Top Things to do in Oregon
Top Hotels in Oregon
- 1. The Hotel Zags Portland
- 2. The Benson Portland, Curio Collection by Hilton
- 3. Inn at Cannon Beach
- 4. Hallmark Resort
- 5. Royal Sonesta Portland Downtown
- 6. Radisson Hotel Portland Airport
- 7. The Porter Portland, Curio Collection By Hilton
- 8. Bandon Inn
- 9. The Whaler
- 10. Best Western Plus Hood River Inn
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Top 6 Dams in Oregon, United States
Discover the best top things to do in Oregon, United States including McGregor Park and Visitor Center, Bonneville Lock & Dam, Winchester Dam, John Day Lock and Dam, McNary Dam, Lookout Point Dam viewpoint and Park.
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1. McGregor Park and Visitor Center
2. Bonneville Lock & Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 617 reviews
Spans the Columbia River and links Oregon and Washington.
Reviewed By SeniorTravelerTF
More than the physical presence, the dam offers something if you are interested in how electricity is provided to the northwest, if you are interested in construction of such a massive structure, if you are interested in fish and ecology of the river, if you are interested in transportation and commerce on the river, and even a bit about the native cultures of the area. There are several floors of exhibits and viewing areas, a couple of recreation areas where you can picnic, and movies and slide shows. Hosts offer tours that go into the power plant a couple of times each day (see website), and are available to answer questions at their information desk. There is also a small gift shop and clean restrooms. So you can spend 3-4 hours here, or as little time as you wish. There is no admission charge and lots of free parking. The grounds and setting are beautiful. You are just a few minutes away from Multnomah Falls, so it is easy to combine the two for a day trip out of Portland.
3. Winchester Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 18 reviews
The Winchester Dam was built in November 1890 and is in the National Register of Historical Places. Constructed from large timber cribs, the dam was originally built 4 feet high and in 1907 the dam was raised to sixteen feet. Winchester Dam provided water and electricity for the town of Roseburg until 1923.
4. John Day Lock and Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
5. McNary Dam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By 518dawnelleb
Visited on a weekday in October and had the entire place to ourself. Indoor and outdoor viewing areas as well as small exhibits and films. It truly is amazing what all in involved with the fish population and workings of dams. What really impressed me was the park like grounds are open to the public for frisbee golf. Great use of the grounds to benefit the community. The green grass is not just for looks.
6. Lookout Point Dam viewpoint and Park
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
