Oregon is not for the faint-hearted! Our community is ideal for active people in warm and cool seasons: canoeing, kayaking, hiking Frisbee golf, biking, tennis, sand-volleyball and more dominate the summer months. The winter doesn’t slow us down; we have snowmobiling, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, excellent sledding areas, and so much more to keep us warm. Visit Oregon for year-round fun!
Downtown Oregon Illinios
Held the 1st full weekend of October. According to festival history Autumn on Parade started back in 1970 by a group of seven volunteers wanting to showcase the area’s many fine homemade treats such as…
7504 W Midtown rd Mt Morris, IL 61054
Here at BerryView Orchard you can find Aronia Berries, a variety of apples, some pears, peaches, & vegetables for the picking or available to grab & go. Owners Jeff & Julie can be found most…
Conover Square 2nd Floor Suite #141857
Located in the historic Conover Square Mall, this museum features rooms of vintage toys, collectibles, sleighs, farm equipment and relics of the past. Free admission. Open year round.
2075 Lowden Road Franklin Grove, IL 61031
Bison can be viewed from outside the bison fenced units only. The bison roam across 1,500 acres of rolling land and are often not visible from the road. Binoculars are helpful. No hiking is permitted…
The statue, created by Lorado Taft, stands 125 feet above the Rock River. Black Hawk weighs in at 536,770 pounds and is said to be the second largest concrete monolithic statue in the world. Lorado…
Conover Square 2nd Floor Suite #240
The Blackhawk Model Railroad Club was founded in 1999, and has been an attraction in Conover Square ever since. The club has about 20 volunteer members. The club was founded to provide an attractive display…
7993 North River Road, Byron, IL
The Byron Forest Preserve District is located on the rolling hills along the Rock River in Byron, Illinois. With many acres of prairie and woodlands, you don’t want to miss this beautiful setting during all…
110 N Union Street, Byron IL 61010
The Byron Museum of History is dedicated to preserving the Byron area’s rich history through exhibits, programs, and artifact preservation. The Museum Complex consists of a large Exhibit Hall, the historic Read House – which…
1365 W Castle Road, Oregon, IL 61061
Castle Rock State Park is located along the west bank of the Rock River in Ogle County, three miles south of Oregon, on Ill. Rt. 2. The park is centrally located in the Rock River…
201 N River Road, Oregon IL 61061
Chana School is a Registered Historic Place in the Ogle County, Illinois, in the county seat of Oregon, Illinois. One of six Oregon sites listed on the Register, the school is an oddly shaped, two-room…
124 N. 4th St., Oregon, IL
The mission of CMAAA is focused on organizing, operating, holding and displaying items of Art, Antiques, Americana and history in the Coliseum in downtown Oregon, IL. A museum of long and short term loaned exhibits…
This 7-mile bike trail follows paved trails and well-marked residential streets through Oregon. It takes you past many of the city’s parks, landmarks and shopping areas. For visitors, it is considered to be the easiest…
201 N 3rd Street, Oregon, IL 61061
The businesses of Conover Square have so much to offer: food, boutiques, a model railroad museum, antiques, and resale. Come spend the day with us — you will be oh so glad you did! You…
1893 Twist Rd, Franklin Grove, IL 61031
The Grist Mill is the only Grist Mill still powered exclusively by water in Illinois. Although a reconstruction, the original mill stood in the same site as the reconstructed mill until it was raised in…
3405 S White Rock Rd, Rochelle, Illinois 61068
Welcome to Granny’s Berries. We are a family owned business established in 1981. We have u-pick blueberries and raspberries. Our goal is to provide you with a quality berry along with a fun and relaxing…
2936 S Harmony Rd, Oregon, IL
We offer nightly camping, swimming, horse boarding and seasonal camping. Hansen’s Hideaway Ranch and Family Campground delivers family camping at a modern, working ranch. The Hideaway is located on 100 acres in the heart of…
Corner of Rt 2 and 64 in Oregon, IL
Iron Mike is an 1896 cast-iron fountain in the 400 Block of Washington Street in the city of Oregon, Illinois. The multi-tier fountain is set into a matte green concrete base. Iron Mike is four…
8334 S. Clinton St. Grand Detour Dixon, IL 61021
The company John Deere founded has a presence around the world, but it all started just a few minutes south of Oregon in Grand Detour, Illinois. When you step foot on the grounds, it will…
1302 S Harmony Rd, Oregon, IL 61061
Welcome to the beautiful Lake Ladonna family campground. Lake LaDonna is located in the heart of one of Illinois’s largest tourism areas, offering tent and RV camping sites, as well as cabins and seasonal camping…
1414 N. River Rd, Oregon, IL 61061
Located just outside the city of Oregon, Illinois, the Taft Campus has a rich history. During the summer of 1898, the noted American sculptor Lorado Taft and a small group of artists, architects and scholars…
1365 W Castle Road, Oregon, IL 61061
An equestrian parking area and designated horse trails are available. For information on the equestrian program and trail usage, contact Castle Rock State Park at (815) 732-7329. Nestled in the Rock River Valley, just 3…
Margaret Fuller, was an American journalist, critic, and women’s rights advocate associated with the American transcendentalism movement. She was the first full-time American female book reviewer in journalism. Her book Woman in the Nineteenth Century…
105 S 5th St Oregon, IL 61061
The Ogle County Courthouse is a National Register of Historic Places listing in the Ogle County, Illinois, county seat of Oregon. The building stands on a public square in the city’s downtown commercial district. The…
105 S. 5th Street, Oregon, IL 61061
With the original County War Memorial in the background, in front of the Courthouse, this new Fallen Soldiers Memorial Monument was placed on the North lawn of the Courthouse Square with a dedication ceremony on…
111 North Sixth Street, Oregon IL 61061
The Ogle County Historical Society began in 1954 as a project of the Ogle County Federation of Women’s Clubs. The Nash Home and Museum opened in 1962. It was the home of the Chester Nash…
the corner of Rt 2 and Franklin Street in Oregon.
The Oregon Coliseum is now the location of the Coliseum Museum of Art, Antiques, and Americana You are welcome to contact CMAAA to submit a request to reserve the lower-level space. Located on the corner…
Oregon Depot Museum, Inc. 401 Collins St. Oregon, IL 61061
The Oregon Depot now stands as a treasured railroad museum. Visitors can experience recreated history which has been meticulously restored. A new covered, vintage styled viewing platform is planned for June, 2016. This will allow…
Rt 2 & IL Rt 64, Oregon, IL 61061
The llinois Lincoln Highway Coalition (ILHC) has developed a series of 16 gazebos & 40 interpretive murals that highlight the development of the historic Lincoln Highway and how it affected the many communities across northern…
304 S. Fifth Street, P.O. Box 237, Oregon Ill. 61061
Our Mission “To provide quality services through programs, parks and facilities to fulfill the needs of the community in a fun, safe and friendly environment.” The Oregon Park District was established in 1967 “to efficiently,…
300 Jefferson Street, Oregon IL 61061
This Carnegie Library offers a unique experience in art. The 2nd floor boasts over 53 sculptures and paintings including works by Lorado Taft and Charles Francis Browne.
1469 Illinois 2 Oregon, IL 61061
The Pride of Oregon is an authentic Paddle Wheel Riverboat. 102 feet of real river charm. She docks at the historic Maxson Riverside Restaurant and Paddlewheel Inn. Built as a replica of the famous Rosie…
Located within Oregon Park West, the Prairie Side Skate Park is open during daylight hours. Visit the website for more details.
117 n. 4th st, Oregon, IL
Axe and Knife Throwing are rapidly growing recreational activities which many people enjoy! Rustic Ridge Axe Throwing has double target lanes set up for both recreational and tournament utilization. Additionally, there is a single target…
Silver Ridge is located just 5 min north of Oregon, IL on IL RTE 2. The course is a unique mixture of hills and trees that makes you feel completely disconnected from reality. Come play…
Located with in Oregon Park West, the Splash Canyon Water Park is open daily from 8am – 8pm. The splash pad is intended for children 12 and younger. Adult supervision is recommended.
701 West Oregon Trail Road, Oregon, IL
WHAT IS A STORYWALK®? A StoryWalk® is a book that has been disassembled, laminated and presented page by page to promote reading and exercise on a trail, bike path, or in store windows and as…
1922 Illinois Route 2 North, Oregon IL 61061
Stronghold is a beautiful 360 acre property across from the boat launch, about a mile North of town. Home to The Strong Castle, extensive trails, a 9-hole Frisbee Golf course and Hammock City. To stay…
1922 IL Rt 2 North, Oregon IL
Stronghold has recently added a 9-hole disc golf course. Bring your own discs or use ours. Course maps are available at the front desk and in the Resource Center.
6929 W. Pines Rd, Mt Morris, IL 61054
With over 70 years of experience, The Rink at Pine Creek is committed to serving our surrounding communities with safe, clean fun for the whole family. Our facility is home to it’s original, beautiful terrazzo…
Courthouse Lawn Washington Ave and 4th st Oregon, IL
The Soldier’s Monument, sculpted by Lorado Taft, is on the north lawn of the courthouse. It serves as a permanent record and reminder of the contribution of the men of Ogle County who served in…
4031 W Mud Creek Rd, Mount Morris, IL
Join us in our completely remodeled 12 lane bowling center. Enjoy bowling, try one of our homemade pizzas, relax in our lounge, or bring your group and host a party in our party room. Whether…
White Pelican is a family owned and operated business dedicated to connecting people with all ranges of river experience — the beginner to the veteran — with our community along the water. Offering canoe, kayak,…
3581 W. Pines Rd, Mt Morris, IL 61054
For kids and adults, this 200+ acre real dude ranch offers horse riding, summer camp, day camp, weekend youth group programs, and outdoor education programs. Bunk house, swimming pool, great food, and more. Open year…
6712 West Pines Road Mt. Morris IL 61054
Located in the heart of the Rock River valley, the 385-acre White Pines Forest State Park is the south boundary of the historic Chicago-Iowa Trail. Today, the park is perfect for family getaways to enjoy…