Oregon, U.S. state in Pacific Northwest, United States.
Description
Oregon stretches from the Pacific Ocean to the Columbia River, encompassing dense forests, mountains, fertile valleys, and high desert regions across 255,000 square kilometers. The terrain varies sharply between the misty coast, the forested mountains of the Cascade Range, and the open high plains to the east.
History
The area became the Oregon Territory through negotiations with Great Britain and joined the Union as the 33rd state on February 14, 1859. Settlers followed the Oregon Trail through the Rocky Mountains to establish themselves in the western valleys.
Culture
The state is known for public beaches without private access, inviting walking and lingering. People spend time in numerous state parks and natural areas, where camping and outdoor activities are part of everyday life.
Practical
The Willamette Valley holds most population centers like Portland, Salem, and Eugene, connected by Interstate 5 running north to south. The coast sits about two hours west of the cities, while the eastern high country is accessible through mountain passes.
Did you know?
The state produces a quarter of all timber in the United States and holds Crater Lake, the deepest body of water in North America, inside a volcanic caldera. The coast offers tide pools with sea anemones, starfish, and urchins accessible at low tide.
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Oregon offers a notable diversity of geological formations and natural landscapes ranging from the Pacific coastline to the volcanic plateaus of the eastern portion of the state. The Cascade Range dominates western Oregon with dense forests, waterfalls, and thermal springs, while the dry east...
Mount St. Helens
271.6 km
Pacific Crest Trail
282.2 km
Mount Hood
172.8 km
Multnomah Falls
208.4 km
Old Man of the Lake
158.9 km
Timberline Lodge
169.1 km
Crater Lake National Park
164.7 km
Oregon Vortex
252.2 km
Mount Mazama
160.1 km
The last Blockbuster
46.4 km
Providence Park
230.9 km
Mount Adams
254.5 km
Columbia River Gorge
209.3 km
Mill Ends Park
229.5 km
Hells Canyon
359.5 km
Autzen Stadium
186.8 km
Bridge of the Gods
208.7 km
Astoria–Megler Bridge
349.8 km
Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum
234.4 km
Oregon State Capitol
211.2 km
Bonneville Dam
208.3 km
Pittock Mansion
232.6 km
Hayward Field
187 km
Newberry Volcano
52.6 km
Silver Falls State Park
178 kmBridge of the Gods
208.9 km
Fort Vancouver
237.9 km
Portland Aerial Tram
228.2 km
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