Southern Oregon City Information
Ashland is a city in southern Oregon. It’s known for the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Southwest of downtown, leafy Lithia Park surrounds Ashland Creek and features trails, duck ponds and a rose garden. To the northeast, North Mountain Park has a nature center and themed gardens, like the butterfly and herb gardens. At the ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, kids can build and experiment in the Da Vinci’s Garage space.
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Ashland
Ashland is a city in southern Oregon. It’s known for the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Southwest of downtown, leafy Lithia Park surrounds Ashland Creek and features trails, duck ponds and a rose garden. To the northeast, North Mountain Park has a nature center and themed gardens, like the butterfly and herb gardens. At the ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum, kids can build and experiment in the Da Vinci’s Garage space.
Jacksonville is a historic Gold Rush town and is now known for a thriving cultural and epicurean scene. It has been dubbed “One of America’s Top 10 Coolest Small Towns” by Frommers and you are sure to fall in love with J'ville the way so many others have before! On the main street there are quaint shops and eateries housed in it's historic buildings dating back to 1851.
From miles and miles of hiking trails to the undiscovered wineries of the Rogue Valley, it is all about living the good life here in Southern Oregon! From great food and wine to live music performances year-round there is something for everyone to enjoy in Jacksonville. Home of the Britt Music Festival.
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Jacksonville
Jacksonville is a historic Gold Rush town and is now known for a thriving cultural and epicurean scene. It has been dubbed “One of America’s Top 10 Coolest Small Towns” by Frommers and you are sure to fall in love with J'ville the way so many others have before! On the main street there are quaint shops and eateries housed in it's historic buildings dating back to 1851.
From miles and miles of hiking trails to the undiscovered wineries of the Rogue Valley, it is all about living the good life here in Southern Oregon! From great food and wine to live music performances year-round there is something for everyone to enjoy in Jacksonville. Home of the Britt Music Festival.
Only a short drive from Crater Lake National Park, Medford’s rolling hills will delight you with award-winning wines, artisan cheeses, and specialty chocolates. Medford’s historic downtown is rediscovering its heritage with beautifully restored buildings filled with art galleries, bookstores, coffeehouses, specialty boutiques, and antiques. The power, drama and excitement of performing arts can be found in the restored Craterian Ginger Rogers Theater.
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Medford
Only a short drive from Crater Lake National Park, Medford’s rolling hills will delight you with award-winning wines, artisan cheeses, and specialty chocolates. Medford’s historic downtown is rediscovering its heritage with beautifully restored buildings filled with art galleries, bookstores, coffeehouses, specialty boutiques, and antiques. The power, drama and excitement of performing arts can be found in the restored Craterian Ginger Rogers Theater.
To do in Southern Oregon
Be sure to check out all the wonderful activities in Medford and the entire Southern Oregon region.
Exhilarating "fun-adventure" jetboat trips down the famous Rogue River from downtown Grants Pass. Spectacular scenery, wildlife and history on a fully interpreted tour through Hellgate Canyon. Two-hour scenic, five-hour whitewater adventure or four-hour brunch, lunch & dinner trips served on open-air decks overlooking the river. Relax before or after your trip & stroll through ShopRiverRock located upstairs; over 4,000 sq. ft. of gifts and home décor.
966 S.W. 6th Street
Grants Pass OR 97526
(541) 479-7204 (800) 648-4874
https://hellgate.com/
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Hellgate Jetboat Excursions
966 SW 6th StExhilarating "fun-adventure" jetboat trips down the famous Rogue River from downtown Grants Pass. Spectacular scenery, wildlife and history on a fully interpreted tour through Hellgate Canyon. Two-hour scenic, five-hour whitewater adventure or four-hour brunch, lunch & dinner trips served on open-air decks overlooking the river. Relax before or after your trip & stroll through ShopRiverRock located upstairs; over 4,000 sq. ft. of gifts and home décor.
966 S.W. 6th Street
Grants Pass OR 97526
(541) 479-7204 (800) 648-4874
https://hellgate.com/
Oregon's Epic ZipLine Adventures With Stunning Views Of The Upper Klamath Lake Basin And Just A Quick 30 Minutes From Crater Lake National Park's South Entrance! Oregon’s longest ziplines are sure to challenge and inspire you. Plus don’t miss Sasquatch Hollow Kid’s Zipline Adventure. A perfect thrill for younger adventurers! Whether it’s on your bucket list, or you’re a zipline junky, we look forward to seeing you in the trees!
Visit https://craterlakezipline.com/
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Crater Lake ZipLine
29840 OR-140Oregon's Epic ZipLine Adventures With Stunning Views Of The Upper Klamath Lake Basin And Just A Quick 30 Minutes From Crater Lake National Park's South Entrance! Oregon’s longest ziplines are sure to challenge and inspire you. Plus don’t miss Sasquatch Hollow Kid’s Zipline Adventure. A perfect thrill for younger adventurers! Whether it’s on your bucket list, or you’re a zipline junky, we look forward to seeing you in the trees!
Visit https://craterlakezipline.com/
Experience the mighty Rogue River, including wildlife viewing, the iconic Table Rocks, Native American history, celebrity retreats, river island exploration and thrilling 360’s for an all-in-one Oregon experience. Tours include a visit to a private Discovery Park with options to canoe, fish, picnic and even find your own souvenir arrowhead. Small group sizes offer a personalized setting perfect for all interests and ages and results in an adventure that just can’t be beat. Open May–Sept.
Touvelle State Park
8400 Table Rock Rd.
Central Point, OR 97502
855-JET-TRIP or 541-414-4182
https://www.roguejetadventures.com/
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Rogue Jet Boat Adventures
8601 Table Rock RdExperience the mighty Rogue River, including wildlife viewing, the iconic Table Rocks, Native American history, celebrity retreats, river island exploration and thrilling 360’s for an all-in-one Oregon experience. Tours include a visit to a private Discovery Park with options to canoe, fish, picnic and even find your own souvenir arrowhead. Small group sizes offer a personalized setting perfect for all interests and ages and results in an adventure that just can’t be beat. Open May–Sept.
Touvelle State Park
8400 Table Rock Rd.
Central Point, OR 97502
855-JET-TRIP or 541-414-4182
https://www.roguejetadventures.com/
Large local theater with stadium seating and adult beverages.
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Cinemark Tinseltown USA
651 Medford CenterLarge local theater with stadium seating and adult beverages.
A wonderful cabaret theater in Ashland’s renovated First Baptist church. They offer dining before the show if desired. Every performance is a quality production. If you have time, this should be on your list of things to do! Visit their website to view shows and purchase tickets.
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Oregon Cabaret Theatre
241 Hargadine StA wonderful cabaret theater in Ashland’s renovated First Baptist church. They offer dining before the show if desired. Every performance is a quality production. If you have time, this should be on your list of things to do! Visit their website to view shows and purchase tickets.
Sightseeing
Only 1 1/2 hours from Medford, Crater Lake is a must see for anyone traveling to Southern Oregon. Artists, photographers, and sightseers gaze in wonder at its blue water and stunning setting atop the Cascade Mountain Range. Born out of the eruption of Mt. Mazama 7,700 years ago, the mountain collapsed and created a nearly 2,000-foot deep crater. Seven millenia of rain and snowmelt have filled the crater and has resulted in one of the world's clearest bodies of water. Scientists have measured the water’s clarity to as deep as 120 feet.
Visit https://www.nps.gov/crla/index.htm
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Crater Lake
Only 1 1/2 hours from Medford, Crater Lake is a must see for anyone traveling to Southern Oregon. Artists, photographers, and sightseers gaze in wonder at its blue water and stunning setting atop the Cascade Mountain Range. Born out of the eruption of Mt. Mazama 7,700 years ago, the mountain collapsed and created a nearly 2,000-foot deep crater. Seven millenia of rain and snowmelt have filled the crater and has resulted in one of the world's clearest bodies of water. Scientists have measured the water’s clarity to as deep as 120 feet.
Visit https://www.nps.gov/crla/index.htm
The Upper Rogue Wild and Scenic River dives into an ancient lava tube and runs underground, forming a natural land bridge. Located right off Highway 62 near Union Creek, the Natural Bridge Trail is out and back and easily accessible to travelers.
There is a parking lot pull out right off the main road with the trailhead visible in the northwest corner. The entirety of this hike is paved with the exception of a picturesque footbridge crossing. The is interpretive information and multiple viewpoints along the way.
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Natural Bridge Loop
The Upper Rogue Wild and Scenic River dives into an ancient lava tube and runs underground, forming a natural land bridge. Located right off Highway 62 near Union Creek, the Natural Bridge Trail is out and back and easily accessible to travelers.
There is a parking lot pull out right off the main road with the trailhead visible in the northwest corner. The entirety of this hike is paved with the exception of a picturesque footbridge crossing. The is interpretive information and multiple viewpoints along the way.
Once a sanctuary for Takelma Indians, Upper Table Rock and Lower Table Rock are two prominent volcanic plateaus located just 5 minutes from Medford in Central Point, Oregon.
GETTING THERE
Upper Table Rock: From Interstate 5, take Exit #33 at Central Point. Head east on East Pine Street for 1 mile. Turn north (left) on Table Rock Road. Drive 5.3 miles to Modoc Road and turn north (right). The trailhead is located another 1.5 miles on the left.
Lower Table Rock: From Interstate 5, take Exit #33 at Central Point. Head east on East Pine Street for 1 mile. Turn north (left) on Table Rock Road. Drive 8 miles to Wheeler Road and turn west (left). The trailhead is located another 0.5 mile on the left.
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Table Rock
Once a sanctuary for Takelma Indians, Upper Table Rock and Lower Table Rock are two prominent volcanic plateaus located just 5 minutes from Medford in Central Point, Oregon.
GETTING THERE
Upper Table Rock: From Interstate 5, take Exit #33 at Central Point. Head east on East Pine Street for 1 mile. Turn north (left) on Table Rock Road. Drive 5.3 miles to Modoc Road and turn north (right). The trailhead is located another 1.5 miles on the left.
Lower Table Rock: From Interstate 5, take Exit #33 at Central Point. Head east on East Pine Street for 1 mile. Turn north (left) on Table Rock Road. Drive 8 miles to Wheeler Road and turn west (left). The trailhead is located another 0.5 mile on the left.
Located in the heart of downtown Ashland, Lithia Park is a 100-acre paradise of lawns, tennis/pickleball courts, a sand-pit volleyball court, picnic areas, colorful landscaping, walking paths and playground equipment. Wonderful place for the whole family to enjoy.
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Lithia Park
Winburn WayLocated in the heart of downtown Ashland, Lithia Park is a 100-acre paradise of lawns, tennis/pickleball courts, a sand-pit volleyball court, picnic areas, colorful landscaping, walking paths and playground equipment. Wonderful place for the whole family to enjoy.
Food Scene
After exploring Crater Lake or the Natural Bridge, be sure to satisfy your appetite at a local favorite. Serving since 1926, Beckie’s Café is famous for good reason: delicious, home-style food, great service, an awesome location just minutes from Crater Lake National Park, and our celebrated Beckie’s pies, made fresh daily. It’s also a historic destination as Beckie’s – and Union Creek Resort – are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Beckie’s Cafe
56484 OR-62After exploring Crater Lake or the Natural Bridge, be sure to satisfy your appetite at a local favorite. Serving since 1926, Beckie’s Café is famous for good reason: delicious, home-style food, great service, an awesome location just minutes from Crater Lake National Park, and our celebrated Beckie’s pies, made fresh daily. It’s also a historic destination as Beckie’s – and Union Creek Resort – are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Funky, spacious restaurant & bar with Grateful Dead-themed art serving pizza & local beer & wine. Amazing pizza, salads, soups and calzone.
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Kaleidoscope Pizzeria & Pub
1923 Crater Lake HwyFunky, spacious restaurant & bar with Grateful Dead-themed art serving pizza & local beer & wine. Amazing pizza, salads, soups and calzone.
Bella Union Restaurant & Saloon in Historic Jacksonville Oregon has been a local Southern Oregon favorite for great food and live music for over 30 years. Serving a variety of pizza, pastas and decadent desserts.
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Bella Union Restaurant
170 W California StBella Union Restaurant & Saloon in Historic Jacksonville Oregon has been a local Southern Oregon favorite for great food and live music for over 30 years. Serving a variety of pizza, pastas and decadent desserts.
Coffeehouse with a wonderful atmosphere. They serve homemade pastries, sandwiches and breakfast items and serve up specialty coffees and espresso. Great place to hang out with friends or by yourself to read a book. Two locations, one in Medford and the other in Jacksonville.
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GoodBean Cafe
3240 Hillcrest Park DrCoffeehouse with a wonderful atmosphere. They serve homemade pastries, sandwiches and breakfast items and serve up specialty coffees and espresso. Great place to hang out with friends or by yourself to read a book. Two locations, one in Medford and the other in Jacksonville.
Our favorite place to grab authentic Mexican food in Medford.
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EL Molcajete Mexican Grill
960 N Phoenix RdOur favorite place to grab authentic Mexican food in Medford.
Vinny's Italian Kitchen
970 N Phoenix RdOur favorite authentic Italian restaurant in Medford!
Wineries
Open daily from 12 – 7 pm. Come and enjoy exceptional wine in a historical, family-friendly setting with spacious heated outdoor seating, bottle pick-up, and local delivery available.
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RoxyAnn Winery
3283 Hillcrest RdOpen daily from 12 – 7 pm. Come and enjoy exceptional wine in a historical, family-friendly setting with spacious heated outdoor seating, bottle pick-up, and local delivery available.
2Hawk Vineyard & Winery is named after the two hawks who have soared over the estate and vineyard since its original planting. Visit the beautiful tasting room, where you can savor their wines while enjoying spectacular views of the Rogue Valley and the surrounding mountains, from Mt. Ashland to Wagner Butte. They also serve appetizers.
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2Hawk Vineyard & Winery
2335 N Phoenix Rd2Hawk Vineyard & Winery is named after the two hawks who have soared over the estate and vineyard since its original planting. Visit the beautiful tasting room, where you can savor their wines while enjoying spectacular views of the Rogue Valley and the surrounding mountains, from Mt. Ashland to Wagner Butte. They also serve appetizers.
Special location in the Applegate Valley near the river. Buy a box lunch and sit at one of the many tables near the river to enjoy your picnic.
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Red Lily Vineyards
11777 Oregon 238Special location in the Applegate Valley near the river. Buy a box lunch and sit at one of the many tables near the river to enjoy your picnic.
Activities for Families
Bear Creek Park is a wonderland for families with children of all ages. Located within 2 miles of Capital House.
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Bear Creek Park
1520 Siskiyou BlvdBear Creek Park is a wonderland for families with children of all ages. Located within 2 miles of Capital House.
Nestled in beautiful Lithia Park in Ashland, OR, Lithia Park playground is the perfect place to take your kids to enjoy nature.
Lithia Park Playground
Nestled in beautiful Lithia Park in Ashland, OR, Lithia Park playground is the perfect place to take your kids to enjoy nature.
Kid Time Children's Museum
413 W Main StFun activities and learning centers geared toward kids and families
Take a ride around the park on a miniature train and explore larger train cars and their history.
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Medford Railroad Park
799 Berrydale AveTake a ride around the park on a miniature train and explore larger train cars and their history.
ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum
1500 E Main StFun, learning environment for the whole family.
Golf Courses
Really nice golf course that also serves good food, drinks, and has stunning, panoramic views from their outside patio.
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Centennial Golf Club
1900 N Phoenix Rd Really nice golf course that also serves good food, drinks, and has stunning, panoramic views from their outside patio.
Stewart Medows Golf Course
1301 S Holly StStone Ridge Golf Club
500 E Antelope Rd