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Oregon is located on the west coast of the United States between California and Washington. It is a state full of sights, things to and especially great for outdoor opportunities. Salem, the capital city and Portland are the biggest cities in the state. Both are a good base for exploring the many possibilities of the area. Portland is also very much worth a visit to see the urban architecture.
Crater Lake National Park is one of the most impressive sights. The region is great for hiking. Hells Canyon National Recreation Area, the deepest river gorge in North America, lives up to its name during the scorchingly hot summer months. It is a popular spot for boaters, swimmers, and hikers, all of whom enjoy the cool waters and challenging trails. Mount Hood is the highest mountain of the state. The area is great for skiing.

Tourism is also a strong industry in the state. Oregon's mountains, forests, waterfalls, lakes (including Crater Lake National Park), and beaches draw visitors year round. The Oregon Shakespeare Festival, held in Ashland, is a tourist draw for Southern Oregon.
Oregon ranks 4th nationally in craft breweries per capita.Oregon is home to many breweries and Portland has the largest number of breweries of any city in the world.[55]Oregon occasionally hosts film shoots. Movies filmed in Oregon include: Animal House, Free Willy, The General, The Goonies, Kindergarten Cop, One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest, and Stand By Me. Oregon native Matt Groening, creator of The Simpsons, has incorporated many references from his hometown of Portland into the TV series.