If I could choose just a few things for you do in an afternoon near Newberg, they would be as follows: Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum: This is a great place and if you have wanted to see the Spruce Goose, it’s here! You could certainly spend a lot longer than an afternoon here, but…
Hi Linda, I am the AskOR Willamette Valley expert and I am happy to give you a few suggestions for enjoying our gorgeous region! First of all, for lodging, I would check out www.obbg.org if you are thinking you might enjoy a night in a B & B along your route. If you would like…
From the coast, the most direct route to Eugene is from Florence on the Oregon Coast via OR 126 (just under 1.5 hours). You didn’t mention where you are traveling from, but it sounds like you may be coming from the north and you could easily spend four days traveling the North and Central coast…
Yes… as a matter of fact, where I live in Albany, OR we are actually right in the middle of an awesome scenic bikeway. I actually have a B & B there and we get bicyclists from all over the world stay with us because of our location. Check out this site, and we often…
I happen to live only 10 miles from Corvallis and love so much about this region so let’s go! Here are a few links to check out: Corvallis Tourism Albany Visitors Association McDonald Dunn Forest Mary’s Peak William Finley National Wildlife Refuge Gentle Breeze Japanese Garden Starker Forest The Oregon Garden Silver Creek Falls I…
In Turner, the Enchanted Forest is super fun if you know ahead of time that this ain’t Disney. In Independence, they have the Wings of Wonder butterfly exhibit. Evergreen Aviation Museum is fun and the Wings and Waves Waterpark is like nothing else! In Salem there is the A.C. Gilbert’s Discovery House Children’s Museum. Silver Falls is…
We have a lot of waterfalls here in Oregon and I have been fortunate in that I have seen many of them. I will say the most spectacular of course is our Multnomah Falls area. I would plan to spend at least most of a day in this area. I have hiked the Wahkeena Falls Hike counter clockwise and…
Three places came to mind when I read your question. They are McMinnville, Eugene and Albany! Three very different Oregon towns each offering what you are looking for. First of all, McMinnville is situated more in the Northern region of wine country. It’s has a bustling downtown with lots of restaurants and shops and very…
I really love your question! I live in the Willamette Valley but have a loft in the Pearl District in Portland. The main thing you have to do in Portland is EAT!!! Take advantage of one of the many great walking tours of the city. From Portland, I would travel to and through the Willamette Valley on…
The two events that come to mind are my two favorite events that hit the Willamette Valley in early September. I know you said you were visiting Oregon this summer, however, if you are able to extend your trip, it would be totally worth it! First of all, Albany holds an event each year called,…
I love your question because I have never considered “gold prospecting” but how fun that would be. I found this awesome site about Oregon Gold for you to check out! It looks like so much family fun so if you go, please let us know how it goes! Also checked this site out gold panning…
You are in luck because I have a few ideas to share with you! I happen to have a B & B in the Willamette Valley and we host many newlyweds so noting the locations our brides and grooms chose to “tie the knot,” can also be some of the most romantic places to “pop…
I love that your grandson is so intent on seeing the University of Oregon! It’s a gorgeous campus so please be sure to take the whole tour! As far as baseball games go, check out the University of Oregon’s baseball website. Also, please see my friends at the Eugene, Cascades and Coast Adventure Center in…
Wow… you won’t believe the list of family friendly recommendations in the Willamette Valley. Here are some places to check out: For camping I would suggest renting a yurt in one of Oregon’s beautiful parks. It’s camping without all of the work! In Turner, the Enchanted Forest is super cheesy but also super fun if…
I’d check out Astoria and Canon Beach, see this blog entry. I would take I-5 to Hwy 38 to the coast and down to San Francisco.
Thanksgiving is probably my most favorite time of year in the Willamette Valley. The leaves are in full fall color and it’s cool enough outdoors that a B & B would provide the coziest stay. Many B & B’s are taking guests over the Thanksgiving holiday. You can find one by checking out the FB…