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- Ashland: A Theatrical Haven with Natural Splendor. Nestled in the breathtaking Rogue Valley, Ashland is undoubtedly one of Oregon’s top mountain towns.
- Astoria: Maritime Marvel and Historic Delight. With its rich history and small-town charm, Astoria is a gem of the Pacific Northwest. Situated at the mouth of the Columbia River, the town offers stunning river views and a historic downtown area waiting to be explored.
- Cottage Grove: Covered Bridges and Small-Town Charm. Cottage Grove, nestled in the heart of Oregon’s Cascade Mountains, is one of the top mountain towns in the state.
- Cannon Beach: Coastal Serenity and Iconic Landmarks. If you’re looking for a laid-back mountain town in Oregon that offers breathtaking scenery and a relaxed coastal vibe, Cannon Beach should be at the very top of your list.
Small towns to visit near Salem, Oregon. 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.
Driving directions to Salem, OR including road conditions, live traffic updates, and reviews of local businesses along the way.
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- Silverton. Silverton is a beautiful small town with expansive green spaces and numerous cultural attractions about 15 miles northeast of Salem. The town's namesake, Silver Creek, flows through the town from Silver Falls into the Pudding River.
- Monmouth/Independence. Monmouth and Independence offer spacious homes about 15 miles southwest of Salem. While they're technically separate cities, the two share a school district and are so close together they're often considered one community by residents.
- Mt. Angel. Angel is a small town with rich German heritage in the heart of the Willamette Valley, about 18 miles from Salem. Much of present-day Mt. Angel was part of Benjamin Cleaver's 640-acre donation land claim in 1850.
- Sublimity. Sublimity is a rural residential town with spacious homes and lots set among rolling hills about 15 miles southeast of Salem. Forests dominated the area before its settlement around 1840, but a massive controlled burn cleared the land in the early 19th century.
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- B. Sparkling Silver Falls
- C. Silverton and Mt. Angel
This leisurely paced route offers a pleasing detour for I-5 travelers into the quieter environs of the Willamette Valley. To begin, exit I-5 at Delaney Road (Exit 248) just south of Salem. Head east to the town of Turner and follow signs for the Tour Route. After crossing Oregon Route 22, you'll be in Sublimity, a town that's as peaceful as its nam...
Silver Falls State Park is the largest park in the Oregon State Park System. Its 8,700 acres feature a campground; a conference center; and hiking, mountain biking and horse trails. The park best known for its waterfalls attracts over three-quarter million visitors each year. The Trail of Ten Falls (Canyon Trail) winds past ten waterfalls in Silver...
From the Park, Oregon Route 214 continues to Silverton, a town that displays its old-fashioned charm with murals depicting Norman Rockwell paintings. Gardeners will want to visit the Oregon Garden, a world-class public display and botanical garden. Silverton's vibrant downtown offers good restaurants, shopping and galleries. Heading north, you'll s...
Overview. Map. Directions. Satellite. Photo Map. The Salem Hills are a range of hills spanning from southern Salem, Oregon, United States, south to Jefferson, west to the Willamette River and east to Turner and Marion.
Surrounded by Douglas-fir, western hemlock, Oregon grape, salal, sword fern and the remnants of old growth forest, the trails of Rackett Ridge, Perimeter and Buck Mountain loop provide remarkable scenery with a variety of plant and animal life.
