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Oregon<\/a><\/h1>

Oregon<\/a> is a state located in the Pacific Northwest<\/a> region of the United-States<\/a>. It is bordered by the Pacific-Ocean<\/a> to the west, Washington<\/a> to the north, Idaho<\/a> to the east, and California<\/a> and Nevada<\/a> to the south. The state is renowned for its diverse natural beauty, ranging from the rugged Oregon-Coast<\/a> to the volcanic peaks of the Cascade-Range<\/a>. Official state information can be found at the State of Oregon<\/a> website.<\/p>

The geography of Oregon<\/a> is dominated by the Cascade-Range<\/a>, which includes Mount-Hood<\/a>, the state's highest point, and Crater-Lake<\/a>, the centerpiece of Crater-Lake-National-Park<\/a>. The Willamette-Valley<\/a> serves as the agricultural and population center of the state, housing the largest city, Portland<\/a>, and the capital, Salem<\/a>. The economy has evolved from a reliance on timber and fishing to include a thriving technology sector known as the Silicon-Forest<\/a>, as well as the global headquarters of Nike<\/a>. Tourism and travel resources are provided by Travel Oregon<\/a>.<\/p>

Historically, the region was inhabited by numerous Native-American<\/a> tribes, including the Nez-Perce<\/a>, Chinook<\/a>, and Klamath<\/a>. During the 19th century, the Oregon-Trail<\/a> served as the primary route for thousands of settlers moving west. Comprehensive historical records are maintained by the Oregon History Project<\/a> and the Oregon Encyclopedia<\/a>.<\/p>