Vida, OR

Travel Guide

Detail, base of pylon, south bank.
Detail, base of pylon, south bank.
Oregon has more covered bridges than any other western state, a point of pride for The Covered Bridge Society of Oregon. However, a century or so ago, the State went absolutely bananas for the things, building six hundred of them between 1905 and 1925. Now, let's face it, there is enough water in the state to support six hundred thousand covered bridges. But when you hear a number like that, you can only imagine a long chain of unfortunate buggy drivers and early adopters of the newfangled horseless carriage, all forced to slalom down the entire length of a river, crossing one covered bridge after another. Today, the number of these structures still in place is a considerably smaller and less eyebrow-twisting total of fifty-one. The bridge you see here is the longest of all of them, at a full one hundred sixty-five feet across. Built for the then whopping sum of thirteen thousand dollars and change, it fell into disrepair until the county coughed up the less than quaint sum of seven hundred fifty thousand dollars to set things aright. It was re-dedicated in 1987, and has been serving the good people of Lane County (and any photographer who lays eyes on it) ever since. http://www.covered-bridges.org/bridges.htm
Enchanting hike along the McKenzie River to Sahalie and Koosah Falls through a primitive forest. Breathtaking.
Willamette National Forest featuring rapids
Sweet Home Inn

Sweet Home Inn

2 out of 5
805 Long St. Sweet Home OR
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The price is ₩213,205 per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
₩213,205
₩251,345 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Sweet Home. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions East Linn Museum and Northside Park are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (226 reviews)
Charming vintage hotel. Staff was very friendly and the facilities were clean.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Sweet Home Inn
Foster Lake Inn

Foster Lake Inn

2.5 out of 5
6281 Highway 20 Sweet Home OR
Stay at this guesthouse in Sweet Home. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Sankey Park and Northside Park are located ...
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Little Creek Cove Beachfront Resort

Little Creek Cove Beachfront Resort

3 out of 5
3641 NW Oceanview Drive Newport OR
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Newport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,534 reviews)
Absolutely spotless clean room! Very nice upbeat staff, and nice and quiet

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Little Creek Cove Beachfront Resort
Rockaway Beach Resort

Rockaway Beach Resort

3.5 out of 5
615 N Pacific St Rockaway Beach OR
Book a stay at this beach condo in Rockaway Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Rockaway Beach Resort
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Hillsboro

Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Hillsboro

3 out of 5
3133 Ne Shute Rd Hillsboro OR
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Hillsboro. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,076 reviews)
Clean, quiet.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

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Popular places to visit

Marten Rapids Park

Explore the great outdoors at Marten Rapids Park, a lovely green space in Vida. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or seek out the fishing spots.

Marten Rapids Park

Eagle Rock Park

Explore the great outdoors at Eagle Rock Park, a lovely green space in Vida. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or seek out the fishing spots.

Eagle Rock Park

Quartz Creek Picnic Area

Explore the great outdoors at Quartz Creek Picnic Area, a lovely green space in Vida. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront, or seek out the fishing spots.

Quartz Creek Picnic Area

Silver Creek Landing

After visiting Silver Creek Landing, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Vida. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or seek out the fishing spots.

Silver Creek Landing

Gate Creek Park

Explore the great outdoors at Gate Creek Park, a lovely green space in Vida. Stroll along the riverfront in this family-friendly area, or seek out the fishing spots.

Gate Creek Park

Blue River Dam

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Blue River Dam, a lovely green space in Vida. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront, or seek out the fishing spots.

Blue River Dam

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Must See & Do: McKenzie-Santiam Pass Scenic Byway, McKenzie River Recreational Trail, Dee Wright Observatory, Clear Lake, Scott Lake Sisters, Sahalie & Koosah Falls. Drive, Hike & Enjoy!