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Oregon History (Page 2)

Oregon has a fascinating history, from the life of Indigenous People and first pioneers to the present day. Nearly every place you visit has an engaging story, and a few even have legends associated with it.

Cannon Beach City

Interesting Cannon Beach History

2023-04-06

• Cannon Beach History dates back to the Native tribe who lived in the areaContinue Reading

Yaquina Bay Lighthouse

Yaquina Bay Lighthouse – Newport’s Historic Landmark

2023-03-22

• Yaquina Bay Lighthouse is the second-oldest standing lighthouse in Oregon • This is theContinue Reading

Tillamook Rock Lighthouse - Terrible Tilly Lighthouse

Tillamook Rock Lighthouse – Enigmatic Terrible Tilly

2023-03-17

• Tillamook Rock Lighthouse, aka Terrible Tilly, is a mystery piece of the Oregon CoastContinue Reading

Seaside -Lewis and Clark Monument

Fascinating Seaside History

2023-03-15

The Seaside history is an important chapter of overall Oregon’s history, from the life ofContinue Reading

Seaside Oregon

Seaside & Beyond – Things To Do & See | Oregon Coast

2023-03-15

• Seaside is Oregon’s oldest vacation seashore resort • Seaside features one of the oldestContinue Reading

Port Orford

Port Orford & Beyond – Things To Do & See | Oregon Coast

2023-03-07

• Port Orford has the only the only “dolly dock” on the Pacific West CoastContinue Reading

Prehistoric Garden

Prehistoric Garden – Dinosaurs in Oregon Rainforest | Port Orford

2023-03-05

• Prehistoric Garden is a tempered rainforest garden with 23 life-size dinosaur sculptures • FeaturesContinue Reading

Umpqua River Lighthouse

Umpqua River Lighthouse – A Historic Gem on the Oregon Coast

2023-03-03

• Umpqua Lighthouse is an active lighthouse with a unique history • It’s one ofContinue Reading

Rainbow Rock Viewpoint Brookings

Brookings & Beyond – Things To Do & See | Oregon Coast

2023-03-01

• Brookings and its vicinity provide plenty of adventures and activities • Japanese military firebombedContinue Reading

Battle Rock Wayside Park

Battle Rock Wayside Park – Historic Landmark of Port Orford

2023-02-17

• Battle Rock Wayside Park is a historic site with scenic views and sandy beachesContinue Reading

Face Rock Beach - Bandon Beaches

Bandon – Things To Do & See | Oregon Coast

2023-02-02

• Bandon is a charming coastal town at the mouth of the Coquille River •Continue Reading

Coquille River Lighthouse

Coquille River Lighthouse – A Historic Landmark in Bandon

2023-01-06

• Coquille River Lighthouse is a historic landmark at the mouth of the Coquille RiverContinue Reading

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