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Oregon’s direction sign. Photo by gustavofrazao.

45 Interesting Facts About Oregon

Oregon is the 27th most populous and the 9th most extensive of the 50 states of the United States. It is located on the West Coast of the United States in the Pacific Northwest region.

The state attained statehood on February 14, 1859, becoming the 33rd state to join the union. Nevada, Washington, California, and Idaho are its four bordering states. The complete list of the 50 states and their borders can be found here.

Oregon (also known as the “Beaver State”) has 36 counties. Salem is the state capital. OR is the abbreviation for Oregon.

1. The flag is unique

Oregon State Flag. Photo by LPETTET.

Oregon’s state flag is the only one in the country with different designs on each side, with the escutcheon from the state seal on the obverse and a gold figure of a beaver on the reverse.

2. Salem is the state’s capital

Oregon’s capital is Salem. The Kalapuya Indians originally called it Chemeketa, which means “place of rest” or “place of peace.” The name was later changed to Salem, which is similar to the Hebrew word for peace, “shalom.” Salem, as the state capital, did, in fact, become a gathering place for Oregonians.

3. Beer lives here

A tray of beers. Photo by Benreis.

Craft beer enthusiasts, whether Millennials, Baby Boomers, or Generation Xers, should consider visiting Portland, Maine. With 18 breweries per 50,000 people, the city has the most craft breweries in America.

Asheville, North Carolina and Bend, Oregon are ranked second and third, respectively. Boulder, Colorado and Kalamazoo, Michigan round out the top five, at Nos. 4 and 5, respectively.

4. Oregon has the most strip clubs in America

Signage of a strip club. Photo by Rick Hall.

Aside from beer, liberalism, and vegan food (more on that later), Portland is best known for its absurd number of strip clubs. And for good reason: it has the most per capita of any city in the country.

Priceonomics provided the statistic. They used a unique methodology, counting Portland strip clubs on The Ultimate Strip Club List (NSFW) and then cross-referencing those results with the results of a “strip club” search on Yelp and Google Maps (for good measure). According to their estimates, Portland has 54 strip clubs, ranking second in the United States only to Houston, which has four times the population of Portland.

5. Medically induced suicide is legal

However, there are some restrictions to the act, such as the individuals having a terminal illness and a prognosis of six months or less to live. Colorado, Hawaii, Vermont, Washington, Montana, California, and the District of Columbia are the other states where this act is legal. Janet Adkins committed the first public assisted suicide in 1990.

6. It has the deepest lake in the U.S

Crater Lake. Photo by WolfmanSF.

Crater Lake is the deepest in the United States and was formed by the remains of a volcano. Crater Lake, the deepest lake in the United States, formed more than 6,500 years ago within the ruins of an ancient volcano. Crater Lake’s crystal-blue waters are famous all over the world.

7. The world’s smallest park is in Portland

Mill Ends Park. Photo by atul666.

Mill Ends Park (also spelled Mill’s End Park) is a small urban park in downtown Portland located in the median strip of SW Naito Parkway, near the esplanade along the Willamette River near SW Taylor Street.

The park is a small circle 2 feet in diameter with a total area of 452 square inches (0.292 m). Mill Ends Park was made a city park in 1948. According to the Guinness Book of Records, which first recognized it in 1971, it is the world’s smallest park.

8. Oregon pioneered the ban of non-returnable bottles and cans

Oregon was the first state to outlaw the use of non-returnable bottles and cans in 1971. The law is credited with helping to reduce litter and increase container recycling. As a result, items that used to account for roughly 40% of roadside litter now account for only about 6%.

9. Oregon residents own a quarter America’s llama population

Young llama. Photo by Luc Viatour.

Residents of Oregon own 25% of the total llama population in the United States. Clackamas county has the most llamas, but Washington, Yamhill, and Marion counties are close behind. You can even invite a dressed-up llama to your special event in Oregon!

10. It has the most bicyclists per capita in the country

Bicyclists. Photo by Steindy.

Eugene was the first city in the United States to have one-way streets, and “Bicycling Magazine” named it one of the top ten cycling communities in the country.

11. It is the ghost town capital

Oregon is the nation’s ghost town capital, with over 80 ghost towns listed on the national register. Idiotville is one of the most amusing ghost towns you may not be aware of.

Idiotville is a ghost town and former community in Tillamook County, Oregon. It is located near the mouth of Idiot Creek on the Wilson River, on Oregon Route 6. The elevation of Idiotville is 1200 feet. It is located in the Tillamook State Forest, near the Tillamook-Washington county line, about 50 miles west of Portland. Nothing remains at the location.

Idiot Creek, named after the community, was added to the official United States Board on Geographic Names list in 1977. A logging camp called Ryan’s Camp was about a half mile up Idiot Creek, and it was part of the salvage operations following the Tillamook Fire. Because the location was so remote, it was said that only an idiot would work there, so the camp was dubbed Idiotville. The stream was eventually given the name.

12. It has the largest cheese factory in the world

The Tillamook Cheese Factory. Photo by jlh_lunasea.

The Tillamook Cheese Factory is the world’s largest cheese factory and a popular tourist attraction for people of all ages. A self-guided tour allows visitors to see cheese being made and learn about the cheese-making process. During business hours, a gift shop with a wide variety of items, including cheese and other fine food products, is open. Before you leave, don’t forget to try the famous Tillamook ice cream!

13. Oregon has the word’s shortest river

The D River Beach Wayside on the Oregon Coast Highway. Photo by Visitor7.

The D River in Lincoln City is the world’s shortest river, measuring only 121 feet in length, proving once and for all that size does not matter!
The once-nameless river, now known as the “shortest river in the world,” was listed as the world’s shortest river in the Guinness World Records.

14. Home to the deepest river gorge in North America

Hells Canyon. Photo by Art Bromage.

Oregon is also home to the country’s deepest river gorge. Hells Canyon is a gorge that is 8,000 feet deep. This magnificent and picturesque natural feature is located along the Snake River between Idaho and Oregon.

15. Oregon has an official state nut!

Hazelnuts. Photo by Fir0002.

The only state with an official state nut is Oregon. The hazelnut is Oregon’s official state nut. The filbert is another name for the hazelnut. Oregon produces 99 percent of the commercial crop in the United States.

16. The famous Nike “swoosh” originated in Oregon

Swoosh, Nike Logo. Photo by Carolyn Davidson.

Carolyn Davidson, a Portland State University student, designed the Nike “swoosh” logo in 1971, several years after business undergrad Phil Knight and track coach Bill Bowerman founded Blue Ribbon Sports.

Knight had rejected several of Davidson’s designs and stated that he didn’t love the swoosh but that it might grow on him. Ms. Davidson received $35 for her design. Davidson would be given more proper credit in the 1980s through stock in Nike.

17.  Clint Eastwood lived in Oregon

Clint Eastwood. Photo by Erin A. Kirk-Cuomo.

Clint Eastwood has been confirmed to have worked at Weyerhaeuser, a sawmill in Springfield, Oregon. He’d only been there a few weeks and quickly realized that lumber jacking could be a dangerous job.

The lumberjacks spent their money on the weekend in Eugene, where they burned the joints down. They were very loud, but the locals were used to loggers’ antics. Clint enjoyed going to the outskirts of town to get a few beers and listen to some live country music. Clint never took girls seriously when they were around. Earning $1.80 an hour was more than enough to keep him happy and hydrated. Because the job was seasonal, the pay was well above the average.

18. The name origin came from a French word

The meaning of the name “Oregon” is unknown. According to one account, the name was derived from the French word ‘Ouragan,’ which loosely translates as “hurricane” or “windstorm.” This was in reference to the strong winds that originated from the Columbia River, thus the name Oregon.

19. The real-life inspiration for the Simpsons’ hometown is Oregon

Springfield was named after a spring in a field located within its borders. It is also the inspiration for Springfield, the fictional city in The Simpsons. The cartoon’s creator, Matt Groening, is from Portland and considered using the name because it was a common city name in the United States.

20. The Humongous Fungus of Oregon is the largest single organism on earth

The honey mushroom. Photo by Holger Krisp.

The honey mushroom (Armillaria ostoyae) of Oregon is the world’s “biggest living thing,” as first reported in August 2000. It spans 2200 acres and is thought to be over 2400 years old. In the late 1990s, it was discovered using aerial photos and DNA testing cultures from 112 dying trees.

21. The state has 11 lighthouses

Yaquina Head Lighthouse. Photo by Davgood Kirshot.

Oregon has 11 lighthouses, with Yaquina being the tallest at 93 feet. The most popular lighthouse on the coast, the tallest, has been in service since 1873.

22. Oregon has the largest bookstore

Powell’s Bookstore. Photo by christopherhu.

Powell’s Bookstore in Portland, Oregon, is the largest bookstore in the world. Portland’s store has been open since 1971. The founder of the company began his bookselling career with a $3,000 loan, which he repaid within two months.

23. Milk is the state’s beverage

The legislature unanimously agreed in 1997 that milk and other dairy products should be given this status because of their contribution to the state’s economic well-being. As a result, milk has become a symbol of economic prosperity in Oregon.

24. The state has amazing geodes

Thunder Egg. Photo by 峠 武宏.

Have you ever heard of a state that takes pride in its amazing geodes? Oregon’s Thunderegg, on the other hand, will give you more reasons to visit this state. This official state rock contains a variety of minerals with varying colours and crystalline structures, making it both unique and visually appealing. These popular items are apparently expertly cut and polished to reveal their breath-taking designs on the inside.

25. The sunstone is the official gemstone

Oregon sunstone. Photo by James St. John.

Unlike Thunderegg, Oregon sunstone is highly valued as the state’s official gemstone (designated in 1987) due to its vibrant colour. The stone belongs to the feldspar family and is mostly found in the state’s south-eastern regions. Sunstone is a type of mineral known as oligoclase. Sunstone can be polished, faceted, carved, and used to make jewellery.

26. It has the world’s tallest barber shop pole

Forest Grove, in the heart of Oregon, is credited with having the world’s tallest and most notable barber shop pole, which stands 73 feet tall.

27. The state has banned pinball machines

Pinball machines. Photo by Alf van Beem.

Pinball machines have been completely prohibited in Portland since 1949, when Dorothy McCullough was mayor.

28. It is home to different Native American Ethnic groups

Oregon is home to several Native American ethnic groups in the country. The federal government recognizes only nine tribes that exist in the current state.
Oregon has seven Native American reservations, which are home to seven of the nine federally recognized Oregon tribes: Burns Paiute Indian Colony of the Burns Paiute Tribe in Harney County: 13,738 acres (55.60 km2).

29. Douglas Fir is the state tree

When you think of Oregon as a state, keep in mind that the Douglas fir is the official state tree, according to the 1939 declaration. In fact, this tree species is Oregon’s primary source of softwood lumber production.

30. It has the sixth most bigfoot sightings in the U.S

In terms of Bigfoot sightings, Oregon ranks sixth in the United States, with Washington taking the lead.

31. It leads the country Christmas tree production

Oregon is the leading producer of Christmas trees in the United States. The state has set aside 42,000 acres of land for the purpose of growing these trees.

32. Oregon has the second most explored mountain in the world

Mount Hood. Photo by Oregon’s Mt. Hood Territory.

Mount Hood in Oregon is the world’s second most visited mountain, trailing only Mount Fuji in Japan. It is the highest mountain in Oregon, standing at 11,249 feet. It is a stratovolcano with the potential to erupt. The most recent minor eruption occurred in 1907.

33. The state has an annual mushroom hunting festival

Oregon is well-known for its annual Estacada festival, which includes mushroom hunting, tastings, mushroom identification classes, and mushroom-themed artwork.

34. The vast forests are a major source of lumbar for the US

Oregon’s vast forests are a major source of lumber in the United States. In fact, the state harvests the most timber of any state. Forests cover nearly half of the state’s landmass. The soils and climate of Oregon are ideal for the growth of trees in the region.

35. It has the largest meteorite found in North America

The Willamette Meteorite. Photo by Dante Alighieri.

The Willamette Meteorite, discovered in the United States state of Oregon, is the largest meteorite discovered in North America and the sixth largest in the world. The iron-nickel meteorite did not cause an impact at the site where it was discovered, so it was assumed that the meteorite was transported here by glacial activity thousands of years ago. Willamette is the largest single “stone,” weighing 15.5 metric tons (34,000 lbs.).

36. It has produced a Nobel Prize winner

Linus Pauling. Photo by Smithsonian Institution.

Linus Pauling (1901-1994), who was born in Portland, Oregon, received the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 1954. In 1962, he was also awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.

37. It has one of the richest fossil sites in the world

John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Painted Rock Unit. Photo by Rocketman1111.

The John Day Fossil Beds National Monument in Oregon is famous for its well-preserved fossil layers, which contain fossilized plants and mammals dating back 45 million years.

38. Oregon decriminalised marijuana in 1973

In 1973, Oregon became the first state in the country to decriminalize marijuana. While buying and selling marijuana is illegal in Oregon, you can legally smoke it on your own property. Ganja pride!

39. It is illegal in Myrtle Creek to box with a kangaroo!

Boxing with a kangaroo is illegal in Oregon. Which, in my opinion, is sound advice.

40. The state does not have self-service gas stations

Only Oregon and New Jersey do not have self-service gas stations. Aside from Oregon’s new state law, which went into effect on January 1, 2018, allowing customers in some rural areas to pump their own gas, a gas attendant will fill your car for you.

41. The name of its largest city was decided with a coin toss

The city would have been named Boston if the coin had landed on the other side. Wouldn’t that be strange, Boston and Oregon?

42. Portland, Oregon is the whitest big city in the U.S

According to recent census data, white people make up more than 70% of the population. Today, Portland is regarded as liberal and tolerant – though it is easier to be “tolerant” when the majority of the population is of the same race.

43. Oregon was featured in the movie ‘The Shining’

The scenic backdrop for the film The Shining was Timberline Lodge on Mt. Hood.

44. There are more than 750 vineyards in Oregon

Willamette Valley, Oregon’s best wine region, is also its oldest. The 150-mile-long valley is home to over 750 wineries and has grown in popularity as a tourist destination.

45. Oregon state animal is the beaver

The American Beaver, scientifically known as Castor canadensis, has been the state animal of Oregon since 1969. That is why Oregon is popularly known as “The Beaver State.”