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Southern Oregon displays many treasures within this region of lakes, canyons, mountains and wild rivers. The sun-kissed region is also referred to as Oregon's banana belt. It encompasses engaging destinations that include: Crater Lake National Park, Ashland's Shakespeare festival, Roseburg and the Umpaqua Valley where you will find a dozen notable wineries, Oregon Caves National Monument and the “wild and scenic” Rogue River that springs from the crystal blue waters of Crater Lake, flowing 215 miles through wilderness, joining the Pacific Ocean near Gold Beach.
Crater Lake National Park surrounds the deepest lake in the U.S. The cobalt-blue Crater Lake, created by an eruption over 7000 years ago, reaches its deepest point at 1,923 feet! The geological wonderland offers 90 miles of trails, scenic overlooks and a beautiful lodge.
Ashland's famous Shakespeare Festival draws nearly 350,000 patrons staging performances from February through November that comprise of classic and contemporary playwrights. Ashland is a small-college town set in pleasant ranch country where you will find several fine galleries, museums, wineries, numerous small inns and an appealing choice of hearty and refined restaurants.
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