Set in a truly picturesque setting with a magnificent backdrop of snow-capped mountain peaks in the foothills of the majestic Siskiyou mountains is Ashland, also the home of the world renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival and boasts nine other theatres which perform a wide variety of productions, including musicals and comedies throughout the year. Art galleries, museums and fine restaurants are all there to enjoy and during the winter months, you can join in the ski resort for exciting winter sports that includes downhill skiing, cross country skiing and you'll also find snow mobiles available at the Page Mountain Snow Park. For the serious skier, nearby Mount Bachelor in Sun River is ideal. Surrounded by natural beauty with clear sparkling lakes and winding rivers it is truly a sports enthusiast's and nature lover's paradise, a fun city all year round for all the family. You'll love the town of Ashland as you walk its streets, smell the sweet fresh air in the 100 acres of beautiful Lithia Park, hike the trails, browse the galleries and boutiques that offers an abundance of specialty shops, or simply taste the excellent wines from the local wineries. Don't forget to visit the state-of-the-art Science Works Hands-on-Museum situated in Main St where you'll be amazed at the interactive exhibits and hands-on activities. Whatever your taste or budget you'll find charming bed and breakfast in Oregon South area a pleasure to stay in for all the family!
As you travel through the beautiful Rogue Valley's in the warmer months, you'll see the pear and apply orchards before reaching the historic city of Jacksonville one of eight cities in the U.S. named as a National Historic Landmark Town. Known as the first place where gold was discovered, you'll find warm hospitality and historic downtown offers a plethora of antique and specialty shops, period buildings, wonderful restaurants, old-time trolley tours including horse-drawn wagon rides and wine tasting is available at nearby Valley View Winery, or why not try out the Immigrant Lake in Jackson County with an exciting summer water slide for family fun, boating and water sports, other recreational activities include rafting, kayaking and canoeing all of which can be enjoyed in the area.
One of the largest towns with marvellous bed and breakfast in Oregon South ideally suited for exploring the surrounding countryside is Grants Pass and where the Rogue River flows by. The pretty town incorporated in 1885 has a wonderful historic district in the center of downtown where you can stroll the wide avenues full of antique, specialty shops and cafés that line both sides of 6th Street the main shopping area. You'll also find a marvellous collection of fine art, galleries and interesting exhibitions held at the Museum. Set among lush green meadows and scenic valleys are Oregon's vineyards, tours to the wineries are available and the route takes you through some of the most beautiful scenery in the land. For outdoor pursuits you can enjoy rafting, fishing or a jetboat pursuits on the Rogue River and nearby Gold Hill also has many outdoor activities to offer. About 20 miles north you'll find another excellent place to visit, Wolf Creek an exceptionally beautiful little town the famous author Jack London visited while completing his novel "Valley Of The Moon". Don't miss the stunning view from the top of London Peak, for your convenience there is an easily accessible hiking trail to the lookout point. This little historic town has been visited by many great legendary Hollywood stars such as Orson Well, Clark Gable, Douglas Fairbanks and Mary Pickford.
Cave Junction is the quintessential scenic small town situated about 30 miles southwest of Grants Pass and is considered by the locals as the Home of the Oregon Caves which are located a few miles east of the town. It serves as a hub for visitors from around the world who visit the unique geological marvels of Oregon Caves created by natural forces over hundreds of thousands of years ago. The surrounding area is picturesque with the towering Douglas fir and coniferous forest, valleys, sparkling lakes and three hiking trails access this marvellous forest for either hiking, biking, or horseback riding. It can also be the perfect base for undertaking further exploration of the region, including the small town of Kerby.
Set in a beautiful region is the metropolitan city of Medford located in the center of Oregon's lovely Rogue River Valley, where all sorts of fruit grow in abundance. You'll find a wealth of recreational opportunities on offer, or why not visit nearby Roseburg, conveniently located for sampling the outdoor splendours of the Hundred Valleys of the Umpqua and the Cascade Mountains. Downtown offers nice restaurants and bars, a wide variety of art galleries, antique and gift shops.
Bordering northern California and the Klamath Basin is Klamath Falls, nestled on the southern shore of the Upper Klamath Lake situated on the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains and boasting almost 300 days of sunshine a year. The lake is one of the largest body of fresh water in the state of Oregon and you will find white pelicans on nearby lakes and the Klamath River. Here you'll also find six national wildlife refuges and a Native American reservation. For admiring nature's beauty at its best, a visit to the nearby Crater Lake National Park and the Lava Beds National Monument is a must. On top of Mount Mazama Crater Lake is the only national park in Oregon, one of the deepest in the world and most breathtaking with its deep blue color. The eruption 7000 years ago of Mount Mazama left a deep layer of ash that is still visible today. Looking out over the lake you'll see Wizard Island, a large cinder cone rising 760 feet above the lake and a smaller island nearby called The Phantom Ship. As you leave the area, you'll come across Fort Klamath the first military outpost built in 1863, the guardhouse still stands and the museum exhibits relics and photographs dating from that period. Choose from one of the cosy and delightful bed and breakfast in Oregon South region and help make your vacation a time to remember!
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