Oregon is simply filled with the most charming, picturesque towns around. It has to do with its history as one of the country’s final frontiers, back when explorers packed up their lives into covered wagons and set out to settle in small, Western outposts. Many of these places flourished and turned into major metropolises. But others remain nearly intact, making for some nice views of nature and small-town life. Here are some such places.
- Canby
ktkochan/Flickr Look in awe at the fertile farmland that surrounds this town that has deep agricultural roots.
- Ashland
Al Case/Flickr This friendly, Southern Oregon town gives you scenic views, arts, culture, and the famed Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
- Astoria
Rennett Stowe/Flickr This Columbia River town, situated on the tip-top Northwest corner of Oregon, gives you a panoramic view of the river opening up into the Pacific Ocean.
- Baker City
Baker City Tourism/Flickr Want to catch a glimpse of the Oregon Trail? You’ll see remnants of it in this quaint Eastern Oregon town.
- Cannon Beach
Orin Blomberg/Flickr
- Cottage Grove
Sandy Horvath-Dori/Flickr Take in the views of the many covered bridges that adorn this place.
- Hood River
Daniel Parks/Flickr Here, you’ll find rolling hills (perfect for hiking), the stunning Columbia River Gorge, and a really cool local culture.
- Jacksonville
ryan harvey/Flickr Experience the feeling of living in the Wild West when Oregon was overtaken by the gold rush. The old timey buildings will have you thinking you’re in an old Western movie… Remember those?
- Newberg
ryan harvey/Flickr Deep in the heart of wine country is where you’ll find this magnificent view.
- Sisters
Rosie Linda/Flickr This former military post is the cutest, quaintest little town. You’ll simply be charmed when you enter its city limits.
So there you go. Some real purdy places, huh? Where are your favorite beautiful towns in Oregon? Tell us in the comments below!
ktkochan/Flickr
Look in awe at the fertile farmland that surrounds this town that has deep agricultural roots.
Al Case/Flickr
This friendly, Southern Oregon town gives you scenic views, arts, culture, and the famed Oregon Shakespeare Festival.
Rennett Stowe/Flickr
This Columbia River town, situated on the tip-top Northwest corner of Oregon, gives you a panoramic view of the river opening up into the Pacific Ocean.
Baker City Tourism/Flickr
Want to catch a glimpse of the Oregon Trail? You’ll see remnants of it in this quaint Eastern Oregon town.
Orin Blomberg/Flickr
Sandy Horvath-Dori/Flickr
Take in the views of the many covered bridges that adorn this place.
Daniel Parks/Flickr
Here, you’ll find rolling hills (perfect for hiking), the stunning Columbia River Gorge, and a really cool local culture.
ryan harvey/Flickr
Experience the feeling of living in the Wild West when Oregon was overtaken by the gold rush. The old timey buildings will have you thinking you’re in an old Western movie… Remember those?
Deep in the heart of wine country is where you’ll find this magnificent view.
Rosie Linda/Flickr
This former military post is the cutest, quaintest little town. You’ll simply be charmed when you enter its city limits.
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