Guide to Wineries, Breweries & Distilleries Best Places for Golf, Cycling & Outdoor Recreation Tualatin Valley’s Top Scenic Routes & Trails Places to Stay, Play & Dine
2019 - 2020 Official Visitors Guide
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Table of Contents 3 Meet Tualatin Valley Learn what Tualatin Valley is all about. Meet its people. See what’s new. Check out its annual events. The more you discover about our slice of paradise, the more you will want to plan your escape to Tualatin Valley.
11 Tualatin Valley’s Cities & Towns
58 Farms, Markets & More Farmers markets, u-pick farms and miles and miles of beautifully manicured farms are more reasons why Tualatin Valley ranks among the best agricultural sites in Oregon. Taste a freshly picked berry. Bite into a crisp apple. Sit and relax while overlooking the beauty of a farm.
Tualatin Valley is made up of a collection of friendly cities and quaint small towns, each with its own personality and providing its own experience. Wherever your travels in Tualatin Valley take you, you’ll find a warm welcome and friendly faces.
63 Tax-Free Shopping
19 Lodging
Whether your passion is theater, art or natural history, Tualatin Valley has some of the finest experiences to fill your cultural needs. Explore rock gems and muscle cars, or sit back and enjoy a live theatrical performance from our professional theater companies.
History, charm and luxury can be found in the many hotels and other lodging options that dot Tualatin Valley’s landscape. Our hotels are close to Portland and have many urban amenities, but are only a fraction of the cost. Plus, parking is always free!
28 Golf, Cycling & Outdoor Recreation
Big savings await when shoppers take advantage of taxfree shopping. Buy big ticket items, splurge on fashion, or simply seek out a handcrafted gift to take home.
66 Arts & Culture
70 Dining & Restaurants
Discover Tualatin Valley’s outdoor gems. Find a golf course. Read more about the region’s premier cycling routes, such as the Banks-Vernonia State Trail. Plan an outdoor adventure with a hike. Set up camp at a campsite in the Tillamook State Forest.
Tualatin Valley is known for its international cuisine. Satisfy your cravings for authentic Korean BBQ, highquality sushi, savory Indian, and spicy Mexican. Grab a delicious pizza or try an inventive Italian dish. Nosh on hamburgers and fries prepared from local ingredients. The choices are endless.
35 Tour Routes & Trails
75 Itineraries
The region’s designated tour routes and trails add to the Tualatin Valley’s experience. Drive along the Quilt Barn Trail or the Vineyard and Valley Scenic Tour Route. Pedal along the Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway.
Tualatin Valley truly is a year-round destination that is fun for the entire family. Explore the area via these itineraries designed for all types of travelers and plan your own getaway here.
42 Wineries
Resources
Learn why Tualatin Valley’s estate wineries produce some of the region’s best wines (hint: it’s the soil).
54 Breweries & Spirits The Tualatin Valley is exploding in the growing Oregon craft beer scene. Our breweries attract the serious beer connoisseur, as well as the casual beer aficionado. When it comes to spirits, our distilleries don’t just make gin, vodka, whiskey and brandy, they excel in it.
26 Hotels Map 53 List of Wineries 84 Scenic Routes & Trails Map 86 Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway Maps 88 Tualatin River Water Trail Map 90 Tualatin Valley Map 92 Visitor Information Centers On the cover: Alloro Vineyard by Jim Shea
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Make Tualatin Valley Your Home Base for Exploring the Northwest! It is our pleasure to welcome you to Tualatin Valley, our little slice of heaven. Ours is a destination filled with vineyards and wineries, farms, golf courses, shops, main streets, festivals, restaurants and a variety of lodging options, and much of what makes Oregon a must visit destination. Nestled on the outskirts of the city of Portland, Tualatin Valley is unparalleled, and you’ll also meet some of the friendliest people in the Pacific Northwest, and the people who make this destination so great. We have taken great care to showcase our region, and as you dive into this guide, you will get acquainted with the wineries, breweries, outdoor activities, restaurants and shops here that make Tualatin Valley an ideal getaway. We are ready to help make your travels to and in Tualatin Valley easy and memorable, and we are looking forward to your visit here in Portland’s backyard.
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Meet Friendly Meet the people who make Tualatin Valley a warm and welcoming destination: Locals who love to meet visitors and talk about passions, from berry farming and cycling to worldclass winemaking and craft beer. Spend time with us and you’ll experience the warmth and kindness of Tualatin Valley.
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DAVID HILL WINERY FOREST GROVE, OR
WILLAMETTE RIVER PORTLAND, OR
Situated between Portland and the Oregon Coast, Soak in the Tualatin Valley Experience
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PORTLAND & MT. HOOD PORTLAND, OR
In Tualatin Valley, our Oregon, you
There’s so much to explore. And no
go at your own pace—slow if you
matter what you choose, you’ll
like. We’re a place built of friendly
uncover something memorable.
local communities, in a region of
Once you experience Tualatin Valley,
lush natural beauty.
you’ll know, Oregon is yours, too.
So, take a wander in the farmers
What is Tualatin Valley? Geo-
market. While away an afternoon
graphically speaking, the Tualatin
tasting wine. Bring your curiosity,
Valley is the heart of Oregon’s
your sense of wonder, and a pair of
Washington County. The Tualatin
comfortable shoes.
River runs through the valley with
Where in the World is Tualatin Valley, Oregon?
10 minutes west of Portland, Oregon 30 minutes from Portland International Airport (PDX) 50 minutes from the Columbia TUALATIN VALLEY SCENIC BIKEWAY BANKS-VERNONIA STATE TRAIL
THREE ARCH ROCKS / OREGON COAST TILLAMOOK, OR
River Gorge 80 minutes from the Oregon Coast 90 minutes from Mount Hood 4 hours from Smith Rock 5 hours from Crater Lake 5 hours from Painted Hills
For more information about the Tualatin Valley, attractions, activities, restaurants and hotels, visit tualatinvalley.org. TUALATIN RIVER / FARMINGTON PADDLE LAUNCH HILLSBORO, OR
Tualatin Valley is scenically situated between the city of the Tualatin Mountains–also known
Tualatin Valley has more than a
Portland and the Oregon
as the “West Hills” which is a
dozen cities, towns and neighbor-
Coast, providing visitors quick
natural border between Tualatin
hoods, each with its own flair and
and easy escapes to down-
Valley and the city of Portland–cre-
style. From bustling urban centers
town Portland, Astoria,
ating a north and east border for
to quaint rural communities, our
Cannon Beach and Seaside.
the region, and the Chehalem
cities, towns and neighborhoods
The majestic Mt. Hood is a
Mountains to the south. Tualatin
provide visitors with authentic
90-minute drive, as are
Valley is lucky enough to be a part
flavors of Oregon life.
Multnomah Falls, Hood River
of the northern Willamette Valley,
and the Columbia River Gorge.
which makes for rich soil and diverse winemaking opportunities.
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What’s New & Exciting in Tualatin Valley? Tualatin Valley is an ever-changing destination with new attractions entering the market, and these new attractions are generating buzz among visitors and locals alike. The “Third Wave” coffee trend continues to make its mark in
BG’S FOOD CARTEL
Tualatin Valley. Thornton Family Coffee Roasters (12420 SW Millikan
Oregon location opened in early
Square Road, Tigard; shopwashington
Way, Beaverton; thorntoncoffee.com)
2018. This innovative tea shop
square.com) opened its first Oregon
set up shop in Beaverton in 2018.
features milk teas, slushes, tea
location at Washington Square in
Coffee lovers will enjoy the
punches and yogurt teas, in
late 2018. Known for its xiao bao
handcrafted espresso beverages
addition to coffee drinks.
soup dumplings—noodle dough
and freshly brewed drip coffee
carefully filled with broth and
made from Thornton’s on-site
Two new craft breweries also opened, meat—Din Tai Fung also features
roasting plant and coffee lab.
further solidifying Tualatin Valley as a
soups, noodles and other
full-fledged beer destination:
specialties on its expansive menu.
• Hop Cycle Brewing Company
The food cart craze has hit Tualatin
Another trend making its way through Tualatin Valley are tea shops:
(13965 NW Main St., Banks;
Valley with Beaverton’s very first
hopcyclebrewing.com) is the city of
permanent food cart pod. BG’s
160, Beaverton; milkandt.com), a Los
Banks’ first craft brewery. This
Food Cartel (4250 SW Rose Biggi
Angeles-based, self-serve boba
perfect location, not far from the
Ave., Beaverton; bgfoodcartel.com)
bar opened its first Oregon
Banks trailhead of the Banks-
has more than two dozen food
location in downtown Beaverton.
Vernonia State Trail, is ideal for
carts, featuring a wide variety of
Milk+T features all-natural tea
cyclists who want to reward
local food and beverage options. In
drinks made with a variety of milk
themselves for a great ride.
addition to the carts, BG’s features
• Milk+T (4545 SW Angel Ave., Suite
and natural fruit syrups and other flavors. For the ultimate indul-
a bar with indoor/outdoor seating • Portland’s Ex Novo Brewing Company (4505 SW Watson
scoop of ice cream.
Ave., Beaverton; exnovobrew.com)
Big's Chicken (4570 SW Watson
selected Beaverton as its newest
Ave., Beaverton; bigschicken.com), a
• Kafé (1832a Pacific Ave., Forest
location for its hop-forward,
popular smoked-chicken spot that
Grove; drinkkafe.com) offers a
malt-forward and sour craft beers.
originated in Portland, opened in
tantalizing selection of specialty
The brewpub also will feature
historic downtown Beaverton in the
tea drinks made with exotic teas,
Detroit-style pizza.
summer of 2018. Signature chicken
such as matcha, anchan, and
sandwiches and "jo-jos" have
jasmine rose, and fair-trade teas
When it comes to food, things are
garnered a loyal following among
from Asia.
getting hotter in Tualatin Valley as
locals. Also, this restaurant has big
new and exciting food options are
street cred. The owners also run
now available throughout the area.
Portland mainstays Laurelhurst
• Kung Fu Tea (The Streets of Tanasbourne, 2185 NW Allie Ave.,
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with a rotating tap of beverages.
gence, try a tea with a creamy
Market and Reverend's BBQ.
Suite 710, Hillsboro; kungfutea.com)
Fans of Taiwanese cuisine rejoice.
has slowly made its way across
World-famous dumpling chain Din
the United States, and its first
Tai Fung (9585 SW Washington
WEST COAST GIANT PUMPKIN REGATTA
Festive Events, Cultural Gatherings & Celebrations of Culinary Bounty Festivals and special events are a
Washington County Fair (July) is
Oregon International Air Show
regular part of life in Tualatin Valley.
an annual carnival and traditional
(September) is an annual three-day
While not all of the area’s events
county fair with food, music and
event showcasing the best in
are able to be listed here, visit
entertainment, livestock, contests,
aviation and features high-adrena-
tualatinvalley.org/events-festivals for
vendors and more. bigfairfun.com
line jet teams and classic plane
more information about these
demonstrations. Previous perform-
events and for a complete list of
Sherwood Robin Hood Festival
ers have included the Canadian
events and festivals.
(July) is a charming medieval event
Snowbirds, Blue Angels and United
featuring a parade, archery
States Air Force Thunderbirds.
tournament, castle-building, live
oregonairshow.com
Totally Tualatin Valley: Signature Events
entertainment and revelry.
robinhoodfestival.org
West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta (October) is the largest festival
Festival of Balloons in Tigard (June) is an annual weekend-long
Tualatin Crawfish Festival (August)
of its kind in the western U.S., and
event featuring early-morning
is a long-running festival featuring
features wacky boat races, where
balloon launches, evening “Night
crawfish and watermelon eating
boaters (often dressed in outra-
Glow,” carnival rides, live
contests, relay races, 5k and half
geous garb) navigate Tualatin
entertainment, soccer tournament,
marathon, and much more.
Commons Lake in 1,000-pound
5k run and more. tigardballoon.org
tualatincrawfishfestival.com
pumpkin “boats.” tualatinoregon.gov tualatinvalley.org
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Celebrate Diversity: Cultural Celebrations Annual Latino Cultural Festival
Beaverton Night Market (Summer)
(May) celebrates Latin culture with
is a celebration of the diversity of
a festival of food, entertainment, arts,
the city of Beaverton, complete with
a parade and soccer tournament.
global foods, entertainment and
hillsborochamberor.com/events
cross-cultural exchanges.
beavertonoregon.gov Annual Lu'au (April), presented by
During summer months, cities throughout Tualatin Valley
Na Haumana O Hawai'i, is a
Celebrate the festival of colors at
offer live music, live theater, art
celebration of Hawaiian culture and
Rang Barse Holi (April/May), an
Polynesian dance and music,
annual Hindu festival open to all.
walks and other outdoor
preceded by an authentic Lu'au
Joyful play, dance and a saturation
meal of traditional island cuisine.
of bright colors marks this festive
pacificu.edu/arts/luau
event. bollywoodmovez.weebly.com/
activities. Visit tualatinvalley.org for a complete list of events and festivals.
events.html Beaverton International Celebration (September)
Ten Tiny Dances (July) features a
celebrates the diversity of the city
rich mix of contemporary and
of Beaverton with a showcase of
traditional dances from myriad
many cultures through food, music,
cultural backgrounds to be
dance, art and interactive activities.
appreciated and celebrated.
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OREGON LAVENDER FESTIVAL
Agricultural Events Oregon Lavender Festival (July) is an annual self-guided tour of lavender farms featuring activities, demonstrations, lavender picking, food, crafts and more.
oregonlavenderdestinations.com Smith Berry Barn Berry Festival (July) celebrates summer harvest, as berries take center stage on this 4th of July event, complete with live entertainment, berry treats and berry u-pick.
smithberrybarn.com Elephant Garlic Festival (August) is three days of music, food, a vintage car show, parade, entertainment and a celebration of all things garlic.
funstinks.com Oregon Heritage Farms Apple Fest (October) features tastings of more than a dozen apple varieties at this country-style festival, complete
SMITH BERRY BARN
with pony and hay rides and live music.
including the “Zwickelmania in the
Pass Roadhouse, is an annual
oregonheritagefarm.com
‘Burbs” shuttle tour.
noncompetitive celebration of
oregoncraftbeer.org/zwickelmania
beers from the region.
mcmenamins.com/roadhouse-brewfest
Heirloom Apple Fest (October) celebrates apple season and offers
Wilsonville Brew Fest
tastes of an array of heirloom and
(August) is a fami-
modern apple varieties picked fresh
ly-friendly annual
from the orchard, plus wine and
beer festival
beer tastings and live music.
featuring local
beer with locally-
smithberrybarn.com
breweries from
crafted sodas for a
around the
family-friendly event
Beer Festivals
Soda Festival (Summer) pairs Oregon craft
region, paired
for festival-goers of
with food and
all ages who want to
entertainment. Zwickelmania (February) is an
The Westside Beer and
wilsonvillebrewfest.com
annual backstage pass to Oregon’s
toast to great beer, cider, root beer and other artisanal sodas.
breweries, which also showcases
Roadhouse Brewfest (July),
many of Tualatin Valley’s breweries,
hosted by McMenamins Cornelius
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Taste of Tualatin Valley: Wine Events Valentine’s Wine Loop (February)
Sherwood Wine Festival & Artisans
Forest Grove Uncorked! (August)
celebrates romance with a weekend
Fair (June) showcases local wines
celebrates Oregon wines (beers,
of special tastings and pairings at
and artisans during this two-day
too) during this annual tasting
select wineries.
festival. Taste the acclaimed wines
event on Main Street.
ardiriwine.com/valentines-wine-tastingloop/
from around the Willamette Valley,
fguncorked.com
North Willamette Wine Trail
including many located in the Sherwood area.
Taste the North Valley (August) is
sherwoodwinefestival.com
an impressive wine event featuring
Weekend (April) is a self-guided
more than a dozen Tualatin Valley
tour of more than a dozen wineries
Canines Uncorked (August) is a
wineries at a grand tasting situated
for a weekend of wine tastings,
unique event that invites wine
in Orenco Station, an urban
pairings, live entertainment and
lovers and their dogs to
community in Hillsboro. nwvintners.org
demonstrations, all for the price
participating wineries for a day of
of admission.
wine tasting, special
Thanksgiving Weekend in Wine
nwvintners.org
demonstrations, dog-friendly
Country (November) celebrates
activities and more.
the holiday season at the area
oregonhumane.org
wineries for a weekend of tastings,
Memorial Day Wine Weekend (May) celebrates the start of
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summer with wineries open for a
Drink Pink Rosé Festival (July)
weekend-long open house
beckons visitors to sample the best
complete with tastings, pairings
of summer Rosé releases from a
For more events and festivals in
and more. tualatinvalley.org
host of Willamette Valley wineries.
Tualatin Valley, please visit
pattonvalley.com/events
tualatinvalley.org/events-festivals.
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pairings and festive offerings.
CITIES & TOWNS
RIDGEWALKER BREWING
Explore Tualatin Valley’s Warm and Welcoming Cities and Communities
We welcome you to explore our cities, towns, hamlets and enclaves, where you will be greeted with a smile and a story.
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In the northwestern part of the Tualatin Valley are two cities that are known for their stellar outdoor recreation. Banks and
Banks and North Plains: From Trestle to Tee
North Plains should be at the top of the
NORTH PLAINS
list for cyclists, thrill seekers and adventurers, as the
North Plains
opportunities here are unparalleled.
Surrounded by lush farmland, North Plains attracts throngs of sports
Banks
enthusiasts and thrill seekers who
Banks marks the start of the
flock to the area for its collection of
Banks-Vernonia State Trail, a
activities. Road cycling, zip lining at
21-mile linear trail open to cyclists,
Pumpkin Ridge Zip Tour, and glider
hikers and horseback riders. This
plane rides at the North Plains
popular path was the state’s first
Gliderport satisfies the thirst
rail-to-trail project and remains one
for adventure.
of the most popular multi-use paths in the region. Enjoy the stillness of
visit instead of heart-pumping
the night and sleep under the stars
adventure, North Plains is home to
at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park.
one of Oregon’s most notable golf
Fuel up before your journey at
NORTH PLAINS GLIDERPORT
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For those who prefer a leisurely
courses, Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club.
the Trailhead Café, serving home-
Disc golf is the name of the game
style comfort foods for breakfast
at Horning’s Hideout championship
and lunch. After an invigorating
course. For a treat, stop in at Abbey
ride, grab a pint at the new Hop
Creek Winery after a weekend
Cycle Brewing Company.
round of golf.
For more information about Banks,
For more information about North
visit the Oregon Banks Chamber of
Plains, visit the North Plains
Commerce (13480 NW Main St.,
Chamber of Commerce
Banks; oregonbankschamber.com).
(northplainschamber.org).
Discover the Treasures of Beaverton and Aloha, Gateway to Tualatin Valley
MAGOKORO RAMEN AT BG’S FOOD CARTEL
Nestled in the eastern edge of the
Several events throughout the year
specialty shops and hit the monthly
Tualatin Valley, the city of Beaverton celebrate this diversity, including
Beaverton FLEA Market (May-
and the community of Aloha are
the Ten Tiny Dances, a showcase of
September).
surrounded by farmlands and
dances from across the globe, and
natural resources.
the Beaverton Night Market, a
Aloha
festive evening of international
Aloha (pronounced “a-LOW-ah”) is
foods and entertainment.
an unincorporated community
Beaverton The vibrant city of Beaverton has
In the agricultural region of
located between the cities of
gained recognition in culinary circles
Beaverton, visitors can visit u-pick
Beaverton and Hillsboro. Aloha is
and has attracted many foodies to
farms and farm stores during
home to one of the region’s most
the area with its collection of ac-
summer harvest season. Farmers
prestigious golf courses, The
claimed restaurants, specifically its
and food lovers flock to downtown
Reserve Vineyards and Golf Club,
variety of authentic Korean eateries.
Beaverton throughout the year to
as well as the region’s first all-
As Beaverton grows, so does the
shop at Oregon's largest farmers'
accessible park, Mountain View
number of exciting new culinary
market, the Beaverton Farmers
Champions Park, with play areas
developments. New dining options
Market. As the gateway to Oregon
and sports fields designed for
include BG’s Food Cartel, the city’s
wine country, Beaverton also boasts
athletes of all abilities. When driving
first-ever permanent food cart pod
two wineries with tasting rooms—
through Aloha on Tualatin Valley
with more than two dozen carts, Ex
Cooper Mountain Vineyards and
Highway (Hwy 8), don’t forget to
Novo Brewing Company, which
Hamacher Wines—both located in
wave to Harvey the Rabbit, Aloha’s
opened its first location outside of
this lush agricultural area.
famous roadside attraction.
Portland, and Big's Chicken, another beloved Portland staple.
Beaverton’s Historic Downtown District and Central Beaverton offer
For more information about
many surprises, including history,
Beaverton and Aloha, visit the
culinary scene, Beaverton has the
art and culture. Flea market
Beaverton Area Chamber of
distinction of being the state’s most
aficionados in-the-know come to
Commerce (12600 SW Crescent St.,
ethnically diverse city in the state.
the area to visit quaint antique and
Suite 160, Beaverton; beaverton.org).
In addition to its expanding
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Wild About the Western Valley: Forest Grove, Cornelius and Beyond
Those who live and work here
opportunities, cyclists, birdwatch-
know that Forest Grove’s appeal
ers, hikers, swimmers and boaters
extends beyond its quaint down-
enjoy Gaston’s recreational areas
town to its rural, agricultural land-
such as Henry Hagg Lake and
scapes. This area boasts an impres-
Scoggins Valley Park, a popular
sive collection of six estate wineries,
spot for triathlons and other
as well as the region’s only saké
endurance sports. Visitors also
brewery, SakéOne. Tranquility also is
flock to Tree to Tree Adventure
not far away, with the meandering
Park, an aerial ropes course and
Located in the foothills of the Coast
trails and peaceful sounds of the
zip-line park located minutes from
Range at the base of the Tillamook
water garden at Fernhill Wetlands,
the lake.
State Forest, the western part of
designed by Hoichi
Tualatin Valley provides some of
Kurisu, who also
Cornelius
the area’s best outdoor recreation,
architected the
The agricultural
wine and more.
famed Portland
community of
Japanese Garden.
Cornelius is where
Forest Grove
rolling hillsides,
The growing city of Forest Grove is
Gaston
vineyards and farms
home to Pacific University, and is a
Located south of
abound. Situated in
destination with a lot of history,
Forest Grove is the
the Chehalem
from having some of the oldest
small city of Gaston,
vines in the valley at David Hill
the smallest city in
Winery to boasting one of the
Tualatin Valley. Despite its small
(AVA), Cornelius is home to four
oldest educational buildings west
population, there is no shortage of
wineries. Visitors can also visit
of the Mississippi, College Hall (at
places to visit in northern Gaston,
u-pick farms such as Unger Farms,
Pacific University). Forest Grove’s
as this area is home to four
sample wines at several wineries, or
Main Street houses a collection of
acclaimed wineries, each producing
play a round at one of the Pacific
charming shops, a summer farm-
a variety of wines, including Pinot
Northwest’s oldest golf courses,
ers’ market and innovative and
Noir, from their estate vineyards.
Forest Hills Golf Course.
notable restaurants.
HENRY HAGG LAKE
Mountains American Viticultural Area
With miles of outdoor recreation
Gales Creek UNGER FARMS
Located just outside of Forest Grove is Gales Creek, home to one of the region’s most popular sites, Gales Creek Campground. This rustic campground (open mid-May to October) is situated along Gales Creek, a popular spot for catchand-release fishing. Gales Creek also is close to wineries and tree farms. For more information about Forest Grove, Cornelius and surrounding areas, visit the Forest Grove/ Cornelius Chamber of Commerce (2417 Pacific Ave., Forest Grove;
visitforestgrove.com).
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When it comes to innovation
From High Tech to Low Tech: Find Innovation in Hillsboro, Helvetia and Scholls
in the craft beer scene, Hillsboro is Tualatin Valley’s “beervana.” The city has multiple breweries centrally located within three miles of each other, as well as several wineries that are a stone’s throw from downtown. In downtown, Main Street Hill-
Smack dab in the heart of Tualatin
sboro is the city’s cultural
Valley, the city of Hillsboro and its
center, with attractions such as
surrounding communities are
the Walters Cultural Arts
among the oldest in the state. At
Center, which features art
the turn of the 20th Century, it was
exhibits and live performances,
a rural outpost; today Hillsboro is
and the prestigious Bag&Bag-
the capital of the “Silicon Forest,”
gage Productions, one of the
named for the abundance of some
Portland area’s most acclaimed
home to several farms, including the
of the biggest and brightest names
professional theater companies.
famed Roloff Farms, the aromatic
in technology that call Hillsboro
Main Street also hosts two farmers
Helvetia Lavender Farm and the
“home.” In the hamlets of Helvetia
markets, Saturday’s Hillsboro
rustic Helvetia Winery. Helvetia
and Scholls, the old-time, rural
Farmers Market (May-October) and
marks the start of the Vineyard and
atmosphere still exists.
the Hillsboro Tuesday Market
Valley Scenic Tour Route, which
(June-August). This bustling down-
includes historic site Old Scotch
Hillsboro
town is also ushering in a new era of
Church (located west of Helvetia),
The friendly folks of Hillsboro know
innovation. Businesses such as
one of Oregon’s oldest churches still
that there are gems—literally—in
D'Anu Wines, Study of Sweets
in use. Several of the pioneers who
their backyard, and there is an
chocolate shop, Perks of Art indoor
came over on the Oregon Trail—in-
assortment of authentic places to
art market, and Insomnia Coffee,
cluding Joseph Meek—are buried in
discover. The Jackson Bottom
home to Dapper & Wise Roasters’
the church’s cemetery.
Wetlands Preserve, attracts hun-
coffee roasting facility, have made
dreds of birds—and bird watchers—
this changing area their home.
while the Smithsonian-affiliated Rice
OLD SCOTCH CHURCH
Scholls Located south of downtown
Northwest Museum of Rocks and
Helvetia
Hillsboro, the agricultural communi-
Minerals attracts rock hounds with
Located north of downtown Hills-
ty of Scholls (pronounced SH-olls)
the largest collections of rocks and
boro, Helvetia (pronounced Hel-
is abundant with charm and
gems in the Pacific Northwest.
VAY-sha) is an agricultural area
hospitality. Also on the Vineyard and Valley Scenic Tour Route, Scholls is home to several rural treasures, including the South Store Café, Smith Berry Barn, Rowell Brothers u-pick farm and Raptor Ridge Winery. For more information about Hillsboro area, visit the Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce (5193 NE Elam Young Pkwy., Ste. A, Hillsboro;
JACKSON BOTTOM WETLANDS PRESERVE
hillsborochamberor.com). tualatinvalley.org
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Welcome to Sherwood, an Old Town with Modern Sensibilities
Located in the southern portion of
archery tournament with
Tualatin Valley, the small city of
Nottingham, England.
Sherwood is a place steeped in
Adding to the quaint charm of
tradition, yet has evolved into a
Sherwood in its outer rural core are
charming destination for travelers
Christmas shop Sleighbells, road-
looking for Americana. Old Town
side farm store the Red Berry Barn,
Sherwood is the community center.
and the Tualatin River National
Antique and specialty shops and
Wildlife Refuge, which hosts an
historic buildings recall small-town
annual bird festival each May.
living from another era.
Located in the Chehalem
Popular gathering
Mountain American
places, such as Symposium Coffee, a
Viticultural Area (AVA), Sherwood is one of
locally owned
the fastest growing
coffeehouse, 503
wine destinations in
Uncorked wine
the northern Willa-
tasting bar, Rallison
mette Valley, with
Cellars wine tasting
seven (and counting)
room, and Smockville Brewhouse are must-see stops
vineyard-estate wineries. Additionally, Sherwood’s
while perusing quaint shops and
agricultural region also is growing,
galleries in Old Town.
with several u-pick farms, such as
Each July, the Robin Hood Festival pays homage to the
Sherwood Orchards, and tree farms dotting the landscape.
fictional Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men in the streets of Old
For more information about
Town. As one of the oldest and
Sherwood, visit the Sherwood
most unique community events in
Chamber of Commerce (22566 SW
the state, this two-day festival
Washington St., Sherwood;
features a crowning of Maid Marian
sherwoodchamber.org).
and her court and an international
SMOCKVILLE BREWHOUSE
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TUALATIN RIVER
Visit Tualatin Valley’s Own Twin Cities: Tigard and Tualatin
provide access to the Tualatin River,
Tualatin
a calm waterway that is popular
The city of Tualatin (pronounced
with paddlers.
Too-WALL-uh-tin) is notable for its relation with the Ice Age Floods.
Tigard
Explore this history at the Tualatin
Tigard (pronounced TIE-gurd) has
Heritage Center, or trek along the
Here in Tigard and Tualatin, shop-
a community that is devoted to the
Greenway Trail, where interpretive
ping is the top attraction, and
arts, with the only professional
signs tell the tale of this prehistoric
outdoor recreation is a close
musical theater company in the
event. Tualatin also is a fast-grow-
second. Located just south of
region, Broadway Rose Theatre
ing destination for craft brewers, as
Portland, these "twin" cities wel-
Company. Tigard also boasts a
the city boasts two breweries:
come visitors with its mix of
distillery—Rose City Distilling—a
Stickmen Brewing Company and
high-end shopping, relaxing
retail store for internationally
Ancestry Brewing.
outdoor recreation, lively arts
acclaimed tea maker, Stash Tea,
scene, and a growing beer culture.
and two breweries, FlyBoy Brewing
Commons, is a promenade and
Collectively, Tigard and Tualatin
The city’s town center, Tualatin
and Max’s Fanno Creek Brew Pub.
plaza complete with a three-acre
are home to the region’s premier
A reinvigorated downtown Main
lake surrounded by a collection of
tax-free shopping destinations:
Street is home to sculptures and
shops, restaurants and a lakeside
Washington Square, Bridgeport
glass art, as well as local favorites,
hotel, The Century Hotel. This lake
Village, and the Portland region’s
such as Symposium Coffee and
is home to the famous West Coast
only Cabela’s Sporting Goods
Tigard Taphouse.
Giant Pumpkin Regatta.
connects these two cities is the
For more information about Tigard,
For more information about the city
Tualatin River. Tigard’s Cook Park
visit the Tigard Chamber of
of Tualatin, visit the Tualatin Cham-
and Tualatin’s Brown’s Ferry Park
Commerce (12345 SW Main St.,
ber of Commerce (8101 SW Nyberg
and Tualatin Community Park
Tigard; tigardchamber.org).
St., #102; Tualatin; tualatinchamber.com).
store. Another attraction that
tualatinvalley.org
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VANGUARD BREWING
Family Fun and Tasty Adventures Await in Wilsonville
WILLAMETTE RIVER
Situated in the southernmost
course, IPAs. Wilsonville also is
corner of Tualatin Valley, the city of
home to McMenamins Old Church
Wilsonville offers both the comforts
and Pub, a family-friendly eatery
of a big city and the qualities of
located in a renovated historic
small-town life. Here, a collection of
church, with a brewery in the
attractions and restaurants beckon.
former church’s basement daycare.
The Family Fun Center is, as the
When it comes to outdoor
name implies, an entertaining
recreation, Wilsonville is not to be
indoor/outdoor center for all ages,
ignored. An extensive trail system
complete with bumper boats, rock
throughout the city provides many
wall, laser tag, miniature golf and
opportunities to explore the natural
arcade. The motorsports museum
beauty of the area, by bike or by
World of Speed celebrates
foot. Several river access points and
everything fast. The museum’s
boat ramps allow water buffs to
carefully curated exhibits allows all
access the Willamette River.
history of auto, boating and
For more information about
motorcycle racing history.
Wilsonville, visit explorewilsonville.com
Sample the tastes of Wilsonville
Chamber of Commerce (8565 SW
Brewing shares its fun and
Salish Ln. #150, Wilsonville;
experimental beers at its cozy
wilsonvillechamber.com).
Wilsonville taphouse, while Vanguard Brewing brews a variety of beers from pale ales and wheat beers to reds and porters, and, of 18
or contact the Wilsonville
through its taprooms. Ordinance
Willamette River photo by Adam McKibben/Explore Wilsonville Vanguard photo by Richard Bacon/Explore Wilsonville
audiences to explore the rich
LODGING ALOFT HILLSBORO-BEAVERTON
Explore Tualatin Valley’s Hotels and Lodging
Stay the night, extend your stay and take in all the sights Tualatin Valley has to offer. Free and ample parking, rates to meet every budget, warm hospitality, plus well-appointed rooms and amenities are among the perks of staying here.
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HOTELS
IN BEAVERTON AND ALOHA
The Beaverton area offers an assortment of hotels designed to fit all tastes and budgets. Hotels in Beaverton offer easy access to highways, and include some of the closest hotels to Portland, without all of the hassle of big-city parking. POOL
Beaverton Budget Inn 13295 SW Canyon Road, Beaverton; 503-646-2158
BUSINESS CENTER
MICRO/ KITCHEN
SHUTTLE
FREE BREAKFAST
PETS ALLOWED
GUEST LAUNDRY
DESCRIPTION
The Beaverton Budget Inn provides an economical choice for visitors, close to some of Beaverton’s best restaurants, and accommodations near the heart of Beaverton.
Comfort Inn & Suites Beaverton - Portland West 13455 SW Tualatin Valley Hwy., Beaverton; 503-643-9100; choicehotels.com/oregon
Close to the MAX light-rail line, the Comfort Inn and Suites Beaverton Portland West makes traveling around the Portland metro area easy and affordable. The three-story hotel includes a seasonal pool and game room for the kids.
Cornerstone Bed & Breakfast of Oregon 17290 SW Alvord Ln., Beaverton; 503-747-2345; cornerstonebedandbreakfast.com
This bed-and-breakfast provides a peaceful countryside stay. Each room in this three-room farmhouse-style bed-and-breakfast sleeps two comfortably and contains its own private entrance and bathroom.
Courtyard by Marriott - Portland Beaverton 8500 SW Nimbus Ave., Beaverton; 503-641-3200; courtyard.marriott.com/pdxcy
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FITNESS CENTER
The ideal location for an overnight stay. This property is a short drive to many of the area’s attractions, such as Washington Square shopping center, wineries and downtown Portland.
DoubleTree by Hilton Portland - Beaverton 15402 NW Cornell Road, Beaverton; 503-614-8100; doubletree3.hilton.com
A warm chocolate chip cookie awaits you at the check-in desk of the DoubleTree by Hilton. Corporate travelers make good use of the complimentary shuttle service that runs within a five-mile radius of the hotel, transporting guests from business to business.
Extended Stay America Portland Beaverton 158th 875 SW 158th Ave., Beaverton; 503-690-3600; extendedstayamerica.com
Find the comforts of home at the Extended Stay America where a fully-equipped kitchen, workspace, and pet-friendly environment will set you at ease. Housekeeping service, laundry facilities, and complimentary grab-and-go breakfast adds convenience to comfort.
Extended Stay America Portland Beaverton Eider Court 18665 NW Eider Ct., Beaverton; 503-439-1515; extendedstayamerica.com
Hotel amenities are mixed with the coziness of home at the Extended Stay America. Make yourself comfortable with the fully-equipped kitchen, modern workspace, laundry facilities and complimentary grab-and-go breakfast. This is a non-smoking hotel.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Portland West/Beaverton 15583 NW Gateway Ct., Beaverton; 503-972-0048; marriott.com/pdxfh
Located in Oregon’s “Silicon Forest,” this hotel provides comfortable studio suites for respite between nearby work places, tax-free shopping, and golf courses. The expansive continental breakfast buffet will sustain you for your next adventure.
Hilton Garden Inn - Portland/Beaverton 15520 NW Gateway Ct., Beaverton; 503-439-1717; hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com
Minutes from downtown Portland, the Hilton Garden Inn provides relaxation and hospitality via its warmly decorated rooms. Business travelers appreciate the ergonomic chairs and high-speed Internet. After a long day, take a dip in the indoor whirlpool.
BEAVERTON FARMERS MARKET
MAX AT BEAVERTON CENTRAL STATION
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Homewood Suites by Hilton Hillsboro/Beaverton 15525 NW Gateway Ct., Beaverton; 503-614-0900; homewoodsuites3.hilton.com
FITNESS CENTER
BUSINESS CENTER
MICRO/ KITCHEN
SHUTTLE
FREE BREAKFAST
PETS ALLOWED
GUEST LAUNDRY
DESCRIPTION
Homewood Suites boasts spacious oneand two-bedroom suites near Hillsboro's "High Tech Corridor." Guests will feel at home with a kitchenette, and the hotel offers daily hot breakfast, and an evening social, Monday through Thursday.
Motel 6 Beaverton 12255 SW Canyon Road, Beaverton; 503-646-4131; motel6.com
Kids under 17 stay free with an adult family member. Complimentary coffee will be sure to perk up your mornings. This is the perfect getaway for families traveling on a budget.
Peppertree Inn 10720 SW Allen Blvd., Beaverton; 503-641-7477; peppertreeinn.com
Peppertree Inn has remodeled its dog-friendly rooms with new décor and premium bedding (no cats, please). A flower-lined patio and courtyard overlooks a heated swimming pool and hot tub.
Quality Inn Aloha 3333 SW 198th Ave., Aloha; 503-642-1124; choicehotels.com
Quality Inn Aloha is a wonderful choice for economically conscious visitors. This eco-friendly hotel model includes many amenities.
Rodeway Inn & Suites 10207 SW Park Way, Portland; 503-297-2211; choicehotels.com/oregon
A quick 10-minute drive from downtown Portland, this is an ideal location at an affordable price. Enjoy free coffee, as well as other amenities. Group and extended stay discounts are available.
Shilo Inns Beaverton 9900 SW Canyon Road, Portland; 503-297-2551; shiloinns.com
The hotel boasts a relaxing garden area, a fireplace lounge, on-site steakhouse, cigar bar and beautiful outdoor pool.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Portland Beaverton 3900 SW 114th St., Beaverton; 503-605-9368; marriott.com
Beaverton’s newest hotel comes with fully equipped kitchens, comfortable living areas and high-speed Internet access. Relax by the fire pit and outdoor pool, or work out in the fitness center. Close to downtown Portland and many of Tualatin Valley’s top attractions. tualatinvalley.org
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HOTELS
IN HILLSBORO
Situated in “Silicon Forest,” Hillsboro’s hotels are perfect for business travelers. However, you don’t have to be here on business to enjoy the comfortable luxury you will find in these hotels. POOL
Aloft Hillsboro - Beaverton 1705 NW Amberglen Ct., Hillsboro; 503-277-1900; alofthillsborobeaverton.com
BUSINESS CENTER
MICRO/ KITCHEN
SHUTTLE
FREE BREAKFAST
PETS ALLOWED
GUEST LAUNDRY
DESCRIPTION
The Aloft is a stunning, new 137-room property featuring many of the modern services and amenities for which the brand is known. This hip new hotel also has an indoor pool, on-site bar, local live music and free parking.
Comfort Inn Hillsboro 3500 NE Cornell Road, Hillsboro; 503-648-3500; choicehotels.com
Located in the heart of Oregon’s “Silicon Forest,” the Comfort Inn also boasts proximity to world-class golf courses and wineries, as well as the Washington County Fair Complex. Sofa sleepers, wet bars, and whirlpool bathtubs are available for added luxury.
Courtyard by Marriott Portland Hillsboro 3050 NW Stucki Pl., Hillsboro; 503-690-1800; courtyard.marriott.com/pdxhs
Located smack-dab in the middle of “Silicon Forest,”this is a great location for both work and play. Whether traveling to the airport, a business meeting or a Hillsboro Hops game, the nearby MAX light rail makes it easy to take advantage of public transportation.
EconoLodge Inn & Suites - Hillsboro 622 SE 10th Ave., Hillsboro; 503-640-4791; choicehotels.com/oregon
Minutes away from the Hillsboro Civic Center and charming downtown Hillsboro, the Econo Lodge Inn & Suites is equipped with all the necessities for a successful vacation or business trip.
Embassy Suites Portland/Hillsboro 20001 NW Tanasbourne Dr., Hillsboro; 503-718-0007; embassysuites3.hilton.com
Embassy Suites provides all-suite accommodations. Guests can reach nearby Beaverton and downtown Portland via the MAX Light Rail line or unwind in the inviting atrium. Enjoy a complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast, and beverages at the Evening Reception.
Extended Stay America Portland - Hillsboro 19311 NW Cornell Road, Hillsboro: 503-439-0706; extendedstayamerica.com
Take care of business in a relaxed style while staying at the Extended Stay America. These pet-friendly studios come with a work space and fully-equipped kitchen. Additionally, complimentary printing is available for all of your career needs.
Hampton Inn & Suites 19999 NW Tanasbourne Dr., Hillsboro; 503-718-0006; hamptoninn3.hilton.com
Close to shopping, dining and entertainment, Hampton Inn is ready for business and pleasure. Guests enjoy close access to tax-free shopping at The Streets of Tanasbourne shopping center, Hillsboro Hops baseball games and more.
Hillsboro Budget Inn 432 SE Baseline St., Hillsboro; 503-648-3168; budgetinnhillsboro.com Holiday Inn Express - Hillsboro 5900 NE Ray Cir., Hillsboro: 503-844-9696; ihg.com/holidayinnexpress
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FITNESS CENTER
Only a few blocks from the picturesque Main Street, the Hillsboro Budget Inn offers spacious, economical rooms.
Positioned close to some of the area’s big name companies and sports complexes, Holiday Inn Express is a newly-renovated property. Business travelers love the 24-hour business center, while families delight in the “kids-stay-free” policy.
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Holiday Inn Portland West Hillsboro 2575 NW Aloclek Dr., Hillsboro; 503-640-1745; ihg.com/holidayinn
FITNESS CENTER
BUSINESS CENTER
MICRO/ KITCHEN
SHUTTLE
FREE BREAKFAST
PETS ALLOWED
GUEST LAUNDRY
DESCRIPTION
The new Holiday Inn offers contemporary furnishings and amenities. Located near The Streets of Tanasbourne shopping center, amenities include room service, on-site marketplace and complimentary transportation within a three-mile zone.
Larkspur Landing - Hillsboro 3133 NE Shute Road, Hillsboro; 503-681-2121; larkspurhotels.com/Hillsboro
Close to golf courses, wineries, and some of the nation’s top companies, the Larkspur Landing goes to great lengths to ensure that guests can take full advantage of work and play during their stay. Pet-friendly rooms are fully-equipped with kitchens that will make any stay great.
Residence Inn by Marriott - Portland West 18855 NW Tanasbourne Dr., Hillsboro; 503-531-3200; marriott.com/pdxhb
Whether on an extended stay for work or pleasure, Residence Inn combines creature comforts with all-star service. Prepare meals in the fully-equipped kitchens, or indulge in a hot breakfast buffet, evening Manager’s Reception or grill in the property’s barbecue area.
Residence Inn Portland Hillsboro/Brookwood 3160 NE Brookwood Pkwy., Hillsboro; 503-844-7777; marriott.com/pdxbw
As one of Hillsboro’s newest lodging options, Residence Inn encourages guests to make themselves at home in spacious suites with many amenities. Located in the heart of the “Silicon Forest,” prepare for a business meeting with a complimentary breakfast and unwind with weekday evening social hours.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Portland - Hillsboro 7351 NE Butler St., Hillsboro; 503-547-0202; marriott.com/pdxhl
SpringHill Suites is an award-winning hotel centrally located near the Hillsboro Hops ballpark, world-class golfing, and other top attractions. Located near the Orenco neighborhood, the hotel is close to numerous restaurants, wine bars and taprooms.
Staybridge Suites Hillsboro North 6225 NE Casper Ct., Hillsboro; 971-205-3980; ihg.com/staybridge
Hillsboro's newest hotel is an 80-room, all-suite, extended-stay hotel, with all the amenities perfectly suited for the leisure and business traveler. Located near the town of Helvetia, it’s close to some of the area’s best attractions.
The Dunes Motel 452 SE Tenth Ave. Hillsboro; 503-648-8991; hillsborodunesmotel.com
Travel as affordably as possible, using the nearby local transit, the MAX light rail, which has a stop nearby. The hotel is conveniently close to restaurants, coffee shops and drugstores, bringing all the necessities right to your door.
The Orenco 1457 NE Orenco Station Pkwy., Hillsboro; 503-208-5708; theorenco.com
A unique boutique hotel, The Orenco offers an unsurpassed level of amenities and luxuries, featuring comfortable suites with large flat-screen televisions, DVD players with DVD libraries, complimentary laundry facilities, concierge services upon request, and more.
TownePlace Suites by Marriott - Hillsboro 6550 NE Brighton St., Hillsboro; 503-268-6000; marriott.com/pdxts
TownePlace Suites by Marriott mixes neighborhood charm with suite-style hotel living. The nearby MAX light rail and the hotel’s free local shuttle service allow visitors to get to their next business meeting or area attraction in a snap. tualatinvalley.org
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Located south of Portland, the cities of Tigard, Tualatin and Wilsonville provide convenient lodging options, ideal for leisure and business travelers. These hotels are close to shopping and dining in Tualatin Valley.
HOTELS
IN TIGARD, TUALATIN & WILSONVILLE
POOL
Best Western Plus Northwind Inn & Suites 16105 SW Pacific Hwy., Tigard/King City; 503-431-2100; bestwestern.com
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FITNESS CENTER
BUSINESS CENTER
MICRO/ KITCHEN
SHUTTLE
FREE BREAKFAST
PETS ALLOWED
GUEST LAUNDRY
DESCRIPTION
Best Western Plus Northwind Inn & Suites fuses modern amenities with eco-friendly practices. Take advantage of the hotel’s relaxing hot tub, free breakfast, and free Internet.
Century Hotel 8185 SW Tualatin-Sherwood Road, Tualatin; 503-692-3600; thecenturyhotel.com
Overlooking the pristine Lake of the Commons, the remodeled Century Hotel is complete with new furnishings, and offers the ultimate experience for both leisure and business travelers.
Comfort Inn Tualatin - Portland South 7640 SW Warm Springs St.; Tualatin; 503-612-9952; choicehotels.com/oregon
Wake up to a complimentary hot breakfast and come back from a long day to find fresh-baked cookies. Visitors can also book suites with whirlpools and additional space.
Courtyard by Marriott - Tigard 15686 SW Sequoia Pkwy., Tigard; 503-684-7900; courtyard.marriott.com/pdxcs
Enjoy breakfast or dinner from the on-site hotel restaurant. Guests find added convenience from the on-site Starbucks Coffee and electric vehicle charging station.
DoubleTree by Hilton Portland – Tigard 9575 SW Locust St., Tigard; 503-624-9000; doubletree3.hilton.com
DoubleTree offers spacious suites featuring a wide array of amenities. For added comfort, this all-suite hotel offers an extended continental breakfast buffet for a fee.
Embassy Suites Portland Washington Square 9000 SW Washington Square Road, Tigard; 503-644-4000; embassysuites3.hilton.com
Indulge in a complimentary manager’s reception and full complimentary breakfast. A short walk to tax-free shopping and dining at Washington Square, the hotel has everything you need.
Extended Stay America - Portland - Tigard 13009 SW 68th Pkwy., Tigard; 503-670-0555; extendedstayamerica.com
Creature comforts are the norm at the Extended Stay America, where the amenities will make your long term stay an easy one. A fully-equipped kitchen and housekeeping services are available within each studio.
Holiday Inn Express - Portland South 15700 SW Upper Boones Ferry Road, Lake Oswego; 503-620-2980; ihg.com/holidayinnexpress
Find a restful night’s sleep at the Holiday Inn Express. Children under 18 are welcome to stay in their parents’ room for free.
Holiday Inn Portland South 25425 SW 95th Ave., Wilsonville; 503-682-2211; hiportlandsouth.com
This conference hotel is conveniently located off Interstate 5, close to shopping and restaurants. Experience deluxe accommodations and enjoy the on-site restaurant and lounge.
La Quinta Inn Wilsonville 8815 SW Sun Place; Wilsonville; 503-682-3184; lq.com
Located off Interstate 5, the La Quinta Inn offers quick access to all of the area's cities and attractions. Start the day with a free newspaper and breakfast.
Motel 6 Portland South - Lake Oswego - Tigard 17950 SW McEwan Road, Tigard; 503-620-2066; motel6.com
The family (and pet-friendly) Motel 6 is affordable and accommodating, and offers a kids-stay-free policy. Additional amenities include complimentary coffee and access to a coin-operated laundry.
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FITNESS CENTER
BUSINESS CENTER
MICRO/ KITCHEN
SHUTTLE
FREE BREAKFAST
PETS ALLOWED
GUEST LAUNDRY
Motel 6 Portland - Tigard West 17959 SW McEwan Road; Tigard; 503-684-0760; motel6.com
DESCRIPTION
Free coffee, pet-friendly atmosphere and a “kids-stay-free” policy.
Motel 6 Portland - Wilsonville 25438 SW Parkway Ave.; Wilsonville; 503-682-2088; motel6.com
Motel 6 is the perfect place to catch a few restful and much-needed Z’s. Kids 17 and under stay free at this pet-friendly hotel.
Quality Inn Tigard - Portland 11460 SW Pacific Hwy.; Tigard; 503-245-6421; choicehotels.com
Nestled in a park-like setting, the Quality Inn Tigard is a quiet respite, in a walkable area, with first-rate restaurants, shopping and movie theater options nearby.
The Grand Hotel at Bridgeport 7265 SW Hazel Fern Road; Tigard/Tualatin; 503-968-5757; grandhotelbridgeport.com
Located in the Bridgeport Shopping District, The Grand Hotel offers luxurious business-class accommodations. Near shops, restaurants and movie theater.
Tigard Regency Inn 11455 SW Pacific Hwy.; Tigard; 503-246-8451
The Tigard Regency Inn hosts guests in pet-friendly, quiet and clean rooms, located within minutes of a movie theater, shopping and restaurants.
Washington Square Inn 10830 SW Greenburg Road, Tigard; 503-746-4477;
The Washington Square Inn is a fully renovated, 68-room hotel conveniently located near world-class shopping, dining and iFly Indoor Skydiving.
washingtonsquareinn.business.site
HOTELS
FOREST GROVE
Forest Grove is home to one of Oregon’s most iconic destination hotels, as well as other hotels who provide Oregon hospitality to leisure travelers and parents, family and prospective students of Pacific University. POOL
FITNESS CENTER
BUSINESS CENTER
MICRO/ KITCHEN
SHUTTLE
FREE BREAKFAST
PETS ALLOWED
GUEST LAUNDRY
DESCRIPTION
McMenamins Grand Lodge 3505 Pacific Ave., Forest Grove; 503-992-9533; mcmenamins.com/grand-lodge
This whimsical hotel is decorated with historic photographs and original art. New and newly renovated rooms include in-room bathrooms (European-style rooms with common, shared bathrooms also are available).
Best Western University Inn & Suites 3933 Pacific Ave., Forest Grove; 503-992-8888; bestwestern.com
This hotel is a choice pick for budget-minded visitors coming to enjoy the nearby Pacific University, golf courses, and other outdoor recreation. Fuel up for your day with a complimentary breakfast.
America's Best Value Inn & Suites- Forest Grove 3306 Pacific Ave., Forest Grove; 503-357-9000; redlion.com/forest-grove
One short mile from Pacific University is America’s Best Value Inn & Suites - Forest Grove, which provides a plethora of amenities for visitors, including an indoor heated pool and hot tub.
Budget Inn- Forest Grove 1925 C St., Forest Grove; 503-359-5766; budgetinnoregon.com
Situated just four blocks from the historic Pacific University, this hotel is a good location for those looking to mix urban amenities with quick access to the nearby rural setting.
Forest Grove Inn 4433 Pacific Ave., Forest Grove; 503-357-9700; forestgroveinn.com
Each room and suite includes air-conditioning, a flat-screen TV with cable, refrigerator and microwave. Only two miles away from the historic Pacific University, and less than an hour from the Oregon Coast. tualatinvalley.org
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1 Quality Inn Aloha 2 Shilo Inns Beaverton 3 Comfort Inn & Suites Beaverton – Portland West 4 DoubleTree by Hilton Portland – Beaverton 5 Hilton Garden Inn – Portland/Beaverton 6 The Homewood Suites by Hilton Hillsboro/Beaverton 7 Courtyard by Marriott – Portland Beaverton 8 Fairfield Inn & Suites Portland West/Beaverton 9 Extended Stay America Portland Beaverton 158th 10 Extended Stay America Portland Beaverton Eider Court 11 Cornerstone Bed & Breakfast of Oregon 12 McMenamins Grand Lodge 13 Best Western University Inn & Suites 14 America’s Best Value Inn & Suites – Forest Grove 15 The Orenco 16 Larkspur Landing – Hillsboro 17 Comfort Inn Hillsboro 18 Embassy Suites Portland/Hillsboro 19 Hampton Inn & Suites 20 Holiday Inn Express – Hillsboro 21 Courtyard by Marriott – Portland Hillsboro 22 Residence Inn by Marriott – Portland West 23 SpringHill Suites by Marriott Portland – Hillsboro 26
24 TownePlace Suites by Marriott – Hillsboro 25 Extended Stay America Portland – Hillsboro 26 Holiday Inn Express – Portland South 27 The Grand Hotel at Bridgeport 28 Best Western Plus Northwind Inn & Suites 29 Quality Inn Tigard – Portland 30 DoubleTree by Hilton Portland – Tigard 31 Embassy Suites Portland – Washington Square 32 Courtyard by Marriott – Tigard 33 Century Hotel 34 Comfort Inn Tualatin – Portland South 35 Holiday Inn Portland South 36 La Quinta Inn Wilsonville 37 Residence Inn Portland Hillsboro/Brookwood 38 Holiday Inn Portland West – Hillsboro 39 Aloft Hillsboro – Beaverton 40 TownePlace Suites by Marriott Portland Beaverton 41 Staybridge Suites Hillsboro North 42 Extended Stay America - Portland - Tigard For a complete list of hotels and motels in Tualatin Valley, visit
tualatinvalley.org/hotels-motels/.
New Hotels Mean Even More Options to Stay and Play in Tualatin Valley
Hillsboro's newest hotel Staybridge Suites Hillsboro North (6225 NE Casper Court, Hillsboro; ihg.com/staybridge) is an 80-room, For the past couple years, Tualatin all-suite, extended-stay hotel, with Valley has experienced a hotel full kitchens, free breakfast and boom, with new hotels now open social happy hour, heated pool, for business, giving you even more exercise facility and all the amenioptions for places to stay in ties perfectly suited for the leisure Tualatin Valley. This boom is and business traveler. Located showing no signs of slowing as near the town of Helvetia, the more hotels are under construchotel is close to some of the area’s tion throughout the valley. best attractions, such as Topgolf, Rice Northwest Museum of Rocks Beaverton’s newest hotel, Marriott and Minerals, Helvetia Tavern, TownePlace Suites Portland Helvetia Winery and more. Beaverton (3900 SW 114th St., Bonus: The hotel is a short walk Beaverton; marriott.com) opened in from award-winning ABV Public the fall of 2018. Conveniently locat- House. ed near Oregon Highway 217, this 112-room, extended-stay, all-suite Coming soon in 2019 hotel features full kitchens, free • Staybridge Suites Hillsboro Wi-Fi, on-site laundry, free break• Hampton Inn Sherwood fast, fitness center, pool and more. • Home2 Suites Hillsboro Bonus: The new Cracker Barrel Old Country Store restaurant is located just steps from the hotel. tualatinvalley.org
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KILLIN WETLANDS NATURE PARK
Choose Your (Outdoor) Adventure Sure it’s a cliché, but in Tualatin Valley you really can pick your own adventure. We have rolling hills, wild canyons and just about everything in between. That means pretty much whatever outdoor activity gets you moving, you’ll be able to find it here.
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OUTDOOR RECREATION
Pedal & Paddle Your Way Through Tualatin Valley
Choose your own outdoor adventure: by foot, on two wheels or even by horseback. From paved paths to exhilaratingly rugged terrain, we welcome wildlife lovers, cyclists, hikers and strollers (both kinds). Outdoor activity is an integral part of the Tualatin Valley lifestyle, and we invite you to experience it your way at whatever pace you choose.
Cycling
BANKS VERNONIA STATE TRAIL/BUXTON TRESTLE
Discover your pedal potential. There’s a trail for all types of
Creek Trail’s seven-mile singletrack
cyclists in Tualatin Valley, from little
for technical riding will have cyclists Beaverton; thprd.org) has an off-road
tykes on tricycles to veteran riders
on cloud nine. Similarly, look
bike skills parks for bikers of all
on supped-up two-wheelers. No
through the verdant forest of L.L.
ages and skill levels. Eichler Park
matter the path you choose, your
Stub Stewart State Park (30380
features a pump track, a type of
time on Tualatin Valley trails will not
NW Hwy. 47, Buxton; 503-324-
terrain for sport cyclists with dirt
just be a ride, but a journey.
0606; oregonstateparks.org) to find an
berms and jumps.
impressive system of trails—includ-
Park (13710 SW Farmington Road,
There are many ways to move
Situated in the scenic Scoggins
ing a freeride skills park—waiting
through and experience Tualatin
Valley Park (50250 SW Scoggins
for you.
Valley’s natural wonders. There are
Valley Road, Gaston; 503-359-5732;
Intermediate and advanced riders
few modes, however, that are as
www.co.washington.or.us/Support_ Services/Facilities/Parks/Hagglake/),
will brake at the chance to ride the
transformative and rewarding as
Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway
pedaling your own path. A bike seat
follow the soft bends around Henry
(read more on page 38), a gor-
is, in fact, the best seat in the house
Hagg Lake. This popular lakeside
geous, yet challenging 50-mile
for viewing Tualatin Valley’s
path welcomes a gentle breeze and
(80km) ride through the Tualatin
splendor. For more cycling routes,
soft dappled light throughout its
Valley countryside and forests.
visit tualatinvalley.org/cycling-in-the-
25-miles (40km) of road cycling.
Closer to the urban center, the
tualatin-valley.
Seasoned cyclists invite the
lush meadows surrounding the
challenge of elevation shifts and
Rock Creek Trail (Hillsboro; 503-
Hiking
hilly peaks (ending with well-earned
645-6433; thprd.org) are an enchant-
Life is a series of steps. It’s baby
views of the lake below them).
ing backdrop for a family-friendly
steps and giant ones. It’s steps via
ride. The paved five-mile (8km) trail
leisurely strolls and steps taken by
ride done until they are covered in
Some cyclists don’t consider a
is long enough to feel accom-
sweeping strides. Make your steps
dirt. Those adventurous riders love
plished, but short enough that
in Tualatin Valley special. Bring your
the prime mountain biking at Gales
young cyclists won’t feel deterred
curiosity, your sense of wonder and
Creek Trail (oregon.gov/ODF). Gales
by the length. Beaverton's Eichler
a pair of comfortable shoes. tualatinvalley.org
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Revel in the mist of a waterfall. That
trees, are a nature-made remnant
Difficulty: Moderate
is what you will find along the
of the Tillamook Burn fires of
Fee: $5 day-use parking permit
Storey Burn Trail in the Tillamook
1933-51. Today, this area stands as a
required
State Forest. The trail is a downhill
striking statement of nature’s
trek flanked by Oregon’s signature
beauty and resilience.
Douglas firs hovering above you
Step into the mountains, the forest and the well-traveled paths of
and a verdant sword fern forest at
Trailhead: Hwy. 6 at milepost 35
Tualatin Valley’s favorite hiking trails.
your feet.
Distance: 11.4 miles (18km)
Each step will bring you closer to
Difficulty: Moderate
wildlife, gurgling creeks, a waterfall
Trailhead: Hwy. 6 to milepost 33, turn
or two, and your hiking companion.
north onto Storey Burn Road and
Connecting the Banks Vernonia
travel 1.8 miles to the trailhead sign
State Trail to L.L. Stub Stewart
Water Adventures
Distance: 4.3 miles (6.9km)
State Park, Hares Canyon is a trail
Going from the treetops to the
Difficulty: Moderate
lush with local fauna and well-
riverbanks, Tualatin Valley’s serene
marked guideposts. With views
waterways offer popular Oregon
As your steps connect you from
from the Oregon Coast Range, plan
pastimes of kayaking, canoeing and
one scenic place to the next, the
plenty of rest breaks. After all, the
stand-up paddleboarding.
Storey Burn Trail intersects with the
views are your reward for a hike
Gales Creek Trail. The Gales Creek
well done.
Trail includes more small waterfalls,
The Tualatin River is a quick escape to low-key outdoor adventure. The Tualatin River, a tributary
as well as a glimpse into Oregon
Trailhead: L.L. Stub Stewart State
of the Willamette River, runs
history with its forest of snags. The
Park (30380 NW Hwy. 47, Buxton)
through Tualatin Valley. This calm,
snags, which are standing dead
Distance: 2.8 miles (4.5km)
meandering river is a popular water way for kayaking, canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding, as well as for birding and wildlife viewing. This peaceful, meandering river moves slowly, making it as easy to paddle upstream as it is to paddle downstream. Advanced hikers can access the river’s spectacular Ki-a-Kuts Falls, a picturesque waterfall only accessible through a rugged hike through forests. (For a map of the Tualatin River Water Trail, see page 88.) Set in a peaceful valley with beautiful views of the forest and the Coast Range, Henry Hagg Lake (50250 SW Scoggins Valley Road, Gaston; www.co.washington.or.us/
support_services/facilities/parks/ hagglake/) provides a much needed retreat from the everyday. Fish, swim, water ski, or simply float and watch the clouds roll by. (Life jackets recommended and are available lakeside.) TILLAMOOK STATE FOREST/GALES CREEK 30
Variety is the cornerstone of the
views of the changing seasons. A
Tualatin Valley experience. When it comes to the outdoors, you will find variety not just in what you experience here, but also in how you experience it.
two-hour tour with seven zip lines
Zip Across Tualatin Valley
ensures ample time to take in the awe-inspiring views of Brunswick Canyon. The zip tour crew prides themselves on working with people of all abilities, backgrounds and— perhaps most notably—fears.
The great outdoors is an integral
Afraid of heights? There has
part of the Tualatin Valley lifestyle,
never been a better place to
but it is up to you how to experience
conquer your fear. Tree to Tree
it. Pick your element: the air or the water. Choose from aerial zip-line adventures that will make
Aerial Adventure Park (2975 SW Nelson Road, Gaston; 503-357-0109;
beat or a tranquil
tree2treeadventurepark.com) is a
river paddle that will
bona fide “play-
your heart skip a
soothe the soul.
ground in the trees.” Open March
TUALATIN RIVER
Zip-Lining Adventures Open year-round, Pumpkin Ridge
During Summer Months, Boat Rentals are as Easygoing as the River Itself
through November, the family-friendly zip-tour includes six zip-lines,
Zip Tour (22616 NW Pumpkin
six aerial rope courses, and 10
Ridge Road, North Plains; 971-371-
tree-top obstacles. For an extra
3895; pumpkinridgeziptour.com) is a
dose of adrenaline, take a jump from
favorite way to catch sweeping
the 65-foot-high bungee plunge.
Tualatin River Rentals: • The Tualatin Riverkeepers (tualatinriverkeepers.org) rents boats on a first-come, firstserved basis at Tigard’s Cook Park (17005 SW 92nd Ave., Tigard; 503-718-2591; tigard-or. gov). Rentals available FridaySunday, Memorial Day to Labor Day. • Alder Creek Kayak and Canoe (aldercreek.com) offers a range of gear rentals at Browns Ferry Park (5855 SW Nyberg Ln., Tualatin. Boat rentals available daily, June-October.
Henry Hagg Lake Rentals: • Rent your lake gear—including stand-up paddleboards, pedal boats, tubes and more—at the lake at Robinson Family Lake House (50250 SW Scoggins Valley Road, Boat Ramp C, Gaston, Oregon; 503-992-1080).
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Explore the Jackson Bottom
Living in a Birder's Paradise
Way, Beaverton; 503-629-6350;
Hillsboro Hwy., Hillsboro; 503-681-
thprd.org/facilities/nature/nature-center).
6206; jacksonbottom.org) along four
Nearly five miles of trails (1.5 miles/
miles of walking trails. The preserve
2.4km of which are paved and ADA
is home to native plants, wildlife
accessible) meander through
and indigenous and migratory
evergreen and deciduous forests
birds, such as bald eagles, egrets,
and near creeks, wetlands and ponds.
Vibrant bird and wildlife habitats
and red-tailed hawks. Visit the
provide naturalists opportunities to
Education Center to view an
Tualatin River National Wildlife
spot flora and fauna, as the valley is
authentic bald eagle’s nest, which
Refuge (19255 SW Pacific Hwy.,
home to more than 200 species of
was recovered from the wild.
Sherwood; 503-625-5944; fws.gov/
birds, dozens of species of mam-
Killin Wetlands Nature Park
A variety of habitats make up the
refuge/Tualatin_River/), a sanctuary for
mals, many species of reptiles and
(46280 NW Cedar Canyon Road,
indigenous and migrating birds,
amphibians and more.
Banks; oregonmetro.gov/parks/killin-
waterfowl and mammals. The
wetlands-nature-park) is Tualatin
refuge is one of a handful of urban
abundant in Tualatin Valley, with
Valley’s newest attraction. Walk the
national refuges, and walking trails
several natural parks and preserves
trails, observe wildlife and enjoy
include a one-mile trail open
offering unique access to visitors
the views of rolling hills and admire
year-round.
who want to see wildlife in their
the beauty of the “Doves in the
natural habitats. Bring your binocu-
Window” quilt block pattern.
Access to wildlife viewing areas is
lars, scopes and cameras and head
Note: For the protection of
Red-tailed hawks, blue heron,
wildlife, dogs, horses and other
out on a wildlife adventure to
deer, squirrels, rabbits and reptiles
pets are prohibited from these
explore, discover and commune
find refuge in the Tualatin Hills
nature and wildlife parks.
with nature. Sitting atop a mountain overlooking the valley is Cooper Mountain Nature Park (18895 SW Kemmer Road, Beaverton; thprd.org/
parks-and-trails/detail/cooper-mountainnature-park), a park noted for its mosaic of distinct habitats: oak and madrone woodlands, native prairies, and conifer forests. With 3.5 miles (5.6km) of trails, visitors may spot a host of rare and native wildlife. Fernhill Wetlands (1399 SW Fern Hill Road, Forest Grove; fernhillnts.org) boasts a variety of open water sources providing safe haven to eagles, hawks, herons and migrating waterfowl, as well as beavers, minks, otters and many other animals. Approximately 1.25 miles (2km) of trails takes visitors to two viewing shelters that overlook the peaceful refuge designed by world-renowned landscape designer, Hoichi Kurisu. 32
Nature Center (15655 SW Millikan
Wetlands Preserve (2600 SW
TUALATIN RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
GALES CREEK CAMPGROUND
emerald gem within Oregon’s
Hello, Starlight
• Hares Canyon Horse Camp,
camping options. The dense
located in L.L. Stub Stewart State
flora hangs low over the creek,
Park (Buxton; oregonstateparks.org;
which is a favorite fishing spot
available March to mid-October),
for a lazy afternoon.
offers universally accessible features that make horse
It starts with the campfire. After
For drive-up, hike-up and cycle-up
the marshmallows are roasted and
campgrounds, L.L. Stub Stewart
the embers are at a low glow,
State Park (30380 NW Hwy. 47,
that’s when it happens: the stars
Buxton; 503-324-0606;
State Forest (Cochran Road, 2.5
begin to sparkle in a way that feels
oregonstateparks.org; available yearround) offers a variety of campsite
miles west of Timber, Timber;
as though it’s just for you. From sleeping under the night sky to
options:
September), is a horse-friendly
stargazing out your window, we’ve got you covered.
• Reehers Camp in the Tillamook
503-357-2191; available Maycampground featuring equestri-
• Hikers can find hike-in sites deep into the park, while drive-in sites
Set up camp in the lush lands
camping easy.
an and non-equestrian campsites above the Nehalem River.
offer convenience.
between Portland and the Oregon
Pitch your tent in Tualatin Valley’s
Coast. The Tillamook State Forest
• Rustic wood cabins are ideal for
is one favorite nature destination
those who want to experience
stars. Spending some time in our
with multiple campgrounds:
the great outdoors with some
outdoors will give you the insider
extra amenities. Cabins include
Tualatin Valley experience. For
multiple bedrooms and the
more about camping in Tualatin
comfort of electricity.
Valley, visit tualatinvalley.org/camping.
• Browns Camp (Hwy. 6 Beaver Dam; 503-357-2191; available
campgrounds and sleep under the
April-October) along the Wilson River Highway (a.k.a. Highway
• RV travelers who like to camp
6) is a hub for ATV and
with the comforts of home can
4x4 enthusiasts.
camp in an RV site with full hookups.
• Gales Creek Campground (Wilson River Hwy. Milepost 35,
Equestrians, take advantage of not
Forest Grove; 503-357-2191;
one, but two full-service horse
available May-September) is an
camps in Tualatin Valley:
“ The fire is the main comfort of the camp, whether in summer or winter.” - Henry David Thoreau
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members of the National Golf Club). Just 20 minutes from downtown
Hello, Birdie
Portland, The Reserve Vineyards
golfredtail.com). This public, 18-hole championship golf course has won accolades for its 80-stall state-of-
and Golf Club (4805 SW 229th Ave., Aloha; 503-649-8191;
the-art practice facility, driving TOPGOLF HILLSBORO
range and instructional technology.
reservegolf.com) offers
Located in the
When it comes to golf, variety is key.
play on two distinct
Choose from prestigious courses
championship
Hillsboro is
that challenge your long game or
18-hole courses.
Meriwether National
meticulously manicured greens for
agricultural area of
Stately trees line
Golf Club (5200 SW
your short game. Whether you get a
the one-hundred
Rood Bridge Road,
bogey or an eagle, the fun is playing
acres of rolling terrain
on our peaceful greens. We invite
at Forest Hills Golf Course
you to experience our golf courses,
(36260 SW Tongue Ln., Cornelius;
course features 27 regulation
where everyone is welcome.
503-357-3347; golfforesthills.com),
holes—as well as foot golf!—and is
Hillsboro; 503-648-4143;
meriwethergolfclub.com). The
located among scenic farmland.
rich with a mix of open spaces,
Framed by spectacular vistas and
This course was carved out in 1927,
trees and ponds.
quiet surroundings, Pumpkin Ridge
making it one of the oldest in the
Golf Club (12930 Old Pumpkin
Pacific Northwest.
Ridge Road, North Plains; 503-647-
For high-tech play, look no
For a complete list of golf clubs, courses and putting greens in
4747; pumpkinridge.com) is home to
further than RedTail Golf Center
Tualatin Valley, visit tualatinvalley.org/
the Ghost Creek course and the
(8200 SW Scholls Ferry Road,
golf-and-more.
exclusive Witch Hollow (available to
Beaverton; 503-646-5166;
Don’t have time to hit the links? Topgolf Hillsboro (5505 NE Huffman St., Hillsboro; topgolf. com/us/hillsboro) is an ideal spot to get your golf fix. Grab a bite, a drink and test your swings in the temperaturecontrolled hitting bays.
“ I have a tip that can take five strokes off anyone’s game: It’s called an eraser.” – Arnold Palmer
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TOUR ROUTES & TRAILS
Scenic Rides: Trails and Tour Routes This is the Tualatin Valley experience – locals who love to meet visitors and talk about their passions. You’ll find great conversations about Oregon pioneers, organic produce, berry farming, and, of course, winemaking. Whatever your interest, you’ll find a warm welcome and friendly faces, just minutes away from Portland. We invite you to explore Tualatin Valley by foot, bicycle, car or horse. The pace is up to you.
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Here in our Oregon, we take our
featuring an abundance of farms
lush, scenic landscapes seriously.
and vineyards. In downtown Banks
So seriously, in fact, that we have a
is the trailhead for the popular
designated scenic byway, scenic
Banks-Vernonia State Trail, a
tour route and scenic bikeway all
21-mile (33km) car-free, rail-to-trail
here in Tualatin Valley! These state
pathway that leads to the town
-approved routes all have been
of Vernonia.
driven, tested and approved, and we can’t wait to share them
stop at Apolloni Vineyards (14135
with you.
NW Timmerman Road, Forest
Trees to Sea Scenic Byway One of Oregon’s newest designated scenic routes is the Trees to Sea
Grove; apolloni.com) and pick up a bottle or two of wine to commemorate your travels. Apolloni produces Italian-style wines that complement
TILLAMOOK CREAMERY
any visit to the coast. Enter the Tillamook State Forest,
guided tour, and the Blue Heron
Scenic Byway, which starts on
where you will soon come to the
French Cheese Company (2001
Highway 6 in the small town of
Tillamook Forest Center (45500
Blue Heron Road, Tillamook;
Banks, travels through the Tilla-
Wilson River Hwy., Tillamook;
blueheronoregon.com). Locally
mook State Forest, over the Oregon tillamookforestcenter.org) which houses
produced cheeses are the perfect
Coast Range, and leads straight to
interactive exhibits that tell the
complement to Apolloni wines!
the Oregon Coast. This 68-mile
stories of the area’s native tribes
(109km) drive showcases the
and early European settlers. The
Eats Along the Route
beauty of northwestern Oregon as
center also features a story of the
There are several places to stop
you drive from the valley through
historic Tillamook Burn, which
along the Trees to Sea Scenic Byway,
grand forests to the ragged coast-
through the hard work and dedica-
including two of Tualatin Valley’s
line of the Pacific Ocean.
tion of Oregonians, brought back
most under-the-radar (yet wildly
this thriving forest.
popular among those in the know).
Not-to-Miss Attractions Along the Route
city of Tillamook and venture to the
NW Wilson River Hwy., Gales Creek;
At the start of the byway is Banks,
Tillamook Creamery (4165 US-101,
outazablue.com) is a quaint restaurant
Oregon, an agricultural community
Tillamook; Tillamook.com) for a self-
situated on the Wilson River. Chef
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As you travel along Highway 6,
As you near the coast, stop in the
OutAZABlue Market Café (57625
Gabriel Barber works magic with a menu that changes with the seasons, and dishes made with locally sourced ingredients. The market side features snacks, wines, toiletries and other necessities for travelers. Also along the route is Coleman’s 9N Shady Rest (55660 NW Wilson River Hwy., Gales Creek). There is nothing “shady” about this restaurant, which is well known for its classic diner cuisine, such as chicken fried steak, meatloaf, open-faced turkey sandwiches and some of the best burgers on this side of the Oregon Coast Range. Learn more about the Trees to Sea Scenic Byway at tualatinvalley.org. See pages 84-85 for a map.
The Vineyard & Valley Scenic Tour Route
VINEYARD & VALLEY SCENIC TOUR ROUTE
signage, which will take you
made a comeback in this area, and
through rural communities and to
the tasting room at Helvetia
In Tualatin Valley, nature, agricul-
majestic scenic viewpoints, glimpse
Winery (23269 NW Yungen Road,
ture, history and wine are undeni-
a slice of life in the Oregon
Hillsboro; helvetiawinery.com) is
ably intertwined. Just minutes from
countryside along this rural driving
located in the 100-year-old former
nearby Portland, the Vineyard and
route, which showcases much of
house of Jacob Yungen, an early
Valley Scenic Tour Route showcas-
Tualatin Valley’s agricultural bounty.
Washington County winemaker.
es this special commingling of
In addition to farms, the route has
Further down the route, in the
attractions along its 60-mile
natural open spaces and scenic
community of Gales Creek, is
(96km) drive through the serene
viewpoints of the Cascade
Risdall Ranch Winery (6200 NW
Oregon countryside.
Mountains, including snowcapped
Gales Creek Road, Forest Grove;
Mt. Hood. The route also showcases
risdallranchwinery.com). This winery
day of discoveries, the Vineyard
the area’s historic sites, such as
boasts not only great wine, but an
and Valley Scenic Tour Route offers
pioneer cemeteries.
awesome Christmas shop, as well.
Best to be enjoyed during a full
a day of lush rural adventures. Stop
A few more miles down the route,
at diners, wineries, nurseries, u-pick
Wine Along the Route
in the community of Dilley, is
farms and farm stands, while
The hamlet of Helvetia starts the
Montinore Estate (3663 SW Dilley
experiencing Tualatin Valley's
northern part of the route. Prior to
Road, Forest Grove; montinore.com).
warm hospitality.
Prohibition, this area was known as
Established in 1982, this estate
“Grape Hill” due to its cottage wine
vineyard winery is the second
The Route at a Glance
industry. Most grapevines that
largest producer of biodynamic
Follow the Vineyard and Valley
existed at the time were destroyed
wines in the United States.
Scenic Tour Route via directional
during Prohibition. Today, wine has tualatinvalley.org
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Not-to-Miss Attractions Along the Route
Eats Along the Route
Learn more about the Vineyard and
One bite out of a Helvetia Tavern
Valley Scenic Tour Route at
Explore the grounds of the Old
(10275 NW Helvetia Road, Hills-
tualatinvalley.org. See pages 84-85 for
Scotch Church (30685 NW Scotch
boro) burger, and you will see why
a map of the Vineyard and Valley
Church Road, Hillsboro;
it continually lands on the top 10
Scenic Tour Route.
oldscotchchurch.org) and view the
list of best burgers in the Portland
interpretive panel, which provides a
region. This legendary hamburger
historical perspective about the
hot spot is home to the juicy
earliest settlers in Washington
“jumbo burger.” Bring your appe-
Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway
County, from the Atfalati tribe to the
tite and some cash, because the
If traveling on two wheels is your
arrival of early European settlers.
tavern doesn’t take cards.
thing, the Tualatin Valley Scenic
On the southern end of the route
Bikeway is the way to go. As avid
is Scholls, a former sawmill town
check out Midway Firehouse Pizza
cyclists are compelled to pedal
that is now home to many of
(14805 SW Hillsboro Hwy., Hills-
outside of their hometowns and
Tualatin Valley's most well-known
boro; midwayfirehousepizza.com). This
into new, exciting locations, many
farms. Smith Berry Barn (24500
firehouse-themed restaurant
find the perfect ride along the
SW Scholls Ferry Road, Hillsboro;
honors our first responders with
50-mile (80km) Tualatin Valley
smithberrybarn.com) occupies the site
pies such as "Hot Fireman,"
Scenic Bikeway. Intermediate and
of a former canning facility. Today,
"Smokejumper," and "Hook
advanced riders love not only the
the site is a bustling u-pick berry
and Ladder."
bikeway, but also the intriguing
and apple farm and country store,
Across the street from Smith
spots along the way.
and an interpretive panel
Berry Barn is the South Store Café
illustrating the rich agricultural
(24485 SW Scholls Ferry Road,
Rood Bridge Park (4000 SE Rood
history of Tualatin Valley is
Hillsboro; southstorecafe.com), a
Bridge Road, Hillsboro) and
installed here. Not far from the
popular local spot featuring
continues along nearly 30 miles
barn is Rowell Brothers Berry
housemade soups, salads,
(48km) of scenic farmlands. The
Farm (24100 SW Scholls Ferry
sandwiches, pastries and
final stretch of the bikeway takes
Road, Hillsboro; rowellbros.com), a
coffee drinks.
you along the Banks-Vernonia
berry u-pick farm.
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For a hot and cheesy pizza,
This 50-mile (80km) trail starts at
State Trail (trailhead located at NW
DUYCK’S PEACHY PIG FARM
Banks Road at New Sellers Road,
Nearby, the resting place of influen-
Knoll is Blizzard Wines (29495 SW
Banks; oregonstateparks.org), a 21-mile
tial Oregon pioneers from the 1700s
Burkhalter Road, Hillsboro;
tree-lined multi-use trail. With 12
can be seen at the Lewis Pioneer
blizzardwines.com; open Friday-
bridges and two railroad trestles,
Cemetery (near Burkhalter Road).
Sunday), one of the newest
this pastoral path takes you
The vast farmland features a
wineries in the valley. The tasting
through a stretch of open glades of
couple of u-pick farms, both from
room boasts spectacular views of
the green, pine-scented forests and
pioneering farming families in the
the Chehalem Mountain and tasty
across babbling streams. Some of
region. Duyck’s Peachy Pig Farm
red wines.
the area’s best wildflower and
(34840 SW Johnson School Road,
wildlife viewing is waiting for even
Cornelius; peachypigfarm.com) is a
sites, cycling in the northern
the most casual of adventurer.
farmstand and u-pick farm offering
direction of the route will unveil the
Rent or repair a bicycle at Banks
Beyond wine, farms and historical
seasonal u-pick and “already
natural beauty of Fernhill Wetlands
Bicycles (14175 NW Sellers Road,
picked” fruits and veggies. Just a
(1399 SW Fern Hill Road, Forest
Banks; call for hours, 503-596-
tad down the street from Duyck’s is
Grove; fernhillnts.org). The wetlands
2433; banksbicycles.com) located at
Unger Farms (34880 SW Johnson
include bike and pedestrian trails
the trailhead of the Banks-Vernonia
School Road, Cornelius; 971-285-
for exploring, making for easy bird
State Trail.
7507; ungerfarms.com), a farm, store
watching adjacent to the
and café that sells fresh berries,
Tualatin River.
Attractions Along the Route
produce, jams and gourmet foods,
With easy navigation in place, cyclists
as well sweet and savory treats.
can channel their energy toward
Speaking of pioneers, right on
The northernmost portion of the bikeway continues on to the 21-mile, car-free Banks-Vernonia
enjoying the historical and agricultur-
the route is Oak Knoll Winery
State Trail. This portion of the
al bounty surrounding them.
(29700 SW Burkhalter Road,
Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway is
Hillsboro; 503-648-8198;
suitable for all ages and abilities.
A history lesson on wheels, journey past the arrestingly beauti-
oakknollwinery.com; open daily), one
ful sight of the Old Farmington
of the area’s pioneering wineries.
Learn more about the Tualatin Valley
Schoolhouse (at the intersection of
Today, this winery produces a wide
Scenic Bikeway at tualatinvalley.org.
SW Rood Bridge Road and SW
variety of red and white varietals,
See pages 86-87 for a map of
Burkhalter Road), a one-room
as well as its signature berry wines.
Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway.
schoolhouse from the 1800s.
A stone's throw away from Oak tualatinvalley.org
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CAPTAIN’S STAR - DEMMIN FARM
Exploring History via Quilt Art: Tualatin Valley’s Quilt Barn Trail The nostalgia, heritage and history
while creating accessible public art
order whatever you needed…
of Tualatin Valley is illustrated by
and showcasing the art of quilting.
including your home. This long-
the barns and buildings that make
The Stories of the Quilt Barns
quilt block at Taghon Century Farm
Washington County. The trail is made up of nearly 60 hand-painted
A 1940s-era barn serves as the
Cornelius). The property includes
wood blocks affixed to barns and
ideal location for the “Crossed
several buildings from the original
buildings in rural Tualatin Valley.
Canoes” quilt block, located at
farm, as well as the Sears Modern
Each block has been hand-painted
Browns Ferry Park (5855 SW
Home.
in traditional quilt patterns, often
Nyberg Ln., Tualatin). Behind the
telling a story about the farm where
barn is the peaceful Tualatin River,
(35105 NW Zion Church Road,
it’s located. The patterned blocks
and the boat launch is nearby.
Cornelius; bloomingjunction.com/ wp)
up the Quilt Barn Trail of
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gone era is commemorated by the
along the trail highlight the valley’s
In the early 1900s, the Sears
agricultural and historical heritage,
catalog was the go-to place to
(1645 NW Cornelius-Shefflin Road,
Blooming Junction Nursery
celebrates the art of the flower with the “Black-Eyed Susan” block. Visit
the nursery for an up-close look at the farm’s many colorful flowers. The owners of A Blooming Hill Vineyard and Winery (5195 SW Hergert Road, Cornelius;
abloominghillvineyard.com) celebrate their New York roots with a "New York Beauty" block. This colorful block is among the most unique on the trail, plus you can visit the tasting room and sample some of their Oregon wines. Birds are given their due at Unger Place (10300 NW Gordon Road, Cornelius) with the quilt block “Tweet Sanctuary,” named for the site’s cedar trees that attract lots of birds, especially the red-winged blackbird, which is commemorated on the block. Woodpeckers also get the quilt block treatment at the Davidson Farm (16511 NW Davidson Road, Banks). Designed by local artist
DOUBLE WEDDING RING - PLUM HILL VINEYARDS & WINERY
Allison Rogers, the block, titled “Pileated Woodpeckers,” adorns
perfectly illustrates the vibrancy of
homage to the pattern created by
the barn on this century-old farm.
this farm, which grows and markets
women crossing the Oregon Trail.
The bright “Sunflower” quilt block
vegetables, fruits and nuts.
The “Eight-Pointed Star” at 2476
at Sun Gold Farm (6995 NW Evers
The "Double Wedding Ring"
Road, Forest Grove; sungoldfarm.com)
block is prominently displayed at
SW Old Highway 47 in Forest Grove was also inspired by the Oregon
Plum Hill Vineyards
Trail, as well as the “Covered
(6505 SW Old Hwy. 47,
Wagon” at 3150 NW Thatcher Road
Gaston; plumhillwine.
in Forest Grove, in honor of the
com). This romantic
farm’s owner’s great-grandfather
pattern has been
who came westward along the
around since the
Oregon Trail.
1920s, and is used here
Please note that Quilt Barn Trail
to commemorate the
is meant to be a driving route, and
marriage of the
several quilt barns are located on
property's owners.
private property, and access may
The Oregon Trail is
be limited.
an ongoing theme for
STAR OF MANY POINTS - VUYLSTEKE FARM
some of the quilt
For more information, or to request
blocks. The “Hovering
a Quilt Barn brochure, visit
Hawks” block at the
tualatinvalley.org/quilt-barn-trail, or visit
Simpson Century
the Westside Quilters Guild at
Farm (31535 SW
quiltbarnswc.blogspot.com.
Simpson Road,
See pages 84-85 for a map
Cornelius) pays
outlining the quilt barns. tualatinvalley.org
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ALLORO VINEYARD
Old Favorites & New Discoveries Pinot Noir put Oregon wine on the map, but did you know that dozens of other varietals are grown and made here? Whether your taste runs to the tried-and-true or the newest trends in winemaking, Tualatin Valley is the perfect place for your wine-centered adventure.
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in the northern Willamette Valley, Tualatin Valley is a wine growing area rich in Laurelwood soils, which
It’s the Soil that Makes Tualatin Valley’s Wine Spectacular
Meet Pinot Noir and Dozens of our Other Varietals
give our wines a unique and
Sure, Pinot Noir put Oregon
delectable flavor profile. From the
wine on the map, but it’s also
northern Chehalem Mountains to
the many other varietals that
the base of the Oregon Coast
our vintners are producing that
Range, you will find hillside vine-
are attracting wine lovers to
yards that produce a variety of
our wine country.
grapes from the terroir made up from these unique soils. The ease of life that’s characteris-
Here in Tualatin Valley, varietals such as Auxerrois, a white wine grape widely grown
tic of Tualatin Valley doesn’t stop
in the Alsace wine region, and
when you reach our wineries. We
Albariño, grown mostly in Spain
invite you to meet our winemakers,
and Portugal, may be tasted
enjoy relaxed conversation in a
alongside popular red wines,
truly beautiful setting, and, of
such as Merlot and Pinot Noir.
course, to try our world-class wines.
Riesling and Chardonnay are
The 33 wineries in Tualatin Valley
growing in popularity here, while
offer a wide variety to suit every
some wineries are experiment-
palate and budget. So whether you
ing with other lesser-known
want to enjoy your favorite varietal
varietals such as Nebbiolo, Tocai
or discover something new, Tualatin
Friulano, and Schönburger.
Valley’s vineyards are the perfect
WINERIES
Located in the Tualatin River Basin,
When it comes to wine in
place to share the beauty and
Tualatin Valley, experience more
bounty of Oregon’s wine country.
than Pinot Noir.
DAVID HILL VINEYARD & WINERY tualatinvalley.org
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• “Covered Wagon” block,
Quilt barns + Wine + Unexpected Pleasures
1196; abloominghillvineyard.com). This
Century Farm (3150 NW Thatcher
winery showcases a “New York
Road, Forest Grove)
Beauty” quilt barn, honoring the owners of the vineyard and winery
• An “Eight-pointed Star” pattern
who hail from the state of New
at the former L-Bar-T Bison
York. During business hours,
Ranch (43465 SW Hiatt Road,
sample A Blooming Hills selection
Forest Grove)
of wines, including the white blend,
Art and wine go hand-in-hand. Not
“Mingle.” (Open Friday-Sunday,
just for the elite, here in Tualatin
At Plum Hill Vineyards (6505 SW
12-5:30 p.m., or by appointment;
Valley art and wine are accessible
Old Hwy. 47, Gaston; 503-359-
tasting fee, $9)
to all who seek it. Tour the bucolic
4706; plumhillwine.com) sample wine
and welcoming rural Tualatin Valley
and enjoy the Double
and see the quaint quilt pattern
Wedding Ring quilt
artworks painted on “quilt barns”
pattern of the
while traveling to wineries in the
winery’s quilt barn,
heart of the Tualatin River basin.
while sampling Pinot
Finally, as you continue your journey, make sure to look for the following quilt barns:
Noir, Syrah and “Red
• A traditional
Start your journey in Forest Grove,
Velvet” dessert wine.
“Cross” pattern at St.
and as you explore Tualatin Valley's
Set in a farmhouse,
rural landscapes along a portion of
built on a historic dairy
the Quilt Barn Trail toward the first
farm. This dog-friendly
winery, keep an eye out for the
tasting room—complete with an
following barns:
outdoor dog run features red and
• “Butterfly Block” pattern at
Peter’s Lutheran Church (4265 SW Golf Course Road, Cornelius) • The colorful “Sunflower” block at
white varietals, and just introduced
the Blooming Nursery Farm
its newest varietal, Schönburger.
(4800 SW Golf Course Road,
VanderZanden Farm (2603 NW
(Open Monday–Saturday, from 11
Cornelius)
Hwy. 47, Forest Grove)
a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 12-5 p.m.; winter hours may vary; tasting
• A colorful “Sunset Block” at Nussbaumer Barn (40500 NW Osterman Road, Forest Grove)
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Hergert Road, Cornelius; 503-992-
depicting the Oregon Trail at
fees, $10) Next, travel to A Blooming Hill Vineyard and Winery (5195 SW
• A “Corn” block commemorating the history of the farm at Scholz Farm (2728 SW Golf Course Road, Cornelius)
By Appointment Only While most wineries in Tualatin Valley have regular tasting room hours, these wineries are open only by appointment or during special events (including Thanksgiving Wine Weekend and Memorial Day Wine Weekend). Freja Cellars (16691 SW McFee Pl., Hillsboro; 503628-0337; frejacellars.com) is a family-operated vineyard and boutique winery established in 1998. Freja produces Pinot Noir in the COOPER MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS
classic Burgundian tradition. (Open by appointment only and during special events) west. The Cooper Mountain philos-
The Science of Sustainability: Biodynamic Wines
Oregon has been the leader in
ophy is to craft authentic wines
Gresser Vineyard (37245
with minimal intervention while
SW Nature Dr., Cornelius;
respecting the soils and climate
503-679-3497; gresservineyard.
they originate from, resulting in
com) is a small, family-owned
excellent organic and biodynamic
vineyard and winery
wines. (Tasting room open noon to
established in 1998,
5 p.m.; tasting fee, $15)
specializing in estate-grown
Montinore Estate (3663 SW
Pinot Noir. (Open by
sustainable growing practices for
Dilley Road, Forest Grove; 503-359-
decades. These practices include
5012; montinore.com) is an organic
techniques such as incorporating
and biodynamic vineyard and
Six Peaks Winery (19495
cover crops, using natural fertilizers
winery, located outside of Forest
Vista Hill Dr., Hillsboro;
and pesticides to ensure native
Grove. Montinore holds high
503-628-2986; sixpeakswine.
habitats, watershed quality and
standards in sustainable agriculture
com) also known as J. Albin
wildlife are protected, and to hold
and careful craftsmanship and is
Winery, Six Peaks Winery is
to a high standard of worker health
committed to creating balanced
a small, family-owned
and safety practices.
wines that are true to the vineyard’s
boutique winery in Hills-
Visit Tualatin Valley’s two biody-
appointment only)
characteristics. Nestled near the
boro. The winery specializes
namic and organic wineries and
foothills of the Oregon Coast
in producing handcrafted,
sample wines that are not only great
Range, Montinore has an impressive
estate-grown Pinot Noir,
tasting, but are also eco-friendly.
and diverse selection of organic
Pinot Gris, Rosé and spar-
varietals, including Pinot Noir, Pinot
kling wines. (Open by
(20121 SW Leonardo Ln., Beaverton;
Gris, Gewürztraminer, and Riesling.
appointment or during
503-649-0027; coopermountainwine.
(Open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; tasting
special events)
com) was the first certified biody-
fee, $10 - $15)
Cooper Mountain Vineyards
namic winery in the Pacific Northtualatinvalley.org
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Old Vines Make Great Wines The Tualatin Valley has been an
Forest Grove. He also planted an
another of the region's oldest and
assortment of white wine grapes,
most respected vineyard sites in
such as Gewürztraminer, Pinot
Oregon’s Willamette Valley. Wine
Blanc and Riesling, which are still
grapes from this 145-acre vineyard
on the property today. While Coury
have produced world-renowned
no longer owns the property, his
wines for more than 40 years.
legacy and contributions to Oregon
Today, the site is owned by
wine remain. (Open daily 11 a.m. to
Oregon's largest winemaker,
5 p.m.; tasting fee, $10)
Willamette Valley Vineyards, which
important part of the history of
The vines located at Risdall
Oregon. Some of the Pinot Noir
Ranch Winery (6200 NW Gales
historic vineyard. (Open Saturday–
vines remain among the oldest in
Creek Road, Forest Grove; 503-357-
Sunday, from noon to 5 p.m.;
the Willamette Valley,
6604; risdallranchwinery.com)
including one vineyard
date back to 1973 and
that was one of the
were planted by
first—if not the first—
tasting fees, $10–15) Planted in 1973, the 7.25 acres of vineyards at Ruby Vineyard and
original owners Harvey
Winery (30088 SW Egger Road,
Pinot Noir planted in
and Miki Shafer of
Hillsboro; 503-628-7829;
the Tualatin Valley
Shafer Vineyard
rubyvineyard.com) produces premium
more than 50 years ago.
Cellars. In 2016, the vineyard and winery were
David Hill Vineyard Winery
sold, and today, Risdall Ranch
Pinot Noir from some of the oldest own-rooted vines in the Chehalem Mountains. Enjoy the picturesque
(46350 NW David Hill Road, Forest
makes its own estate-grown wines,
views of Mt. Hood and taste Pinot
Grove; 503-992-8545 / 877-992-
including Pinot Noir, Chardonnay,
Noir from Old Vines, as well as
8545; davidhillwinery.com) boasts
Riesling and a Christmas mulled
Chardonnay and Rosé of Pinot Gris.
some of the oldest vines in the
wine (Glüwein). (Open Thursday-
Its new tasting room is a cozy,
Willamette Valley. Oregon wine
Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; tasting
homey place to relax and share
pioneer Charles Coury arrived in
fee, $8)
tastes of wine. (Hours vary by
1965 and planted Pinot Noir grapes
Tualatin Estate Vineyard (10850
season; open Wednesday-Sunday,
with root stock from Alsace and
NW Seavey Road, Forest Grove;
11 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed Monday and
Burgundy, and cultivated these
503-357-5005; wvv.com/Visit-Us/
Tuesday; tasting fee, $15)
Pinot Noir clones on the property in
Tualatin), established in 1973, is
RISDALL RANCH WINERY 46
still produces wines from this
OAK KNOLL WINERY
Unique Varietals: Explore the Unexpected
RAPTOR RIDGE WINERY
Raptor Ridge Winery (18700 SW
cotta amphorae, an ancient Greek
Hillsboro Hwy., Scholls; 503-628-
and Roman vessel used to make
8463; raptorridgewinery.com) is making
wine. The result is rich, compelling
waves with its exceptional take on
and textured wines. (Open Fri-
unique varietals. This venerable
days-Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.;
winery, which has been producing
winter hours may vary; and by
wine for more than 20 years, has
appointment; tasting fee, $15)
never shied away from producing
Oak Knoll Winery (29700 SW
Old World varietals. Tempranillo,
Burkhalter Road, Hillsboro;
Grüner Veltliner, and Auxerrois—
503-648-8198 / 800-625-5665;
varietals not commonly found in
oakknollwinery.com) is one of Oregon’s
the northern Willamette Valley—are
pioneering wineries. Established in
Many wine makers throughout
among the favorite varietals here.
1970, early vintages were a variety
Oregon are inspired and influenced
(Open daily 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., open
of grape and fruit wines, a tradition
by the styles, varietals and
until 5 p.m. on Friday and Saturday;
the founding family’s second-gen-
winemaking techniques from the
hours may vary by season; tasting
eration continues to this day. Oak
“Old World.” Taste what happens
fee, $20)
Knoll has a diverse variety of
when the “Old World” pairs with
Beckham Estate Vineyard
wines—including Riesling, Pinot
Oregonian winemaking on this tour
(30790 SW Heater Road, Sherwood;
Gris, Pinot Noir, and sweet red
of unique varietals.
971-645-3466; beckhamestatevineyard.
wines. This is the only place in the
com) has employed an ancient
Tualatin Valley where you will find
technique to produce some of its
the delicious nectar of berry wines.
limited-production wines. Potter
(Open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.;
and winemaker Andrew Beckham
summer hours may vary; tasting
creates his own handcrafted, terra
fee, $5) tualatinvalley.org
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A Taste of Italy
internationally acclaimed wines in
northern part of the Tualatin River
its modern tasting room, which
Basin, provides an ideal growing
overlooks the majestic and
climate for Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris
sustainably farmed Avellana
and Pinot Blanc varietals. Apolloni,
Vineyard. (Open daily 11 a.m. to 5:30 in its love for Italian varietals, also Inspired by Italy, these wineries
p.m.; tasting fee, $20)
grows and produces Pinot Grigio,
transport you to the Bel Paese, the
Sangiovese and Nebbiolo. (Open
beautiful country. Spectacular
daily, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; tasting
views and exquisite wines are the
fee, $10)
hallmarks of these Tualatin Valley
Alloro Vineyard (22075 SW
wineries. Saluti.
Lebeau Road, Sherwood; 503-6251978; allorovineyard.com) features a
Ponzi Vineyards (19500 SW
Tuscan-inspired tasting room
Mountain Home Road, Sherwood;
overlooking its vineyard estate.
503-628-1227; ponziwines.com) has
Perched in the Chehalem
made an indelible mark on
Mountains, the cozy tasting room
Oregon’s wine industry. Established
and impressive views are the
in 1970, this family-owned winery—
Apolloni Vineyards (14135 NW
perfect pairing for Alloro’s delicate
now run by the second generation
Timmerman Road, Forest Grove;
wines, which includes Pinot Noir,
of winemakers—incorporates Italian
503-330-5946; apolloni.com)
Riesling and Chardonnay. For a
varietals in its diverse assortment
specializes in the sustainable
treat, try the dessert wine, Vino
of wines: Arneis and Dolcetto. Set
production of traditional Pinot Noir
Nettare, which means nectar wine.
atop a Northwest facing Chehalem
and Italian-style wines. Apolloni’s
(Open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and by
Mountains slope, taste Ponzi’s
40-acre vineyard, located in the
appointment; tasting fee, $20)
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ELK COVE VINEYARDS
Rosé All Day
In recent years Rosé has skyrocket-
estate-grown Pinot Noir using
elkcove.com) is continuing the
certified sustainable farming
tradition of producing excellent
practices. Patton Valley specializes
Pinot Noir with the second
in Pinot Noir, as well as other
generation of winemakers at the
Varietals, including Rosé. (Open
helm. Founded in 1977, this family-
Thursday–Monday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.;
run vineyard and winery sits atop a
tasting fees, $10)
knoll with breathtaking views of
Kramer Vineyards (26830 NW
vineyards and the valley, where you
ed in popularity in Oregon. So
Olson Road, Gaston; 503-662-
can sample Elk Cove’s Pinot Noir
much so, that each July, Patton
4545; kramerwine.com) is located just
Rosé. (Open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.;
Valley Vineyard hosts the Drink
outside Washington County, not far
tasting fee, $15)
Pink Festival, featuring 25 Oregon
from Elk Cove. Founded in 1984,
Rosé wine producers, in honor of
Kramer Vineyards also is a two-
Winery Ln., Beaverton; ponzivineyards.
this quintessential summer wine. If
generation family business, and
you can’t make the fest, you can
produces a diverse—and unique--
com/Visit/Historic-Estate; hamacherwines. com) is an artisan wine producer of
still enjoy the summer sips of Rosé
variety of wines. Do you like your
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Riesling,
at these tasting rooms.
Rosé dry or sparkling? Kramer
and, yes, Rosé. Each spring,
Hamacher Wines (14665 SW
Vineyards offers both! (Open daily,
Hamacher hosts an open house
Patton Valley Vineyard (9449 SW
April through October, from 11:00
celebrating the release of its Rosé,
Old Hwy. 47, Gaston; 503-985-
a.m. to 5 p.m.; tasting fee, $10—$15)
complete with food pairings. (Open
Elk Cove Vineyards (27751 NW
Wednesday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5:00
3445; pattonvalley.com) is focused on producing fine hand-crafted,
Olson Road, Gaston; 503-985-7760; p.m.; tasting fee, $20) tualatinvalley.org
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ARDIRI WINERY & VINEYARDS
Wineries with a View Sometimes the best pairing is a
50
1982, Helvetia Winery is housed in a
result is lush, flavorful wines that
quaint farm cottage, where guests
artfully blend the complementary
can taste the winery’s Pinot Noir,
tastes of the two different wine
Gewürztraminer and Riesling.
regions. (Open Friday & Saturday, 11
(Open February through December,
a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5
Friday–Sunday, from 12-5 p.m.;
p.m. and by appointment; tasting
tasting fee, $10)
fee, $20)
Ardiri Winery & Vineyards
Visitors to the tasting room at
glass of wine and an amazing view.
(35040 SW Unger Road, Cornelius;
Blizzard Wines (29495 SW Bur-
When it comes to views, these
503-628-6060; ardiriwine.com), known
khalter Road, Hillsboro; 503-334-
wineries are notable for their
for its stunning views, frequently
8832; blizzardwines.com) rave about
incredible views.
appears on lists of Oregon wineries
the views here. With panoramic
with great views. Enjoy the post-
views of the valley, Blizzard’s new
Located in the foothills of the
card-perfect views of the Chehalem
tasting room is elegantly bathed in
Tualatin Mountains and surrounded
Mountains and Mt. Hood at the
white and cream colors, which pair
by Douglas fir trees, forests and
indoor/outdoor tasting room,
well with its big red wines and
vineyards, Helvetia Winery (23269
complete with fireplaces and fire
delicate Pinot Noir. (Open Fri-
NW Yungen Road, Hillsboro;
pits. This estate winery features wine
day-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.;
503-647-7596; helvetiawinery.com)
crafted from the grapes grown in
tasting fee, $15)
provides a unique pastoral wine
vineyards in the Tualatin Valley, as
A stone’s throw from Blizzard is
tasting experience. Established in
well as Napa Valley, California. The
Dion Vineyard (33155 SW Riedweg
Road, Cornelius; 503-407-8598;
Riesling and Chardon-
dionvineyard.com). Situated in the
nay. Enjoy the panoram-
Chehalem Mountains, overlooking
ic views from The
rolling hills and facing west, the
Piazza patio, complete
sunsets here are spectacular. For
with a fireplace and
more than 30 years three genera-
heaters. (Open daily,
tions have grown premium Pinot
from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.;
Noir, Pinot Gris and Chardonnay in
tasting fee, $20)
Dion’s 60-acre vineyard. Grapes
Settle into the cozy
grown in Dion’s sustainable vineyard
tasting room or the
are used by a variety of wineries
outdoor patio at Hawks
throughout Oregon, as well as in its
View Cellars (20210 SW
own estate wines. (Open Fri-
Conzelmann Road,
day-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.,
Sherwood; 503-625-
April-November)
1591; hawksviewcellars.
Another winery that often appears com) for views that will on “best of” lists for its views is
blow you away. Nestled
Blakeslee Vineyard Estate (20875
in the Chehalem
SW Chapman Road, Sherwood;
Mountains, this
503-625-6902; blakesleevineyard.com).
boutique winery and vineyard
purchased the property in 2017, and
Blakeslee has been producing wine
overlooks the valley below and
specializes in estate-grown Pinot
for more than a decade, and
boasts the perfect view of Mt.
Noir. (Open daily, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.;
focuses on sustainable practices,
Hood. Hawks View is owned by the
tasting fee, $20)
resulting in acclaimed Pinot Noir,
Ponte Family Estate, which
HELVETIA WINERY
BLAKESLEE VINEYARD ESTATE tualatinvalley.org
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503-389-0619; abbeycreekvineyard.com), lio includes Chardonnay, Pinot Gris,
Welcome to Our Main Street Tasting Rooms
Located in the heart of the city center, these wineries eschew the
the first African-American owned
Tempranillo, Pinot Noir, and more,
winery in the state. Abbey Creek
all made with sustainably farmed
produces handcrafted, premium
grapes sourced from vineyards
wine, with grapes grown at its
throughout the Pacific Northwest.
vineyard located just miles from the
Old Town Sherwood is home to
winery and tasting room. (Open
the tasting room for Rallison Cellars
Saturday and Sunday, from noon to
(16079 SW Railroad St., Sherwood;
5 p.m.; tasting fee, $10)
503-347-9173; rallisoncellar.com), a
In downtown Hillsboro’s main
boutique winery located on Parrett
view to focus on their wines and the
core is the newest winery in Tualatin Mountain. Here, visitors can taste
experience of an urban wine experi-
Valley: D’Anu Tasting Room and
Rallison’s wide variety of small-pro-
ence, without all the trappings of
Wine Bar (173 NE 3rd Ave., Hills-
duction wines, including Sauvignon
a big city.
boro; 503-746-4773; danuwines.org).
Blanc, Chardonnay, Viognier, and
Named after a Celtic goddess,
Albariño, as well as Pinot Noir.
D’Anu crafts its wines with “Alaskan
(Open Thursday-Sunday, 12-6 p.m.;
drag sits Abbey Creek Winery (31441
spirit and an Oregonian sense of
tasting fee, $10)
NW Commercial St., North Plains;
Mother Earth.” D’Anu’s wine portfo-
On the city of North Plains’ main
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Wineries at a Glance
Abbey Creek Winery31441 NW Commercial St., North Plains, OR 97133; abbeycreekvineyard.com; 503389-0619; open Saturday-Sunday, 12-5 p.m.
D'Anu Wines 173 NE 3rd Ave., Hillsboro, OR 97124; danuwines.org; 503-746-4773; open TuesdaySaturday, 3-9 p.m.
Oak Knoll Winery 29700 SW Burkhalter Road, Hillsboro, OR 97123; oakknollwinery.com; 503-6488198; open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
David Hill Vineyard & Winery 46350 NW David Hill Road, Forest Grove, OR 97116; davidhillwinery.com; 503-992-8545; open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Patton Valley Vineyard 9449 SW Old Hwy. 47, Gaston, OR 97119; pattonvalley.com; 503-985-3445; open Thursday-Monday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Plum Hill Vineyards 6505 SW Old Hwy. 47, Gaston, OR 97119; plumhillwine.com; 503-359-4706; open daily; hours vary
Alloro Vineyard 22075 SW Lebeau Road, Sherwood, OR 97140; allorovineyard.com; 503-625-1978; open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Dion Vineyard 33155 SW Riedweg Road, Cornelius, OR 97113; dionvineyard.com; 503-407-8598; open Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (April-November)
Apolloni Vineyards 14135 NW Timmerman Road, Forest Grove, OR 97116; apolloni.com; 503-3593606; open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Elk Cove Vineyards 27751 NW Olson Road, Gaston, OR 97119; elkcove.com; 503-985-7760; open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ardiri Winery and Vineyards 35040 SW Unger Road, Cornelius, OR 97113; ardiriwine.com; 503-6286060; open Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Freja Cellars 16691 SW McFee Pl., Hillsboro, OR 97123; frejacellars.com; 503-628-0337; open by appointment
Rallison Cellars 16079 SW Railroad St., Sherwood, OR 97140; rallisoncellar.com; 503-347-9173; open Thursday-Sunday, 12-6 p.m.
Gresser Vineyard 37245 SW Nature Dr., Cornelius, OR 97113; gresservineyard.com; 503-679-3497; open by appointment
Raptor Ridge Winery 18700 SW Hillsboro Hwy., Newberg, OR 97132; raptorridgewinery.com; 503-628-8463; open daily; hours vary
Hamacher Wines 14665 SW Winery Ln., Beaverton, OR 97007; hamacherwines.com; 503-628-1910; open Wednesday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Risdall Ranch Winery 6200 NW Gales Creek Road, Forest Grove, OR 97116; risdallranchwinery.com; 503-357-6604; open ThursdayTuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed January)
Beckham Estate Vineyard 30790 SW Heater Road, Sherwood, OR 97140; beckhamestatevineyard.com; 971-645-3466; open Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Blakeslee Vineyard Estate 20875 SW Chapman Road, Sherwood, OR 97140; blakesleevineyard.com; 503-625- Hawks View Winery 20210 SW 6902; open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Conzelmann Road, Sherwood, OR 97140; hawksviewcellars.com; 503-625Blizzard Wines 29495 SW 1591; open daily, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Burkhalter Road, Hillsboro, OR 97123; blizzardwines.com; 503-3348832; open Friday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. A Blooming Hill Vineyard & Winery 5195 SW Hergert Road, Cornelius, OR 97113; abloominghillvineyard.com; 503-992-1196; open Friday-Sunday, 12-5:30 p.m. Cooper Mountain Vineyards 20121 SW Leonardo Ln., Beaverton, OR 97007; coopermountainwine.com; 503-649-0027; open daily, 12-5 p.m.
Helvetia Winery 23269 NW Yungen Road, Hillsboro, OR 97124; helvetiawinery.com; 503-647-7596; open Friday-Sunday, 12-5 p.m. Kramer Vineyards 26830 NW Olson Road, Gaston, OR 97119; kramervineyards.com; 503-662-4545; open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Montinore Estate 3663 SW Dilley Road, Forest Grove, OR 97116; montinore.com; 503-359-5012; open daily, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Ponzi Vineyards Winery 19500 SW Mountain Home Road, Sherwood, OR 97140; ponzivineyards.com; 503-628-1227; open daily, 11 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Ruby Vineyard & Winery 30088 SW Egger Road, Hillsboro, OR 97123; rubyvineyard.com; 503-6287829; open Wednesday-Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Six Peaks Winery (formerly J. Albin Winery) 19495 Vista Hill Dr., Hillsboro, OR 97123; sixpeakswine.com; 503-628-2986; open by appointment Tualatin Estate Vineyard 10850 NW Seavey Road, Forest Grove, OR 97116; wvv.com/Visit-Us/Tualatin; 503-357-5005; open SaturdaySunday, 12-5 p.m.
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VERTIGO BREWING
Take a Tualatin Valley Beercation Beer in Tualatin Valley is a big deal. With nearly two dozen breweries in the valley alone, it’s a part of the vast Portland region beer lovers call a “Beervana.” Portland is one of the top cities for craft breweries, and Tualatin Valley’s proximity to this famous beer city has its perks.
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Binary Brewing Company is now
Peat" Scottish ale and the "Plan B"
Take a beercation to Tualatin Valley
brewing at Uptown Market (6620
pale ale, please many palates.
and explore the diversity of tastes
Scholls Ferry Road, Beaverton;
(Open daily)
of Oregon beer. It can be a little
503-336-4783; uptownmarketpdx.com).
intimating to find and drink beer
Tualatin Valley's newest brewery is
here because there are so many
a start-up craft brewery that is
options. Many taprooms have
developing new beers and
dozens of beers available and craft
revitalizing classic styles
breweries rarely only make one
for modern tastes and
style of brew. IPAs rule here, but
features craft beers
brewery and
stouts and porters (even better
named for high-tech
taproom located
when infused with locally roasted
influences, such as
close to the trailhead
coffee), ambers, reds and pilsners
the "CTRL-ALT-DEL
and wheats are easy to find at
Stout." (Open daily)
these local craft breweries.
The New Kids on the Block
Deep Space Brewing is a family-friendly brewery
The bicycle-themed Hop Cycle Brewing Company (13965 NW Main St., Banks; hopcyclebrewing.com)
BREWERIES & SPIRITS
We've Got the Brews
brews hand-crafted seasonal ales, porters, and stouts at its new
to the BanksVernonia State Trail. (Open Thursday-Monday) 12-11 Brewing is a "nano
located inside of Out of This World
brewery" now brewing at Smock-
As a craft beer destination, Tualatin
Pizza (6255 NW Century Blvd.,
ville Brewhouse (22793 SW Pine St.,
Valley is growing and these additions
Hillsboro; 503-629-8700;
Sherwood; 503-610-1506; smockville-
to the local brew scene continue the
deepspacebrewing.com). The malt-
brewhouse.com). The brewery's slate
Oregon tradition of hand-crafted and
forward styles of Deep Space's
of beers include IPAs, a pale wheat
innovative beverages.
galactic brews, such "Marshian
ale, porters, saison and more.
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Let's Hear it for the Masters
using fruit from nearby grape-
handful of beers, ranging from
Tualatin Valley plays a significant role
vines and the Barn Owl Bitter—
golden to Cascadian dark to extra
in Oregon’s craft beer origin story, as
named after the farmstead’s
strong bitter ales. (Open Tuesday-
these venerable breweries illustrate.
hooting inhabitants.
Sunday; ages 21 and older only) New to beer? Vertigo Brewing
Hailed as the founding father of
• John Barleycorns (14610 SW
(21420 NW Nicholas Ct., Suite D-6,
Oregon craft beer, Art Larrance, is
Sequoia Pkwy., Tigard; 503-684-
Hillsboro; 503-645-6644; vertigobrew.
still making waves with Cascade
2688; mcmenamins.com) was the
com) may be the perfect starter
Brewing's signature sour beers.
first McMenamins brewpub to be
location. The Apricot Cream Ale
Sample these pucker-inducing ales at
built from the ground up. Its
offers a taste of mellow fruit, and
The Lodge at Cascade Brewing (7424
six-barrel, on-site brewery is
the fruity Razz Wheat is a must-try.
SW Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy., Port-
visible from the public dining area. Seasoned and discriminating beer
land; 503-296-0110; lodgeatcascade.com).
drinkers also will find the perfect
Not that into sour beers? The Lodge • Oak Hills Brewpub (14740 NW
brew here. (Open Monday-Saturday;
also features Cascade's rotating list
Cornell Road, Portland; 503-645-
ages 21 and older only)
of beers, including IPAs and pilsners
0286; mcmenamins.com), is adored
and more.
for the colorfully painted fermen-
brewing style, Waltz Brewing (1900
tation tanks of the on-site brew-
A St., Forest Grove; 503-536-7693;
For more than 30 years, McMenamins
ery, affectionately dubbed
waltzbrewing.com) features a great
has been an integral part of Oregon’s
“Captain Neon’s Fermentation
variety of beers on tap that
craft brewery scene. Today, it
Chamber." This brewery originat-
represent the Pacific Northwest's
operates 26 breweries, where each
ed some of McMenamins’ most-
brewing styles, from hearty IPAs to
batch is handcrafted, bringing out
loved brews.
robust coffee porters. (Open
the unique qualities of each brewery
Tuesday-Saturday; ages 21 and
It's All About Beer Here
and individual brewery.
If you favor Pacific Northwest
older only)
The tap list is the only menu needed • Cornelius Pass Roadhouse &
at these breweries, as beer is the only
Imbrie Hall (4045 NW Cornelius
thing they serve. These taprooms are
Pass Road, Hillsboro; 503-640-
for adults 21 and older only.
6174; mcmenamins.com/CPR) reclaims a pioneer homestead of the 1850s There’s not an IPA in site at
the craft beverage scene in
into a rustic-chic brewery, distill-
Ambacht Brewing (1060 NE 25th
Oregon and onto many tap lists
ery and eatery. The brewery
Ave., Suite B, Hillsboro; 503-828-
throughout the region. Tualatin
pumps out some McMenamins
1400; ambacht.us). Ambacht uses
Valley’s contribution to the
classics, like the Old Samhain—
local and unique ingredients, such
craft cider scene is Xylem Cider
as cherries, ginger and
Works (14991 SW Tuala-
even matzah, to create
tin-Sherwood Road, Ste. 203,
its Belgian-style ales.
Sherwood; 503-862-3413;
(Open Wednesday-
xylemcider.com). Xylem opened in
Sunday; ages 21 and
early 2018, and showcases a
older only)
diverse array of ciders crafted
The diversity of brews
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Eye on Cider Hard cider has exploded onto
with ingredients sourced within
at Three Mugs Brewing
100 miles. Committed to
Co. (2020 NW Aloclek
sustainability, Xylem’s cidery
Dr., Suite 108, Hillsboro;
and brews embrace the beauty,
971-322-0232;
culture and flavors of the
threemugsbrewingco.com)
Pacific Northwest. (Tasting
will be sure to satisfy
room open Thursday-Sunday;
any beer drinker. Try a
hours vary)
town Beaverton showcases ExNovo’s flagship and seasonal brews, and brings tasty Detroit-style pizza to the region. For a complete list of taprooms and brewpubs through the Tualatin Valley, visit tualatinvalley.org/eat-drink/
breweries-taprooms.
Find Your Spirit in Tualatin Valley
WALTZ BREWING
It’s been more than 80 years since the end of Prohibition, and Oregon
Craft Brews and Tasty Grub
and IPAs to porters and stouts—and
has blossomed into a leader of
In Tualatin Valley, many of our
some surprises in between—this brew
craft beer, full-bodied wines and
breweries also run their own
pub will keep you "hoppy."
well-aged spirits. While the local
restaurants; a successful combina-
(Open daily)
craft spirits scene in Tualatin Valley
tion. These family-friendly establishments are open to all ages.
Taste the ever-popular "Mr. Toad's
is small, it’s big in tastes with a
Wild Red" at The Old Market Pub &
handful of producers that make or
Brewery (6959 SW Multnomah Blvd.,
taste their wares here. (Sorry, kids,
The worldly brews of Ancestry
Portland; 503-244-2337; drinkbeerhere.
these tasting rooms are for adults
Brewing (20585 SW 115th Ave.,
com). Old Market is known for its
21 and over only)
Tualatin; ancestrybrewing.com) are a
innovative brews, such as the "Hot
Big Bottom Distilling (21420
must-try here. Scottish Red, English Tamale," infused with fresh habanero
NW Nicholas Ct., Ste. D-9; Hillsboro;
Mild, Irish Red and Russian Imperial
bigbottomdistilling.com) is a full-fledged
Stout are just some of the hand-
and jalapeño peppers. (Open daily) If rounded, American-style,
distillery and its line includes
crafted beers found at this brewery.
hop-forward beers make your
bourbon, whiskey, gin and brandy.
(Open daily)
mouth water, head to Ridgewalker
(Tasting room open Saturday, 12-4
Brewing (1921 21st Ave., Forest
p.m., or by appointment)
Bethany Public House (4840 NW Bethany Blvd., Portland; 971-371-
Grove; ridgewalkerbrewing.com). IPAs
2954; bethanypublichouse.com) offers
rule the roost; however, Ridgewalker
Durham Road, Ste. 100; Tigard;
four of its own craft brews at its
has perfected its stouts, ambers
indiospirits.com) has been produc-
brew pub just outside of Beaverton.
and browns. (Open daily)
ing distilled spirits since 2004 (as
Red ale, IPA, and porters are just
For seasonal and experimental
Rose City Distilling (7272 SW
Indio Spirits), and produces
some of the styles you may find on
brews, try Stickmen Brewing
whiskey, vodka, rum, as well as
tap. (Open daily)
Company Tualatin Beer Hall (19475
fun specialty spirits. (Tasting
When searching for a second
SW 118th Ave., Ste. 1, Tualatin;
room open Thursday-Sunday)
location for its brewery, FlyBoy
stickmenbeer.com/home-beer-hall).
Brewing (15230 SW Sequoia Pkwy.,
Stickmen features a long list of
Ridge Town Center, 12325 SW
Tigard; 971-317-0137; flyboybeer.com)
award-winning craft brews—includ-
Horizon Blvd., #215, Beaverton;
chose Tualatin Valley. Sample
ing barrel-aged and nitro—and
steindistillery.com) originated in
Stein Distillery (Progress
FlyBoy's signature craft brews, such serves pizza from its wood-fired
Joseph, Oregon, and was Eastern
as Kölsch, Imperial IPA, and fruit
pizza oven, the perfect pairing.
Oregon’s first micro-distillery. The
beers. (Open daily)
(Open daily)
tasting room in Beaverton
The beers at Max’s Fanno Creek
Tualatin Valley’s newest brewpub
features a variety of spirits,
Brew Pub (12562 SW Main St., Tigard; is Ex Novo Brewing Co. (4505 SW
including whiskey, bourbon,
503-624-9400; fannocreekbrewpub.com)
Watson Ave., Beaverton; exnovobrew.
vodka, rum and cordials. (Open
come in all tastes. From golden ales
com). This spot in Historic Down-
Tuesday-Saturday) tualatinvalley.org
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FOREST GROVE FARMERS MARKET
Sink Your Teeth Into This You’re invited to reap the bounty of Tualatin Valley’s agricultural lands. Here you will find something truly special. You’ll find a kind greeting and easy conversation with a farmer. You’ll find flavorful berries and apples at farms where you pick your own fruit. You’ll find a wide assortment of locally produced goods at a friendly farmers market.
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In our Oregon, a trip to a farmers
evenings, mid-June through
(sherwoodmarket.blogspot.com;
market feels decidedly special. It's
August). These joyful markets
Saturdays, May-September)
not only an outdoor market, it's a
feature locally grown produce, live
features several local farms, food
festive atmosphere where you can
entertainment, classic car displays,
and artisan crafts vendors, and
chat with the farmer, learn why
regional crafts and more.
showcases live music from local
eating honey is good for you, or
Main Street Forest Grove gets
musicians.
gain some fun farm facts. It's also a
into the festival-like atmosphere on
place where you can get cooking or
Wednesday evenings for the
Additional markets, which are small
gardening tips.
weekly Forest Grove Farmers
in size, but big on taste, include:
The Beaverton Farmers Market
Market (adelantemujeres.org/fg-farmers-
(beavertonfarmersmarket.com; Satur-
market/; Wednesdays from May
• Aloha Community Farmers
days from February through
through October). On the first
Market (Thursdays, May-
November) is the granddaddy of
Wednesday of each month, Main
September)
Tualatin Valley’s farmers markets.
Street becomes extra fun with
Visitors will find locally grown fruits
downtown merchants opening their
and vegetables, artisan foods, jams,
doors for evening festivities, such
(Saturdays and Sundays, May-
pastas and handcrafted wine, beer
as wine tastings, live music and arts
October)
and cocktails created from locally
and crafts vendors.
produced spirits. During the summer months, Main
On Sundays, the Tigard Farmers Market (tigardfarmersmarket.org;
Street Hillsboro is transformed into
Sundays, May-October) welcomes
an outdoor festival with two
farms and artisans to showcase
markets during the peak season:
their goods. Fresh veggies and
Hillsboro Saturday Farmers'
fruits, honey, jerky, and more take
Market (hillsboromarkets.org; Satur-
over downtown Tigard.
days from April through October)
Each Saturday, Old Town
and Hillsboro Tuesday Marketplace
Sherwood sets the stage for the
(tuesdaymarketplace.org; Tuesday
Sherwood Saturday Market
BEAVERTON FARMERS MARKET
AGRICULTURE
Straight from the Farm: Farmers Markets
• Bull Mountain Farmers Market
• Cedar Mill Farmers Market (Saturdays, May-October) • Orenco Station Farmers Market (Sundays, April-October) For a complete list of farms and farmers markets, visit tualatinvalley.
org/farmers-markets.
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Berries, Lavender, Peaches, Apples and More: Seasonal Guide to Tualatin Valley Farms From April through December, various crops are ready for picking throughout Tualatin Valley. From berries to pumpkins, the agricultural areas of the region provide fun and memorable hands-on experiences for visitors of all ages. With this handy guide, see what’s in season.
June-August: It’s a Berry Good Time for Berries June usually marks the start of berry season, with strawberries the first out of the gate. Sweet Albions and the cute, stout and juicy Hoods are the darlings of Oregon’s strawberry world. When summer is in full swing, several varieties of blueberries, blackberries and raspberries make an appearance,
SMITH BERRY BARN
keeping Tualatin Valley rich in berries until late August or later.
Pick a bushel of blueberries at
check website for hours and
Ferry Road, Beaverton; 503-628-
availability)
5418; hoffmanfarmsstore.com). This
With dozens of varieties to
farm grows several varieties of
choose from, take your pick of
berries, including strawberries,
berries and end your visit perusing
tayberries, blueberries and more.
the country store and sipping on a
Visit the farm store for ready-
berry shake at Smith Berry Barn
picked berries, berry jam, kettle
(24500 SW Scholls Ferry Road,
corn and freshly baked pies from
Hillsboro; smithberrybarn.com). Open
the on-farm bakery. (Open May-
nearly year-round, this farm also
October; check website for hours
offers u-pick tomatoes, apples,
and crop availability)
pears and more. (Open Febru-
Berries are the crop-du-jour at Rowell Brothers U Pick Or We Pick (24100 SW Scholls Ferry Road,
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summer. (Open June-September;
Hoffman Farms (22242 SW Scholls
ary-December; check website for hours and crop availability) Grab a bucket and pick your own
Hillsboro; rowellbros.com). The Rowell
strawberries at Unger Farms (34880
family has been tending this farm
SW Johnson School Road, Cornelius;
for more than 170 years, and they
ungerfarms.com) then order a sweet
know berries. The farms’
treat at the Berry Café and browse
blackberries, blueberries,
the gift items in the store. (Open
boysenberries, marionberries and
June-September; check website for
raspberries ripen throughout the
hours and crop availability)
June-July: Lavender Fields in Bloom
SW Scholls Ferry Road, Hillsboro;
persimmons and apples. (Open
The fresh, relaxing scent of lavender
503-628-2775; oregonheritagefarms.com)
July-October; check website for
fills the valley air during the mid-
is a 250-acre commercial apple
hours and crop availability)
summer months. Journey through
orchard. No u-pick is available here,
bucolic farmland to visit these
but you can buy ready-picked
For a complete list of farms, visit
lavender farms. From your visit, take
apples—10 varieties are grown
tualatinvalley.org/farms-and-markets.
home a bundle of freshly cut
here—and apple cider made from
lavender, dried and culinary laven-
the estate-grown apples. (Open
der, oils, soaps and bath products.
daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; August-
With more than 1,000 plants, lavender-infused products and a
Oregon Heritage Farms (22801
November) The family-owned Jossy Farms
This farm also has cherries, quince,
Pick a Peck of Pumpkins
tea pavilion, Helvetia Lavender
(31965 NW Beach Road, Hillsboro;
During the month of October,
Farm (12814 NW Bishop Road,
jossyfarms.com) is a best-bet for u-pick
the Tualatin Valley is awash in
Hillsboro; helvetialavenderfarm.com) is
Bartlett pears, tart Gravenstein
shades of orange. No, it's not
a popular stop for everything
apples and sweet Earligold
just the changing leaves of the
lavender. (Open weekends in June
apples. (Open June-September;
trees, it's the many pumpkin
and July; check website for hours
check website for hours and
patches that beckon you to visit.
and crop availability)
crop availability)
For a quick stop, pull into
Peaches, plums and pears are just
Roloff Farms (23985 NW Grossen Dr., Hillsboro;
Jackson School Lavender (10400
the tip of the iceberg at Sherwood
therolofffamily.com/farm). Best
NW Jackson School Road, North
Orchards (23995 SW Pacific Hwy.,
known for its nationally
Plains; jacksonschoollavender.com) and
Sherwood; sherwoodorchards.com).
televised series, "Little People,
choose from many varieties of
Big World," the farm offers a
lavender to create the perfect
carnival-like atmosphere
bouquet. (Open late-June through
complete with pumpkins.
late-July; check website for hours
Plumper Pumpkin Patch (11435 NW Old Cornelius Pass
and crop availability)
Road, Portland; plumperpumpkins.
At Mountainside Lavender (17805 SW Hillsboro Hwy.,
com) also provides a festive
Hillsboro; mountainsidelavender.com)
experience in October with its
Choose from more than 20 varieties
mazes, slides, tire garden and
of lavender available for u-cut. The
obstacle course, as well as
farm store also sells distilled
hayrides and more. Lee Farms (21975 SW 65th
lavender and other farm-made lavender products. (Open June-
Ave., Tualatin; 503-638-1869;
July; check website for hours and
leefarmsoregon.com) transforms
crop availability)
into a pumpkin paradise each fall, with a corn maze, hay rides,
August-November: Pick a Peck of Pears and Apples
pony rides, barrel wagon rides
As summer gives way to early
popular are Lee Farms’
autumn, stone fruits are at their
signature apple cider donuts
ripest. Peaches, pears and plums
and pumpkin donuts. (Open
are in season now and it’s time to
daily, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., May-
and so much more. Even more
December)
visit a u-pick farm to pick your own or buy ready-picked treats.
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Farm Finds: Alpaca Wool and Holiday Shops
Here in Tualatin Valley, farms aren’t
Hillsboro; alpacas.com). A portion of
just a place to pick up produce. Find
each sale of alpaca products goes
one-of-a-kind gift items, alpaca
to the Quechua Benefit, a nonprofit
yarn and other fun farm finds.
organization dedicated to help the Quechua people of Peru. (Open
Alpaca Yarn Creations
year-round, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.
Visit the barn store at Alpacas of
to 5 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 11
Oregon (21345 SW Aebischer
a.m. to 4 p.m.)
Road, Sherwood; 503-348-6954;
alpacasoforegon.com). This full-service
Holiday Goods
alpaca farm and store features
The Christmas Store at Risdall
alpaca wool yarn, fiber and hand-
Ranch (6200 NW Gales Creek Road,
knit items. Cozy up to a shawl,
Forest Grove; risdallranchwinery.com) has
poncho, vest, or sweater, lovingly
thousands of unique holiday orna-
knit using alpaca yarn. (Open
ments and European handcrafted
Saturday, 12-5 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m.)
holiday décor, including whimsical
Stoneberg Alpacas Farm Store (28700 SW Farmington Road, Hillsboro; stonebergalpacas.com) is a
Thursday-Tuesday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.) For more than 30 years Sleighbells
quaint country store, with a fun and
Farm and Gift Shop (23855 SW
fashionable selection of soft socks,
195th Pl., Sherwood; 503-625-6052)
shawls, gloves and hats. Cuddle up
has been the go-to shop for holiday
with a plush stuffed toy of an
décor and Christmas trees. As the
alpaca, appropriately made with
name suggests, this two-story store
soft alpaca wool. (Open Wednes-
features mostly Christmas décor,
day-Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.)
but also boasts a large selection of
Find all things alpaca at
Halloween and Thanksgiving décor.
Northwest Alpacas/Paca Paradise
(Open daily, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., July
Ranch (11785 SW River Road,
1st through December 23rd)
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German smokers. (Open year-round,
TAX-FREE SHOPPING
BEAVERTON FLEA MARKET
It's Never Tax Time Here Three words: No. Sales. Tax. Add the allure of free parking and it’s no mystery why shopping is one of Tualatin Valley’s prime attractions. What you will find here are two premium shopping centers to satisfy bargain hunters and fashionistas. Boutiques, big-box shops and more will satisfy your desire to shop ‘til you drop.
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WASHINGTON SQUARE
Big-ticket Items, Tax-Free Savings The open-air, European-style
when you shop for big-ticket items
Bridgeport Village (7455 SW
that means big savings! As the
Bridgeport Road, Tigard; bridgeport-
premier shopping destination in
village.com) features a unique blend
Oregon, Tualatin Valley has the big
of national retailers, including
names, the trendy shops, and the
Oregon’s only Saks Off 5th location.
must-get items. Plus, parking is
Excellent restaurants, a day spa,
ALWAYS free!
and a first-run multiplex movie
(19350 NW Emma Way, Hillsboro;
theater provide the makings for a
streetsoftanasbourne.com) is an
full day of exploration.
outdoor shopping center chock-
Oregon’s premier destination shopping center is Washington Square
Cedar Hills Crossing is home to nationally known retailers and a recent expansion added new shops and restaurants. • The Streets of Tanasbourne
full of big-name stores and
(9585 SW Washington Square Road,
In addition to destination shopping
acclaimed local and regional
Tigard; shopwashingtonsquare.com).
centers, the Tualatin Valley has
restaurants, providing for a
This indoor mall boasts more than
several smaller shopping centers
pleasant daytime or evening
170 retail stores, including Coach
that cater to the community with
shopping and dining experience.
and an Apple Store, five anchor
storefront parking and easier
stores—and the largest Nordstrom
access to stores for those who may
may receive visitor savings
in Oregon—and high-quality restau-
only want to shop at a couple
passes, which are good at
rants. Washington Square also has a
of stores.
both Tualatin Valley Macy’s
bonus for international visitors. Insider Tip: Washington Square
Insider Tip: Macy’s shoppers
locations at Washington Square
currency exchange kiosk on-site, a
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largest independent bookstore.
There is no sales tax in Oregon, and
• Cedar Hills Crossing (3205 SW
and The Streets of Tanasbourne.
Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton;
Learn more at visitmacysusa.com/
offers additional perks to out-of-
cedarhillscrossing.com) is notable for
visitor-savings-pass.
town visitors. For more information
the only non-Portland location of
about visitor savings, visit shop
the storied Powell’s Books, a
For more tax-free shopping, visit
washingtonsquare.com/VisitorIncentives.
smaller version of the country’s
tualatinvalley.org/shopping.
The Thrill of the Hunt: Antiques and Specialty Shops
• Aficionados of European and American post-modern furnishings will delight at the finds at Rose City
Experience the thrill of the hunt, the
Modern (12675 SW 1st St.,
excitement when you discover a rare
Beaverton), which houses a
find, a collectible that reminds you
satisfying collection of
of your youth, or the perfect me-
furniture and accessories.
mento of your Tualatin Valley trip. These antique and specialty shops
For Fans of Estate Sales
are ideal for those on the hunt for
Antique furniture, kitchen
something unique. Antique, vintage
wares, collectibles, clothing,
and collectibles shops are abundant
jewelry and more are what’s
here. Each shop has its own vibe,
in stock at these fine stores.
collections and genre of items.
For Fans of Midcentury Modern
• Le’Stuff Antique Mall (234 E. Main St., Hillsboro; 503-640-9197;
If you are mad for goods from the
lestuffantiques.com) is one of
mid-1900s, look no further than
Tualatin Valley’s largest
downtown Beaverton, where a
antique shops, with more than
duo of shops are popular stops
5,000 square feet of treasures.
CURIOSITIES
among hunters and seekers of vintage goods.
perfect Tualatin Valley souvenir or heartwarming gift. These shops fit the
• The Railroad Street Antique Mall
bill when it comes to unique goods.
(16167 Railroad St., Sherwood; • Curiosities (12705 SW
503-625-2246;
• The makers studio and artists
Beaverdam Road, Beaverton;
railroadstreetantiques.weebly.com) is a
collective, Perks of Art (384 E.
503-646-8653; curiositiesvintage.
haven for antique lovers, with
Main St., Hillsboro; perks-of-art.
com) showcases high-quality
collectibles from eras of long ago.
com), showcases local artisan
antiques, retro, mid-century and vintage treasures.
pieces, ranging from handcrafted • Beaverton's Union Vintage
products to fine arts.
(12725 SW Canyon Road, Beaverton; 321-289-9101) is a
• Beaverton's newest shop, Spool
cornucopia of steals and deals at
& Pen (12604 SW Farmington
this industrial-style shop with
Road, Beaverton; spoolandpen.com)
vintage signs, lamps and other
features handcrafted home
fun finds.
decor, jewelry, bags, cards and paper goods.
• Also in Beaverton, The Vault (12680 SW Farmington Road,
• Stylish décor is the specialty of
Beaverton; thevaultvintageboutique.
White Birch Design Company
com) specializes in high-end
(207 E. Main St., Hillsboro;
vintage clothing and accessories
whitebirchdesignco.com), where
from the '40s, '50s and '60s,
you’ll find one-of-a-kind pieces
each piece is curated specifically
for your home.
for the shop. For more inspiration, visit
For Fans of Artisan Markets ROSE CITY MODERN
tualatinvalley.org/shopping.
Handmade, artisan goods make the tualatinvalley.org
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RICE NORTHWEST MUSEUM OF ROCKS AND MINERALS
Explore the Arts and Culture of Tualatin Valley From the canvas to the stage, Tualatin Valley is an artist’s enclave. Learn about the world around you at a world-class museum. Enjoy the top-notch performances of professional actors. Discover the visual works of local artists, or simply create your own work of art. It is all possible here.
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diversity of Tualatin Valley’s story,
It’s no wonder that museums begin
the Washington County Museum
with the prefix “muse” as visiting
(17677 NW Springville Road,
these houses of intrigue provide an
Portland; 503-645-5353;
endless spring of inspiration. The
washingtoncountymuseum.org) includes
relics stored inside our museums
exhibits on the area’s rich past and
are just as wondrous as the sights to be seen outside of their walls,
Dedicated to showing the
CLASSIC AIRCRAFT AVIATION MUSEUM
throughout the rest of Tualatin
exciting future. Visitors leave with a better understanding of the deep heritage and multicultural tapestry
Valley. The museums here celebrate
fossils and petrified wood at this
all forms of geekdom, ranging from
Smithsonian-affiliated museum.
geology to history to motorsports.
Walk through the rooms of the
the Classic Aircraft Aviation
Pick your passion and let the
unique 1953 ranch-style house to
Museum (3005 NE Cornell Road,
exhibits be your muses.
see the literal gems of the region.
Hillsboro; 503-693-1414) is an
The museums of Tualatin Valley
ARTS & CULTURE
Museums That Move You
Rev your engine for World of
of the region. Adjacent to the Hillsboro Airport,
up-close-and-personal experience
will move you—perhaps even
Speed (27490 SW 95th Ave.,
as the museum is a working hanger
tectonically speaking at the Rice
Wilsonville; 503-563-6444;
with dozens of vintage planes. This
Northwest Museum of Rocks and
worldofspeed.org). The museum drives, non-traditional museum keeps
Minerals (26385 NW Groveland Dr.,
flies and floats visitors through the
non-traditional hours; so, please
Hillsboro; 503-647-2418;
story of motorsports culture in the
call prior to visiting.
ricenorthwestmuseum.org). Whether or
United States and beyond. Hands-
not you’ve ever had a rock
on exhibits provide an exhilarating
For more museums to include on
collection, all will be impressed by
simulation of what it’s like to be a
your own itinerary, visit tualatinvalley.
this collection of gems, rocks,
race car driver.
org/museums.
WORLD OF SPEED tualatinvalley.org
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Let’s Get on with the Show You’ll hear “break a leg” quite often in Tualatin Valley as multiple plays,
stage” quite literally with unique performance venues. Venues may
musicals and other live performances a Broadway Rose Theatre
include an outdoor space or a bar
debut each month. Three acclaimed Company (broadwayrose.org) show.
where the actors drink beside you.
professional theater companies
The award-winning professional
The broken “fourth wall” provides
lead the way for thought-provoking
theater company produces a mix of
an experience instead of merely a
theater experiences. Additionally, a
classic Broadway hits, as well as
performance.
robust community theater scene
new works from up-and-coming
showcases the immense local talent
composers. The company’s
on spotlight with the Beaverton
and creativity of Tualatin Valley’s
renowned yearly youth theater
Civic Theatre (beavertoncivic
actors and artists.
program rightly celebrates the next
theatre.org). The community theater
generation of actors and audiences.
company has a seat for theatergoers
In its new home at The Vault
Family-friendly classics are often
Theatre, Bag&Baggage Productions Raising the curtain for well over 20
big and small, young and old. The
(bagnbaggage.org) provides an intimate years, Broadway Rose Theatre
company also debuts a few lesser
black-box venue for professional
Company has well-earned its title
known gems each year for its
theater. Plays range from raucous
as the Portland region’s premier
grownup crowd.
farces to provocative retellings of
musical theater company.
classic stage shows. No matter the
Experience Theatre Project
script, Bag&Baggage Productions
(experiencetheatreproject.org) takes
promises a fresh take on it.
Shakespeare’s “all the world’s a
BROADWAY ROSE THEATRE COMPANY
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It is not uncommon for audience members to dance in their seats at
For more live theater options, visit
tualatinvalley.org/performing-arts.
ART ON BROADWAY
VALLEY ART GALLERY
Relish the Arts As artists of the region know, the
The heart of Beaverton’s histori-
Be Your Own Artist
beauty of Tualatin Valley can be
cal district is home to decidedly
Tualatin Valley’s do-it-yourself
expressed through many mediums.
modern art. Right along the quaint
studios have professional
Galleries throughout the valley are
downtown street, Art on Broadway
artists on-hand to lead you
yet another way to see and
(12570 SW Broadway St., Beaver-
through the steps to creating a
experience the rich texture, history
ton; artonbroadway.net) exhibits new
masterpiece of your very own.
and spirit of the Pacific Northwest.
work from both local and
Live Laugh Love Art (9160
award-winning artists. Each month,
SW Hall Blvd., Tigard; 503-244-
Craft (8245 SW Barnes Road,
the gallery celebrates newly exhibit-
7811; livelaughloveglass.com) has
Portland; ocac.edu) is a point-of-
ed artists with a free reception.
private and group workshops
The Oregon College of Art and
pride for Tualatin Valley. How could
Since 1966 in historic downtown
for all types of art forms,
it not be? The school—and its
Forest Grove, more than 200 artists
including glassblowing and
esteemed Hoffman Gallery and
from the Pacific Northwest have
welding. Make a reservation
Centrum Gallery—are a thriving,
shown their art at Valley Art Gallery
and challenge yourself to learn
creative pulse throughout the
(2022 Main St., Forest Grove;
a new artistic skillset.
Oregon arts community.
valleyart.org). While you’ll find some
Tualatin Valley’s newest
high-brow art on the gallery’s walls,
painting studios–Wine & Design
Art (Pacific University, 2043
Valley Art also celebrates street art
(18041 SW Lower Boones Ferry
College Way, Forest Grove; pacific.
as it hosts September’s annual
Road, Tigard; wineanddesign.com)
The Kathrin Cawein Gallery of
edu/arts/cawein-gallery-art) is located in Chalk Art Festival.
and Escape and Paint (12830
the heart of the Pacific University
SW Canyon Road, Beaverton,
campus. This small gallery presents
Please visit TVCreates.org for more
escapeandpaint.net)–offer painting
free art exhibits throughout the
comprehensive information about
classes to allow you to express
academic year featuring works of
the arts and arts programs in
your personal artistry.
notable artists, as well as works by
Tualatin Valley.
faculty, alumni and students. tualatinvalley.org
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NAK WON
Eat Global. Stay Local. Variety is the hallmark of our Tualatin Valley food scene. There’s something for everyone here, including an abundance of casual cafés, restaurants and brewpubs. For the truly adventurous, Tualatin Valley is home to the region’s best ethnic eateries, while more conventional tastes will be satisfied with great burgers and the coffee shops and cafés.
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DINING & RESTAURANTS
Global Dining Our destination has made a name for itself in food circles for its wealth of authentic and exotic foods, from meals inspired by the agricultural bounty of the Willamette Valley to trendy global cuisine. With hundreds of restaurants at your fingertips, you’re never far from a savory and satisfying meal. From sweet treats to exotic cuisine, we’ve got
PHO VAN
the goods to make your mouth water. Too much of a good thing is just about right.
0822; phovanrestaurant.com) offers
has earned acclaim and loyal
authentic high-quality food with
patronage by Portland-
Caribbean cuisine is getting its due
efficient service and a welcoming
area residents.
in Tualatin Valley at Boriken (12800
environment. Open daily for lunch
SW Canyon Road, Beaverton; 503-
and dinner, authentic dishes such
is another popular Korean spot,
596-3571; borikenrestaurant.com), the
as its oxtail pho and other soups, as
DuKuhBee (12590 SW 1st St.,
Portland area’s first Puerto Rican
well as vermicelli entrees are sure
Beaverton; 503-643-5388). Open
restaurant. Try the mofongos,
to please fans of Vietnamese soups
for dinner only, this tiny restaurant
served in hollowed-out coconut
and noodles.
boasts huge tastes. The hand-pulled
halves lined with fried and mashed plantain. Popular Salvadoran lunch spot
For nearly a decade, Frank’s Noodle House (15950 SW Regatta Ln., Beaverton; 503-430-0901;
Around the corner from Nak Won
noodles are a sight and taste to behold. The kitchen bar is the best seat in the house, where you can
Gloria’s Secret Café (12500 SW
franksnoodlehousepdx.com)
Broadway St., Beaverton; 503-268-
has been the talk of
2124; gloriassecretcafe.com) is a crowd
Northeast Portland,
pleaser with its authentic dishes,
and now Tualatin
such as Sandra’s Papusas served
Valley locals and
with pickled purple cabbage and
visitors alike can
tasty Korean food,
saffron rice (which is even tastier
visit this favorite of
Hillsboro is the
mixed in with Gloria’s homemade
the Guy Fieri’s series
salsa verde).
“Diners, Drive-Ins and
In historic downtown Forest
watch the masters make the noodles fresh for each order. While Beaverton is known for its
undisputed king of BITES RESTAURANT
Dives.” Known for its
Indian food. The crown jewel is Chennai Masala
Grove, Bites Restaurant (2014 Main
authenticity, Frank’s fresh,
St., Forest Grove; 503-746-6812;
hand-pulled noodles have been fea-
boro; chennaimasala.net), which has a
bitesrestaurant.com) fuses Asian
tured on the Food Network.
loyal following and consistently
flavors with other global foods.
In local circles, the nearly 10
(2088 NW Stucki Ave., Hills-
ranks among the best restaurants in
Korean tacos, mozzarella egg rolls,
Korean restaurants near downtown
“dynamite nachos,” made with
Beaverton has earned the area the
tempura shrimp and more are sure
nickname “Little Korea,” and Nak
For complete list of local restaurants
to surprise and delight.
Won (4600 SW Watson Ave.,
throughout Tualatin Valley, visit
Beaverton; 503-646-9382) is the
tualatinvalley.org/eat-drink/restaurants.
Pho Van (11651 SW BeavertonHillsdale Hwy., Beaverton; 503-627-
the Portland area.
godfather. This popular restaurant tualatinvalley.org
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Fresh, Local and Delicious
it’s their burgers that win a ton of
(7370 NE Cornell Road, Hillsboro;
raves. Be sure to add an egg and an
503-640-0917; copperriverrestaurant.com)
avocado onto any of the burgers,
Fresh ingredients paired with
satisfies with its menu of seasonal
and the fry sauce is amazing.
world-class wines are the perfect
comfort foods. Pot pie, fried
recipe for an exquisite dining
chicken, steak, seafood and ribs
the Bethany neighborhood boasts
experience. Tualatin Valley’s
complement its extensive menu of
two world-class, upscale
restaurants garner rave reviews
cocktails, wine and beer.
restaurants. Brooklyn Trattoria
with innovative menus and a range
Try an alpaca burger at Cruise In
In the northern Tualatin Valley,
(4708 NW Bethany Blvd., Suite E-3,
of global cuisine. Impressive wine,
Country Diner (9785 SW River
Portland; 503-430-7248;
beer, cocktail, and saké lists—many
Road, Hillsboro; 503-628-0500;
brooklyntrattoria.com) uses local
with locally produced beverages—
cruiseincountry.com). These burgers—
ingredients to make seriously
are the hallmarks of the region’s
made with natural and organic beef,
delicious classic Italian cuisine.
growing culinary offerings.
buffalo, lamb and chicken—are
Bethany’s Table (15325 Northwest
prepared with locally grown pro-
Central Dr., Suite J-1, Portland;
Beer lovers will enjoy the 34 draft
duce and served with Tualatin Valley
503-614-0267; bethanystable.com)
taps at ABV Public House (5670
hospitality (and a little info about
serves a variety of dishes inspired
NE Clara Ln., Hillsboro; 503-372-
how your meal was made, to boot).
by the abundance of locally grown
Westgate Bourbon Bar (3800
sustainable and organic ingredients
9117; abvpub.com) with its vast selection of local and regional
SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton;
beers, cider and wine. Pair your
503-746-7178; thewestgatepdx.com)
beverage of choice with an elk
has an impressive menu full of
For complete list of local restaurants
burger, “Chef’s Choice” pizza or a
scrumptious appetizers, hearty
throughout Tualatin Valley, visit
tasty pulled pork sandwich.
sandwiches and entrée salads, but
tualatinvalley.org/eat-drink/restaurants.
CRUISE IN COUNTRY DINER
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Copper River Restaurant and Bar
in the region.
Europe Meets Pacific Northwest Tualatin Valley excels when it comes to Asian and Latin cuisine, and the global influence doesn’t stop there. Several local eateries excel in bringing European cuisine to the region. Whatever your tastes, we have your flavors. Located in Historic Downtown Beaverton, decarli (4545 SW Watson Ave., Beaverton; decarlirestaurant.com) showcases chef Paul Decarli’s Swiss-Italian-American roots and pairs it with Oregon’s bounty of seasonal ingredients. The menu changes daily and features a diverse selection of pastas and fish and meat dishes, including the restaurant’s signature beef shortribs. Another popular Italian restaurant in Beaverton is MiNGO (12600 SW Crescent St., Ste. 120; Beaverton; 503-646-6464; mingowest.com). Open for lunch and dinner, MiNGO serves simple, Italian food prepared with the freshest ingredients. The ravioli, lasagna and risotto options change daily. If Nordic food pickles your
LA PROVENCE
herring, Broder Söder (8800 SW Oleson Road, Portland; broderpdx.
Ooh, la la, the French-inspired La
com/soder) is a must-try restaurant.
Provence (15151 SW Barrows Road, Beaverton; provencepdx.com/
Located in the Nordia House, which
Beaverton and 937 NE
houses a collection of contemporary and
Orenco Station Loop, Hillsboro; provencepdx.
traditional Nordic art,
From croissants to pretzels, Bargarten Bavarian Social Haus (2905 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton; bargarten.com) brings German comfort food to the masses. Wursts (sausages) and
Broder Söder serves
com/Hillsboro) is
Schnitzels dominate the menu,
breakfast and lunch
pleasing to the
along with other German favorites,
prepared with a Nordic
palate with its
such as spätzle and classic meat
twist. Specialties include house-cured gravlax, Swedish meatballs and, of course, pickled herring. Make your
DECARLI
seasonal menus that showcase the region’s fresh produce. Open for
breakfast, lunch and dinner, La
dishes. The beer menu features German imports, hearty beers that complement the rich foods. If you can’t get enough German foods,
meal extra special with a flight of
Provence also boasts an impressive
visit Bargarten’s sister restaurant,
Aquavit, popular Scandinavian
cocktail menu, and fresh French
Gustavs (10350 SW Greenburg
spirits.
breads and pastries, baked on-site.
Road, Tigard; gustavs.net). tualatinvalley.org
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Taste of Japan Tualatin Valley is the go-to destina-
foodies, Oyatsupan Bakers (16025
tion for locals who want to have an
SW Regatta Ln., Beaverton; 503-
authentic dining experience without
941-5251; oyatsupan.com) mixes
Boba tea (n): A cold, frothy
long waits, pretension, or difficulty
traditional Japanese breads and
drink made with iced tea,
finding parking. Japanese influence
pastries with specialties, such as the
sweetened milk or other
can be found all over the destina-
kare doughnut, filled with beef curry.
flavorings; usually with sweet
tion, where authentic Japanese
Ramen shops from Japan are
cuisine is accessible and tasty.
finding homes here. Kizuki Ramen
Milk, Tea & Boba
balls made from tapioca.
and Izakaya (11830 NW Cedar Falls
Milk tea (n): Tea with milk
When it comes to sushi, Syun Izakaya
Dr., Ste. 128, Portland; kizuki.com)
added; sometimes can be sweet,
(209 NE Lincoln St., Hillsboro; 503-
specializes in a variety of ramen
flavored or used in boba tea.
640-3131; syun-izakaya.com) has long
soups that are traditional, delicious
been the forerunner of “best of”
and authentic.
lists. This family-owned Japanese
Other Japanese-inspired spots in
Boba and milk tea shops are opening all over Tualatin Valley.
restaurant has garnered top scores
Tualatin Valley include Uwajimaya
Here are some of the notable
for its fresh sushi, authentic
(10500 SW Beaverton Hillsdale
tea bars around the region.
Japanese dishes and saké selection.
Hwy., Beaverton; 503-643-4512;
The menu at the cozy Yuzu (4130
uwajimaya.com), which sells candy
• Milk+T (4545 SW Angel Ave.,
SW 117th Ave., Ste. H; Beaverton;
and treats, foods, anime, manga
Ste. 160; Beaverton; 971-270-
503-350-1801) is much like a
and books, and other wares direct
6110; milkandt.com) opened its
traditional Izakaya in Japan with a
from Japan, and SakéOne (820 Elm
second location (its first is in
variety of small-plate dishes and
St., Forest Grove; 503-357-7056;
Los Angeles) in late summer
ramen. The menu changes daily at
sakeone.com), the first American
2018. This self-serve boba bar
this hole-in-the-wall gem.
owned-and-operated sake brewery.
offers classic milk teas, and
Another stop for adventurous
add-ins include boba, tajin, ice cream and more. • Kafé (1832a Pacific Ave., Forest Grove; 503-372-6250;
drinkkafe.com) also opened in 2018 and serves specialty coffee and teas made from organic, natural and fair trade ingredients. Kafé’s tea drinks include matcha, anchan (a blue tea from Southeast Asia) and boba. • Bubble N Tea (3496 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton; 503-747-7526; thebubblentea.
com) offers a variety of milk teas, including matcha and Thai tea, tea smoothies, and seasonal teas, such as jasmine rose and hibiscus SAKÉONE 74
blue cheese.
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Tualatin Valley is an enjoyable getaway for travelers of all ages and interests. With plenty of activities to explore and discover, we invite you to experience Tualatin Valley your way.
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HAWKS VIEW CELLARS
Grab a bite and a beer at Cornelius
The Business Traveler's Guide to Tualatin Valley
work beverage, Hawks View Cellars
(4045 NE Cornelius Pass Road,
(20210 SW Conzelmann Road,
Hillsboro; mcmenamins.com/cornelius-
Sherwood; hawksviewcellars.com)
pass-roadhouse). Located on a six-
stays open until 7 p.m. Owned by
acre farmstead, Cornelius Pass
the Ponte Family Estate, Hawks
Roadhouse houses buildings and
View Cellars focuses on crafting
barns dating back to the 1850s.
exceptional wines while providing
Today, these buildings are home to a
an authentic guest experience.
brewery, distillery and a restaurant.
If you want to get some work
It’s not all work and no play in
Be sure to pop into the Little White
done, but don’t want to spend the
Tualatin Valley. When business
Shed, the farmstead’s milk storage
evening in your room, visit
meetings are over and you find
shed, for a pint and a cigar.
Insomnia Coffee (317 E. Main St.,
some free time on your hands, this
Next, test your driving skills at
Hillsboro; insomniacoffee.co). Open
handy guide will help you plan your
Topgolf Hillsboro (5505 NW
until 10 p.m. on most nights,
after-hours schedule. Grab a couple
Huffman St., Hillsboro; topgolf.com/us/
Insomnia provides large tables and
colleagues and set out to explore
hillsboro). This is an ideal spot for
ample seating and studying areas.
the fun side of business travel.
post-meeting energy. You and your
Sip a latte or a cup of drip coffee,
colleagues can grab a bite, a drink
brewed from Dapper & Wise coffee,
and compare swings in the tem-
roasted right on-site!
perature-controlled hitting bays. 76
If wine is your preferred after-
Pass Roadhouse and Imbrie Hall
Forest Grove; 503-746-6812;
Spend the late afternoon at
bitesrestaurant.com). Located in the
Ruby’s Spa at McMenamins Grand
heart of downtown Forest Grove
Lodge (3505 Pacific Ave., Forest
and just one block away from
Grove; 503-992-9533; mcmenamins.
Pacific University, Bites offers
com/grand-lodge). Recharge with a
surprising Asian fusion cuisine such
relaxing massage at this former rest
as kimchi fries, nachos with shrimp
home-turned hotel, which showcas-
tempura and udon carbonara. Bites
es the history of the area, with
Experience Pupp Yoga: Experience
is committed to using local ingredi-
quirky and fun nods to music,
the Zen of Puppies (1689 SW
ents, as well as serving beverages
books and films of decades past.
Stringtown Road, Forest Grove;
from their neighborhood breweries
Follow the massage with a rejuve-
puppyoga.com), a calm and peaceful
and wineries.
nating soak in the soaking pool.
Find Your Center in Tualatin Valley
interaction with a litter of young
While in Forest Grove, visit
Before the sun sets over the
exuberant puppies. While taking a
SakéOne (820 Elm St., Forest
Oregon Coast Range, take a nature
mild yoga class, open to all ages and
Grove: sakeone.com). SakéOne is the
walk at Fernhill Wetlands (1399 SW
abilities, a litter of puppies will be
leading American owned and
Fern Hill Road, Forest Grove;
roaming around you, and you can
operated brewer of craft saké in
fernhillnts.org). Located near the
reflect upon the open beauty of the
America. With three distinctive
confluence of Gales Creek and the
puppies' nature. (Classes are
brands—G, Momokawa and Moon-
Tualatin River, just minutes from
offered periodically; check website
stone—explore the many styles,
downtown Forest Grove, Fernhill
for schedule. Preregistration
tastes and textures of saké. Expand
Wetlands offers the perfect respite
is recommended.)
your palate with cask-strength
to recharge your spirit and mind.
After yoga, grab a quick bite at Bites Restaurant (2014 Main St.,
saké, or savor the mild flavors of infused saké.
FERNHILL WETLANDS tualatinvalley.org
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Discover the Arts of Tualatin Valley: Cultural Traveler Getaway
oldscotchchurch.org) is the final
a self-guided tour of the city of
resting place for notable Oregon
Tualatin’s diverse public art, natural
pioneer Joseph Meek.
and cultural history. This series of
Get up close and personal with
interconnected trails takes walkers
the history of the Tualatin Valley at
to works of art, including murals
the Washington County Museum
and sculptures, and to Ice Age
(Portland Community College Rock
artifacts and historic structures.
Creek, 17677 NW Springville Road, Portland; washingtoncountymuseum.org).
Performing Artistry
Permanent and temporary exhibits
Tualatin Valley is rich in culture,
tell the story of the region’s
with several civic and community
agricultural, technological, natural
theater companies providing
and cultural history.
opportunities to entertain and to be entertained. Professional
Do you enjoy the arts, culture and a “cultural traveler,” defined as one
Arts in the Tualatin Valley
who has a thirst for authentic
Learn about the art
region, each bringing
cultural experiences, including the
of coffee at Dapper
a unique perspective
arts, cuisine and history. If so,
& Wise (317 E. Main
to theater.
Tualatin Valley offers a wide array
St., Hillsboro;
of activities and sites that will
dapperandwise.com).
quench that thirst.
Each Saturday at 10
humanities? Then, you just may be
a.m., this growing local
theatre companies also are prolific in the
Bag&Baggage Productions (350 E. Main St., Hillsboro;
bagnbaggage.org) performs classic
Historic Tualatin Valley
roasting company offers a
plays with modern, often
When European settlers set off to
complimentary coffee “cupping”
unexpected twists at its new space,
the west via the Oregon Trail,
class at its Coffee Lab. For those
The Vault. Broadway Rose Theatre
several stayed here and made this
who really want to dive into the
Company (12850 SW Grant Ave.,
their home. Listed on the National
world of coffee, additional classes
Tigard; broadwayrose.org) stages a
Register of Historic Places and one
are available.
diverse mix of musicals year-round
of the oldest continuously used
Art and culture is accessible
in Tigard, earning the company
churches in the state, the cemetery
throughout Tualatin Valley, most
accolades and multiple awards.
at Old Scotch Church (30685 NW
notably the Tualatin ArtWalk
Scotch Church Road, Hillsboro;
(tualatinoregon.gov/recreation/artwalk),
DIY Art While visiting, travelers may want
WASHINGTON COUNTY MUSEUM
to explore their creative side in the Tualatin Valley. Glass blowing and welding are two popular classes available at Live Laugh Love Art (9160 SW Hall Blvd., Portland; 503-244-7811; livelaughloveglass.com). Sip and paint classes are very popular, and Wine and Design (18041 SW Lower Boones Ferry Road, Tigard; wineanddesign.com) offers acrylic painting classes at its dedicated art studio. Sit down and create your own masterpiece while sipping on a glass (or two) of wine.
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MONTINORE ESTATE
An Eco-Friendly Getaway for Sustainable Travelers
Next, travel to Montinore Estate
For lunch head over to the Cruise
(3663 SW Dilley Road, Forest
In Country Diner (9785 SW River
Grove; montinore.com), the largest
Road, Hillsboro; cruiseincountrydiner.
producer of biodynamic wines in
com). This ‘50s-style burger joint is
the U.S. This organic and biodynam-
known for its delicious beef, bison
ic vineyard and winery, located
and alpaca burgers, made with
outside of Forest Grove, holds high
locally sourced meats and organic
standards in sustainable agriculture
ingredients. This is not your typical
and careful craftsmanship and is
burger joint, though. The diner is
committed to creating balanced
decidedly health conscious as the
wines that are true to the vine-
owner uses his food science
yard's characteristics.
background to
Explore Tualatin Valley’s eco-friend-
make healthful
ly wineries and restaurants and visit
Just a stone’s throw
updates to his
some of the special places in the
from Montinore is
mouth-watering
region where sustainability is
SakéOne (820 Elm
burgers, milkshakes
mission one.
St., Forest Grove;
and fries.
sakeone.com), the first Jump-start the day with breakfast
American owned and
at South Store Café (24485 SW
operated brewer of
Finally, visit Cooper Mountain Vineyards CRUISE IN COUNTRY DINER
Scholls Ferry Road, Hillsboro;
craft saké in the
southstorecafe.com) for a variety of
world. SakéOne,
(20121 SW Leonardo
pastries and breakfast sandwiches
which was the first brewery to
coopermountainwine.com), the Pacific
all made with fresh locally-sourced
produce a USDA-certified organic
Northwest’s first certified biody-
ingredients. Located in the farming
saké, leads this fast-growing
namic winery. The vineyard was
community of Scholls, South Store
beverage category with distinct
established in 1978, and has been
Café is a historic landmark housed
styles, flavor infusions and a
adhering to biodynamic and
in a century-old clapboard building.
penchant for education and sharing
organic farming practices since the
Thanks to relationships with local
their unique beverage. A visit to the
mid-1990s. Cooper Mountain is also
farmers, freshness is on top of the
SakéOne kura (brewery) is an
a leader in researching and produc-
list of this café’s menu.
educational experience at all levels.
ing sulfite-free wines.
Ln., Beaverton;
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TUALATIN VALLEY SCENIC BIKEWAY
Banks Road and Sellers Road, Banks).
Bikes & Brews Travel Ideas for Bicyclists Who Love Beer
This 21-mile (one-way), car-free
and brew at the Ironwork Grill.
pathway traverses through forests,
McMenamins is one of Oregon’s top
over trestles and near springs.
breweries, where you can enjoy a
After the ride, head to downtown
Terminator Stout, the perfect
beer at Ridgewalker Brewing (1921
pairing. Relax your aching muscles
21st. Ave., Forest Grove; ridgewalker-
with a soak in the hotel’s soaking
brewing.com). The menu is chock-full
pool. For even more relaxation,
of hearty entrees, and it also
book a massage at Ruby’s Spa &
features 34 taps of wine, beer and
Salon. Indulge in a deep tissue
cider from around the region,
massage or hot stone massage.
including several beers from
Start your Tualatin Valley adventure
Ridgewalker’s on-site brewery. Overnight at McMenamins Grand
Enjoy a night out in downtown Forest Grove with dinner at Bites Restaurant (2014 Main St., Forest
Scenic Bikeway (tualatinvalley.org), a
Lodge (3505 Pacific Ave., Forest
Grove; bitesrestaurant.com). The
50-mile (80km) designated cycling
Grove; mcmenamins.com/grand-lodge), a
eclectic Asian fusion menu creates
route for intermediate and ad-
unique and historic destination hotel. unexpected tastes that are pleasing
vanced peddlers. The first 30 miles
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Captain Neon burger with a
Forest Grove to enjoy a meal and a
DAY ONE with a ride on the Tualatin Valley
Return to the hotel for a burger
to every palate.
(48km) will take you along pictur-
DAY TWO
esque, rural roads through the
The day begins with an invigorating
Brewing (1900 A. St., Forest Grove;
Tualatin Valley’s pristine farmlands.
ride along the Hagg Lake Loop at
waltzbrewing.com). This home-grown
About midway through the ride,
Scoggins Valley Park (50250 SW
brewery produces high-quality
stop at the Hop Cycle Brewing
Scoggins Valley Road, Gaston) This
brews, ranging from hoppy IPAs to
Company (13965 NW Main St.,
10.4-mile ride loops around Henry
well-balanced stouts and porters.
Banks; hopcyclebrewing.com) for a bite
Hagg Lake and provides a scenic,
and a beer before heading on to
rural ride with minor (<500-feet)
the Banks-Vernonia State Trail (NW
elevation changes.
Next, sample the brews at Waltz
Multi-Generation Travel: The New Way to Travel iFLY INDOOR SKYDIVING
Tualatin Valley has something fun
Next, venture to Topgolf (5505
For dinner, try The Lodge at
for all ages that adds to the excite-
NW Huffman St., Hillsboro; topgolf.
Cascade Brewing (7424 SW
ment of traveling. From restless
com/us/hillsboro), family-friendly,
Beaverton-Hillsdale Hwy., Portland;
young ones to the young at heart,
golf-focused entertainment center.
lodgeatcascade.com). This popular
plan a getaway that is sure to
Snack on delicious bites while
brewpub offers a kids menu (kids
please everyone in the family.
hitting balls from the temperature-
eat free on Mondays), plus a variety
Experience the destination like
controlled state-of-the-hitting bays.
of entrees for adults. For the
those who live here do, with a
Play for fun, or get competitive to
21-and-older crowd, the beer list
mixture of fun, food and a little bit
see who can get the highest score.
features more than a dozen of
For more adventure, make an
Cascade Brewing’s acclaimed
of education.
appointment to fly at iFly Indoor
beers, including their claim to fame:
DAY ONE
Skydiving (10645 SW Greenburg
sour beers.
Your Tualatin Valley adventure
Road, Tigard; iflyworld.com/Portland).
starts at Tree to Tree Adventure
Adventure seekers of all abilities
Park (2975 SW Nelson Road,
and all ages, from 3 to 103, can
Gaston; tree2treeadventurepark.com).
experience the thrill of free falling,
This is a playground in the trees
all under the guidance of a trainer.
Additional Activities for the Entire Family • Paddle along the calm
and provides the perfect escape for
Tualatin River, an ideal river
all ages. The park’s aerial ropes
for all paddlers, from first-
courses are designed for all levels,
timers to seasoned pros.
from beginner to the experienced. Dueling zip lines and the zip line
• Hike Jackson Bottom
tour are perfect for older kids and
Wetlands Preserve’s 4.5
adults, while the “Adventure
miles of trails and use the
Village” is designed specifically for
wildlife viewing blinds to view
kids two to eight years old.
the many species of birds who
After spending a few hours at the
frequent the preserve, and to
park, head over to McMenamins
see the bald eagle’s nest
Grand Lodge (3505 Pacific Ave.,
located deep in the preserve.
Forest Grove; mcmenamins.com). Enjoy lunch at the Ironwork Grill,
• Stroll through the Tualatin
where the young ones will be
Hills Nature Park and make a
delighted by the kids menu, and the
leaf rubbing using a leaf that
adults will find nourishment for the
has fallen from the ground, a
body and soul with its diverse
pencil or crayon and a piece of
menu (and its vast menu of
paper. Or create a sketch of a
McMenamins-crafted spirits, wines and beers).
tree or wildlife found in MCMENAMINS GRAND LODGE
the park. tualatinvalley.org
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DAVID HILL VINEYARDS & WINERY
VERNONIA SPRINGS
Tualatin Valley Breweries Tualatin Valley has so many
Top Six Instagrammable Spots in Tualatin Valley
fantastic breweries, it’s hard to pick one, but Vertigo Brewing (21420 NW Nicholas Ct., Hillsboro; vertigobrew.
com) was selected for this Is it Tualatin Valley’s rolling hills and picturesque farms
‘Grammable shot.
VERTIGO BREWING
Banks-Vernonia State Trail
vineyards—with the stately Mt. Hood in the distance? Or perhaps it’s the unique and often colorful presenta-
The 21-mile Banks-Vernonia State Trail offers many
tion of the diverse food culture here. Whatever the
magnificent photo opportunities, but this little gem
reason, we set out to find some of the most Instagram-
(pictured above), Vernonia Springs (54658 Nehalem
mable spots in Tualatin Valley.
Hwy South, Vernonia; vernoniasprings.com) is the perfect place to have your morning coffee.
Tualatin Valley Wine Country Great wine pairs well with amazing views, such as this
Milk+T
view (pictured above) at David Hill Vineyards &
Milk+T (4545 SW Angel Ave.,
Winery (46350 NW
Ste. 160; Beaverton; milkandt.
David Hill Road, Forest
com) is one of Tualatin Valley’s
Grove; davidhillwinery.com).
newest spots, and its interesting boba tea creations
Broder Söder
are totally worthy of a picture.
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atmosphere and foods at
Henry Hagg Lake
Broder Söder (8800 SW
When caught at the exact
Oleson Road, Portland;
right moment, Henry Hagg
broderpdx.com/soder) are
Lake (50250 SW Scoggins Valley Road, Gaston)
perfect for picture taking.
provides some of the most awe-inspiring views.
MILK + T
Photos by Ariel Kanable
The colorful Scanadavian
MAPS
BLAKESLEE VINEYARD ESTATE
There's a Map for That There are many different ways to experience the Tualatin Valley. Cycle the valley along the Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway, explore the agricultural treasures of the Vineyard & Valley Scenic Tour Route, view the art of quilting along the Quilt Barn Trail and so much more. These maps will help you navigate your way around and to help you plan your Tualatin Valley getaway today!
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Getting Here & Getting Around is Easy Tualatin Valley is easily accessible by plane, train and automobile, and is approximately 30 minutes from Portland International Airport (PDX), which serves northwestern Oregon. Private and corporate jets may land at the Hillsboro Airport. Arriving by plane or via Amtrak or Greyhound? TriMetâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s MAX light rail train transports travelers from the airport, Union Station and the Portland Greyhound Station to the cities of Beaverton and Hillsboro. Simply hop on a westbound train, or catch a TriMet bus to travel to your destination. During the Mondayâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;Friday rush hours, the WES Commuter Rail whisks travelers between the Beaverton and Wilsonville Transit Centers. Driving here? Tualatin Valley is situated west of downtown Portland and is accessed by Interstate 5, U.S. Route 26 (also known as the Sunset Highway) and State Route 217, and numerous other highways and roads. Helpful tip: In Oregon, there are no self-service gas stations and drivers are not allowed to pump their own gas. Also, it is not necessary to tip the station attendant after filling up. Driving an electric vehicle? Several electric vehicle charging stations are available for public use throughout Tualatin Valley. For a partial list of stations, visit tualatinvalley.org. Biking your way through the state? Interconnected bike lanes and dedicated bike paths ensure that you can cruise on two wheels throughout the region.
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Washington County Visitors Association 12725 SW Millikan Way, Suite 210 Beaverton, OR 97005 U.S.A. Visitor Information Center 12725 SW Millikan Way Beaverton, OR 97005 Located in the lobby of Beaverton City Hall (Beaverton Building).
tualatinvalley.org Toll Free: +1.800.537.3149 Main: +1.503.644.5555 Fax: +1.503.644.9784 email: info@wcva.org Visit Tualatin Valley @wcva tualatinvalley @tualatinvalley Visit Tualatin Valley
Open Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Closed on major holidays) VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER
Visitor Information Centers Banks Chamber of Commerce (inside the Trailhead Café) 13847 Main St. Banks, OR 97106 Monday-Saturday; hours vary Beaverton Chamber of Commerce 12600 SW Crescent St., Ste. 160 Beaverton, OR 97005 Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. *From Memorial Day to Labor Day the office closes at 12:00 p.m. on Fridays 92
Forest Grove Chamber of Commerce 2417 Pacific Ave. Forest Grove, OR 97116 Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sherwood Chamber of Commerce 22566 SW Washington Street #101 Sherwood, OR 97140 Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Hillsboro Chamber of Commerce 5193 NE Elam Young Parkway, Ste. A Hillsboro, OR 97124 Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tigard Chamber of Commerce 12345 SW Main St. Tigard, OR 97223 Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
North Plains Chamber (inside Kim’s Styling Korner) 10395 NW Glencoe Road North Plains, OR 97133
Tualatin Chamber of Commerce 8101 SW Nyberg St., Ste. 1 Tualatin, OR 97062 Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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Washington County Visitors Association 12725 SW Millikan Way, Suite 210 Beaverton, OR 97005 U.S.A.
tualatinvalley.org Toll Free: +1.800.537.3149 Main: +1.503.644.5555 Fax: +1.503.644.9784 email: info@wcva.org Visit Tualatin Valley @wcva tualatinvalley @tualatinvalley Visit Tualatin Valley
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