• Where is Grants Pass located?
    • Situated near the Applegate Valley in Southern Oregon’s Josephine County, Grants Pass is a newly revitalized city with a bustling downtown area, many historic buildings, and a tight-knit arts community.
  • What outdoor activities are available in Grants Pass?
    • Visitors can enjoy white-water rafting on the Rogue River, wine-tasting in the surrounding Applegate Valley, and exploring the Oregon Caves National Monument.
  • What community events take place in Grants Pass?
    • The city hosts numerous community events, including Concert in The Park.
  • What kind of dining and craft beverages are available?
    • Grants Pass is home to plenty of farm-to-table restaurants, craft breweries, and art galleries.
  • Are there recreational activities outside the city?
    • Yes, the outskirts of the town offer numerous outdoor and recreational activities.

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1. Wildlife Images Rehabilitation & Education Center

Wildlife Images Rehabilitation & Education Center

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  • What is Wildlife Images Rehabilitation & Education Center?
  • Where is the center located?
    • The center is based on 24 acres of land next to Oregon’s famous Rogue River.
  • What facilities does the center have?
    • The center features an animal sanctuary, a veterinary clinic, and an education center focused on raising awareness about the local environment and wildlife.
  • What can visitors do at the center?
    • Visitors to the working rehabilitation center can take self-guided tours of the sanctuary and learn more about the animals in situ through interpretive signs and friendly docents.

11845 Lower River Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97526, Phone: 541-476-0222

2. Evergreen Federal Bank's Bear Hotel

Evergreen Federal Bank's Bear Hotel

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  • What is Evergreen Federal Bank's Bear Hotel?
  • Why is it called the Bear Hotel?
    • The name comes from the famous art project ‘BearFest’, which featured 182 fiberglass bears created by 85 artists and displayed in downtown Grants Pass.
  • What can visitors see at the Bear Hotel?
    • The museum is home to a permanent art collection and a variety of community art projects, including the BearFest bears.
  • What events are hosted at the Bear Hotel?
    • The Bear Hotel hosts a variety of community events throughout the year that highlight the beauty and artistic expression of Southern Oregon. Some events include:
      • The Southern Oregon Adventure
      • BearFest
      • An Old-Fashioned Celebration of America
      • Magical Christmas Murals

2101 NE Spalding Ave, Grants Pass, OR 97526, Phone: 541-479-3351

3. Troon Vineyard

Troon Vineyard

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  • What is Troon Vineyard?
    • Established in 1972, Troon Vineyard is a Demeter Biodynamic® and Organic Certified wine estate located in the heart of the Applegate Valley.
  • How large is the vineyard and what types of wines are produced?
    • The vineyard spans 40 acres and produces more than 20 varietals from wine-growing regions in Southern Europe, including Madiran, Cahors, Bandol, Languedoc, and Sardegna.
  • Where is Troon Vineyard located?
    • The vineyard is nestled halfway between Grants Pass and Jacksonville in Oregon’s Applegate Valley.
  • What facilities does Troon Vineyard offer?
    • Troon Vineyard features a stylish Mediterranean-style tasting room with a lovely shaded stone patio and a grassy area for picnics.
  • What kind of tasting experience does Troon Vineyard provide?
    • Friendly and knowledgeable staff offer guided tastings of the winery’s award-winning wines.

1475 Kubli Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97527, Phone: 541-846-9900

4. Wooldridge Creek Winery

Wooldridge Creek Winery

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  • What is Wooldridge Creek Winery?
    • Wooldridge Creek Winery is a family-owned and operated wine estate that has been producing award-winning wines since the 1970s.
  • How large is the winery?
    • The estate spans 180 acres, with 56 acres dedicated to vineyards.
  • What types of wines are produced?
    • The winery produces a limited range of single-varietal wines, including:
      • Cabernet Sauvignon
      • Cabernet Franc
      • Chardonnay
      • Viognier
      • Riesling
      • Zinfandel
  • What does the tasting experience include?
    • The modern tasting room at Wooldridge Creek offers guided samplings of hand-crafted wine, cured meats, and artisan cheeses, with breathtaking views over the Applegate River Valley from the front patio or the surrounding gardens.
  • Are guided tours available?
    • Yes, visitors can enjoy guided tours of the farm, the hillside winery, and the farm creamery and charcuterie.

818 Slagle Creek Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97527, Phone: 541-846-6364

5. Rogue Creamery Dairy Farm

Rogue Creamery Dairy Farm

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  • What is Rogue Creamery Dairy Farm?
    • Rogue Creamery Dairy Farm is a USDA Certified Organic dairy with 68 certified organic grazing acres that has been producing award-winning cheese for the past 80 years.
  • Where does Rogue Creamery draw its inspiration?
    • The creamery takes inspiration from the surrounding beauty and flavors of Southern Oregon’s Rogue River Valley.
  • What types of cheese does Rogue Creamery produce?
    • Rogue Creamery handcrafts:
      • Cheddar cheese
      • Blue cheese
      • TouVelle using certified organic whole milk
  • Where is Rogue Creamery located?
    • Nestled along the banks of the rugged and scenic Rogue River, the creamery offers visitors a picturesque experience.
  • Does Rogue Creamery have a cheese shop?
    • Yes, the onsite cheese shop sells a variety of the creamery’s products, along with cheese-related merchandise, kitchen accessories, and gift boxes.

6531 Lower River Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97526, Phone: 541-471-7292

6. Fort Vannoy Farms

Fort Vannoy Farms

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  • What is Fort Vannoy Farms?
    • Fort Vannoy Farms is a working farm that produces a variety of fresh produce in the rich, fertile soil of the Rogue Valley.
  • What can visitors find at the Farm Stand Market?
    • The Farm Stand Market is at the center of the farm and sells seasonal farm produce picked fresh from the farm, including:
      • Berries and other fresh fruit
      • Vegetables
      • Homemade honey
  • Does Fort Vannoy Farms host seasonal events?
    • Yes, Fort Vannoy Farms celebrates the Harvest Season with a variety of activities for children, including:
      • A corn maze
      • A pumpkin patch
  • Are there picnic areas at the farm?
    • Yes, there are plenty of lovely places for picnicking with picturesque views.

5791 Lower River Rd, Grants Pass, OR 97526, Phone: 541-479-3765

7. Boatnik

Boatnik

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  • What is Boatnik?
    • Boatnik is an annual boating festival held in Riverside Park in Grants Pass over Memorial Day Weekend.
  • How long has Boatnik been hosted?
    • The festival has been hosted for over 60 years.
  • When does the festival begin?
    • The festival begins on Thursday evening and offers a wealth of activities for the whole family.
  • What activities are available at Boatnik?
    • Boatnik features a variety of activities, including:
      • Boat racing
      • Bingo
      • Carnival rides
      • Arts and crafts
      • Papa John's pizza-eating contest
      • Chevy Drive It Home Golf Shoot-Out
      • Monday Sundaes
      • Numerous children's activities
  • What special events take place during Boatnik?
    • Other fun events include:
      • A spectacular fireworks display
      • The Boatnik Brewfest
      • The Davis Shows Carnival
      • Live entertainment and music concerts
      • The World-Famous Tom Rice Memorial White Water Hydroplane Race
      • A jet flyover on Memorial Day

Grants Pass, OR 97528

8. Grants Pass Museum of Art

Grants Pass Museum of Art

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  • What is the Grants Pass Museum of Art?
    • Located in the heart of the historic old town, the Grants Pass Museum of Art highlights local and regional artwork and hosts an array of art-related events.
  • What kind of events does the museum host?
    • The museum offers events such as:
      • Poetry readings
      • Music events
      • Workshops
  • What exhibitions are on display?
    • The museum provides visitors with the opportunity to gain a more in-depth insight into different cultures from around the world with a variety of permanent and eight rotating exhibitions featuring art from local and international artists.
  • What additional programs does the museum offer?
    • In addition to exhibitions, the museum also hosts:
      • Art and poetry workshops
      • Live music performances
      • Poetry readings
      • Life drawing lessons
      • Other signature events

229 SW G St, Grants Pass, OR 97526, Phone: 541-479-3290

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