Tourist Attractions in Oregon
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Would you travel on the train that is frequently robbed by masked outlaws? Well, you certainly would if it was the Mt. Hood Railroad & Dinner Train.

Traveling through some of the prettiest country in the USA and offering a super dinner is their business. All this plus murder mystery rides where you are the detective. Be sure and check the broad schedule for programs.

The Portland Art Museum in Portland, Oregon has over 42,000 objects in its permanent collections. This permanent collection includes the work of Childe Hassam, George Inness, John Sloan and J. Alden Weir with an synopsis of American art history. The museum also offers many special programs and special lectures along with its permanent collections.

When your family visits the Oregon Zoo in Portland it’s a good idea to start with a ride around the park on the Zoo train. The animals are grouped in sections as follows:Africa Rain Forest, Predators of the Serengeti, Insect Zoo, Wild Life Live, Black Bear Ridge, Africa Savanna and more. Cascade Crest is a replication of an alpine area with mountain goats and a simulated snow cave.

After visits to the Science Museum and the Zoo, you’re probably ready for a little rest and relaxation at the nearby Laurelhurst Park. The park has picnic tables, horseshoe pits, a playground area, paved walking paths, a dog off-leash area, a soccer field, disabled access rest rooms and play area plus courts for volleyball, tennis and basketball.

The Hoyt Arboretum in Portland, Oregon specializes in conservation and research. Two of their research projects are; the evolutionary history of the dawn redwood, and the genetic relationship among fir trees. Their conservation efforts involve providing students and scientists with specimens that are not available in North America. Their friendly visitors center awaits your arrival.

The Vista House at Crown Point in Corbett, Oregon is a very special place. From its perch on a high bluff overlooking the Columbia River Gorge it most certainly commands your attention as you drive by. Its octagonal architecture and its copper dome make it an extraordinary landmark and it is accessible by automobile, allowing visitors to see the many historic displays inside.

If your vacation ideas take you to Portland, Oregon, you should look into the Willamette Shore Trolley. This is a pleasant seven mile adventure on a vintage trolley which passes through the many beautiful scenic vistas along the Willamette river between Portland and Lake Oswego. You can get off at any of the stops along the way and get back on after you special visit.

The Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks & Minerals in Hillsboro, Oregon is a not-for-profit enterprise that could be a good place to stop if you are a gem or rock collector. The museum has over 20,000 specimens from all over the world. Their collections include gem stones, minerals, fossils, artifacts and meteorites. A summer festival demonstrates thunderegg cutting and gold panning.

The Fruit Loop, Hood River is not just one location but it’s many locations. Yes, it’s a beautiful 35 mile drive through scenic Oregon’s back country of forests, orchards, small towns and farmland. Stop and taste some fruit or check out a winery. Please don’t drive fast; you’ll miss the whole show. This vacation idea could easily turn out to be more enjoyable the best show in town.

The Apple Valley Country Store in Hood River, Oregon is a very popular stop for tour groups. So, why not add this site to your vacation plans even it’s just you and your wife. This is no quaint little country farm. This is a large quaint country farm, with multiple varieties of jams and jellies, a large bakery selection and slow smoked meats. The locals love to stop for lunch.

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