Things to Do in Oregon: Pacific Northwest Roadside Stops

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Oregon delivers Pacific Northwest weird—world’s smallest park, giant cavemen, and factory tours with a view. Some of these we’ve visited, others are still on our list. When we’ve been somewhere, the link takes you to our photo page with details and snark. Otherwise, you’ll head to their official site (assuming one exists—sometimes that’s half the adventure).

Things To Do in Oregon

Albany

Giant Possum holding a spray paint gun – Located at Possum Autobody & Paint, 175 9th Avenue.

Bay City

Fish Peddler – Watch them express ship shrimp and shellfish.

Boring

Guide Dogs for the Blind – In-person tours available Wednesdays only, reservations required. Virtual tours available on website.

Central Point

Dogs for the Deaf – In-person tours currently suspended, video tours available online.

Grants Pass

World’s Largest Caveman – Located at 1995 NW Vine Street.

Medford

Harry & David Factory Tour – See how the gourmet gifts are made.

Newport

Fish Peddler – Watch them process shrimp.

Pendleton

Pendleton Woolen Mills Factory Tour – See the famous blankets being woven.

Portland

Mills End Park – World’s Smallest Park – 452 square inches of parkland.

Rockaway Beach

World’s Largest Corn Dog – Giant corn dog sculpture.

Tillamook

Tillamook Creamery Tours – Cheese factory tours and ice cream.

Yachats

Thor’s Well – Dramatic ocean sinkhole on the coast.


More Pacific Northwest weird? Check out our Things To Do in Washington page for roadside oddities, get tips for traveling with pets, or browse our Homepage for road trip resources. Ready for your next adventure?

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