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Southern Oregon: General Information

*Ashland*

	Ashland Chamber of Commerce/VCB 110 East Main St./PO Box 1360 Ashland, OR 97520 Phone: (541) 482-3486 marypat@ashlandchamber.com	Ashland Chamber of Commerce/Visitors & Convention Bureau works to promote diversified economic development and stimulate the local economy while maintaining Ashland's livability. Membership involvement is strongly encouraged with many opportunities to enhance the business community. The Chamber publishes a "Living and Doing Business Guide" to provide comprehensive community data and an "In & about Ashland Guide" that serves as our primary visitor information source. Open Monday-Friday, 9am to 5pm located next to the Black Swan Theater. The Plaza Information Booth is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day, seven days a week, conveniently located on the Plaza.

*Bandon*

	Bandon Chamber of Commerce/Visitors Center PO Box 1515 Bandon, OR 97411 Phone: (541) 347-9616 bandoncc@harborside.com	The center is located in Old Town at the corner of 2nd and Chicago Streets. Bandon is host to the newest golf resort in the state, nationally-recognized Bandon Dunes. Enjoy beautiful walking beaches, America's largest wild animal petting park, award-winning restaurants, cranberry bogs and wildlife watching. Bandon's Irish Festival is held on Memorial weekend, and Bandon Cranberry Festival is held on the 2nd weekend in September. Popular Fourth of July celebrations are held each year also. Call or write the Chamber of Commerce/Visitors Center.
*Brookings*

	Brookings-Harbor Chamber of Commerce PO Box 940 Brookings, OR 97415 Phone: (541) 469-3181 Alt Phone: (800) 535-9469 chamber@brookingsor.com	The "Pulse of America's Wild Rivers Coast," Brookings-Harbor has the mildest climate on the coast and has long used the phrase "Oregon's Banana Belt" to promote its temperate year-round climate. A popular retirement area, Brookings-Harbor is also famous for growing nearly 90% of America's Easter Lilies. An early summer drive between Brookings-Harbor and Crescent City gives you a breathtaking view of fields of blooming lilies.
*Canyonville*

	Canyonville Area Chamber of Commerce PO Box 1028 Canyonville, OR 97417 Phone: (541) 839-4258	A quaint little town, nestled alongside Interstate 5 at the foot of Canyon Mountain. An easy gateway to Crater Lake, the Umpqua Forest and Wilderness Area. Antiques, camping, fishing, and swimming at Stanton Park. Seven Feathers Casino and Resort. Annual celebration the last full week of August provides fun for the whole family. Food, craft booths, old-time fiddlers contest, logging show, parade and more. For information on events, recreation, lodging and dining in Canyonville area, call or write.
*Cave Junction*

	Cave Junction Cave Junction, OR	Located 30 miles southwest of Grants Pass on Hwy 199, Cave Junction is a colorful small town offering access to the Oregon Caves, which area located 20 miles east of town off Hwy 46. The wondrous Illinois River borders Cave Junction on the west. There are plenty of shops and other amenities available in the town.

	Illinois River Valley Visitor Center 201 Caves Highway Cave Junction, OR 97523 Phone: (541) 592-4076	A "one stop" visitor center with National Park Service, Forest Service, Bureau of Land Management, Josephine County, and Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce information, as well as a natural history bookstore. Information on Oregon Caves tours, the Siskiyou National Forest, wilderness areas, campgrounds, lodging and road conditions.
*Coos Bay*

	Bay Area Chamber of Commerce 50 Central Ave. Coos Bay, OR 97420 Phone: (541) 269-0215 Alt Phone: (800) 824-8486 liberant@vci.net

	North Bend/ Coos Bay Promotion Committee 500 Central CoosBay, OR 97420 Phone: (800) 255-5318 Alt Phone: (800) 824-8486	Imagine miles of pristine, uncrowded beaches, sport fishing, championship-level golf courses, and acres of dunes to be explored. Leisure time spent antiquing and lingering at a bay front cafe. Memorable dining with a sunset view, followed by exciting 24-hour casino gaming. It's not your imagination; it's Oregon's Bay Area, your next adventure waiting to happen.
*Crater Lake*

	Fort Klamath Hwy 62 Fort Klamath, OR 97626	Seasonal. The fort was founded in 1863 to provide protection to travelers on the Applegate Trail. A replica guardhouse holds museum exhibits depicting military life, Native American artifacts and pioneer history. Four Modoc warrior graves are on the grounds. Today ranchers share the scene with resorts, fly-fishing, canoeing and outdoor lovers.

	Fort Klamath Fort Klamath, OR	This small town, named after the nearby historic fort, is right on the way to Crater Lake. It is a natural meeting place for ranchers, fishing enthusiasts, and outdoor travelers looking for natural adventures.
*Eagle Point*

	City of Eagle Point PO Box 779 Eagle Point, OR 97524 Phone: (541) 826-4212 cblackwell@cityofeaglepoint.org	Long known as the Gateway to the Lakes, Eagle Point offers a variety of opportunities for visitors. Home of a nationally recognized Robert Trent Jones Golf Course, Covered Bridge #202, National Veteran's Cemetery, a fantastic museum, Children's Park, and a water powered grain mill, operational since 1872 and complete with a country store. Locals and visitors alike enjoy a variety of places to eat. This is an ideal stop on the way to the Rogue River, Crater Lake, and a multitude of exciting adventures. For more information write to Community Development, City of Eagle Point.
*Glide*

	Colliding Rivers Information Center Glide Loop Road Glide, OR 97443 Phone: (541) 496-0157	The Visitors Information Center is located across from Colliding Rivers Wayside, where the Little River and North Umpqua River meet head-on, the only spot in the US where such a phenomenon occurs. A joint project of the US Forest Service, BLM, and Roseburg Visitors & Convention Bureau, the Visitors Center is located in a converted Civilian Conservation Corps cabin and is open May-October.
*Gold Beach*

	Gold Beach Promotion Committee/Gold Beach Visitors Center PO Box 375 Gold Beach, OR 97444 Phone: (541) 247-7526 Alt Phone: (800) 525-2334 visit@goldbeach.org	Come visit the Southern Oregon Coast! Gold Beach offers outdoor adventures at its best. Fun for the entire family offering jet boat tours, golfing, year-round fishing, hiking, beachcombing and more. Call or write for a free visitor information packet.
*Grants Pass*

	Grants Pass VCB 1995 NW Vine St. Grants Pass, OR 97526 Phone: (541) 476-5510 Alt Phone: (800) 547-5927 vcb@visitgrantspass.org	Located on the "Wild and Scenic" Rogue River, Grants Pass is a classic river town with a wealth of activities, scenic beauty and old-fashioned hospitality. Visitors who have traditionally come to experience world-class fishing, white water rafting and the popular jetboat excursions, are now discovering so much more. An historic downtown district offers an array of antique, craft and specialty shops as well as museums and art galleries. One of Oregon's largest growers and crafters markets is in full-swing twice weekly from early spring into the fall. Annual celebrations such as Boatnik, Art Along the Rogue, the Magical, Musical Christmas Murals, and the not-to-be-missed summer BearFest make a visit to Grants Pass a truly unique family vacation.

	Grants Pass/Josephine County Chamber of Commerce 1995 NW Vine Street Grants Pass, OR 97526 Phone: (541) 476-7717 Alt Phone: (800) 547-5927 gpcoc@grantspasschamber.org	Stop by the visitor center at 1995 NW Vine Street off I-5 at Exit 58 in Grants Pass or write for information.
*Jacksonville*

	Jacksonville COC/ Visitors Center 185 N. Oregon St./PO Box 33 Jacksonville, OR 97530 Phone: (541) 899-8118 chamber@jacksonvilleoregon.org	Jacksonville is a National Historic Landmark town with over 100 historic buildings and homes. Also visit the museums, walking tours and trails, fine restaurants and lodgings, and unique shops. Events year-round, call for more information or stop by the Jacksonville Visitors Center.
*Klamath Falls*

	Klamath Falls 507 Main St. Klamath Falls, OR 97601 Phone: (541) 884-0666 Alt Phone: (800) 445-6728	Located in Klamath County and home to Crater Lake and the Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway, All-American Road. Attractions are plentiful, including fishing, canoeing, hiking, museums, boat tours and resorts. For maps and brochures, contact the Great Basin Visitor Association.

	Klamath Lake Klamath Falls, OR	It is the largest natural lake in Oregon and the most diverse. At the south end of the lake, anchored by the city of Klamath Falls, you'll find lakeside parks, several marinas, and the Klamath Yacht Club. Both sail and motor boating are very popular. Fishing enthusiasts consider trophy size rainbow "daily fare" in the Pelican Bay area, and bird watchers enjoy a multitude of waterfowl and bald eagles. Resorts and marinas are on the west side.
*Lakeview*

	Lake County Chamber of Commerce 126 North E Street Lakeview, OR 97630 Phone: (541) 947-6040 Alt Phone: (877) 947-6040	Enjoy western hospitality at its best when you visit Lake County. This is a rock hounds paradise with opals, sunstone, obsidian and thunder eggs. Known as the "Hang Gliding capitol of the west," Lakeview offers spectacular vistas as sails fill the skies in the annual competition. Enjoy the geyser " Old Perpetual" as it sprays the air with steam every 45 seconds. Soar down Warner Canyon Ski Hill, a non-profit ski hill with a triple chair lift and fourteen runs and short lift lines. Birding in the spring and fall is magnificent and offers many unique species. Soak in the many hot springs, hike the trails, and camp under the starry skies. Enjoy our newest event, the Oregon Outback Challenge, a mountain bike race and tour in August. North Lake County offers the geographical wonders of Crack-In-the-Ground, the Lost Forest, Fort Rock, and the Sand Dunes. There is plenty to see and do with any visit to Lake County. For information contact the Lake County Chamber of Commerce.
*Medford Area*

	Medford VCB 101 East 8th Street Medford, OR 97501 Phone: (541) 779-4847 Alt Phone: (800) 469-6307 vcb@visitmedford.org	Medford, "The Center Of the Rogue Valley," is Southern Oregon's largest and most diverse city, brimming with historical and cultural attractions. Tax-free shopping. Nine incredible golf courses. Fish and raft the Rogue River. Hike the Table Rocks, explore Crater Lake or the Oregon Caves. And lastly, soak up some sun while taking a tour of a variety of local wineries and agricultural sites.

	Phoenix Chamber of Commerce/ Visitors Center 205 Fern Valley Road #205M Phoenix, OR 97535 Phone: (541) 535-6956	The Chamber is located at the Shoppes at Exit 24 Mall, in the heart of the beautiful Rogue Valley. Tour the beautiful countryside and the rolling hills by using our back country touring map and our wonderful greenway bike and walking path. The maps are available at the Phoenix Chamber/Visitors Center. Stop iu and visit w/ us and we will have all the latest events information.
*Merlin*

	Merlin/Galice Merlin/Galice, OR	Take I-5, Exit 61. The town of Merlin is the center for rafting the Wild and Scenic portion of the Rogue River and for world-class fishing. Fishermen still come from all over the world to test their skills against the wily steelhead and the great "lunker" salmon.
*Port Orford*

	Port Orford Chamber/ Visitors Center PO Box 637 Port Orford, OR 97465 Phone: (541) 332-8055 chamber@portorfordoregon.com	Visit Beautiful Port Orford, where the mountains touch the Pacific Ocean. Gateway to America's Wild Rivers Coast. Relax by sightseeing, whale watching, beach-combing or fishing in the ocean or in one of the many lakes or rivers. The people are friendly and the area is breathtaking. Visit the Port Orford Chamber/ Visitors Center located at Hwy 101 South, Battle Rock City Park.
*Reedsport*

	Douglas County Coastal Visitor Center Reedsport-Winchester Bay, OR Phone: (541) 271-4631	Located four miles south of Reedsport. Formerly the Coast Guard's Administrative Station, the center now houses displays on the area's maritime history and natural history. Open May-September. Whale watching station open year-round.

	Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce 855 Highway 101/PO Box 11 Reedsport, OR 97467 Phone: (541) 271-3495 Alt Phone: (800) 247-2155 reewbycc@harborside.com	Located in the center of the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, this coastal community is home to 40 miles of undisturbed beaches, the tallest dunes in Oregon, spectacular sunsets and abundant wildlife. Learn about everything to see and do with a stop at the Reedsport-Winchester Chamber Visitor Center at the junction of Hwys 101 & 38. The 24-hour foyer is stocked with free information, and maps that can help you find area attractions. If you would like to have information sent to you, contact the Reedsport/Winchester Bay Chamber of Commerce.
*Roseburg*

	Myrtle Creek/Tri-City Area Chamber of Commerce PO Box 31 Myrtle Creek, OR 97457 Phone: (541) 863-3037 dcmail@pioneer-net.com	An area steeped in timber and mining history just off of I-5 at Exits 103 and 108. Camping, shopping, historic houses, hiking, fishing and swimming are all part of the unique flavor of the area. Home to Summer Festival (last full weekend in July), South Douglas Rodeo (third weekend in June), and Lighted Truck Parade (second weekend in December). Boasting a beautiful park system teeming with features like a band shell, an RV Park, and recreational spots fields. For more information, call or write the Myrtle Creek/Tri-City Area Chamber of Commerce.

	Roseburg VCB PO Box 1262 Roseburg, OR 97470 Phone: (541) 672-9731 Alt Phone: (800) 444-9584 info@visitroseburg.com	Roseburg is in the heart of the "Land of Umpqua" which is conveniently located on I-5. Enjoy the year-round mild climate, magnificent scenery, and authentic experiences in friendly hometown America! Your first stop in the Land of Umpqua should be the state-of-the-art Visitors Center. Enjoy outdoor adventures including fishing, rafting, and discovering waterfalls galore. Travel a designated National Scenic Byway to Crater Lake National Park and visit covered bridges, many local wineries, a Wildlife Safari drive-through animal park and more.
*Shady Cove*

	City of Shady Cove 22451 Highway 62/PO Box 1210 Shady Cove, OR 97539 Phone: (541) 878-2225 elise@grrtech.com	The famous Rogue River runs through this "all-season" recreation destination and lodging base. Noted for its steelhead and salmon fishing, hunting, rafting and kayaking; guide services available. Nearby golf, Lost Creek Lake for boating, hiking and bike trails, scenic beauty and historical sites; situated on the Rogue-Umpqua National Scenic Byway south of Crater Lake National Park. Year-round celebrations including salmon BBQ and Wildflower Show.

	Upper Rogue Regional Tourism Alliance PO Box 1573 Shady Cove, OR 97539 Phone: (541) 878-3626 chamber@upper-rogue.org
*Sutherlin*

	Elkton Elkton, OR	Elkton, situated at the junction of Elk Creek and the Umpqua River, was settled in the 1850's. The Hudson's Bay Company maintained Fort Umpqua in the vicinity, and Elkton was an early-day Douglas County seat. Not many historic buildings remain, due to a long history of fires and floods, but several local wineries make this an interesting stop.

	Sutherlin Chamber of Commerce 1310 West Central Ave. Sutherlin, OR 97479 Phone: (541) 459-5829 suthvic@tsioregon.net; thvic@mcsi.net	Historic timber town. Home of Sutherlin Stampede Rodeo (first weekend in August), Blackberry Festival (third weekend in August). Toyland Light Parade (two weekends in December). We are the center of the best living in Oregon. Water to swim in, fish in, boat in, antique shops, golf, hike and bike trails, friendly people, easy living. Let us give you more information at the Sutherlin Chamber of Commerce Log Cabin in Triangle Park.
*Winston*

	City of Winston 201 North Douglas Blvd. Winston, OR 97496 Phone: (541) 679-6739 Alt Phone: (541) 679-0118	Winston, home of Wildlife Safari, a 600-acre drive-through exotic animal park. Tour wineries, fish, enjoy community activities: Trader Day (city-wide garage sale), Graffiti car cruise, Riverbend Live! entertainment, Celtic Highland Games, Oregon Blue Grass, and Melon Festival. For other information contact the Winston-Dillard Chamber Visitor Center, 20 NW Glenhart Avenue, PO Box 68, Winston OR 97496.

	Winston-Dillard 20 NW Glenhart Ave./PO Box 68 Winston-Dillard, OR 97496 Phone: (541) 679-0118	City of Winston, home of Wildlife Safari, a 600-acre drive through exotic animal park. Tour wineries, fish, enjoy community activities: Trader Day (city-wide garage sale), Graffiti Car Cruise, Riverbend Live! Entertainment, Celtic Highland Games, Oregon Bluegrass, and Melon Festival. For other information, contact the Winston-Dillard Chamber Visitor Center.
*Wolf Creek*

	Wolf Creek Wolf Creek, OR	If you're traveling on I-5, make sure to take the Wolf Creek Exit and visit this historic town. Located on the original Oregon-to-California stagecoach road, this small community is home of the Wolf Creek Inn. Opened in the 1880's, the inn is one of Oregon's oldest hostelries.

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