12 More Perfectly Picturesque Small Towns In Oregon (Part 2)
Oregon is full of charming towns and wonderful cities. Last month, I published an article featuring 22 of Oregon’s most picturesque small towns, but since there are so many lovely places in Oregon to be explored, I decided to create a part two.
From gorgeous seaside cities to bucolic rural communities, these towns in Oregon are full of beauty, history and charm. Here are 12 small towns in Oregon that are absolutely delightful:
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This lovely small town has a population of less than 3,000 and is the county seat for Curry County. Located on a beautiful stretch of the Oregon coast, this historic town was renamed in the 19th-century because of the large amount of gold that was found there.
Stayton is a small town of almost 8,000 residents, located in Marion County on the North Santiam River. Here's a photo of the lovely Stayton–Jordan covered bridge.
With a population of 32,000, McMinville is the largest town on this list, although it maintains a wonderful small town charm. Located in Yamhill County, McMinnville has a delightful downtown area with some of the best restaurants in the state.
Bandon is a charming, historic coastal city in Coos County with around 3,000 residents. In 2010 it was listed as one of the "Coolest Small Towns in America" by BudgetTravel. Here's a photo of the stunning Coquille Lighthouse.
Fossil is a quaint town with a population of less than 500, and it's absolutely charming. Located in Wheeler County, the town hosts the anual Wheeler County Fair and Rodeo and is also home to the only public fossil field in the U.S.
Located in Columbia County, this small town (with a population slightly more than 2,000) is at the heart of Oregon's timber industry. It's a lovely, interesting place to explore.
Located in Coos County, Powers is a tiny town (population 689) situated along the South Fork Coquille River, not far from the coast. If you're a history buff, be sure to check out the The Wagner House (one of the oldest pioneer houses in the area) and the railroad museum.
The beautiful town of Union is best known for its fascinating history, (the town was platted in 1864 and is located on the Oregon Trail), as well as its gorgeous, varied architecture.
In our last article we featured Florence, Joseph, Cottage Grove, Baker City, Cannon Beach, Sisters, Jacksonville, Newport, Brownsville, Brookings, Astoria, Monroe, Depot Bay, Wheeler, Yachats, Oakland, Neskowin, Ashland, Burns, Manzanita, Halfway and Silverton. Check it out here.
What are some other lovely towns in Oregon? Share your thoughts and stories in the comments.
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