In a state like Oregon, it’s impossible to find just one “best city.” Our coastal cities have stunning views of the ocean, our university towns have amazing cultural and educational offerings and our biggest city (we’re looking at you, Portland) is just too incredible for words.
So there’s simply no way we could ever choose just one city in this great state. Luckily several others have done it for us. By all accounts, the city of West Linn is the Best City In America.
West Linn is located in Clackamas County, just south of Portland.
soulrider222/flickr The city has a population of around 26,000 residents.
West Linn is the only city in Oregon to make Neighborhood Scout’s list of 100 safest cities.
Your chances of becoming a victim of violent crime in West Linn are 1 in 2,921.
Money Magazine named it one of the top 50 cities.
Ulmanor at English Wikipedia, CC The publication pointed out its quirky community traditions (like the Ugly Sweater Dash), and gave it kudos for its beautiful Historic Willamette District.
Family Circle Magazine says West Linn is one of the top 10 cities in the country to raise kids.
Ken Clifton/flickr The low crime rate and proliferation of city parks might have something to do with that.
There’s a vineyard in West Linn…with a view like this!
David Burn/flickr Does it get any better?
West Linn’s residents also have this view to look forward to every day.
City of West Linn/Facebook The Willamette River lends some real beauty to this little town.
The city was named a 2014 Tree City by the Arbor Day Foundation
Photo Credit Thanks to West Linn’s community efforts to maintain effective urban forest management!
Movoto named it the number two suburb of Portland.
City of West Linn/Facebook It’s just 13 miles from Portland, which gives residents easy access to all the big-city amenities, while still living in a smaller town.
The city of West Linn covers only eight square miles…
City of West Linn/Facebook But 600 acres are dedicated to city parks!
You’ll find plenty of opportunities to enjoy nature in West Linn.
City of West Linn/Facebook Take a hike!
Do you live in West Linn? What do you love about it?
soulrider222/flickr
The city has a population of around 26,000 residents.
Your chances of becoming a victim of violent crime in West Linn are 1 in 2,921.
Ulmanor at English Wikipedia, CC
The publication pointed out its quirky community traditions (like the Ugly Sweater Dash), and gave it kudos for its beautiful Historic Willamette District.
Ken Clifton/flickr
The low crime rate and proliferation of city parks might have something to do with that.
David Burn/flickr
Does it get any better?
City of West Linn/Facebook
The Willamette River lends some real beauty to this little town.
Photo Credit
Thanks to West Linn’s community efforts to maintain effective urban forest management!
It’s just 13 miles from Portland, which gives residents easy access to all the big-city amenities, while still living in a smaller town.
But 600 acres are dedicated to city parks!
Take a hike!
Here are some other beautiful small towns in Oregon!
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