Oregon Travel Guide

Oregon is one of the most beautiful states in the country. Known for its incredible mountains, lush forests, jagged coastline, gloomy weather, and hipster-friendly cities, Oregon is a pretty epic place to travel.

This Pacific Northwest darling is a nature-lovers paradise.

You’ll be in awe of the surreal blue water at Crater Lake National Park. Just as stunning, a drive along the Oregon Coast boasts some of the most scenic coastlines in the United States. Wine enthusiasts will love a trip out to Willamette Valley to sample the region’s famous Pinot Noir. And get ready to embrace your inner weirdness as you make your way through Portland, exploring its many incredible restaurants, parks, and craft breweries. The perpetually snowy peak of Portland’s famous backdrop, Mt. Hood, is also home to some of the only year-round skiing anywhere on Earth.

Destinations

Oregon Coast

Oregon Basics

Nickname: Beaver State

Capital City: Salem

Timezone: Pacific Standard & Pacific Daylight

Climate: Western Oregon has a warm-summer Mediterranean climate (warm summers and wet winters with frequent overcast and cloudy skies). Eastern Oregon falls into the cold semi-arid climate category.

Major Airport: Portland (PDX)

Notable Wildlife: Beavers, elk, black bears, sea lions, whales, and other sealife

Multnomah Falls, Portland, Oregon in the spring

Best Time to Visit

SUMMER
Western Oregon is blessed with nearly perfect summers, making this the most popular time to visit. The infamous rain and overcast days or replaced by sunny skies and comfortable temperatures. Eastern Oregon experiences much hotter temperatures in the summer. Wildfires have also become common throughout the summer in Oregon.

AUTUMN
Late September through October is a beautiful time to visit Oregon! Come mid-September, temperatures are moderate and the summer crowds thin; however, the possibility of wildfires remains until around November.

WINTER
Winters in western Oregon are chilly and grey with nearly constant mist falling from late November through March. The eastern side of the state, on the other hand, gets very cold, snowy, and windy throughout the winter.

SPRING
Mid to late spring is a great time to visit Oregon! Temperatures are mild, and you can enjoy the blooming cherry trees in Portland or whale watching along the coast.

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