Where is Oregon City, Oregon, USA?

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Where is Oregon City Located? - Oregon City is a city located in the Clackamas County of Oregon, United States. Oregon City lies between 48.7980579 Degrees North latitudes and 99.8648648 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Oregon City, Oregon

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Where is Oregon City?: The Google Map showing the location of Oregon City in the U.S. state of Oregon.

Where is Oregon City Located?

Oregon City is a city located in the Clackamas County of Oregon, United States. Oregon City lies between 48.7980579 Degrees North latitudes and 99.8648648 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Oregon City city is 37572 people and the city has a total area of 9.88 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Oregon City, Oregon Quick Facts

AttributeInformation
CityOregon City
CountyClackamas County
StateOregon
State CapitalSalem
US RegionWest (Pacific Northwest)
Latitude45.3311° N
Longitude122.5948° W
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Land Area9.29 sq mi
Water Area0.71 sq mi
Total Area10.00 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)37,572
Population DensityApproximately 4,044 per sq mi
ZIP Codes97045
Area Code503 / 971
Time Zone StandardPacific Standard Time (PST, UTC−8)
Time Zone DaylightPacific Daylight Time (PDT, UTC−7)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code41-55200
Congressional DistrictOregon's 5th Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Oregon City

CategoryInformation
Airport NamePortland International Airport
IATA CodePDX
Nearest Regional AirportClackamas County Airport
Major HighwaysInterstate 205, Oregon Route 99E, Oregon Route 213
Rail ServiceUnion Pacific freight rail service and regional connections
Public TransitTriMet bus and regional transit services
Regional ConnectionsPortland metropolitan area, Clackamas County, and Willamette Valley access
  • Oregon City is a city located in Clackamas County, Oregon, southeast of Portland.
  • The city was founded in 1829 and became the first incorporated city west of the Rocky Mountains in 1844.
  • Oregon City developed as an important center for the Oregon Trail and early settlement of the Pacific Northwest.
  • The city is known for its historic downtown, Willamette River location, waterfalls, and cultural landmarks.

Top Places to Visit in Oregon City, Oregon

Landmark NameType
Oregon City Municipal ElevatorHistoric Landmark and Observation Area
Willamette FallsNatural Landmark and Waterfall
End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive CenterHistory Museum
McLoughlin HouseHistoric House Museum
Clackamette ParkRiverfront Park
Molalla River State ParkState Recreation Area
Barclay Hills ParkCommunity Park
Canemah Bluff Natural AreaNature Preserve
Champoeg State Heritage AreaHistoric Park
Mount Talbert Nature ParkOutdoor Recreation Area

Driving Distances from Oregon City, Oregon to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
PortlandOregon1525 minutes
MilwaukieOregon1015 minutes
Lake OswegoOregon1220 minutes
GreshamOregon2540 minutes
SalemOregon4550 minutes
HillsboroOregon3550 minutes
EugeneOregon1202 hours
BendOregon1603 hours
SeattleWashington1803 hours
VancouverWashington2535 minutes

Colleges and Universities Near Oregon City, Oregon

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Clackamas Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeCareer training, technology, health sciences, and transfer programs
Oregon Health & Science UniversityPublicUniversityMedicine, healthcare, biomedical research, and health sciences
Portland State UniversityPublicUniversityUrban studies, business, engineering, and research
Lewis & Clark CollegePrivateCollegeLiberal arts, environmental studies, and law
University of PortlandPrivateUniversityEngineering, nursing, business, and liberal arts

Waterbodies Near Oregon City, Oregon

Willamette River, Clackamas River, Abernethy Creek, Newell Creek, and nearby waterways of Clackamas County.

Stadiums and Sports Facilities Near Oregon City

Oregon City High School athletic facilities, Clackamas Community College athletic facilities, Providence Park, and Portland metropolitan area sports venues.

Oregon City, Oregon — Key Historical Facts

  • Oregon City was established in 1829 by the Hudson's Bay Company and became an important early settlement in the Pacific Northwest.
  • The city was incorporated in 1844 and became the first incorporated city west of the Rocky Mountains.
  • Oregon City served as the final destination of the Oregon Trail, where many pioneers completed their journey and received land claims.
  • Willamette Falls played a major role in the city's early industrial development, including milling and manufacturing.
  • The city was the capital of the Oregon Territory from 1849 to 1851 before the territorial government moved to Salem.
  • Today, Oregon City is recognized for its historic districts, riverfront areas, museums, waterfalls, and role in Oregon's settlement history.

Golf Courses Near Oregon City, Oregon

Golf Course NameTypeLocation
Stone Creek Golf ClubPublic Golf CourseOregon City, Oregon
Oregon City Golf ClubPublic Golf CourseOregon City, Oregon
Eastmoreland Golf CoursePublic Golf CoursePortland, Oregon
Langdon Farms Golf ClubPublic Golf CourseWilsonville, Oregon
Waverley Country ClubPrivate Golf CoursePortland, Oregon

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