Monday, July 16, 2012

Top 5 Places to Visit in Oregon | United States


Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Oregon is the 9th most extensive and the 27th most populous of the 50 United States. Oregon contains a diverse landscape including the windswept Pacific coastline, the volcanoes of the rugged and glaciated Cascade Mountain Range, waterfalls, evergreen forests and high desert across much of the eastern portion of the state, extending into the Great Basin. There are waterfalls, deserts, forests, and much, much more! So Oregon is full of wonderful and beautiful things. Here is a list of top 5 places of Oregon.


1. Multnomah Falls:

 










Multnomah Falls

Multnomah Falls is a waterfall and is located east of Troutdale between Corbett and Dodson. The falls drops in two major steps, split into an upper falls of 542 feet and a lower falls of 69 feet, so the total height of the waterfall 620 feet. Multnomah Falls is the tallest waterfall in the State of Oregon. This water fall is a magnificent fall and it attracts thousands of tourists.


2. Crater Lake:

 










Crater Lake

Crater Lake is located in the south-central region of the United State of Oregon. This Lake is famous for its deep blue color and water clarity. There are no rivers flowing into or out of the lake. Crater Lake is considered to be a perfect honeymoon destination, romantic gateway and it is also a nature lover’s paradise.


3. Mount Bachelor:

 










Mt. Bachelor

Mount Bachelor is a stratovolcano atop a shield volcano in the Cascade Volcanic Arc and the Cascade Range of central Oregon. Mount Bachelor was formed between 11,000 and 15,000 years. Bachelor is composed mainly of basalt and basaltic andesite. Mount Bachelor Village is one of the best places to stay in the Northwest. Mount Bachelor Village resort offers a welcoming 5,400 square foot conference center.


4. Astoria:

 










Astoria

Astoria is the seat of Clatsop County, Oregon, United States. Astoria is located near the mouth of Columbia River, it was created in 1844. Trip to Fort Stevens State Park, Fort Astoria, Heritage Center Museum, Flavel House Museum, Upper town Fire Fighters Museum, Cannery Pier Hotel, Astoria Column, and the Columbia River Maritime Museum can be enjoyed here.



5. Cascade Range:

 










Cascade Range

The Cascade Range is a major mountain range and it passes from north-south through Oregon and stretches from Canada to California. Cascade Range has non-volcanic mountains. These mountains are composed of two ranges, Western and High. There you can also find animals like bear, mountain lion, bobcat and many more. Hundreds of miles of hiking trails, and a large timber industry is also there.




 

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