pays tribute to the classic game you might remember from elementary school. More
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Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway

September 21, 2017
The high points are many on this volcano-to-volcano, 140-mile/225-kilometer drive, where eons of eruptions and lava flows left a fiery heritage of cinder cones, pumice plains and unforgettable Crater Lake — one of the 7 Wonders of Oregon. More
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See Oregon in 360 Degrees

April 26, 2017
It's not every day that a robot fish shares his favorite things to do in Oregon. But then again this is Oregon, a place that is pretty far from ordinary. More
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Spring Trip Ideas in Mt. Hood & The Columbia River Gorge

March 27, 2017
Spring in Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge is the best of both worlds. Here you can enjoy fresh ski tracks in the morning and play watersports in the afternoon. Waterfalls are gushing from winter run-off, wildflowers are in full bloom and the days are noticeably longer — which means your ski runs are too. As spring casts its warm embrace on the region, there are more than enough reasons to explore Mt. Hood and the Columbia River Gorge. Just be sure to take... More
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Oregon Electric Byways

March 7, 2017
Oregon is home to one of the largest and most robust networks of electric vehicle fast-charging stations in the U.S. And in between the many EV charging stations are scenic routes dotted with environmentally friendly businesses — from hotels and spas to wineries, breweries and restaurants. So while you're busy practicing sustainable travel along the woodsy back roads of Oregon, stop by an charming landmark and charge your car. Driving carbon-free definitely has its perks. More
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Top Trip Ideas to Inspire 2017

December 9, 2016
Need the perfect present for the holidays? Give the gift of travel. No wrapping paper needed. There are plenty of places in Oregon that you and your loved ones probably haven't explored before. Or maybe you didn't delve deep enough. Sure, you've visited the Oregon Coast, but have you witnessed the annual migration of thousands of gray whales? And why limit camping to summertime when we have year-round glamping destinations? Visit someplace new, experience something different and make memories for life. Travel is the gift... More
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From Farm to Pint Glass: Oregon’s Craft Beer Paradise

December 1, 2016
Ever since Henry Weinhard offered to inaugurate Portland’s Skidmore fountain by pumping it full of his local lager in 1888, Oregon has become a legendary locale for craft brewing. You can hardly drive through a town in the U.S. now without finding fantastic craft beer. Even in this abundance, the state of Oregon stands out, offering a unique opportunity to follow beer straight to the source. Here, you can enjoy the craft ale experience from the moment the hops are harvested to the last drop... More
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Oregon Weather Compass

It rains in Oregon. But what you might not know is that it’s also sunny here — you just have to know where to look to find the sun. The same goes for snow, because all that rain gets turned into snow if you’re up on Mt. Hood or Mt. Bachelor or any of our… More
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