ADAIR VILLAGE
ALBANY
A bedroom community of Corvallis and Albany, this small but
growing community lends itself to several outdoor activities such
as hiking, biking, horseback riding, Frisbee, golf, and tennis.
South of town is the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife
regional office. It sits upon 40 acres and has a small lake for fishing and swimming.
ALBANY
Covered bridges, rose gardens, and four nationally registered
historical districts nestled along the Willamette River beckon
visitors to stay, play, and discover the beautiful city of Albany.
With over 1300 acres of community parks and five national forests within the region, visitors have ample opportunity for outdoor recreation, such as hunting, skiing, camping, and hiking. If
searching for the finer things in life, take in a summer outdoor
concert or visit one of many community theaters, museums, or
art galleries in the city. No matter what month you visit Albany,
you are sure to find an event or festival to enjoy.
For more information, contact:
Albany Area Chamber of Commerce
435 1st Ave. West
Albany, Oregon 97321
(541) 926-1517
[email protected]
www.albanychamber.com
ALSEA
Just east of Waldport along the Coast Range Mountains, this
mild and temperate town offers superb freshwater fishing in
the Alsea River and many hiking trails, such as Mary’s Peak, the
highest point in the Coast Range Mountains.
ALVADORE
Situated in the southern Willamette Valley, this bedroom community of Eugene is a popular place for fishing and boating.
Fern Ridge Reservoir and Orchard Point Park are within a mile
of Alvadore and offer a great place for picnicking, volleyball,
horseshoes, swimming and boating.
AUMSVILLE
This quaint town sits in the Willamette Valley and is part of the
Salem-Metro area. Summer in Aumsville is busy with family and
outdoor activities. Be sure to visit in late August for the Corn
Festival, and all season long for movies and concerts in the park.
community is recognized as a National Historic District. Walking tours of historic homes, public parks, and nature trails, as
well as several festivals and events give ample opportunity for
visitors to enjoy. If visiting in February be sure to attend Heritage Day for some old fashioned fun. In July, Coburg holds
a free quilt show and Coburg Golden Years. In December, see
Santa and his reindeer at Christmas in Coburg.
For more information, contact:
Coburg Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 8275 | Coburg, Oregon 97408
541-345-6791
www.coburgorchamber.org
CORVALLIS
A fundamental hub of commerce, culture, and education to the
Willamette Valley, Corvallis is central to metropolitan areas, the
Cascade Mountains, and the Pacific Ocean. This award-winning city offers a delightful mix of outdoor recreational opportunities, performing and visual arts, fine dining and shopping, and
college sporting events. Whether guests are looking to take in an
Oregon State University football game, search for fresh produce
at a farmers' market, or sample world-class wines at a local vineyard, all this an more can be found in Corvallis. Unique shopping experiences, from larger stores to local boutiques, as well as
excellent dining options are available in the downtown shopping
district. Annual festivals abound in Corvallis and outlying areas
and include the Red, White, and Blue Festival in July, Shrewsbury Renaissance Fair in September, and the annual Christmas
Parade in November.
For more information, contact:
Corvallis Chamber of Commerce
420 NW Second Street | Corvallis, Oregon 97330
541-757-1505
[email protected]
www.cbchambercoalition.com
COTTAGE GROVE
Guests in Cottage Grove, a small and friendly town in the Willamette Valley, can find many recreational opportunities. Take
it easy and relax at the the campground around the lake or ride
your bike along the Row River Trail. Perhaps head downtown
for a bite to eat and a browse through the local boutiques and
antique stores. For a bit of history, tour the covered bridges, historical buildings downtown, or the ghost town, Bohemia City,
just east of Cottage Grove.
Though close to Eugene and Albany, this historically rich community has a “small town” feel. The Linn County Pioneer Picnic
held each June is Oregon’s oldest continuing celebration and is
a day of family fun, entertainment, food, a kid’s parade, logger
jamboree, and talent show.
For more information, contact:
Cottage Grove Area Chamber of Commerce
700 E. Gibbs, Ste. C
Cottage Grove, Oregon 97424
541-942-2411
[email protected]
www.cgchamber.com
COBURG
CRESWELL
Surrounded by rolling hills and family farmland, this quaint
There are many recreational opportunities available in Creswell.
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