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The Most Interesting Historical Places in Oregon

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Historical Places in Oregon

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    Heceta Head Lighthouse , Florence
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    Lighthouse
    Projecting the strongest light on the Oregon coast, Heceta Head Lighthouse is part of a state park. Perched on a small peninsula with boulder
    Tours from $104
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    Yaquina Head Lighthouse , Newport
    4.6
    Lighthouse
    Built in 1871, Yaquina Head Lighthouse is Oregon's only wooden lighthouse that's still standing and fully operational. Although it initially
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    Fort Clatsop National Memorial , Astoria
    4.6
    National Park
    Step back in time to the age of exploration at Fort Clatsop National Memorial, a replica of the encampment used by Lewis and Clark during the
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    Cape Meares Lighthouse , Tillamook
    4.7
    Lighthouse
    Take a trip to Cape Meares Lighthouse and immerse yourself in scenic nature, grand views, and historic sites. The refuge is a perfect place f
    Tours from $110
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    The Grotto - National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother , Portland
    4.6
    Forest
    Admire The Grotto - National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother, a sanctuary spanning several floors with a rock cave carved into the base of
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    Historic destinations in Oregon

    Silverton BEST FOR: Garden, Landmark, Bridge
    Timberline Lodge BEST FOR: Ski Area
    Tillamook BEST FOR: Lighthouse, Historic Site, State Park
    Florence BEST FOR: Cave, Lighthouse, Mini Golf
    Astoria BEST FOR: Monument, Water Body, National Park
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