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Portland's attractiveness as a
premier destination spot includes the rich diversity of its outlying
districts. Surrounding the downtown area is a composite of small, intriguing
cities and neighborhoods, each with its own unique flavor and historical
relevance. Exploring the surrounding environs can offer hours, if not days
of enjoyment, especially for visitors who enjoy delving into the history and
cultural diversity of the Northwest.
The town of Beaverton,
eight miles southwest of Portland on Highway 217,
is home to more than 90 different parks, bike and hiking trails, including
the Progress Downs Municipal 18-hole golf course.
Milwaukie, known as the "City of Dogwoods,"
is nestled between the city of Portland and historic
Oregon City at the
junction of Highways 99E and 224. Recreational opportunities include
whitewater kayaking, fishing, hiking, and mountain biking. The popular
Milwaukie River Fest features Dragon Boat races, live music and Independence
Day celebrations. An authentic World War II B17G bomber gives tribute to
the men and women who served in WWII.
Oregon City was once the territorial
capital of Oregon. The Clackamas County Historical Society Museum,
Stevens-Crawford Museum and the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center
all highlight the courageous life of early 19th-century pioneers.
Lake Oswego, located 10 miles south of
Portland on the west bank of the Willamette River, can be reached by trolley
from Portland. The town offers a walking tour of well-preserved Gothic,
Craftsman, Vernacular, English Cottage and Colonial Revival architecture.
Gresham, known as the "City of Music,"
marking the northwest outskirts of Portland, is home to the world famous Mt.
Hood Jazz Festival. Gresham's proximity to the Columbia River Gorge and Mt.
Hood National Forest provides excellent opportunities for numerous outdoor
activities, such as wind surfing, camping, biking and cross-country skiing.
Visitor Information
Cascade Links
A cooperative effort to gather information, provide a means for citizen involvement, and
online access to citizens living in the Portland, Oregon and Vancouver, Washington
metropolitan region. The network specifically serves Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington
counties in Oregon; and Clark County in Washington.
Portland
International Airport. Located 30 minutes from downtown
Portland. 7000 NE Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218. Phone:
503-460-4234; Toll-free: 1-800-815-4636.
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 Moon Handbooks: Oregon 5th Edition.
by Stuart Warren, Ted Long
Ishikawa. June 2001, 5th edition, Paperback, 590 pages, (guidebook). From the
bustling urban center of Portland to the rugged isolation of the high
Cascades, this guide covers cultural, historical, recreational, and
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