Travel Oregon

The High Desert Food Trail is a self-guided journey that highlights the stunning landscapes, resilient farms and ranches, artisan makers, and farm-to-table restaurants of Central Oregon. Choose from these themed itineraries below or download the official brochure to craft your own adventure. More

Local Tribes have long fished Oregon’s wild rivers and great waterfalls, like the now submerged Celilo Falls on the mighty Columbia River. They’ve scored petroglyphs in rock canyons like those at Picture Rock Pass and left behind the world’s oldest pair of footwear (9,000-year-old sandals) at Fort Rock. Proud ancestors of those first people make up nine federally recognized Tribes of Oregon. These are their stories.

You don’t have to look far to find handmade and thoughtfully curated gifts in Oregon. Out here, we have gifts for every interest — from tasty treats made with locally sourced ingredients to guided tour experiences through the state’s most scenic landscapes (and everything in between). More

Oregon’s diverse climates and landscapes mean that winter looks completely different, depending on where you go. Whether you’re hunting for champagne powder in the Wallowas or truffle hunting and puddle jumping in the Willamette Valley, Oregon winter means diverse adventures. It’s prime time for visiting some of Oregon’s most spectacular sights.

It’s one of Oregon’s best-kept secrets: fall just might be the best time to take a road trip. The summertime crowds have gone, the weather is blissful and many towns host all sorts of enticing shoulder-season events to draw visitors out.

Oregon wine country has come a long way since its humble beginnings when a few rogue dreamers planted vines in the Willamette Valley. The state’s wine scene has blossomed to more than 600 wineries in 18 distinct growing areas (also known as American Viticultural Areas, or AVAs) and is the third largest wine-grape-producing state in the nation. Our talented vintners regularly earn international and national accolades. And yet that early spirit of modesty remains. Oregon wineries, often family- owned, focus on small-batch, high-quality production. Visit...

Throughout the year, Oregon’s theaters and performance venues provide a steady setlist of internationally acclaimed live theater, music and dance.  The beloved and Tony Award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival in Ashland is known for its world-class productions including plays, tours and immersive experiences for all ages. But there’s much more to theater in this region than the Shakespeare scene. Across Southern Oregon, you’ll find an incredible lineup of theaters showcasing all types of live entertainment, from magic shows and comedy to Broadway hits and rock bands. 

After a day of fresh air and adventure, you’ll need the perfect place to recharge. Oregon is home to some of the most picturesque camping spots in the world. You don’t have to sacrifice modern-day comforts: Try staying in one of the many cabins, yurts, tipis, alpine huts, tree houses, tiny houses, campers or any-place-elsers that Oregon has to offer.

Sometimes when you are road tripping with the family, the best moments come when you discover something unexpected along the way — and this is especially true here in Oregon. From exploring tide pools and shipwrecks along Oregon’s 363-mile public coastline to geologic wonders and abandoned pioneer towns, and the world’s only known Bigfoot trap, Oregon claims dozens of roadside attractions and weird treasures.  Please remember to keep any flying jellyfish you encounter on a leash at all times. 

Bucking broncos, wild bulls and barrel racing have been tradition at the Pendleton Round-Up since 1910. Think of it as the West’s first extreme-sports venue. Beyond showmanship, the Round-Up has been a space for iconic moments like in 1911 when Black saddle-bronc rider George Fletcher was crowned the People’s Champion. For decades before Title IX became law, female riders performed in lockstep with men. Oregon’s motto is famously “She flies with her own wings,” and Oregonians embody this spirit every day — a celebrated anthem...