Oregon Family Vacation Destinations
Have you ever explored the northwest coast of the United States? Would you like to see a state full of green year around? If so, consider oregon family vacation destinations as a choice for your next family vacation!
Oregon family vacation destinations are a popular choice for many Americans. Did you know that Oregon’s climate is ideal for growing roses? The capital city of Portland has many rose gardens and has been nicknamed “The City of Roses.”
Portland also have many bridges and is close to the Columbia and Willamette rivers. It’s natural beauty is very aesthetically pleasing to the eye. The city has grown over the years and now boasts a population of more than half a million people.
Portland was a key port city for the greater northwest for a large part of the 19th century. Did you know that men were drugged, kidnapped, and forced to work on ships in Portland and other port towns along the west coast? You can learn about this surprising fact and more city secrets when you visit Portland.
Airline tickets to Portland can be found relatively cheap through Southwest Airlines. They always have deals going. I have seen one-way tickets as low as $79.
Other exciting oregon family vacation destinations include:
- Wallowa Lake Tramway-take a scenic ride on a tram to the top of Mt. Howard. The ride provides scenic views of the Eagle Cap wilderness area.
- Tillamook Air Museum-contains a collection of World War II aircraft, photographs, and other memorabilia
- Crater Lake-a pristine blue lake surrounded by cliffs that are almost 2,000 feet high. There are also two islands for exploration and the lake itself has a volcanic past that you can learn more about.
There is plenty of stuff to do in Oregon. It really depends on your mood!
