Oregon became the 33rd state on February 14, 1859. Salem is the state capital. There are currently 36 counties each with a courthouse.
Click on a county below to learn more:
Highest Point – Mount Hood ( 11,240 feet ) is located in Clackamas County and Hood River County.
Lowest Point – Pacific Ocean (sea level )
Oldest Courthouse still in use - Benton County (1896-1897)
Oldest Former Courthouse - Jackson County (1883-1884)
State Capitol – Salem
Governor Mansion – Salem