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Washington County, Oregon
11000 SW Stratus Street
Suite 170
Beaverton, Oregon 97008
(503) 644-5555
(800) 537-3149
info@wcva.org
www.visitwashingtoncount
yoregon.com
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Introduction
Washington County, Oregon, is one of the best-kept secrets of the Pacific Northwest. This burgeoning region in northwestern Oregon - part of the Northwest’s renowned “silicon forest” - mixes urban, high-tech businesses with serene natural and agricultural settings.
Located only minutes from downtown Portland, Washington County is a destination worthy of applause, with its myriad signature attractions and amenities such as local wineries, nature parks and preserves, golf courses and shops (tax-free, as Oregon enjoys no sales tax).
The county, encompassing 727-square miles, is scenically situated between Portland and the Oregon Coast. Larger cities within Washington County include Beaverton, Hillsboro, Tigard and Tualatin and Wilsonville. Small communities, some with populations of less than 1,000 residents, include Banks, Cornelius, Durham, Forest Grove, Gaston, King City, North Plains and Sherwood. Each city boasts its own personality, ranging from urban to rural and quaint to quirky.
With 5,050 hotel rooms, and lodging properties that range from luxury to business hotels, Washington County offers affordable room rates and low lodging taxes, as well as convenient, free parking. The region is easily accessible, with light rail access from Portland International Airport and downtown Portland to larger cities in the county, such as Beaverton and Hillsboro.
Washington County, Ore. is a complete destination, with all of the amenities of larger cities, with small-town charm. Golf, wine tasting and winery tours, upscale shopping, fine dining, outdoor recreation, accessible nature and rustic farm and agricultural attractions are all within reach.
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