Nestled in between Bend and Eugene, Oakridge and neighboring town Westfir, Oregon sit in the Cascades Mountain Range within the Willamette National Forest.
Visitors are welcomed year around, but May-October are the prime months for recreationalist.
Gateway to the Willamette National Forest
“In the middle of some of the best recreation in all of Oregon, Oakridge Oregon in the Willamette Valley is one of the best kept secrets.”
With over 1.6 million acres, the Willamette National Forest is home to eight wilderness areas, including the popular Three Sisters Wilderness and Mt. Jefferson Wilderness, a variety of backpacking and day hiking opportunities, waterfalls, wildflowers, mountain biking trails, boating, swimming and much more!
Location
Just a short drive from many cities in Oregon.
Portland: 2.5 hours
Eugene: 55 minutes
Bend: 2 hours
Cascades Outdoor Center
The Cascades Outdoor Center offers daily shuttles and tours base out of the Westfir Lodge in the small town of Westfir. Population 307. Located just two miles off highway 58 and five miles from Oakridge. Daily tours include mountain bike shuttles, whitewater rafting, kayaking, hiking and snowshoeing.
“Bring your friends, your special someone or your family. We offer something to everyone!”