First on the list is the Oregon Vortex, located in Gold Hill, Oregon. Since 1930, this strange anomaly has attracted visitors by seemingly defying the laws of physics. Here, people seem to shrink as they approach you, balls roll uphill, and brooms stand on end. Indigenous Americans once referred to the area as the “Forbidden Ground” because their horses would not set foot inside the perimeter.

This magical theme park in Salem, Oregon, brings fairytales to life through rides and interactive experiences that feel more like a roadside attraction than Disney. Face the Challenge of Mondor, an interactive ride where you'll fight the creatures of the dark at the behest of the local wizard. Explore Storybook Lane, where you can visit Alice in Wonderland. Stroll through the Old European Village and stop by Pinnochio’s Playhouse. You can even pan for gold in the Wild West-themed area!

Bibliophiles cannot plan a trip to Portland without visiting the world’s largest independent bookstore, Powell’s City of Books. The shop has over a million new and used books, including a room dedicated to rare books. Located downtown in Portland’s ultra-hip Pearl District, Powell’s City of Books is within walking distance of a wide array of indie boutiques, craft breweries, coffee shops, and art galleries.

Nestled on the Oregon Coast along Highway 101, the Prehistoric Gardens combine science, nature, and adventure in an immersive rainforest park with 23 life-like dinosaurs. Guests will feel like they have stepped into real-life Jurassic Park as they wander through the exhibits and come face-to-face with towering dinosaurs like a 46-foot Brachiosaurus and a flying Pteranodon.

The 125-foot Astoria Column atop Coxcomb Hill is a unique work of art that offers a jaw-dropping panoramic view of the Pacific Northwest. The monument was built in 1926 by Italian artist Attilio Pusterla to commemorate the original settlement of Oregon. Visitors climb the 164 steps to the observation deck daily to take in the unparalleled views while learning the fascinating stories of Oregon’s history through the artwork depicted along the way.

This legendary lumberjack has stood guard in the Kenton neighborhood of Portland since 1959, and at a whopping 31 feet, he’s pretty hard to miss. While there are Paul Bunyan statues in other parts of the country, Portland's is one of the largest. Don’t miss snapping a photo with the mythical logger before heading off to check out other Portland mainstays like the Oregon Zoo, Forest Park, Pittock Mansion, and the International Rose Test Garden.

Standing at 26 feet tall and over 2,500 pounds, this statue of Harvey the Giant Rabbit pays homage to the 1950 cartoon that went on to inspire the famed Broadway play and beloved moving starring Jimmy Stewart while attracting visitors worldwide to the Tualatin Valley. Located outside of a boat repair shop in Aloha, Oregon, the figure is the perfect photo op for your next Instagram story.

Old Perpetual Geyser is Oregon’s only continuously spouting geyser, shooting a magnificent plume of water over 60 feet every 90 seconds. The Lake County favorite in Hunter’s Hot Springs is located along the Outback Scenic Byway and makes for an ideal pitstop on an awe-inspiring drive. During your time in Lakeview, you can visit other attractions like Crater Lake National Park, the Sundial Bridge, and the National Automobile Museum.