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22 Best and Fun Things To Do In Ashland, Oregon


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Sitting on the fringe of the stunning Cascade Mountains is this delightful and forward-thinking city known to travelers for its vibrant cultural offerings, exceptional dining options, and unique local shops.

It’s best known for the world-famous Oregon Shakespeare Festival, a regional theater that offers a number of live performances throughout the year.

Ashland also boasts some extraordinary natural beauty at Lithia Park, a large public recreation area with a creek and several miles of scenic hiking trails.

There are also several wineries and vineyards in the surrounding area, making it a great place for wine lovers.

For those traveling with kids, the ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum is a must-see with its interactive exhibits and fun experiments to try.

If you’re looking for more reasons to visit this city, check out our list of top attractions below to help you decide

The 22 Most Popular Things To Do In Ashland, Oregon

22. Crater Lake Trust

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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Location: 1109 Court Street Medford OR

Tel:  541 770 1179

Web Address:   https://craterlaketrust.org/

21. Skinner Aviation Inc.

5.0 ★★★★★ (1 review)

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Location: 403 Dead n Memorial Road Ashland OR

Tel:  541 482 7675

Web Address:   http://skinneraviation.com/

20. Ashland Parks & Recreation

3.6 ★★★★☆ (7 reviews)

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Location: 1195 E Main Street Ashland OR

Tel:  541 488 5340

Web Address:   http://ashland.or.us/SectionIndex.asp

19. Grizzly Peak

4.7 ★★★★★ (13 reviews)

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18. Japanese Garden

4.5 ★★★★★ (15 reviews)

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Location: Ashland OR

Tel:  541 488 5340

Web Address:   https://ashlandjapanesegarden.org/

17. Start of Toothpick Trail

4.1 ★★★★☆ (19 reviews)

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Location: Ashland Loop Road Ashland OR

16. Hald-Strawberry Park

4.0 ★★★★☆ (39 reviews)

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Location: 190 Skycrest Dr Ashland OR

15. Emigrant Lake

4.0 ★★★★☆ (71 reviews)

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14. Ashland Creek Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (76 reviews)

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Location: 27 E Hersey Street Ashland OR

Tel:  541 488 5340

Web Address:   http://ashland.or.us/Page.asp

13. Paschal Winery and Vineyard

4.8 ★★★★★ (93 reviews)

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Location: 1122 Suncrest Road Talent OR

Tel:  541 535 7957

Web Address:   http://paschalwinery.com/

12. Irvine & Roberts Vineyards

4.7 ★★★★★ (126 reviews)

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Location: 1614 Emigrant Creek Road Ashland OR

Tel:  541 482 9383

Web Address:   http://irvinerobertsvineyards.com/

11. Oredson Todd Woods

4.7 ★★★★★ (168 reviews)

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Location: Ashland OR

Tel:  541 482 3069

10. Garfield Park

4.6 ★★★★★ (336 reviews)

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Location: E Main Street & Garfield Street Ashland OR

Tel:  541 488 5340

Web Address:   http://ashland.or.us/Page.asp

9. Emigrant Lake County Park

4.4 ★★★★☆ (940 reviews)

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Location: 5505 OR 66 Ashland OR

Tel:  541 774 8183

Web Address:   http://jacksoncountyor.org/parks/Camping/Emigrant-Lake

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8. Ashland Creek

4.6 ★★★★★ (8 reviews)

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7. North Mountain Park Nature Center

4.9 ★★★★★ (15 reviews)

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Location: 620 N Mountain Ave Ashland OR

Tel:  541 488 6606

Web Address:   https://ashland.or.us/Page.asp

6. Dana Campbell Vineyards

4.6 ★★★★★ (40 reviews)

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Location: 1320 N Mountain Ave Ashland OR

Tel:  541 482 3798

Web Address:   http://danacampbellvineyards.com/

5. Grizzly Peak Winery

4.8 ★★★★★ (48 reviews)

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Location: 1600 E Nevada Street Ashland OR

Tel:  541 482 5700

Web Address:   https://grizzlypeakwinery.com/

4. Schneider Museum of Art

4.5 ★★★★★ (64 reviews)

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Location: 555 na Street Ashland OR

Tel:  541 552 6245

Web Address:   https://sma.sou.edu/

3. ScienceWorks Hands-on Museum

4.5 ★★★★★ (162 reviews)

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Location: 1500 E Main Street Ashland OR

Tel:  541 482 6767

Web Address:   https://scienceworksmuseum.org/

2. North Mountain Park

4.7 ★★★★★ (250 reviews)

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Location: 620 N Mountain Ave Ashland OR

Tel:  541 488 6606

Web Address:   http://ashland.or.us/Page.asp

1. Lithia Park

4.8 ★★★★★ (2,995 reviews)

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Location: Winburn Way Ashland OR

Tel:  541 488 5340

Web Address:   https://ashland.or.us/Page.asp

Final Words:

Thank you for reading our list of the best things to do in Ashland, Oregon! We hope it helped you plan the perfect itinerary for your next trip to this fantastic destination. Happy travels!

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