Silicon Forest, Technology business cluster in Portland metropolitan area, United States.
Silicon Forest is a technology cluster in the Portland metropolitan area stretching between Beaverton and Hillsboro, housing more than 1500 companies. These firms focus on semiconductors, software development, and biotechnology.
Japanese media first used the name in 1981, and Lattice Semiconductor registered it as a trademark in 1984. The term then became established as shorthand for the region's growing technology sector.
Technology workers in the area regularly participate in conferences and workshops where they share knowledge and build professional connections. These gatherings shape the daily rhythm and social fabric of the working community here.
Intel's main campus in Hillsboro at Ronler Acres serves as the heart of the region and employs thousands of workers there. Keep in mind that most facilities are active workplaces and not open to casual visitors.
Unlike many other technology hubs, this region focuses heavily on hardware manufacturing, particularly semiconductors, rather than software alone. This makes it a place where physical production and technical innovation work hand in hand.
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