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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.

Total Solar Eclipse

Total Solar Eclipse 2017 Facts

2017-03-12
Hunters Hot Springs

Hunters Hot Springs Resort & Old Perpetual Geyser

2016-12-01
Crane Hot Springs - Swimming Pond, Oregon

Crane Hot Springs – Soaking Oasis in Eastern Oregon Desert

2016-11-30
Hot Lake Springs

Hot Lake Springs – A Hotel at One of the World Largest Hot Springs

2016-10-26
Ritter Hot Springs

Ritter Hot Springs | Northeastern Oregon

2016-08-31
Bagby Hot Springs, Oregon

Bagby Hot Springs – An Enchanting Destination in Mt Hood National Forest

2016-04-02
Bonneville Hot Springs

Bonneville Hot Springs Resort – A Columbia Gorge Retreat

2016-03-28
McCredie Hot Springs, Oregon

McCredie Hot Springs in Oregon: What to Know Before You Visit

2016-03-28
American Shad Oregon and Washington

American Shad Fishing: When? Where? How? – Recipes Included

2016-03-28
Jackson Wellsprings - Ashland Hot Springs

Jackson Wellsprings – Historic Geothermal Oasis in Ashland

2016-03-24
Smelt Dipping

Smelt: A Migratory Fish of Nutritional Value – Smelt Dipping Event

2016-03-22
Belknap Hot Springs, Oregon

Belknap Hot Springs: Discover Scenic Mineral Oasis in the Cascades

2016-03-22

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Blue Pool Campground and Day-Use at Salt Creek in Oregon – Blue Pool Stony Shoreline Blue Pool Campground and Day-Use at Salt Creek in Oregon – The picture "Blue Pool Stony Shoreline" displays a view of Salt Creek alongside a rocky, sunlit bank, with lush green trees overhanging the clear water and a person walking in the distance.

Blue Pool Campground and Day-Use – Swim, Then Soak in Wild Hot Springs Nearby

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Dee Wright Observatory – Explore Oregon’s Castle Built From Volcanic Rock!

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