Three must-visit Oregon summer destinations

The Pacific Northwest is one of the most beautiful, if not the most beautiful, parts of the country. And here in Oregon, we have more than our fair share of gorgeous scenery, exciting outdoor activities, and countless places worth exploring. 

If you’re looking for an adventure close to home this summer, check out a few of our favorite off-the-beaten-path places in Oregon. 

Smell the flowers and enjoy the ocean at the Winchester Bay RV Resort 

If you’ve been searching for a peaceful park with jaw-dropping oceanic views to call home for a few days (or weeks) this summer, then Winchester Bay RV Resort might be your paradise. Located at 120 Marina Way in Winchester Bay, the site highlights a gorgeous view of the bay and the Umpqua River where it joins the Pacific Ocean. 

The park has both tent and RV spaces available and provides full hook-ups, including water, electricity, free Wi-Fi, picnic tables, a playground, and even a putting green.  

Take a trip to Crescent Lake 

Are you in need of a new fishing spot to drop anchor? Then Crescent Lake is the place. Located off Highway 58 (Willamette Highway), with an amazing Cascade Mountain backdrop, Crescent Lake spans over seven miles and is home to some of the best fishing in Oregon. 

You’ll find rainbow trout, mountain white fish and kokanee salmon, which bite hard during the summer months. The lake is open year-round and offers plenty of campsites along its shoreline, so you can rest after reeling in all those rainbow trout. 

Drive down Oregon Route 218 

Take a relaxing drive down Oregon Route 218. Running between the small towns of Shaniko and Fossil, and stretching over 40 miles, this exciting route cuts through desert canyons and mountainous terrain with snaky turns and almost no traffic – just watch out for antelope and deer! 

You’ll also want to keep an eye open for ghost towns and other deserted areas. This scenic route has everything for an unforgettable trip, as long as you plan for fuel ahead of time. 

Here’s to an epic summer of camping, boating and exploring this great state we call home.