Grants Pass, Oregon

Grants Pass, Oregon rewards the curious—a Southern Oregon town evolving quietly and intentionally, with a strong sense of place and a welcome that doesn’t try too hard. Nestled in the Rogue River Valley, it’s surrounded by wilderness and steeped in history, offering a version of the Pacific Northwest that feels real, rooted, and refreshingly unscripted. Visitors can explore a growing network of trails on Dollar Mountain, where scenic paths and rugged biking routes deliver valley views just minutes from downtown. Along the Rogue River Greenway, walkers and cyclists wind through quiet bends and shaded forests, feeling worlds away while still close to town. Above it all, Oregon Caves National Monument & Preserve invites travelers underground and into the cosmos—its designation as an International Dark Sky Park makes for unforgettable stargazing. Grants Pass doesn’t rush to impress. Instead, it invites you to slow down, look deeper, and stay awhile.