Family activities are a must when traveling with kids. Since Oregon is a cornucopia of diverse landscapes and scenic views, you may think it is a place only adults enjoy.
The Beaver State will quickly chew through that myth like a felled tree. Those beautiful landscapes serve as a natural playground for the entire family.
We will outline 24 fun things to do in Oregon with kids.
If your kids enjoy barking like a dog, visit the largest sea cave in the United States. Sea Lion Caves in Florence attract many barking sea lions throughout the year.
Depoe Bay is the whale-watching capital of the Oregon Coast. Kids and adults will grin from ear to ear at the sight of a magical whale breach or a spout spraying into the air.
Do you have a Marvel fan in your household? You can visit Thor’s Well at Cape Perpetua Scenic Area in Yachats. It is a massive sinkhole that could drain the entire ocean. Young jaws drop to the ground in awe at the sight of so much water rushing into the well.
Oregon has several historic lighthouses that you can visit. You can learn about the history of the beacons and appreciate that they guide ships safely through the fog and rocky shores.
Your family will delight in the raw power and beauty of the cascading falls along the alluring Columbia River. You can find the breathtaking “Waterfall Corridor” about 30 miles east of Portland.