AGNESS
Off the beaten path, this rugged and rural area is an excellent
location for fishing, hunting, hiking, and taking in the great outdoors. Though small and somewhat remote, the area has vacation rentals, three lodges, a store, small library, and a museum.
Agness is easily accessible by road, but more adventurous guests
can also reach the quaint town by tour boat along the Rogue
River.
ASHLAND
Located near Interstate 5 and the California state line, Ashland
is home to just over 20,000 people. Perhaps best known for its
internationally-renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival, Ashland
is a regional repertory theater that puts on eleven plays during
a season that lasts from February to October. The city hosts an
annual film festival each April and has the world’s only crime lab
dedicated to wildlife, The National Fish and Wildlife Forensics
Laboratory.
For more information, contact:
Ashland Chamber of Commerce
P.O. Box 1360
110 East Main Street
Ashland, Oregon 97520
(541) 482-3486
www.ashlandchamber.com
BANDON
Scenic sandy beaches and a charming Old Town district welcomes visitors to this peaceful coastal community along Highway 101 at the mouth of the Coquille River. Shop for local
artisan works and gifts or enjoy a bite to eat at one of many eateries in Old Town, then head for the pier for some fishing, crabbing, or boating. Bandon, the cranberry capital of the world,
holds three annual festivals- the Cranberry Festival, the Festival
of Lights, and the Seafood and Wine Festival. Bandon is also
home to four world-class golf courses, a historical museum, and
Sprague Community Theater.
For more information, contact:
Bandon Chamber of Commerce
300 Second St.
Bandon, Oregon 97411
541-347-9616
www.bandon.com
BARVIEW
With plenty of crabs and clams to go around, this small community off Highway 101 is a great place to catch your dinner or go
camping and beachcombing.
BROOKINGS
Due to its unusually temperate climate, Brookings, situated
along Highway 101, is known as the “Banana Belt of Oregon.”
The temperatures are mild, the coast is picturesque, and flowers
bloom year-round. Recreation opportunities abound and several
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events such as Saturday art walks, Rotary Duck Derby, Oktoberfest, Community Theater, and Nature’s Coastal Holiday mean
residents and visitors alike have plenty choices.
For more information, contact:
Brookings-Harbor Chamber of Commerce
PO Box 940
Brookings, Oregon 97415
541-469-3181; 800-535-9469
www.brookingsor.com
CANYONVILLE
The surrounding area of Canyonville has any lakes, waterfalls,
and hiking trails for fishing and water skiing. Annual festivals
include Pioneer Days in August and the Pumpkin Festival in
October.
CARPENTERVILLE
For a different view of the coast, come up above the valley and
take a pleasant drive along the Carpenterville Road, a scenic
drive that takes you through the community of Carpenterville.
CAVE JUNCTION
In the heart of the Illinois Valley and the gateway to the Oregon
Caves, this small town has many botanical, historical, and water
areas to enjoy.
For more information, contact:
Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce
201 Caves Highway
Cave Junction, Oregon 97523
541-592-3326
www.cavejunctionoregon.com
CENTRAL POINT
This Southwest Oregon city is nestled among family farms and
scenic forests. It offers several open spaces and community parks
to enjoy the natural beauty of the area, and has easy access to skiing, boating, fishing, and hiking. The city is home to the annual
Jackson County Fair, the Harvest Fair, Hot Air Balloon Festival,
Christmas shows, and entertainment events.
CHARLESTON
Fishing charters, crabbing, clamming, dining, and gift shops delight visitors each year in this coastal community just south of
Coos Bay. Charleston is also home to the Oregon Institute of
Marine Biology.
COQUILLE
Tucked along the scenic banks of the Coquille River, this charming town has arts, outdoor recreation, historical tours, and open
spaces to delight every visitor. Named “one of the top ten small
best towns in America” by Travel Holiday Magazine, Coquille
has year round fun and festivities, including the Chocolate Fantasy in January, its very popular Gay 90’s Parade in June, and
Christmas in Coquille in December.
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