Things to do in Ashland
Mt. Ashland Ski Resort
Community-owned Mt. Ashland, the highest mountain in Southern Oregon’s Siskiyou range, is one of the only slopes in the nation where skiers can carve graceful turns during the day and enjoy clever turns of phrase at night. It’s located just 30 minutes from Ashland, where après- ski options include a vibrant arts community, superb restaurants and a world-famous Shakespeare Festival. Call (541) 482.2897 for more information.
693 Washington, Ashland, OR 97520
Oregon Shakespeare Festival
Every year, from February to October, some 120,000 culture connoisseurs flock to the Tony Award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) in Ashland. And for good reason. In 2003, Time magazine named OSF among the top five regional theaters in the country. Call (541) 482.4331 for more information.
15 S. Pioneer Street, Ashland, OR 97520
Rogue Umpqua Scenic Byway
A stunning day trip from Ashland, Two Raging Rivers Run Through It. From any Southern Oregon town on I-5, you're only moments from enjoying this spectacular route. Follow the "Wild and Scenic" Umpqua and Rogue rivers through enchanting recreation areas in the heart of the southern Cascades. Plan on a full day to experience all the wonders along the way and a lifetime to fully appreciate them.
ScienceWorks Handson Museum
At this interactive science center located in the southern Oregon town of Ashland (also known for the Oregon Shakespeare Festival), kids can play their way through some 80 interactive exhibits. They're encouraged to use pully power to levitate themselves, use their energy from pedaling a bike to make an electric train round the tracks, draw in 3-D and so much more. Call (541) 482-6767 for more information.
1500 E. Main St, Ashland, OR 97520