Douglas County Oregon
Douglas County covers 5,089 square miles, stretching from Mt. Thielsen in the Cascades to the Pacific Ocean. There are timberland and lush forests, lakes, reservoirs, rivers, pastures, meadows, orchards, farmland, dunes, and beaches.
Agriculture in Douglas County
The mild climate and rich variety of soil types contribute to successful crops such as grapes, berries, nuts, melons, apples, plums and nurseries. The area is a major sheep and cattle producer and also known for Arabian and quarter horse ranches, llama, rabbits, pygmy goats, long-eared donkeys, pigs, chinchilla and homing and racing pigeons.
Parks
Douglas County Park Department of Oregon has over 77 parks covering 3338 acres. It was the first park system in Oregon and has picnicking, fishing, boating, equestrian trails, hiking, swimming, ocean dune recreation, and crabbing for locals and tourists who love outdoor activities.
Umpqua National Forest
Some of the world’s most dense stands of Douglas Fir, Hemlock and Cedar are in almost a million acres of the western slopes of the Oregon Cascades. North Umpqua River waterfalls, spectacular scenery, and numerous recreational activities abound for its visitors.
Oregon Camping
Camping in Oregon is great and Douglas County has it all. Both hookup and non-hookup camp spots abound for camping in the mountains or at the beach. Oregon State Parks are known for their pristine beauty.
North Umpqua River Raft Trips, Canoeing, and Kayaking
If you like breathtaking scenery, take a canoe, kayak or river raft trip on the North Umpqua River. North Umpqua River raft trips can be scheduled for a full-day or half-day and you can rent whitewater rafting equipment.
Fishing in Oregon
Large Mouth, Small Mouth, and Striped Bass; Chinook, Silver, and Kokanee Salmon; Shad; Steelhead; Sturgeon; Brown, Cutthroat, Eastern Brook, and Rainbow Trout; and warm water Game Fish are found in the waters of Douglas County and off coastal shores.
Oregon Wine Country
Seven wineries are the source of award-winning varieties that make Douglas County part of the Oregon wine growing region.
Skiing in Oregon
Cross country skiing is found at Diamond Lake and Mount Baily offers Snowcat Skiing in all weather conditions.
Golf and Tennis in Roseburg
Four golf courses are found around Roseburg. Tennis Courts, indoor and outdoor with lighting, offer tennis players places to play.
Biking and Hiking In Southern Oregon
Hundreds of Oregon hiking trails are found in Douglas County with guided hikes for tourists. Oregon bike trails go along the South Umpqua River and throughout scenic rural regions.
Historic Attractions in Douglas County
Six covered bridges are found in the Land of Umpqua, and you can take the Coos Bay Wagon Road to the Oregon Coast. See historic homes and districts like the town of Oakland - the first city in Oregon to establish an historic district. The Douglas County Museum of History and Natural History recount the history of days gone by as well as natural resources.
Transportation
Roseburg Regional Airport is open to the public, but has no commercial service or control tower. It does have an asphalt runway in good condition (4602 x 100 ft), and airport services. Greyhound Bus has a station in Roseburg. Traffic is light to moderate and roads and streets are in good condition.
Business, Industry, and Employment in the Roseburg Area
Wood products have always been the backbone of the area's economy, but diversification of the economic base is being pursued. Specialty electronics, research and development, business forms, and law enforcement rain gear are just some of the items manufactured in the area. Personnel and Employment Services are instrumental in providing jobs to Douglas County residents.
Douglas County Hospitals
Mercy Medical Center and the Veterans Administration Medical Center are in Roseburg, as well as a cancer treatment center, several fully staffed emergency clinics, an outpatient surgery center, two medical supply firms and accredited convalescent and nursing centers.
Douglas County Library
10 branch libraries of the Douglas County Library system serve the area and library cards are free to all residents of Douglas County.
Churches in Roseburg
Over 100 churches and assemblies representing 50 denominations or religious organizations are in the Roseburg area.
Seven Feathers Casino and Resort
A large convention center, hotel, restaurant, and casino with regular entertainment is found south of Roseburg on I-5 at the Seven Feathers Casino and Resort.
Festivals, Fairs, and Fast Cars
Over a dozen annual fairs, festivals and rodeos, celebrating such events as forestry, wildflowers, art, crafts, harvests, antique cars, and more are found in the Roseburg area and the coast. Pacific Racing Association has auto racing at the Douglas County Fairgrounds Speedway track as well as numerous rodeos.
Cultural Activities
UACT (Umpqua Actors Community Theater) and the Umpqua Community College theater department present a number of live theatrical and musical productions. Roseburg Community Concert Association and the Umpqua Symphony Association bring in fine music as does the Music on the Halfshell set in the park. The Umpqua Valley Arts Center promotes local artists year-round and in their annual festival, as well as offering workshops and classes.
Schools in Douglas County
Umpqua Community College has a beautiful campus, surrounded by forested hills, bordered by the Umpqua River, and offering a wide variety of classes, both for credit and community education from painting to martial arts and a number of other interesting subjects. The area’s schools range from public to private Christian schools. A beauty college is in Roseburg as well.