Capital: Salem
Largest City: Portland
Abbreviation: OR
Joined the Union: February 14, 1859
Nickname: The Beaver State

Oregon is full of stunning geography, headlined by an impressive coastline and a high desert that’s become a hotspot for big city expats. The state’s populace is lucky to flock to world-class beaches, serene mountain hikes, top-notch ski resorts and fancy vineyards. Even in the Willamette Valley – Oregon’s urban core – nature is never too far away.

Areas to Explore

BEND & REDMOND

CRATER LAKE

THE OREGON COAST

PORTLAND