This Charming Town Near Portland Is Picture Perfect For A Fall Day Trip

Portland is surrounded by great small towns, but few compare in overall charm to Newberg. The small town, once known as Chehalem, is home to George Fox University, which sits in the center of the town and gives Newberg its vibrant feel. Wineries surround the town, making it a destination for wine lovers.

Downtown Newberg has the look of small town USA. It is quaint and walkable, making it a great place to stroll and watch a movie or have lunch.

The city's Cameo Theater is a step into history, as the theater remains equipped with original seating, lighting and decor.

One of the area's most famous residents, Herbert Hoover, is memorialized at the Hoover-Minthorn House Museum. The museum is located in Hoover's boyhood home where he lived with his aunt and uncle Dr. John and Laura Minthorn.

Pastoral views abound in the small town. Try your hand at disc golfing at the Ewing Young disc golf course and take in the views while you spend a relaxing afternoon outdoors.

If you enjoy wine, visit one of the areas many wineries. This view from the Penner Ash Winery is made for relaxation.

If you visit during the fall months, you may even get to see from grapes coming into the winery.

Winery tours will keep you busy and entertained all afternoon.

If you decide to come back in the summer, Old-Fashioned Days in July is a great time to visit to soak up some of the small-town flair.

Wildflowers are everywhere at the height of the summer.

When fall comes, the colors really pop as you drive through the farmland. Take a day to make the short trek to this beautiful city for a day of relaxation and fun away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Have you been to this charming town near Portland? Now is the best time of year to soak up the beauty of this delightful place.