Lithia Park began in 1892 as eight acres dedicated to entertainment and culture. It has grown and changed dramatically, and today comprises 93 acres, 42 of which are on the National Register. In 1910 the lower duck pond and waterfall feeding it were constructed. In 1914 John McLaren, who also designed San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park, was hired as Lithia Park’s landscape … [Read more...]
#96 – Mt. Ashland Ski Area
Looking for a thrilling winter activity? Hit the slopes at the Mt. Ashland Ski Area and spend a day skiing or snowboarding. Whether you never get off the bunny slope, or love to spend your days carving and thrashing the moguls on a steep and challenging black diamond route, skiing and snowboarding can provide as much fun and excitement as you could possibly want. The Mt. … [Read more...]
#97 – Oregon Chocolate Festival
Every year in early March scores of chocolate companies and over 1500 chocolate lovers converge here for the Oregon Chocolate Festival. Dedicated entirely to Oregon chocolatiers and their amazing creations, chocophiles will encounter unique combinations, unexpected flavor profiles and decadent infusions. Taste truffles, bars, crunchy toffees, marshmallows, chocolate drinks, … [Read more...]
#98 – ScienceWorks Museum
ScienceWorks is a nonprofit science museum that has been serving southern Oregon and northern California since 2002. It is home to more than 100 interactive exhibits and hosts fun, curiosity-based programs for all ages, year-round. What could be better than having fun while learning all about science? Whether you’re standing inside a giant bubble or creating bubble tubes, … [Read more...]
#99 – Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Ashland’s Tony Award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival, founded by an enthusiastic young teacher named Angus L. Bowmer, was officially born on July 2, 1935 with a production of Twelfth Night. The Festival has since grown to become one of the oldest and largest professional nonprofit theaters in the nation. The company of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival now numbers more … [Read more...]
#100 – Lithia Springs Resort
Deep beneath the lawns and gardens of Lithia Springs Resort bubble warm springs, unique mineral waters reminiscent of the soft mineral waters of Europe. Native Americans discovered the unique healing qualities of these springs thousands of years ago. They declared the springs “common grounds” for the benefit of all local tribes. Tribal differences were left behind so everyone … [Read more...]
#101 – Emigrant Lake
For a day of fun in the sun, head out to Emigrant Lake. With 1467 acres and 12 miles of lake frontage, this popular destination offers a ton of recreational activities. Take your pick of RV or tent camping, fishing, boating, canoeing, kayaking, waterskiing, swimming, picnicking, hiking, playing on the playground, or sliding down the exhilarating, 280-foot twin flume water slide … [Read more...]