What to do in the fall near Salem, Oregon
Discover fall in the Mid-Willamette Valley
Visiting the Salem, Oregon, area this fall? Here's what you need to know.
Check out our blogs for hidden gems, under-the-radar experiences and great seasonal ideas to work into your Salem area travel itinerary.
What to do in the fall near Salem, Oregon
Discover fall in the Mid-Willamette Valley
Visiting the Salem, Oregon, area this fall? Here's what you need to know.
What to do in the summer near Salem, Oregon
Summer vacation is finally here.
Take the Marion Farm Loop to 22 farm stops near Salem, Oregon
Stop for produce, flowers and award-winning wine
Find produce, flowers and award-winning wines on the Marion Farm Loop. The route takes you to 22 different farm stops in the Salem, Oregon, area. The trail has everything from flourishing gardens and family-owned farm markets to picturesque wineries and one-of-a-kind accommodations. Here are seven must-do experiences along the trail:
8 Willamette Valley Wineries with a View
Wine tasting with a view near Salem, Oregon
Restore your spirits and satisfy your inner wine enthusiast with some of the most scenic wineries and tasting rooms in Oregon's Mid-Willamette Valley. From family-owned boutique estates crafting less than 3,000 cases a year to much larger operations producing thousands more, here are eight destinations in the heart of the valley that pair spectacular views along with diverse and nuanced wines.
3 unique bike rides in Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley
Cycling routes from casual to challenging
The road is straight and flat, the pavement smooth. Your thoughts drift with the fragrant wafts from a mint field as you ride by. You pass cherry trees, hazelnut trees and lattices of hops reaching toward the sky. Pleasant distractions.
Kid-Friendly Wineries in Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley
Traveling with children in Oregon Wine Country
Children don’t necessarily jump to mind when most people are considering a proper wine tasting route. Yet, unbeknownst to many, there are plenty of kid-friendly wineries in the heart of Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley.
Wineries with overnight stays in Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley
Sip and Stay in Oregon Wine Country
When you're relaxing on the sunny terrace of one of the Willamette Valley's more than 500 wineries, gazing across a gently sloping vineyard planted with prized Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay grapes, it's easy to imagine what it might feel like to awaken every day to this ethereal scene — the mist slowly lifting, songbirds soaring overhead, the snow-capped Cascades in the distance. When you get right down to it, though, winegrowers are farmers. They rise early and work long hours to turn acres of sometimes fickle grape vines into the wines we love. It could be that spending a night or two on a working vineyard is what you're really dreaming about, and not actually owning and operating a vineyard.
Where to eat tacos in Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley
Six must-try taco stops near Salem, Oregon
Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley is rich with many things, including tacos. The area has a long mutual relationship with a thriving Latin American culture. Oregon shared a border with Mexico until 1848 when Mexico ceded California to the United States after the Mexican-American War. For well over a century, Mexicans and their descendants have played an essential role in all aspects of producing the singular bounty of the valley.
7 works of public art to enjoy in downtown Salem, Oregon
Discover unique art throughout the city
With close to 100 works spanning almost a century, Salem’s collection of public art includes work in almost every genre, placed on street corners, in parks and in civic buildings throughout the city. Take an easy stroll through downtown to discover seven unique sculptures, created by some of the Northwest’s most recognizable artists.
A guide to LGBTQ travel in Oregon’s Mid-Willamette Valley
Wineries, restaurants and places to stay
A list of small towns to visit near Salem, Oregon
Finding small-town charm
Stretching from the Coastal Range into parts of the Cascade Mountains and covering nearly 50 miles of I-5, the Salem, Oregon, area has dozens of award-winning wineries, countless waterfall hikes and numerous must-visit historical sites. Towns like Aurora, Independence and Detroit are well-known in this area, but there are a handful of smaller towns you may have never heard of but need to visit.
8 reasons to visit Dallas, Oregon
An idyllic town with history, trails and wineries
Set among vineyards and rolling hills, Dallas is located about 25 minutes outside of Salem, Oregon. Its owner-operated businesses, small-town charm and walkable downtown square will have you feeling like you’re in Mayberry – for all the right reasons.
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