Cities of Oregon
Oregon lies in the northwestern United States, on the Pacific Ocean between Washington and California. Its capital is Salem, set in the fertile Willamette Valley, while Portland in the north is by far the largest city in the state. On this map you fly past real cities like Salem, Portland, Eugene and Bend, and smaller towns such as Gresham, Hillsboro and Medford. You will also see the mighty Columbia River that forms the northern border, the Willamette River, and the deep-blue Crater Lake — the deepest lake in the United States — with the snowy peaks of the Cascade Range rising above. Hop in the helicopter and explore Oregon at your own pace. It is a fun, free way for kids and grown-ups to learn to place the cities, rivers and mountains of this northwestern state.
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What is the capital of Oregon?
The capital of Oregon is Salem, located in the fertile Willamette Valley in the northwest of the state. Salem is the third-largest city in Oregon; many people assume the larger Portland is the capital, but the seat of government is in Salem.
What is the largest city in Oregon?
The largest city in Oregon is Portland, located in the north of the state where the Willamette River meets the Columbia River. Portland is much larger than the capital, Salem, and is known for its green character and many bridges.
What is the deepest lake in Oregon?
The deepest lake in Oregon is Crater Lake, which is also the deepest lake in the entire United States. It sits in a collapsed volcano in the Cascade Range and is famous for its intensely blue water. The mountainous, forested Cascade Range runs through the whole state.
What is the most fun way to learn the cities of Oregon?
The most fun way to learn the cities of Oregon is to place them on the map yourself. In Toponauts you fly a helicopter past Salem, Portland and Eugene and drop them in the right spot — playful, at your own pace and completely free.