Southern Oregon
The ancient mountain whose remains now form Crater Lake was known to the the Klamath, Modoc and Yahooskin Band of the Snake as Giiwas, or "sacred place."…
Must-see attractions in Southern Oregon
Southern Oregon
The cave – there's only one – contains about 3 miles of passages, explored via 90-minute walking tours that expose visitors to dripping chambers and 520…
Southern Oregon
Whether you're just gazing at Wizard Island from the rim of Crater Lake, or visiting it by boat, it's definitely one of the most prominent features of…
Southern Oregon
Adjacent to Ashland's three splendid theaters lies what is arguably the loveliest city park in Oregon, the 93 acres of which wind along Ashland Creek…
Southern Oregon
Twenty-one miles east of Steamboat is the stunning, two-tiered Toketee Falls, flowing over columnar basalt. To reach it, turn off on USFS Rd 34; the hike…
Southern Oregon
About 6 miles north of Medford on the Rogue River, this state park is popular for swimming and picnicking. About a mile beyond is Table Rocks, impressive…
Southern Oregon
Don't miss this excellent museum, which displays the Umpqua River Valley's cultural and natural histories in buildings designed to reflect the region's…
Southern Oregon
This well-maintained, 32-acre cemetery at the northwest of town is worth a wander to explore historical pioneer grave sites chronicling wars, epidemics…
Southern Oregon
A surprisingly good museum for the tiny town of Kerbyville, 2 miles north of Cave Junction, with fascinating old relics from Native American baskets to…
Southern Oregon
Medford's most famous tourist attraction is this outlet store of the giant mail-order fruit company. There are wine tastings and samples, and the over-the…
Southern Oregon
A cheesy but fun roadside attraction, the Vortex and accompanying House of Mystery lure visitors with displays of unexplained phenomena: people shrink as…
Southern Oregon
Learn about the area's history at this slightly quirky museum in the old armory. Along with natural-history dioramas and fine Native American basketry,…
Southern Oregon
Families with children shouldn't miss this hands-on interactive museum. It has plenty of fun science-oriented exhibits like a bubble room, hall of optical…
Favell Museum of Western Art & Indian Artifacts
Southern Oregon
This is a good upscale museum (for Klamath Falls) with Native American tools, basketry and bead work – check out the over 60,000 arrowheads on display,…
Southern Oregon
Turn up USFS Rd 38 at Steamboat to reach Steamboat Falls, where sea-run salmon and steelhead struggle to the top of the fast-moving falls from May to…
Southern Oregon
Two miles past Toketee Junction on Hwy 138 is Watson Falls, which at 272ft is one of the highest waterfalls in Oregon. The 0.4-mile path begins at the…
Applegate Trail Interpretive Center
Southern Oregon
This museum covers the history of early pioneers in the area and the impact of the discovery of gold, as well as transportation advancements through the…
Southern Oregon
If you like contemporary art, check out this Southern Oregon University museum, where new exhibitions go up every month or so. The university also puts on…
Southern Oregon
An old hardware store that was converted in 1908 into a hotel, the Baldwin has artifacts from the history of settlement in the area, plus the recreated…
Wildlife Images Rehabilitation & Education Center
Southern Oregon
Animal lovers shouldn't miss this nonprofit rehabilitation center for native creatures in trouble. It's about 13 miles from Grants Pass, near Merlin;…
Southern Oregon
Ten miles southwest of Roseburg, near Winston, is a 600-acre park dotted with inquisitive ostriches, camels, giraffes, lions, tigers and bears – among…
Southern Oregon
For something completely different, check out this big cat zoo 1.5 miles south of Cave Junction. This interactive preserve for rare and endangered felines…
Southern Oregon
You're not likely to drive past this shop-gallery without noticing: it looks like a hobbit fortress. Inside are amazing displays of woodworking, pottery…
Southern Oregon
Shop for local produce, baked goods, arts, crafts and so on at this community-centric outdoor market.
Southern Oregon
If you're in town on a weekend between March and October, catch this crafty market behind the plaza.
