Things to see & do Oregon

4 Take a step back in time aboard a historic train ride at Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad!This non-profit heritage railroad offers a variety of scenic train rides traveling along breathtaking sections of theTillamook coastline between the towns of Garibaldi, Rockaway Beach, and Wheeler.Trains are pulled by century old steam locomotives or vintage diesel locomotives that worked in the fabled logging industry. The railroad offers daily excursions throughout the summer months and weekend excursions in the spring and fall. Special event experiences are offered throughout the year, such as themed trains for holidays and train rides that offer drinks on board for guests 21 and over. There is a unique and exciting experience that suits everyone aboard these unforgettable train rides! 306 American Ave. Garibaldi, Ore. 97118 503.842.7972 | OregonCoastScenic.org OREGON COAST SCENIC RAILROAD 101 101 197 199 20 20 20 26 26 35 2 30 97 97 97 97 6 22 22 58 31 62 62 39 66 99W 226 126 126 138 138 227 140 140 18 18 38 42 126 5 Astoria Seaside Tillamook Lincoln City Newport Corvallis Eugene Florence Coos Bay Brookings Ashland Medford Grants Pass Roseburg Canyonville Salem Silverton Woodburn Portland Oregon City Cannon Beach McMinnville Government Camp Cascade Locks Hood River The Dalles Biggs Madras Warm Springs Redmond Bend Sunriver Klamath Falls Lakevie Gold Beach OREG WASHIN Pacific Ocean Molalla Albany 1 3 6 7 4 5 8 10 11 12 14 13 18 2 9 15 16 17 19 e e e e e e 16 AuroraColony.com Designated as Oregon’s first historic district, Aurora is the premier destination for those looking for antiques, unique boutiques, and historical architecture. Visit the Aurora Colony Museum to learn about its pioneer beginnings and take a stroll with the Emma Walk, Aurora’s self-guided historical tour. Explore the expansive Aurora Mills Architectural Salvage and peruse the many shops in town to find vintage gems, thoughtful gifts, home décor, antique art, and more. Don’t forget to stop into White Rabbit Bakery for coffee and pastries, or grab a table at Filbert’s Farmhouse Kitchen for some Northwestinspired cuisine. Check the website for the events calendar featuring the annual Colony Days celebration, Wine and Chocolate Walk, and Outdoor Antiques and Artisans Markets. AURORA, OREGON 11 HOUSE OF MYSTERY AT THE OREGON VORTEX 4303 Sardine Creek Left Fork Rd. Gold Hill, Ore. 97525 541.855.1543 Facebook.com/OregonVortex Take a guided tour through the House of Mystery at the Oregon Vortex. A naturally occurring unsolved phenomenon just a few miles off of I-5! 12 ALBANY VISITORS ASSOCIATION 122 Ferry St. S.W. Albany, Ore. 97321 541.928.0911 | VisitAlbany.com All are welcome to join the fun in Albany! Get up close and personal with outstanding works of art at the Albany Historic Carousel & Museum. 8 Formed over 25 million years ago, Sea Lion Caves is America’s largest sea cave — a retreat for Steller sea lions and an array of other fascinating wildlife. Ride the modern elevator down through 200 feet of solid rock and experience an impressive cavern filled with roaring sea lions, wailing birds and the relentless surge of the Pacific Ocean. The interior soars to the height of a 12-story building and stretches the full length of a football field. Great care is taken to avoid disturbing these magnificent creatures and their habitat. It has taken more than 80 years of protecting, preserving and continuing to make this natural wonder safe for its animal residents and accessible to the public. Since 1932, it has remained an unforgettable family experience. 91560 Hwy. 101 Florence, Ore. 97439 541.547.3111 | SeaLionCaves.com SEA LION CAVES 13 Fun for all ages! Oregon’s own theme park nestled in a beautiful forest setting. Stroll through Storybook Lane, Western Town and English Village. Meet the spirits of the Haunted House — if you dare! Experience the beautiful Fantasy Fountains water-light show, the wild outrageous musical Comedy Theatre and lots of hands-on fun in Pinocchio’s Playhouse. Plus plenty of fun rides, including the Big Timber Log Ride, Ice Mountain Bobsled Roller Coaster, Bumper Cars andThe Challenge of Mondor (an indoor target shooting ride). Kiddie rides include carousel, bumper boats, Ferris wheel, train and frog hopper. Also, you can enjoy picnicking, gift shops, delicious food, face painting and much more. 8462 Enchanted Way SE 7 miles south of Salem off I-5, exit 248 Turner, Ore. 97392 503.363.3060 | EnchantedForest.com ENCHANTED FOREST 10 Looking for a little adventure? Look no further. KLA-MO-YA Casino offers Vegas style slots just minutes from the breathtaking views of natural wonders like Crater Lake National Park, the Lava Beds National Monument and the Ponderosa Pines. After exploring the magnificent surroundings you’ll appreciate the clean and comfortable rooms, pool, and complimentary breakfast at the Sleep Inn Hotel. Grab some great food and a drink and try your luck at a variety of new slot games. They also offer a full-service travel center with abundant parking for RV’s and trucks. Stay and Play at KLA-MO-YA Casino in Chiloquin, Where Winning Comes Naturally! 34333 Hwy. 97 N. Chiloquin, Ore. 97624 888.552.6692 | klamoyacasino.com KLA-MO-YA CASINO 15 500 N.E. Captain Michael King Smith Way McMinnville, Ore. 97128 503.434.4180 | EvergreenMuseum.org Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum –The Home of the Iconic Spruce Goose. Named one of the top ten aviation museums in the U.S. by Travel & Leisure magazine, Evergreen is the place to explore and discover more than 150 aircraft, spacecraft, and exhibits that tell the story of flight and space exploration with unique historic artifacts, including the SR-71 Blackbird, a WWII CH-47 that flew 3 missions on D-Day, the first commercial DC-3, an F-117A Nighthawk, a large collection of vintage Helicopters, a Titan II Space Launch Vehicle, and more. The museum is open daily except Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day. EVERGREEN AVIATION & SPACE MUSEUM

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