HERITAGE

Culture runs deep in the rivers and lands of the region. Learn about Mt. Hood Territory’s Native American past and traditions at the Museum of the Oregon Territory.

Discover the Oregon Trail. Walk in the path of past pioneers when you visit sections of the Barlow Road. See stories of their journey and live historical interpreters at the End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center. Philip Foster Farm offers a glimpse into what daily life was like back in the 1800s.

Located in the heart of Government Camp, the Mt. Hood Cultural Center and Museum is a great starting point to understand the past and present of Mt. Hood life. On your way to Mt. Hood, stop at Sandy for a self-guided historic walking tour or drop by the volunteer-run Sandy Historical Museum.

Other family friendly Oregon historical sites include a ride on the historic Canby Ferry or Oregon City’s outdoor elevator which is the only outdoor municipal elevator remaining in the U.S.

TRIP IDEAS

Heritage Trail App Marks Oregon Trail's 175th Anniversary

2018 marked 175th anniversary of the Oregon Trail and the more than 400,000 people who embarked on the months long journey to make Oregon their home, and the newest addition to the Mt. Hood Territory...

Mt. Hood Territory Heritage Trail and 175th Commemoration of the Oregon Trail apps on iPhone

History Comes To Life

As the official end of the Oregon Trail, Mt. Hood Territory has a storied history which comes to life at our museums and interpretive centers....

Activity Guide Inspires Adventure Along The Oregon Trail

Teaching young kids the significance of our nation's history, like the Oregon Trail journey from Independence, Missouri to Oregon City, Oregon, is part of most 4th grade teachers' curriculum. It's no...

North American Bigfoot Center Featured By Lonely Planet

The recently-opened North American Bigfoot Center in Boring is making waves with fans of the elusive cryptid and the curious traveler alike. The travel experts over at Lonely Planet included it in the...

Bob Hill And The End Of The Oregon Trail

Bob Hill has a deep connection to the Oregon Trail. Our latest podcast talks about his personal relation to the fabled trail, and how he keeps that memory alive....