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Located in the beautiful state of Oregon, Medford is a city that offers a diverse range of attractions and activities for travelers. Nestled in the scenic Rogue Valley, Medford is known for its natural beauty, outdoor adventures, and thriving arts scene.

Nature enthusiasts will be delighted by the multitude of outdoor activities available in and around Medford. With its mild climate and stunning landscapes, the region is a haven for hiking, biking, and fishing. The nearby Rogue River is renowned for its world-class fishing, where anglers can try their luck at catching salmon and steelhead. For those seeking a more leisurely experience, the Rogue River Valley offers picturesque picnic spots and tranquil walking trails.

Wine lovers will also find themselves in paradise in Medford. The region is home to numerous award-winning wineries and vineyards, where visitors can sample a variety of wines and immerse themselves in the local wine culture. From boutique wineries to larger estate vineyards, there is something to suit every palate in Medford.

Culture and history enthusiasts will not be disappointed either. The city boasts a vibrant arts scene, with galleries showcasing the works of local artists and regular live performances at the Craterian Theater. History buffs can explore the historic downtown area, where charming buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries have been preserved. The Medford Carnegie Library, a beautiful example of neoclassical architecture, is a must-visit for history and architecture lovers.

For a taste of local cuisine, visitors can indulge in the diverse culinary offerings in Medford. From farm-to-table restaurants serving fresh, locally sourced ingredients to cozy cafes and bakeries, the city's food scene is sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate.

Alternative names: Population: 79.8 thous.Area: 25.77 mi²Elevation: 1368 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°19'39"N, 122°52'16"W

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Medford Attractions - What to See and Explore

Medford offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Agate Desert, Rogue Valley, Craterian Theater, Bear Creek. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

42°25'44"N • 122°53'54"W
Agate Desert
The Agate Desert is a 53-acre prairie located in the area of White City, Oregon. The area is not in fact a desert as its name suggests. The Agate Desert is so named because of the abundance of agate, petrified wood, jasper, and other minerals found there.
42°26'24"N • 122°55'34"W
Rogue Valley
The Rogue Valley is a valley region in southwestern Oregon in the United States. Located along the middle Rogue River and its tributaries in Josephine and Jackson counties, the valley forms the cultural and economic heart of Southern Oregon near the California border.
Theater • Concerts and shows • Event space
Craterian Theater
The Craterian Theater at the Collier Center for the Performing Arts is a state-of-the-art performing arts center located in Medford, Oregon. While the theater has a seating capacity of 732, the theater will frequently hold large, national concerts, dance, and theatrical tours.

42°25'56"N • 122°58'13"W
Bear Creek
Bear Creek is the name of a stream located entirely within Jackson County, Oregon. The stream drains approximately 400 square miles of the Rogue Valley and discharges an annual average of 114 cubic feet per second into the Rogue River.
42°21'17"N • 122°47'13"W
Roxy Ann Peak
Roxy Ann Peak, also known as Roxy Ann Butte, is a 3,576-foot-tall mountain in the Western Cascade Range at the eastern edge of Medford, Oregon.
Mountain • North Medford
Coker Butte
Coker Butte is a summit in the U.S. state of Oregon. The elevation is 1,667 feet. Coker Butte was named after one C. W. Coker.
Cemetery
Medford IOOF Cemetery
The Medford IOOF Cemetery in Medford, Oregon, also known as Medford Odd Fellows Cemetery and as Eastwood–IOOF Cemetery, was founded in 1890. The cemetery was managed by the IOOF Lodge until 1969 where maintenance was transferred to the City of Medford, where it remains today.
Concerts and shows • Historical and heritage tours • Theater
Holly Theatre
The Holly Theatre is a historic Spanish Colonial Revival theater in Medford, Jackson County, Oregon, United States.
Square • Downtown Medford
Vogel Plaza
Vogel Plaza is a town square at the intersection of E. Main Street and Central Avenue in Medford, Oregon, United States. It is named for Medford's first city councillor Virginia Vogel.
42°24'44"N • 122°46'13"W
Agate Lake
Agate Lake is a reservoir located 1,510 feet above sea level in Jackson County, Oregon, United States. It is 13 miles northeast of Medford, just north of Roxy Ann Peak. The lake is formed by the 86-foot tall Agate Dam, which impounds Dry Creek, in the Rogue River watershed.
42°19'32"N • 122°52'37"W
James A. Redden Federal Courthouse
The James A. Redden Federal Courthouse, formerly the United States Post Office and Courthouse, is a federal courthouse located in Medford, Jackson County, Oregon, United States. Completed in 1916 under the supervision of architect Oscar Wenderoth, it houses the United States District Court for the District of Oregon.
42°19'23"N • 122°52'41"W
Jackson County Courthouse
Jackson County Courthouse is an Art Deco building in Medford, Oregon, United States that was built in 1932, six years after county residents voted to move the county seat from Jacksonville to Medford.
Mountain • Barneburg Hill
Barneburg Hill
Barneburg Hill is a summit in the U.S. state of Oregon. The elevation is 1,713 feet. Barneburg Hill was named for the local Barneburg family.
42°19'35"N • 122°52'16"W
Rogue Gallery and Art Center
Art gallery • Museum
42°19'43"N • 122°52'23"W
The Commons Medford
Park • Downtown Medford
Library • Downtown Medford
Medford Carnegie Library
The Medford Carnegie Library is a two-story library building located in Medford, Oregon, United States. The building was erected in 1911 as a gift from Andrew Carnegie.
Park
Claire Hanley Arboretum
Claire Hanley Arboretum is an arboretum located on the grounds at the Oregon State University Extension and Research campus, 569 Hanley Road, Medford, Oregon.
42°19'43"N • 122°50'46"W
Frank Chamberlain Clark House
The Frank Chamberlain Clark House in Medford, Oregon was designed by architect Frank Chamberlain Clark in Colonial Revival style and was built in 1930. It was listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places in 1982. Clark designed the house at the height of his prolific career.
42°21'11"N • 122°49'19"W
H. Chandler and Alice B. Egan House
The H. Chandler and Alice B. Egan House is a historic house in Medford, Oregon, United States. Champion golfer and noted golf course architect Chandler Egan designed it in the Arts and Crafts style soon after he relocated from Chicago to Medford where he explored his interest in farming.

Things to See and Do in Medford by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Medford.

Culture

Craterian Theater
Medford
TheaterConcerts and showsEvent spaceDowntown Medford
Holly Theatre
Medford
Concerts and showsHistorical and heritage toursTheaterDowntown Medford
Rogue Gallery and Art Center
Medford
Art galleryMuseumDowntown Medford

Day trips

Medford – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Medford, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Mount McLoughlin (Sky Lakes Wilderness), Allen Elizabethan Theatre (Ashland), Lithia Fountain (Ashland).

29 milesE
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Mount McLoughlin, Sky Lakes Wilderness
Mount McLoughlin is a dormant steep-sided stratovolcano, or composite volcano, in the Cascade Range of southern Oregon and within the Sky Lakes Wilderness. It is one of the volcanic peaks in the Cascade Volcanic Arc, within the High Cascades sector.
12 milesSE
Theater
Allen Elizabethan Theatre, Ashland
The Allen Elizabethan Theatre has evolved since the founding of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival when the first performance of Twelfth Night was presented on July 2, 1935.
12 milesSE
Fountain
Lithia Fountain, Ashland
The Lithia Fountain is a fountain in Ashland, Oregon, United States, installed in 1927. Health benefits of water from the fountain, and the city's others, have been debated. High barium levels forced the city's public works department to turn off the fountains temporarily in 2016.
26 milesSE
Nature, Natural attraction, Volcano
Pilot Rock, Soda Mountain Wilderness
Pilot Rock is a prominent volcanic plug located in the western Cascade Range near the east end of the Siskiyou Mountains, just east of the Siskiyou Summit near Ashland, Oregon.
42 milesW
Nature and wildlife, Park, Zoo
Great Cats World Park, Cave Junction
Great Cats World Park is a big cat zoo. It is located a few miles south of Cave Junction, Oregon, United States. It is owned and managed by Craig Wagner.

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Best Time To Visit Medford

Learn when is the best time to travel to Medford weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Medford?

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What is the best time to visit Medford?

May and June are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in July. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January.