Located in southern Oregon, Grants Pass (pop. 30,000) lies on the banks of the Rogue River. The town's historic district has buildings dating back to the late 1800's. The river offers including river rafting, boating and fishing.
The Great American Petting Zoo is located in Grants Pass but it is best known as a traveling petting zoo, appearing at zoos, rodeos and fairs around America.
Address: Great American Petting Zoo, PO Box 2304 , Grants Pass, OR 97528, United States
Phone: 1 (541) 512-1100, Fax: 1 (541) 512-1800
The Schmidt House Museum is in the former home of Claus and Hannchen Schmidt who were early settlers in Grants Pass. The house was built in the 1880's and still contains some of the original furnishings and an antique toy collection.
Hours:
May 24 to September 7: 10am-4pm; Closed: Sun, Mon, Sat
The Wolf Creek Inn is located in Wolf Creek. It was formerly known as the Wolf Creek Tavern and has been running almost continuously since it's opening in the late 1800's. It is listed in the National Register of Historic Places.