- Applegate Trail
Interpretive Center
Experience the colorful history of this rugged area through the stories of the pioneer
settlers, the naming of Grave Creek, the discovery of gold, the impact of the stage line,
and the building of the railroad. Open Wednesday through Sunday 10am - 5pm (November 15th
- March 15th). Closed Monday and Tuesday. Located 14 Miles North of Grants Pass, I-5 Exit
71. 888-411-1846
- Art In Bloom
Art in Bloom takes place every Mother's Day Weekend, Saturday and Sunday in
Medford's downtown Vogel Plaza. Enjoy the fine art of regional artists in the Rogue
Valley's largest juried outdoor art fair. Musical performances, special exhibits,
workshops and children's activities enhance this springtime celebration, which also
includes a wide variety of floral displays perfect for Mother's day gifts. 541-608-8524
- Bear Creek
Greenway and Nature Trail
 Want to go on a little hike and get
some exercise? Take a stroll or hop on a bike and enjoy the Bear Creek Greenway and Nature
Trail. Get information and pick up a map at the Medford Visitors Center.
- Bear Creek Park
One of Medford's many parks, Bear Creek Park has fun play structures, a wooden fort, bike
path and skate park! Located on Highland Drive and Siskiyou Blvd, near I-5, exit 27. For
more information call the Medford Visitors Center at 541-776-4021 or Medford Parks and
Recreation at 541-774-2400.
- Butte Creek
Mill
You can mix fun with education by visiting this historic mill. Nestled on the banks of
Little Butte Creek, the last original operating water-powered gristmill in the West is fun
for all ages. Visitors may watch the miller at work and find stone ground flours, meals,
cereals, mixes and a variety of other full-of-nutrition foodstuffs and snacks in the mill
Country Store. The mill is listed on the National Historic Register and is open 9 am to 5
pm daily. Museum, covered bridge and parks nearby all with no admission charge! 541-826-3531
- Camp White
Historical Association and Museum
History comes alive in the military memorabilia displayed at Camp White Military Museum.
The collections include guns, medals, letters, posters, and historic uniforms. The museum
also has a large photo collection of Camp White's history, currently being collected and
preserved. Open Monday through Friday 10:00 am-3:00 pm.
541-826-2111
Ext. 3674
- Cole M. Rivers
Fish Hatchery
Have your kids ever wondered where fish come from? More than five million fish are grown
at this hatchery annually! A trip to the hatchery is not only educational, but offers a
great picnic spot and lots of scenery. Located 33 miles northeast of Medford on Hwy
62.
- Crater Lake
Crater Lake is a natural wonder that no visitor to Southern Oregon should miss! Located
eighty miles northeast of Medford, it is the deepest lake in the United States, and
Oregon’s only National Park. It features a lodge and exhibit building at Rim village,
narrated lunch trips, Rim Drive Bus tours, hiking, picnic areas and naturalist programs.541-878-2235
- Crater Rock
Museum
For children who are rock hounds, this is a
must! The museum contains earth science specimens of the local area, crystals, gems and
jewels, fossils, geodes, and more. Open Tuesdays, through Saturdays from 10 am to 4
pm. 541-664-6081
 Dogs for the
Deaf
The Dogs for the Deaf foundation rescues dogs from shelters and trains them to act as the
eyes and the ears of people who have hearing complications. At the Dogs for the Deaf Camp,
dogs learn to respond to household sounds such as smoke alarms, doorbells, etc. in order
to assist the daily living of those who are hearing impaired. After 4-6 months of vigorous
training, the dogs are placed nationwide with qualified candidates. Located 11 miles north
of Medford, take I-5 north exit 32. Tour last approximately 1 hour and includes a short
video, tour of facility and getting to watch the dogs "in action". 541-826-9220
- Hawthorne Park
One of Medford's many parks, Hawthorne Park is complete with an outdoor public swimming
pool and fun play structures. Grab some
"lunch-to-go" and head to the middle of Medford! For more information contact
the Medford Visitors Center. (Small charge
for swimming pool entry only - park has free admission.)
541-774-2400
- Historic
Jacksonville
Jacksonville
was the first place gold was discovered in Oregon, and is one of only eight cities in the
United States named as a National Historic Landmark. There are 8 historic homes and
buildings in Jacksonville. Old time trolley tours, shops, restaurants, the Britt Gardens
and Music Festival and the Jacksonville Museum of Southern Oregon History. 541-899-8118
- Jackson Park
One of Medford's many parks, Jackson Park is complete with an outdoor public swimming pool
and fun play structures. Grab some "lunch-to-go" and head to the corner of West
Jackson and Summit! For more information contact the Medford Visitors Center. (Small charge for swimming pool entry only - park
has free admission.) 541-774-2400
- Medford Jazz
Jubilee
October 10, 11 & 12, 2008 - Join us for three fun filled magical days of fantastic
music. Dixieland & Traditional jazz, zydeco, blues & swing bands play
simultaneously at Vogel Plaza. (In addition
to Vogel Plaza, there are 7 additional paid venue locations.) Dancing, wonderful food, great
accommodations, and beautiful surroundings make this a festival you can't afford to miss! 541-770-6972 or 800-599-0039
- Oregon General
Store Museum
Right next door to the Butte Creek Mill and right across the street from the Eagle Point
museum, stands a replica of an American General Store. It's been built in a historic
"cheese factory" of the 1920s. Open Monday through Saturday 9 am to 5 pm, Sunday
11am to 5pm. 541-826-4166 
- "Paws, Claws, Scales and Tales" the 2006 Jackson County Library
Summer Reading program offers a wide variety of reading and learning experiences for
children, with free events scheduled throughout the summer that include musicians,
storytellers and movies. Children can earn prizes and participate in drawings.
Registration begins as soon as school is out. Call 774-8678 or visit www.jcls.org/summer
- Pear Blossom -
Run, Parade & Street Fair
Second
Saturday in April - Pear Blossom Run, Parade & Street Fair - Downtown Medford. Run:
Rogue Valley's #1 Athletic Event, 4000+ participants, "Everyone's A
Winner", Parade, Street Fair, Barbecue. Mayor's Mile and 2-mile, 5 km and Grand Daddy
10 Miler. Course is certified, flat and fast, out and back. Call (541) 772-6293. Pear
Blossom Street Fair in Medford's downtown Alba Park, filled with 100+ exhibits and
entertainment, call 541-245-3673. For Parade information call 541-734-PEAR.
- Railroad Park
Take a ride on miniature choo-choos. These free steam train rides are for kids of all ages
and offered by the Southern Oregon Live Steamers. Open April through October on the 2nd
and 4th Sunday. Model trains are exhibited in a nearby building and the Morse Telegraph
Club sends free telegraph messages to anyone, anywhere.
541-774-2400
- Rogue Gallery
& Art Center
Enjoy an extraordinary variety of exhibits and educational activities! The Rogue Gallery
& Art Center is truly a home for the arts in the State of Jefferson, making our region
an especially creative place to work and live. Each year the gallery hosts over 20,000
visitors, provides exhibit space for over 200 artists, and conducts tours or special
hands-on activities for school children, community organizations and civic groups. Located
on Bartlett between Main and 8th. Open Tuesday -Friday 10am to 5pm, Saturday 11am to 3pm. 541-772-8118
- Rogue Valley
Growers & Crafters Market
An open-air market featuring fresh, in-season produce; organically grown vegetables,
fruits and herbs; bedding plants and perennials; fresh cut and dried flowers; baked goods
and specialty foods; and locally hand-crafted items. Located at the Medford Armory on
South Pacific Hwy. Every Thursday 8:30am -
1:30pm/March - November.
- Southern Oregon
Historical Society
Exhibits and information for the history buff. Pick up a Historic Downtown Walking Tour
brochure at the Medford Visitor Center and take a leisurely self-guided tour of the
historic downtown buildings. For a complete list of exhibit sites and locations visit www.sohs.org.
- Spirit of the
Rogue Nature Center
Nestled along the renowned Rogue River, Spirit of the Rogue Nature Center sits in the rain
shadow of Crater Lake National Park. Home to the osprey, beaver, mink, otter and myriad
waterfowl, the site truly captures the Spirit of the Rogue! The Visitor Center is open
Memorial Day through Labor Day, 10 am - 4 pm weekends and holidays and depicts geology,
wild life and natural history of the area. Guided tours may be scheduled upon request.
Located only 45 minutes northeast of Medford. Take Hwy 62 to mile marker 29. 541-878-3800
 Vogel Plaza
Kids will have a blast getting wet in the water fountains that beautify Vogel Plaza. Bring
a picnic lunch to eat at the provided park benches and tables, or rest under a shade tree
as you watch the cars and pedestrians pass through the heart of downtown Medford. 541-774-2400
For more information that will leave you wanting Medford for your vacation destination,
drop by or call their Visitor Center at Harry and David's Country Village (I-5, Exit 27),
(800) 469-6307. |
