You might wish Oregon winters were year-round, and you’re not alone.
From downhill skiing and snowboarding to snow fat-biking and cosmic tubing, snowfall means uniquely Oregon adventures. Ready to explore our winter playgrounds? Dust off your skis and take a look around.
If you’re looking to reach new heights, look no further.
Climbers come from all over the world to Oregon — to the towering spires of Smith Rock, birthplace of American sport climbing; to the snowy summit of Mt. Hood, Oregon’s tallest mountain; to the treetops of centuries-old Douglas fir. And if you’re not sure where to start, let our expert guides show you the ropes.
Oregon is a big place. It stretches 400 miles across and is over 360 miles long.
Each of Oregon’s seven tourism regions offer its own scenery, climate and travel experience. Knowing the regions makes trip planning easier, from choosing what fits your interests to understanding seasonal weather and drive times. You can explore all of Oregon’s regions in a single trip or dive into one or two for a more relaxed, memorable Oregon getaway.
How do I choose which region to visit? Start with identifying your ideal activities: Coastal scenery and beach towns point you west (Oregon Coast, Southern Oregon), while food, wine and charming towns draw visitors to the valleys (Portland Region and Willamette Valley). Outdoor adventure, snow sports and alpine lakes are common east of the Cascades (Mt. Hood and Columbia River Gorge, Central Oregon), while wide-open spaces and rugged terrain define the east (Eastern Oregon).
Nature and wildlife are always nearby when you’re in Oregon.
So grab your binoculars and search for birds and whales, mushrooms in the forest or wildflowers in the spring.
We keep our traditions alive with living history exhibits and cultural events.
Learn about the pioneers on the Oregon Trail, the first immigrants from China and the American Indian tribes.
It doesn’t matter whether you’re a lean, mean road warrior; a low-key city cruiser; a laid-back stump jumper; or an elbow-to-elbow cyclocrosser; Oregon has something awesome for you to do while perched on top of two wheels.
Oregon has high desert country to the east, balmy coast to the west, and mountains, rivers and forests in between.
Not to mention many great towns on your must-see list. You’ve got a lot of ground to cover, and we are here to help you figure out how to get around.
Catch some air above the water.
The span of Columbia River near Hood River is one of the country’s top spots for windsurfing and kiteboarding, earning it the moniker “windsurfing capital of the world.” The sport has spread to other popular waterways around the state too. The annual Pistol River Wave Bash takes place in June in Gold Beach on the Oregon Coast.
Where would you like to hike today? We have mountain ranges, national forests, rocky coasts, crashing waterfalls and high desert.
Whether you’re overnight camping, day hiking, walking or multi-day backpacking, we have hundreds of hikes waiting for you in the great Oregon outdoors. So go ahead, take a look around. Oregon’s trails are ready when you are.
You’ll be hooked on all the fishing opportunities in Oregon.
Few places in the world have Oregon’s diversity and quality of angling. Salmon and halibut dominate 363 miles of Pacific coastline, while salmon and steelhead run in major rivers in the central and eastern regions of the state and countless smaller streams and reservoirs are teeming with trout and panfish.
