The Rough Guide to Oregon & Washington 1

by Dickey, Jeff; Dickey, Jeff; Jepson, Tim; Jepson, Tim; DO NOT USE - Lee; Rough Guides

• ISBN13: 9781843538493
• ISBN10: 1843538490
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2007-10-29
• Publisher: DK Publishing, Inc.

Summary

The Rough Guide to Oregon and Washington is the definitive guide to these scenic Pacific Northwest states. The Twenty-four colour pages introduce the region, providing suggestions on what to see and do and when to go, as well as featuring snapshots of over twenty of the area's highlights. Beginning with easy-going Portland and finishing with geologically diverse eastern Washington, you'll find more extensive and detailed coverage than in any other guide. The two colour sections- Beervana and scenic hikes beautifully introduce two of the major passions in the two states: beer and hiking. Complete with practical information on getting to and around the two states, you'll find informed descriptions and accurate listing of the best bars and accommodation. The guide also takes a detailed look at the region's history, flora and fauna, surveys the best films and books on Oregon and Washington, and includes new maps and plans for every area.The Rough Guide to Oregon and Washington is like having a local friend plan your trip!

Table of Contents

Color section	p. 1
Introduction	p. 6
Where to go	p. 8
When to go	p. 13
Things not to miss	p. 15
Basics	p. 25
Getting there	p. 27
Arrival	p. 33
Getting around	p. 34
Accommodation	p. 39
Food and drink	p. 43
The media	p. 47
Festivals	p. 49
Outdoor pursuits	p. 51
National and state parks	p. 54
Spectator sports	p. 55
Traveling with children	p. 57
Travel essentials	p. 58
Guide	p. 71
Portland	p. 73
The Columbia River Gorge	p. 117
The Oregon Coast	p. 137
The Willamette and Rogue River valleys	p. 183
The Oregon Cascades	p. 219
Eastern Oregon	p. 253
Seattle	p. 281
Puget Sound	p. 341
The Olympic Peninsula and SW Washington	p. 383
The Washington Cascades	p. 413
Eastern Washington	p. 447
Contexts	p. 469
History	p. 471
Northwest wildlife	p. 483
The Northwest on film	p. 490
Books	p. 494
Travel store	p. 501
Small print & Index	p. 507
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