Oregon City is a Great Place for a Cheap and Educational Family Vacation

Still reeling from the ever soaring prices of gasoline in recent months, many Americans are finding that their vacation plans are significantly affected. Fuel purchases now take a bigger chunk out of a family's vacation budget, and some families are undoubtedly wondering if they will have to shelve all plans for any vacation at all. Many families around the country have warmed to the idea of so called "stay-cations", finding local activities to engage in so that there is no need to leave the city where they live. However, a lot of families out there would much prefer an out of town vacation. With a little flexibility and a willingness to choose inexpensive but often educational destinations and activities, a family can manage an inexpensive vacation despite rising fuel costs.

The state of Oregon is a great place to look for a family who wants to plan an inexpensive vacation with a lot of educational punch. One of the best Oregon locations to consider when trying to coordinate an inexpensive and educational vacation, is the city of Oregon City.

Oregon City lies just 20 miles South of the city of Portland, in Northern Oregon. Oregon City is certainly one of the most historic cities in Oregon, having been the destination for hundreds of thousands of pioneers who travelled the famous Oregon Trail during the 1800's. Because of it's rich history, Oregon City has ample opportunities for a family to explore educational sites that are often quite inexpensive as well.

Oregon City offers rides on vintage trolley cars around the historic areas of the city. A relaxing and educational activity, the schedules and routes for the Oregon City Trolley can be found at the Oregon City website. This activity fits very well into an inexpensive family vacation, as the Oregon City Trolley is absolutely free to ride!

While in Oregon City, make your way to The End of The Oregon Trail Interpretive Center, The McLoughlin House, and the Museum of The Oregon Territory. All of these destinations are extremely educational and admission is very inexpensive or even free.