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05-20-2008, 02:37 PM
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Most beautiful places to live in Oregon
Hi all,
I've never been to Oregon, but have seen many films purported to have been filmed there, have talked with ppl who have lived there, read stuff, etc. Oregon has diverse terrain as I understand it, let me tell you what I have in mind and then I hope somebody can point me to the right neighborhoods. So when I think of Oregon, I think of lots of rolling hills, with lots of forest. I've always imagined it must smell really good too, cause I love the smell of grass and trees when it rains. Don't know if I'm describing too generally, but I'm eager to hear opinions. I've always said that if I move it would be either Oregon or Boulder, CO. Thanks!
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05-20-2008, 02:58 PM
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Doh! Almost forgot one of my main interests ... water! The hills/trees support my biking interest, but I also like kayaking ... and if I can kayak in a stream in the forest ...  |
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05-21-2008, 06:43 AM
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IMO Bend would probably be the most similar to Boulder.
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05-21-2008, 01:08 PM
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Boulder and Bend are very similar -in cost of living, life style and beauty. If it's grassy smells you like, then look to the western parts of Oregon. Over here in Central Oregon, it smells of juniper, which I enjoy, but a lot of people don't.
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05-21-2008, 02:03 PM
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There are a LOT of beautiful places in Oregon. Take your pick. I really do think that Oregon has the most spectacular diversity of landscape in the entire Lower 48. Incredible rocky beaches, the country's deepest lake (Crater Lake), hundreds of waterfalls, a half dozen volcanoes, rolling hills and forestland, spectacular rivers Columbia River Gorge, vast desert areas and deep canyons, and of course, the Columbia River Gorge. It is an amazing state.
Sounds like you are looking for a smallish city with great outdoor opportunties. As between Oregon and Boulder, I would choose Oregon (I'm partial to Portland) over Boulder. The big thing that might lead you to consider Boulder over Oregon would be if you need a steady diet of sunshine to keep your sanity. Also, if you are a die-hard mountain climber, there is much more alpine high country in Colorado.
In any event, you cannot go wrong with the choices you have.
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05-21-2008, 10:12 PM
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I've lived in Colorado, about 10 miles SE of Boulder, for about 2.5 years now and I desperately want to move to the PNW, most likely Oregon. I love trees and water (rain, decent humidity, coastlines, etc.). Boulder, and Colorado in general until you get into some areas in the mountains, doesn't have either.
Just my $.02.
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05-22-2008, 02:02 PM
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Thanks for the replies. I'm not really looking at bend, if I come to Oregon it's for something different than boulder. Here's what I have in mind ... a house in a foresty neighborhood with lots of rolling hills, a stones throw away from kayaking, hiking trails, maybe a lake. What town(s) am I describing? Portland might be too large a city for what I'm looking for, unless there are some more remote suburbs of portland. Thanks again!
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05-22-2008, 08:46 PM
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Hood River, OR might be a good choice, especially a few miles up towards Odell.
Maybe Scappoose, OR if the rain is not a problem for you.
I came from Colo ~ 25 yrs ago. I miss riding my bike on roads with WIDE shoulders. + the 300+ days of sunshine...
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05-23-2008, 01:00 PM
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For those looking for sunny weather, great outdoor activites, lots of services and location. Bend Oregon is a great place. We moved here just a couple of years ago for a job and then retirement.
Parks and recreation is the tops in the nation. River runs right thru town. All the stores (Costco, Trader Joes, Macys Target Home Depot Lowes, etc etc) and lots of medical facilities.
With all the tourism there are a ton of restaurants and microbrew pubs.
Outdoor concerts on the river.
Fantastic trail system and bike paths thru town and on the edge of town.
And it is called the Cascade Lakes area due to the number of lakes and the river for kayaking and boating nearby. You can kayak right in town in you want.
It does have four seasons but mild compared to mid west, rockies. Lots of family activities and single active adults will feel right at home.
A short drive gets you to more snow at the downhill and crosscountry ski center but not much in town.
Over 20 golf courses!! Small college.
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05-27-2008, 01:56 AM
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I think you would be describing Eugene, Oregon. It is awesome.
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