Location: Oregon City
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What to do and see in Oregon City, Oregon (OR): The Best Sights & Landmarks
Oregon City is the county seat of Clackamas County, Oregon, United States, located on the Willamette River near the southern limits of the Portland metropolitan area. Established in 1829 by the Hudson's Bay Company, in 1844 it became the first U.S. city west of the Rocky Mountains to be incorporated. As of the 2010 census, the city population was 31,859.
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1. Oregon City Municipal Elevator
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4.5 based on 165 reviews
The Oregon City Municipal Elevator has been in operation for over 100 years. The original elevator was constructed in 1915. It was powered by hydrolics and took about three minutes to reach the top of the bluff. In 1925 it was converted to electric power that was being generated by the water flowing from the Willamette river. The current elevator was completed in May of 1955. It was included on the National Register of Historic places in May of 2014. The elevator is owned by Oregon City and staffed by the Downtown Oregon City Association. Current hours are Monday-Saturday 7am-7pm and Sunday 10am-7pm.
Reviewed By Eilir7733 - Sisters, United States
This is a cool place to visit. Lots of history here. Also you can park either at the top or the bottom, and explore the historic upper part or the historic downtown part at the bottom. It doesn't cost money. Definitely look up the pictures and history online before you visit!
2. Oregon City Farmers Market
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4.5 based on 50 reviews
3. McLoughlin Promenade
4. McLoughlin House
5. Ermatinger House
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4.0 based on 3 reviews
6. Baker Cabin Historic Site
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4.0 based on 10 reviews
7. Oregon City Arch Bridge
8. Barclay House
9. Atkinson Memorial Church
10. Albeke Farm
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
