Western Oregon is characterized by a mild marine climate, while the eastern part of the state is high-desert country. Most of the rain falls between October and April, heavy rainfall is rare, and the sun really does shine frequently.
Snow is rare.
The Portland skyline is dominated by Mount Hood, which towers 11,240 feet above sea level. Pacific Ocean beaches are a short drive from Portland, and also from Corvallis and Eugene . Forests rising above productive farmland in the Willamette Valley blanket the rugged Cascade Mountains. The county population is 306,000. Home Copyright 1996-2001 Info.