''Oregon'', is one of those lesser known US states 'n is situated between the sunshine state of California 'n the evergreen state of Washington.This state unlike its neighbouring states is known more for its wilderness 'n natural beauty.This revu concentrates mainly on the north-western region adjoining Washington state ,along the beautiful ''Columbian River gorge''.
Portland:
This is one of the major cities of this region 'n known as the ''City of Roses'',mainly bcoz of the many rose gardens in the city,with the poular one being the ''Rose Garden''. It is also a good place to shop especially like in huge shopping malls like ''Lloyd's Centre'','n also many ppl in the bordering Washington prefer to come here ,bcoz of its duty free shopping out here. The famous Portland Univ is the most preferred destination among Indian students to pursue post-graduation like MS.
The Gorge:
The mighty ''Columbian river'' divides this state from its neighbouring Washington ,'n the long stretch along the trails of this river is a popular hiking ,surfing 'n picnicing spot for seattle 'n portland urban yuppies 'n this region is full of campers with huge trail trucks backpacked with surf boards, bicycles,fishing euipment,skiing etc etc. A top notch scenic drive among these dense pine forest,canyons,cliffs 'n huge boulders with steep mountain on one side 'n the deep river gorge on other is really a gr8 pleasure.Infact this long stretch called ''Columbia River Highway Scenic Byway ''is recommended as a must ,for enjoying the pleasure of pure driving .This area is full of log cabin restaurants overlooking the river 'n never forget to sip St.Michelle which is one of the finest wines of this region.Some of the famous waterfalls along the trails where u can stop by r Multnomoah falls (dropping down by nearly 600+ ft) 'n silver cascade.
Mt Hood: is a snow capped majestic 110000+ feet high dormant volcanic mountain 'n forms a beautiful backdrop for the gorge. The ''Panorma point'' along highway 35 gives a panormic view of the surrounding orchids along river Hood (also called ''windsurfing capital of US'' ) 'n the peak of this mountain 'n its surrounding.In winter this is an ideal skiing resort with the beautiful wooden Timberline lodge acting as a historic vintage hotel .This lodge is located at ht of 7000 ft 'n built with huge wooden logs 'n consists of huge fire places inside to ward off ur chill 'n gives a incredible aerial view of the surrounding alpine region.
Crater lake : is located somewhat in the central Oregon 'n is the most famous visiting site. This lake is indeed ,formed at the mouth of a collapsed volcanic peak 'n is one of the deepest lake in US.Its higlighing feature is its crystal clear blue sparkling water.The surrounding area around this crate is now a national park.
Beaches:
There r innumerable number camping sites in beaches of this rocky pacific coastline.These beaches r sprinkled with historic lighhouses ,'n some of 'em r still functional even today.The stretch between Lincholn city 'n Florence is most famous 'n a bit crowded in summers 'n is blisfully gorgeous .
So if u r in nearby Washington state do hit this trail.....
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