Destinations
The South Coast - From America's Wild Rivers Coast" to the "Heart of the Dunes," the South Coast offers an unspoiled coastal experience filled with windsurfing, fishing and exploring the most accessible and spectacular beaches in Oregon.
The Valley - From California, you first descend into the lush Rogue Valley, a region made famous by the nationally designated "Wild and Scenic" Rogue River. Meet friendly people, discover diverse cities, attractions and enjoy beautiful country.
The High Country - In this high desert region, Crater Lake nestles like a jewel. Come experience the Oregon Outback from historic Lake County to the Cascades of Klamath County.
SOUTHERN OREGON BY ELECTRIC VEHICLE
For world-class arts, fine wine and a friendly welcome, explore these Southern Oregon towns. See Travel Oregon's special tour with an electric vehicle friendly itinerary.
Click here for details.WONDERS NEVER CEASE HERE
Southern Oregon is home to world-class fishing and rafting rivers, mountains for skiing, biking and
hiking, and green valleys that produce award-winning wines. It's also home to North America's deepest lake and Oregon's only National Park,
Crater Lake, which graces the back of Oregon's state quarter.
From the
valley to the high desert, wildlife and nightlife share space. Southern Oregon is home to a pair of well-known attractions - the Britt Music Festival and Ashland's
Oregon Shakespeare Festival - and to dozens of museums, art galleries, theaters, antique malls and tax-free shopping.
A ribbon of
National Scenic Byways await, just a short drive from the California border. Follow the Redwood Highway to Grants Pass and the legendary Rogue and Umpqua rivers, where you'll find
river adventures, jetboating, rafting, fishing and much more.
Discover Crater Lake National Park on the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway and experience the mountain lakes and world-class birding of the Klamath Basin and Oregon's Outback region.
History buffs will recognize the region as the site of Oregon's 19th-Century gold rush, an era preserved within the boundaries of Jacksonville, a National Historic Landmark town. Visit the "Heart of the Dunes" on
Oregon's south coast, and experience America's Wild Rivers Coast.
WHAT A VIEW!
Amateur photographer Ben Canales was having some fun under the stars when he captured this unique view of Crater Lake. The photo won first prize in a National Geographic contest.
For more on the contest and to see the video behind the photo,
click here.
OREGON OVER TIME
GREAT GETAWAYS VIDEOS
The popular travel show
Great Getaways, which airs on the San Francisco NBC station, recently toured Southern Oregon. See for yourself what they loved about the area.
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