10 Most Beautiful Places in Oregon

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The Painted Hills

The colors here are from ancient eruptions that caused ash layers to deposit over many years and caused different minerals to reach and solidify into various colored bands over time.

9

Samuel H. Boardman State Scenic Corridor

Massive rock outcroppings adorned with towering trees pepper the rocky shoreline and create various bridges laden with moss. 

8

Toketee Falls

This two-tiered waterfall cascades 113 feet into a pool of pristine aqua-colored water like a scene from a fairy tale.

7

Multnomah Falls

Arguably the most famous waterfall in a state known for waterfalls, Multnomah Falls is one of the most visited spots in Oregon for good reason.

6

Smith Rock State Park

A fantastic rock outcropping in the middle of a breathtaking desert landscape, surrounded by panoramic views of the cascade range.

5

The Columbia River Gorge

Take the Historic Columbia River Highway, known as the "King of Roads," which was the first scenic highway in America to be designated as a National Historic Landmark, an incredible achievement.

4

Mount Hood National Forest

Reaching an impressive height of 11,250 feet, Mt. Hood is the tallest volcano in Oregon and the fourth tallest in the Cascade Range. 

3

Crater Lake National Park

Clocking in at a depth of 1,943 feet, Crater Lake is the deepest lake in America and the ninth deepest lake in the world. 

2

Haystack Rock at CanNon Beach

The striking shoreline is lined with massive rock formations, the largest coastal sand dunes in America and a breathtaking view of the chilly Pacific Ocean.

1

Wallowa Mountains

Alpine meadows and granite peaks engulf you in this mountain paradise, with breathtaking landscapes.

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