Ashland, Cultural city in Southern Oregon, United States.
Ashland sits in the Rogue Valley of southern Oregon, close to the California border and along Interstate 5. The town spreads at an elevation of around 1,950 feet (594 meters) and belongs to Jackson County.
The settlement emerged in 1852 under the name Ashland Mills, founded by Abel Helman. In 1935 the Oregon Shakespeare Festival began, shaping the town's growth ever since.
The town takes its name from Ashland County in Ohio, the former home of founder Abel Helman. Today theater and performance shape daily life here, as visitors and locals gather in downtown cafes and restaurants before or after attending a show.
The main street and surrounding side streets are easy to walk, with most buildings close together. Many shops and facilities sit downtown, while Southern Oregon University stands a bit further out.
Lithia Park covers about 93 acres and offers mineral water springs that have drawn visitors for decades. In winter an ice rink opens inside this park, so locals and travelers meet to skate outdoors.
Location: Jackson County
Inception: 1852
Elevation above the sea: 594 m
Website: https://ashlandoregon.gov
GPS coordinates: 42.19139,-122.70083
Latest update: December 14, 2025 08:29
Lithia Park
1.3 km
Ashland Springs Hotel
1.1 km
Allen Elizabethan Theatre
1.3 km
Columbia Hotel
1 km
Ashland Masonic Lodge Building
1.4 km
First Baptist Church
1.1 km
I.O.O.F. Building
1.4 km
Ashland Oregon National Guard Armory
1.2 km
Ashland Hills Hotel and Suites
3.2 km
ScienceWorks Museum
1 km
Japanese Garden
1.5 km
Trinity Episcopal Church
966 m
Carter Memorial Fountain
1.4 km
Pompadour Bluff
4.7 km
Water Park
537 m
Women's Civic Improvement Clubhouse
1.4 km
Angus Bowmer Theatre
1.3 kmScienceworks
1 kmOregon Shakespeare Festival
1.3 kmGreen Show
1.3 kmOak Knoll Golf Course
3.9 kmOregon Cabaaret Theater
1.1 kmButler Bandshell
1.4 kmAngus Bowmer Theatre
1.3 kmThe Black Swan Theater
1.2 kmAllen Elizabethan Theatre
1.3 kmIllahe Studios and Gallery
863 mWork of art
1.7 kmVisited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes