The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) reports that crews will begin constructing an emergency evacuation ramp from Mountain Avenue to southbound Interstate 5 this Tuesday. Drivers should watch for shoulder closures and trucks on both Mountain Avenue and the interstate near milepost read more…
The article: I-5 Emergency Evacuation Ramp Project Begins Tuesday in Ashland, was originally published on I-5 Exit Guide
The Oregon Department of Transportation warns that unprepared drivers may face challenges through next week as a mix of winter storms are forecast for the Interstate 5 corridor and Cascade mountain passes. Conditions may cause either delays or closures so drivers should remain flexible.
“We a read more…
The article: Expect Winter Delays Over I-5 Siskiyous, Mt. Shasta Areas and Cascade Passes, was originally published on I-5 Exit Guide
Starting Monday, October 4, an Oregon Department of Transportation contractor will begin work strengthening the Interstate 5 Exit 58, north Grants Pass bridges.
Scoville Road and 6th Street under the bridges will be limited to a single lane until July. Local traffic will be controlled by read more…
The article: Oregon’s I-5 Exit 58, North Grants Pass Seismic Work Begins Monday, was originally published on I-5 Exit Guide
The Cascade Raptor Center has one of the largest collections of native raptor species in the Pacific Northwest and is a must-see on any visit to Eugene. This year-round volunteer-based nonprofit’s focus is on rehabilitation and education—when possible, they work to reintroduce their majestic inh read more…
The article: Cascades Raptor Center – Eugene, OR, was originally published on I-5 Exit Guide
We camped in Glenyan RV Park, a quiet pretty campground a few miles outside of Ashland, Oregon… home of the internationally acclaimed Shakespeare Festival and a great organic market. The park is clean and surrounded by water and wilderness. There is a scenic lake almost directly across Highway 66, the two lane road where the […]
Ram Restaurant and Brewhouse – Wilsonville, Oregon (I-5, exit 283) BenR72 writes: “Ram Restaurant and Brewhouse is a small chain of restaurants (about 20) located throughout the Northwest. This one in Wilsonville is a regular stop for us. We travel I-5 several times a month between Portland and Eugene and always find time to stop […]
I-5 doesn’t have to be a long, boring drive… You’re a little ahead of schedule and you’ve got a few extra hours, so what’s your hurry? Why not take a side trip? Get off the Interstate and discover the real America… small towns, scenic coastlines, historic communities and some of the east coast’s most enjoyable […]
Brutke’s Wagon Wheel – Roseburg, Oregon (I-5, Exit 125) Tricia55 writes: “We were pleasantly surprised with this restaurant! We were headed down I-5 to visit friends when we jumped off the Interstate (exit 125) to have dinner. The food and service at Brutke’s were both excellent! The steaks were cooked to perfection! The portions were […]
Tucked away in Southeast Portland near the Sellwood Bridge is Oaks Amusement Park, one of the oldest continuously operated amusement parks in the United States. A modest operation, the park currently includes about two dozen rides that operate seasonally, a skating rink that is open year-’round, and picnic grounds. The Oaks has been a part […]
Neskowin Creek RV Resort is located in a beautiful valley with hills and trees surrounding it. Although it was not promised in the literature, we were led to believe that we would have beach access during our stay. Upon arrival, we learned that a dispute between the park’s access rights and a housing project’s rights […]
