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Things to Do in Dundee OR

Dundee offers far more than world-class wine. Explore local museums or venture into the surrounding Willamette Valley for a wide range of outdoor activities. Scenic hiking and cycling routes wind through vineyards, rolling hills, and forested landscapes, while the nearby Willamette River provides opportunities for boating and sightseeing. Golfers will find several excellent courses throughout the region, and hot air balloon rides offer unforgettable views of Oregon wine country from above.

Dundee Billick Park

Covered picnic tables, outdoor tennis and basketball courts, paved 0.3 mile walking loop.

Distance: 1.1 miles
Harvey Creek Trail

1.6 miles round-trip from the Harvey Creek Trailhead to the Dundee Cemetery trailhead.  The 345 feet in elevation change will give your lungs a small workout.

Distance: 2.0 miles
Hoover-Minthorn House Museum

A museum in the childhood home of the orphan who went on to become the 31st president of the United States.  1-2 hour excursion.

Distance: 3.6 miles
Chehalem Aquatic and Fitness Center

Training pool, recreational pool, strength and cardio training, sauna.  New facilities completed in 2019.

(503) 537-2909
Distance: 4.4 miles
Northwest Jet Boat Scenic River Tours
(503) 662-2159
Distance: 4.6 miles
99W Drive-In Theatre

The 99W Drive-In has been owned by the same family since its opening in 1953.  Step back in time to one of the last remaining classic drive-in movie theaters in the Pacific Northwest. Enjoy first-run movies from the comfort of your car while savoring classic concessions under the stars.

Distance: 4.7 miles
Vista Balloon Adventures

Hot air balloon rides through wine country.

(503) 625-7385
Distance: 5.2 miles
Chehalem Glenn Golf Course

18 holes with a driving range and clubhouse. Well maintained course and reasonable green fees.

(503) 538-5800
Distance: 5.9 miles
Champoeg State Park

Hiking trails, biking trails, disc golf, picnic sites, museum.  Site of the first provisional government for the Oregon Territory.  Good for a half-day excursion.

Distance: 9.5 miles
Durant Nature Trail

Sometimes called “Penny’s Path” after Penny Durant, this is an easy one mile hike through Durant’s vineyards, olive groves, lavender fields, and sheep pastures.  Good for a mid-day excursion, this is ideally located to be used as a hiking break between local wine tastings.  Open May-October during Durant's normal business hours.

Distance: 9.5 miles
Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum

Home of Howard Hughes' Spruce Goose, a WWII-era plane made of wood, with the largest wingspan of any aircraft that has ever flown.  Also home to an impressive collection of WWII-era aircraft and NASA artifacts.  Good for a half-day excursion.

Distance: 9.5 miles
Our Lady of Guadalupe Loop Hike

 Easy trail with a total distance of 3.6 miles round-trip. Good for a half-day excursion.

Distance: 9.6 miles
Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge

Hiking, birdwatching, picnic sites, educational center. 2-4 hour excursion.

Distance: 14.2 miles
Miller Woods

Hiking trails on 130 acres about 3 miles west of McMinnville.  Good for a half-day excursion.

Distance: 15.6 miles
Tualatin Kayak, Canoe, and SUP Board Rentals

Canoe, Kayak, and Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals on the Tualatin River in Brown's Ferry Park

(971) 930-0152
Distance: 18.2 miles
Henry Hagg Lake

Hiking, fishing, boating, swimming, picnicking, birdwatching, biking. Full-day excursion.

Distance: 20.2 miles
Tree to Tree Aerial Adventure Park

Zipline and other tree-top adventures.

Distance: 22.5 miles
The Oregon Zoo

The Oregon Zoo is located on 64 forested acres in Portland’s Washington Park. Home to more than 160 animal species, the zoo combines immersive exhibits with a strong focus on conservation, education, and animal care. Visitors can see everything from elephants and polar bears to red pandas and condors while learning about efforts to protect endangered wildlife. The zoo is especially recognized for its conservation programs, including work with California condors and other threatened species.

(503) 226-1561
Distance: 28.4 miles
The Portland Japanese Garden

Portland Japanese Garden, proclaimed as the most beautiful and authentic Japanese garden outside of Japan, encompasses 12.5 acres in its host city’s Washington Park. More than “just” a garden, it is a destination to learn more about a foreign culture and immerse yourself in nature.

(503) 223-1321
Distance: 28.6 miles
The International Rose Test Garden

Located in beautiful Washington Park, the International Rose Test Garden boasts more than 10,000 individual rose bushes, in bloom from late May through October and representing over 610 different rose varieties.

Distance: 28.8 miles
Hoyt Arboretum

Founded in 1928 to conserve endangered species and educate the community, Hoyt Arboretum encompasses 190 ridge-top acres and 12 miles of hiking trails just minutes from downtown Portland. Home to 2,300 species of trees and shrubs from six continents, Hoyt Arboretum is a place of beauty and serenity no matter the season.

(503) 865-8733
Distance: 29.2 miles
Lan Su Chinese Garden

Lan Su Chinese Garden is an authentic Ming Dynasty–style garden in Portland’s historic Chinatown, created through a collaboration between Portland and its sister city, Suzhou, China. The garden features serene ponds, elegant pavilions, winding pathways, and traditional Chinese architecture designed to symbolize harmony between nature and humanity. Visitors can enjoy seasonal displays, cultural exhibits, and a traditional tea house overlooking the central lake. It is widely regarded as one of the most authentic Chinese gardens outside of China and offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city.

(503) -228-8131
Distance: 29.2 miles
The Portland Spirit River Cruise

Operating a fleet of four boats for public and private events, Portland Spirit offers year-round dining and sightseeing cruises featuring some of the best views in Portland.

(503) 224-3900
Distance: 30.2 miles
Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden

This internationally-recognized garden is a beautiful place to visit any time of the year. April through June, when the azaleas and rhododendrons are in full bloom, the garden is a riot of color. A spring-fed lake surrounds much of the garden, attracting countless waterfowl which nest and feed in this natural habitat. In fall and winter, trees and shrubs add their own color and interesting structure.

(503) 267-7509
Distance: 31.9 miles
Silver Falls State Park

Ten spectacular waterfalls, five more than 100 feet high, hiking trails carved behind the waterfalls.  Moderate hikes up to 6.9 miles. Half-day excursion.

Distance: 48.7 miles