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Best photo locations in Oregon

How to get there. When to go. Best ways to photograph it. Get all the tips. Looking for the best photo locations in Oregon? Explorest has partnered with world-class creatives to provide a highly-curated collection of extraordinary locations around the globe. Our signature ‘Location Insights’ include the GPS coordinates of the location, when to go, and expert tips to capture the best photo. Download the Explorest app for free on the App Store or Play Store to discover the world around you!
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#1. Salt Creek Falls

Cascade Summit, Oregon, USA
One of the most impressive waterfalls in the Northwest, Salt Creek Falls thunders through the Central Oregon forest. To get to this...More...More
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#2. Misery Ridge Trail view of Smith Rock & Crooked River (sunrise)

Terrebonne, Oregon, USA
A standalone rock climbing out of the high desert, Smith Rock offers a landscape like nowhere else in Oregon. Getting to this ...More...More
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#3. Elk Flats

Manzanita, Oregon, USA
Elk Flats is one of the gems of the Oregon Coast. Located about 20 minutes south of Cannon Beach, you will enjoy cliffside vi...More...More
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#4. Cascade Head Lower Viewpoint & Salmon River Delta

Three Rocks, Oregon, USA
An incredible viewpoint on the Oregon Coast—hear the seabirds circling above you and the breaking waves below. Take in t...More...More
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#5. Cow Creek Trail view of Imnaha River

Imnaha, Oregon, USA
There are many hidden gems in the far northeastern corner of Oregon for those who are willing to make the journey out. Thi...More...More
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#6. Husband Lake and South Sister Mountain

Belknap Springs, Oregon, USA
Although it's quite the hike, this untouched oasis surrounding Husband Lake is somewhere you can escape from reality and experi...More...More
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#7. Cannon Beach, Haystack Rock and Surfers

Cannon Beach, Oregon, USA
One of the pearls of Oregon's west coast, Cannon Beach is where the 80s classic movie The Goonies was filmed. Before you he...More...More
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#8. Ecola State Park Ecola Point view of Bird Rocks & Haystack Rock

Cannon Beach, Oregon, USA
Located in an awe-inspiring coastal setting just north of iconic Cannon Beach, this easily-accessible parking area offers sp...More...More
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#9. Ecola State Park view of Haystack Rock

Cannon Beach, Oregon, USA
Ecola State Park is one of the most treasured locations along the Oregon coast. From beautiful rugged coastlines, to sparsely ...More...More
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#10. Shore Acres State Park Ocean

Coos County, Oregon, USA
This seaside Oregon park is one of my favorite coastal locations to visit during stormy weather. There are spectacular views t...More...More
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#11. Starvation Creek Falls

Wyeth, Oregon, USA
Starvation Creek Falls is located inside the Columbia River Gorge, which is one of the most popular (and easily accessible) wa...More...More
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#12. God's Thumb & Rock Island

Otis, Oregon, USA
Short hike, big reward! Save the more difficult trails for another day and enjoy the leisurely path to God's Thumb along the photoge...More...More
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#13. No Name Lake view of Broken Top Mountain (reflection)

Blue River, Oregon, USA
Nestled among snow-capped mountains in Central Oregon, this historic lake offers naturally breathtaking views of a rugge...More...More
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#14. Wahkeena Trail Columbia River Gorge Plants

Bridal Veil, Oregon, USA
After the Columbia River Gorge wildfire of 2017, a lot of the forests were left damaged. Now that it's been a couple years, the l...More...More
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#15. Sparks Lake view of Broken Top Mountain (fog)

Bend, Oregon, USA
At the base of the Cascade Mountains lies this peaceful lake. It has amazing views of both South Sister and Broken Top Mountains ...More...More
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#16. Sparks Lake view of Broken Top Mountain

Bend, Oregon, USA
On a day when the sky is illuminated by cotton-candy skies, Sparks Lake has one of the most beautiful sunrise views of Broken ...More...More
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#17. Lost Lake Road Look Down

Cascade Locks, Oregon, USA
Although this U-shaped road is pleasant to drive along, it's even better from a look-down perspective. See the trees emerge fro...More...More
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#18. Tom, Dick & Harry Mountain view of Mount Hood and Forest (snow)

Government Camp, Oregon, USA
On a cold winter's day, you'll have a beautiful, close-up view of Mount Hood blanketed by fresh snowfall. Capture the peak and w...More...More
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#19. Latourell Falls

Latourell, Oregon, USA
Feel the cool mist on your face of this powerful, 224-foot single-plunge waterfall as it rushes over ancient boulders covered i...More...More
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#20. Shore Acres State Park

Coos County, Oregon, USA
This seaside Oregon park is one of my favorite coastal locations to visit during stormy weather. There are spectacular views t...More...More
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