Oregon Summer 2023
Willamette Week’s guide to getting the most out of the sun-soaked season by means of a series of trips to widely varying destinations throughout the state and across the Columbia River in Southern Washington
Oregon Summer Long Weekend Trip: Redmond
Cascade Mountain highs—from elevation-gaining hikes to flights of small-batch gin—are perhaps most enjoyable in Bend’s less crowded neighbor to the north.
Oregon Summer Weekend Trip: Bingen & White Salmon
From whitewater to wine to luxuriously warm (and ice cold) pools, these neighboring Gorge towns will help you get soaked.
Oregon Summer Weekend Trip: Tillamook
The North Coast’s country cousin is home to some of the best stuff made by nature or humans in the region.
Oregon Summer Day Trip: Ridgefield
This quickly growing northern Clark County town is rich with history, a hub for outdoor recreation and a birders’ paradise.
Oregon Summer Day Trip: McMinnville
Home to a charming Main Street, farm-to-table restaurants, tasting rooms galore and the Spruce Goose, this is where you’ll find the heart and soul of wine country.
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Oregon Summer Day Trip: Troutdale
The Gateway to the Gorge is the perfect place to get wet ’n’ wild.
Oregon Summer Day Trip: Westside by MAX
Our trusty light rail system can whisk you away to Portland’s suburban playgrounds, where an ‘80s-themed arcade, a sprawling wildlife preserve, gallons of beer and unique pizza await.