National Register Listing

McLoughlin Promenade

Roughly along Singer Hill W. of High St., Oregon City, OR
Local significance of the site:
Social History; Entertainment/recreation; Engineering

Listed in National Register of Historic Places in 2014.

The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation’s historic places worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service’s National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America’s historic and archeological resources.

The Oregon Vortex, located near Gold Hill, Oregon, is a place where the laws of physics seem to be distorted. Objects appear to roll uphill, people's heights appear to change, and other unusual phenomena have been reported.
Oregon random facts
Clackamas County, located in the state of Oregon, has a rich and diverse history that spans thousands of years. The earliest known inhabitants of the area were various Native American tribes, including the Clackamas and the Molalla tribes, who relied on the region's abundant natural resources for their livelihood.

In the early 19th century, European explorers and fur trappers arrived in the area, followed by the establishment of the Oregon Trail, a major route for settlers heading westward. Clackamas County was officially established on July 5, 1843, becoming one of the original four counties in the Oregon Territory. The county was named after the Clackamas tribe, who referred to themselves as the Clackamas Chinookan people.

During the mid-19th century, the county experienced rapid growth and development as settlers arrived in search of land and new opportunities. Agriculture played a crucial role in the region, with farms and orchards flourishing, and the Willamette River serving as a vital transportation route. The county also saw the establishment of several communities, including Oregon City, which became the first incorporated city west of the Rocky Mountains.

In the 20th century, Clackamas County underwent significant changes with the growth of the timber industry, attracting many logging and lumber companies. The construction of hydroelectric dams, such as the Clackamas River Hydroelectric Project, brought further industrial development to the region. Today, the county is known for its diverse landscapes, including forests, rivers, and mountains, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers. It continues to thrive as a vibrant and thriving community, with a strong emphasis on preserving its environmental and cultural heritage.

This timeline provides a condensed summary of the historical journey of Clackamas County, Oregon.

  • 1843 - Clackamas County is created as one of the original four districts in the Oregon Territory.
  • 1844 - The first county seat, Oregon City, is established.
  • 1853 - The Oregon City Bridge, the first suspension bridge on the West Coast, is completed.
  • 1873 - Lake Oswego is incorporated as a town.
  • 1912 - The Pacific Highway, connecting Oregon City and Portland, is completed.
  • 1935 - Mount Hood National Forest is established, encompassing a large portion of Clackamas County.
  • 1974 - Clackamas Town Center, the county's largest shopping mall, opens in Happy Valley.
  • 1998 - The Clackamas County Event Center is constructed in Canby to host fairs, rodeos, and other events.
  • 2017 - The Willamette Falls Locks, a historic navigation system, closes for repairs and restoration.
  • 2020 - The Riverside Fire, one of Oregon's most destructive wildfires, burns through parts of Clackamas County.