Road Trip: Wasco, Moro and Maupin

Between the Columbia River Gorge and the high desert of Central Oregon lies an undiscovered country. Sunny and tranquil, the highways wind through a string of small towns where friendly residents have been quietly making their living in farming, ranching and outdoor recreation for generations. Towns like Wasco, Moro and Maupin aren’t exactly secret, just…

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Maupin

Central Oregon

Named for a 19th-century pioneer who also ran a ferry here, Maupin’s history has long been tied to the Deschutes River.

Today you can enjoy the river in myriad ways: Book a rafting or fly-fishing trip, or just enjoy the rich animal and bird life with a hike along the water.

Central Oregon

Nearby cities: Tygh Valley, Wamic, Kent, Grass Valley, Dufur

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Fly Fishing and Road Biking in Maupin

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Whitewater SUPing on the Lower Deschutes

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Where can I go rafting near Portland with a 6 year-old?

For rafting near Portland with a six year old I’d suggest the Deschutes River near Maupin. It’s a great introduction to rafting and flows all summer long!