Explore Tualatin Valley - OREGON

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Game On in Tualatin Valley: A Premier Sports Destination

Tualatin Valley is where champions train and teams compete. Just minutes from Portland and less than 25 miles from Portland International Airport (PDX), this sports-friendly destination is home to world-renowned athletic brands, including Nike and Columbia Sportswear. This premier sports destination offers world-class venues for tournaments, championships and training camps. Sports planners will find top-tier facilities, team-friendly hotels and plenty of nearby attractions. Beyond the game, visitors can explore dining, shopping and outdoor adventures such as hiking, cycling and zip lining. With one of the nation’s largest indoor rock climbing gyms, Tualatin Valley is the ultimate destination for athletes and sports enthusiasts.

Things to do in the area

Meet the winemakers, enjoy relaxed conversation in a truly beautiful setting, and, of course, try the region’s world-class wines. Tualatin Valley encompasses the Willamette Valley area viticultural area (AVA), as well as the Chehalem Mountains AVA, and Oregon’s two newest AVAs: Tualatin Hills and Laurelwood District.

The valley’s estate wineries offer a wide variety to suit every palate and budget. Enjoy a favorite varietal or discover something new, Tualatin Valley’s 30+ wineries are the perfect place to share the beauty and bounty of the Willamette Valley wine country.

Outdoor activity is an integral part of the Oregon lifestyle. Rolling hills, wild canyons and just about everything in between is the perfect backdrop for a host of outdoor activity. From golf to zip-lining, Tualatin Valley boasts numerous activities for all adventurers. The Tualatin Valley welcomes wildlife lovers, paddlers, peddlers, runners, hikers and strollers (both kinds).

Three words: No Sales Tax. Tualatin Valley is Oregon’s premier shopping destination for fashionistas, techies, and antique hunters. Add the allure of free parking and it’s no mystery why shopping is one of Tualatin Valley’s prime attractions.

Stroll the farmers markets and discover and celebrate Oregon’s bounty, with seasonal produce, ready-to-eat specialties, locally made beverages and treats. A visit to the farmers market provides a perfect taste of Tualatin Valley, whether finding a meal on the go or seeking out the perfect farm-fresh gift for friends back home. Or pick your own fruits and flowers during the peak of the season.

Variety is the hallmark of the Tualatin Valley food scene. There’s something for everyone here, including an abundance of easy-on-the-wallet casual cafes, restaurants and brewpubs. For the truly adventurous, Tualatin Valley is home to the region’s best international eateries, while more conventional tastes will be satisfied with the area’s great burgers, coffee shops and cafes.

Travel details

Scenically situated between Portland and the northern Oregon Coast, and located just minutes from downtown Portland, getting to the Tualatin Valley is easy to do by car, bus or light rail.

The area is served by major interstate and state highways, including Interstate 5, U.S. Route 26 (US-26, also known as the Sunset Highway) and Oregon Route 217 (OR-217), and a number of Oregon state roadways, making it an easy destination to get to and around.

Tualatin Valley is approximately 30-40 minutes from the Portland International Airport, 90 minutes from Mt. Hood, and 90 minutes from the Oregon Coast.

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