The Dalles Attractions
The Dalles (pop. 12,000) is located along the Columbia River in the north of Oregon. The name comes from the French word for flag stone, "dalle".
The history of the area dates back 10,000 years. It was an important area for the Native Americans. This area of the river narrows and was a regular stopping area for travelers. It developed into a major trading area. Lewis and Clark stopped here during their expedition.
The history of the area dates back 10,000 years. It was an important area for the Native Americans. This area of the river narrows and was a regular stopping area for travelers. It developed into a major trading area. Lewis and Clark stopped here during their expedition.
Cascade Locks, Oregon
(Near The Dalles)
The town of Cascade Locks is located along the Columbia Gorge, on the northern edge of Oregon. The town was named after the Cascade Locks which were built in the late 1800's.
Cascade Locks Historical Museum
The Cascade Locks Historical Museum in Cascade Locks overlooks the original locks and provides information on local history including displays on river transportation and the locks, the logging industry and American Indians.
Columbia Gorge Discovery Center
The Columbia Gorge Discovery Center in The Dalles features two museums which relay the cultural and natural history of the Columbia River Gorge area. The center also features a living history park where visitors can experience life during the times of the early settlers.
All values are in United States Dollars
Hours
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 | 9:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Always closed on:
New Year's Day (January 1)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November )
Christmas - Christian (December 25)
| Adult | $ 8.00 |
| Senior | $ 7.00 |
| Child 16 & under | $ 4.00 |
| Child 5 & under | FREE |
Facilities
Restaurant or food service
Condon - Gilliam County Historical Museum Complex, Oregon
(Near The Dalles)
The Gilliam County Historical Museum Complex consists of a number of historic buildings, including a 1920 schoolhouse, an 1890 barbershop, and an 1884 log cabin. The museum collection features artifacts and documents related to the history of Gilliam County, as well as farm equipment and furniture from the early 1900's.
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Kimberly - John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, Oregon
(Near The Dalles)
The John Day Fossil Beds National Monument features a record of fossil plants and animals that span over 40 million years. The Thomas Condon Paleontology Center has fossil displays and a viewing window into the museum's laboratory.
John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
32651 Highway 19
Kimberly, OR 97848-9701
United States
32651 Highway 19
Kimberly, OR 97848-9701
United States
Phone 1 (541) 987-2333
Fax 1 (541) 987-2336
Moro - Sherman County Museum, Oregon
(Near The Dalles)
The Sherman County Historical Museum in the small town of Moro features a collection that includes over 15,000 items of American Indian artifacts, farming equipment, military and pioneer items.
Sherman County Museum
200 Dewey Street
Moro, OR 97039
United States
200 Dewey Street
Moro, OR 97039
United States
Phone 1 (541) 565-3232
Fax 1 (541) 565-3080
Hours
May 1 to October 31
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Open | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 | 10:00 |
| Close | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 | 17:00 |
Facilities
Gift shop
Original Wasco County Courthouse
The Original Wasco County Courthouse in The Dalles features films on the history of Wasco County and the Columbia River Gorge.
Parkdale, Oregon
(Near The Dalles)
Parkdale is located on the northeast side of Mount Hood National Forest. It is commonly referred to as "Mount Hood". The town is serviced by the Mount Hood Railroad which runs through the Mount Hood Valley.
St Peter's Landmark
This Gothic-style brick church was built in 1897 in The Dalles and dedicated the next year. Special features of the church include a six foot rooster perched on top of the church steeple, unique stained glass windows, Italian Carrara marble altars and other carved statues and structures.
Wonderworks Children's Museum
The Wonderworks Children's Museum in The Dalles features a variety of hands-on education exhibits in an indoor playroom for children to age four.
