Oregon Tourism

The Prehistoric Gardens - Port Orford, Oregon

Editor — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 20:03:12 +0000

The Prehistoric Gardens - Port Orford, Oregon

The valley is alive with the prehistoric monsters of the past in this genuine rain forest in the valley with a mild climate and all of the things that you could want in a rainforest. Here the area is drenched with rainfall, giant ferns, drippy mosses and the soil, although black is mucky and not good for anything other than the use it now has as a Prehistoric Garden.

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Oregon Shakespeare Festival - Ashland, Oregon

Editor — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:15:26 +0000

Oregon Shakespeare Festival - Ashland, Oregon

This among the oldest and largest professional theaters in the nation. The theater presents 8 1/2 months of outstanding performances for the public to enjoy.

The community of Ashland is just 20,000 so you won't have difficulty getting around and finding where you want to go.

There are backstage tours available for those that want a deeper understanding of how a production is put on. This tour explores the history, design and technology of repertory theatre. You must have reservations to attend this tour. The regular tour is a walking tour and has six flights of stairs you must be able to manage. Adult tickets are $12, youth (6-17) are $6. Value season prices are $9 for adults and $6 for youth.

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Oregon Vortex (House of Mystery) - Gold Hill, Oregon

Editor — Mon, 29 Dec 2008 15:19:00 +0000

Oregon Vortex (House of Mystery)- Gold Hill, Oregon

You think you have everything under control, that you see what you see, feel what you feel and have a pretty good sense of balance. Wrong. Just step into the world of visual and perceptual phenomena, a step into the twilight zone!

The House of Mystery gives you a glimpse of the strange world where the improbable is commonplace. You will experience physical facts that are reversed and what you know to be true isn't so clear any longer.

You can even capture the experience on film to prove that you really aren't losing your mind!

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Powell's City of Books - Portland Oregon

Travel Writer — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 17:37:01 +0000

Portland’s Top Destination for Booklovers: Powell’s City of Books. If you love books and you’re planning a visit to Portland, Oregon – you’re in for a huge treat. Imagine shopping a bookstore that takes up an entire city block – a bookstore you need a map to navigate! If browsing over a million books in more than 3,500 sections sounds worthwhile, plan to pay a visit to Powell’s City of Books at 1005 W Burnside Street.

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John Day Fossil Beds National Monument - Fossil, Oregon

Travel Writer — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 17:29:09 +0000

Start Your Tour of the John Day Fossil Beds at the Thomas Condon Paleontology Center . The John Day Fossil Beds National Monument is one of the most impressive outdoors attractions in the state of Oregon. You can explore trails, go river rafting and even enjoy an afternoon of fishing at the John Day Fossil Beds, but plan to spend at least a few hours learning about the amazing fossils located here,too!

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Oregon Vortex - Gold Hill, Oregon

Travel Writer — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 17:22:58 +0000

Explore the Mystery of the Oregon Vortex in Gold Hill, Oregon. If you're planning a trip to Gold Country in Southern Oregon, take the opportunity to visit one of the area's most famous and intriguing attractions. The Oregon Vortex and the House of Mystery in Gold Hill are a top destination for anyone interested in mysteries of the earth and unexplained phenomena. The Oregon Vortex is also a great place to relax and have fun being surprised at what you discover.

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International Museum of Carousel Art - Hood River, Oregon

Travel Writer — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 07:13:50 +0000

The Carousel Museum in Hood River is closed. There are hopes that it will be reopened in Dee but there is no certain timeline for this.

Discover a Magical Attraction in Hood River: The International Museum of Carousel Art. If you're traveling in northwest Oregon and you happen to be a fan of carousels, you won't want to miss the opportunity to view the world's largest collection of antique carousel animals and carousel art. Travel from Portland east on I-84 about 70 miles and you'll come to Hood River. More than 150 carousel animals are exhibited at the International Museum of Carousel Art here.

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Heceta Head Lighthouse - Florence, Oregon

Travel Writer — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 17:08:34 +0000

Visit Heceta Head Lighthouse along the Oregon Coast. The Heceta Head Lighthouse situated in the central area of Oregon's coast is said to be the most photographed lighthouse in the U.S. Heceta Head Lighthouse and the Keeper's House sit on a cliff more than 100 feet above the Pacific Ocean and the beach below. The views from the Lighthouse and Keeper's House are spectacular, and you can visit, tour or stay on site to enjoy the Lighthouse year round.

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Kam Wah Chung Museum - John Day, Oregon

Editor — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 05:43:36 +0000

Kam Wah Chung Museum - John Day, Oregon
This museum will give you a wonderful opportunity to learn about Oregon history. Situated in a former trading post of the 1800's on the Dalles Military Rd it is a piece of history itself. It provides a look at the culture and life of the early Chinese community in Oregon. It became a social, medical and religious center of the Chinese comminity of eastern Oregon. The Museum hosts a vast array of artifacts from business and financial records to supplies and ancient Chinese herbs and medicines.

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The Gold Rush - Gold Beach, Oregon

Editor — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 00:34:26 +0000

Discover the Riches of Gold Beach

Nestled only fifty miles north of the California border is one of the best well-kept of Oregon’s secrets – Gold Beach. The small port town is home to approximately two thousand year round residents who have come to adore the natural beauty and wildlife of their town.

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