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RV Road Trip; 100 Best Things to Do in Oregon 4/20

The state of Oregon is known for the diverse landscape. You will find forests, farms, mountains, and beaches within short distances from each other. The capital city is Portland, and you will find the city full of iconic shops and boutiques. Coffee shops abound, and you will be able to sample different beers at the many microbreweries. Farm-to-table restaurants will give you a taste of local cuisine, while art and historic museums will satisfy your knowledge about the past events there.

An interesting fact to note is that the capital, Portland has more breweries than any other city in the world! You will be able to choose from 60 within the city limits.

Known worldwide is the amazing Crater Lake, the deepest lake in the USA. These are just two of the many wonderful things you will find in this diverse state.

 

16. World Forestry Centre

This is located near Oregon Zoo in Portland. It was opened in 1964, with the goal being to inform people of the forests and trees of the world, and the importance of all life.
There are three sections to the center, namely the Discovery Museum, the Magness Memorial Tree Farm, and the Johnson-Swanson Tree Farm, the latter two being working forests.
Plan to spend a full day here, there is a café where you can get lunch, before walking through the forests, and learning all about their role in conservation.

 

17. Astoria Pioneer Cemetery

The cemetery is found in the city of Astoria, and is dedicated to the pioneers who settled in the northwest.
You will find the cemetery on the hilltop in the neighborhood. Because Astoria was a port city, the people who arrived there were of Swedish, Chinese, Finnish, Irish, German, and English origin. The graveyards in the area are filled with burial sites of mixed populations.
You will see the graves of some prominent leaders. Many graves were added to this cemetery as smaller cemeteries were abandoned or used to build on.
Today the cemetery is a haven of peacefulness in the busy town, it is well maintained, and may feel more like a park than a resting place for the deceased.

 

18. Mount Angel Abbey

You will find this Abbey near the city of Mount Angel. It is an active monastery for Benedictine monks, and was established in 1882. What is interesting is that the Abbey has its own post office, which is a post mark you will not see very often, so be sure to send a card or letter.
There is a university on site for those studying for the priesthood, and regular services, should you wish to participate.
Be sure to visit the Abbey Museum, where you will find some interesting items of taxidermy such as the calf that was born with eight legs, and the head of one of the last American Bison.

 

19. Kidds Toy Museum

The toy museum is to be found in Portland, right next to the family auto parts business. Frank Kidd opened the museum, to house his collection of antique toys. The museum holds over 15,000 toys, money banks, and transportation artefacts. Many of the toys date back to 1869 – 1939.
You will find stuffed toys of all kinds from Disney characters to dolls; die cast trains and cap guns. In fact, everything a child could ever want is to be found here!
It is important that you call before arriving because it is quite small and only allows a certain amount of people in each time.
Allow a half day to see this, or longer if you have children with you.

 

20. Silver Falls State Park

This park is found about 20 miles southeast of Salem. It is very popular with walkers and hikers, due to the 24 miles of trails to walk along, the 14 miles of trails especially for horses, and the 4-mile path dedicated solely to cyclists.
This is the largest park in Oregon, with the Canyon Trail running along the banks of the river, and past the waterfalls.
The falls are worth seeing, as they are shaped like amphitheaters surrounding the falls, with some of the paths winding behind the water.
South Falls is the most visited area, with the fall being 177-foot high.
This is a perfect place to take an RV and stay a few nights while you explore the area.

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