---
id: "56273"
name: Over the Rivers & Through the Woods Scenic Byway
distance: "66"
duration: Allow 2 hours.
description: This 66-mile route begins in the rich farmland of the Willamette Valley, and then winds along rushing streams, and through dense forests as it climbs into the Cascades.
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websites:
  - url: https://traveloregon.com/things-to-do/trip-ideas/scenic-drives/over-the-river-and-through-the-woods/
    name: Oregon Travel Guide
attractions:
  - url: https://www.fs.usda.gov/willamette
    name: Willamette National Forest
designations:
  - Oregon State Scenic Byway
states:
  - OR
ll:
  - -123.06138181818181
  - 44.38886363636364
bounds:
  - - -123.06138181818181
    - 44.350201000000084
  - - -121.94053636363634
    - 44.436900000000094

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This 66-mile route begins in the rich farmland of the Williamette Valley, and then winds along rushing streams, and through dense forests as it climbs into the Cascades to join the West Cascades and McKenzie Pass-Santiam Pass National Scenic Byways.

Along the way travelers will pass through some of Oregon's oldest settlements, while experiencing the geographic diversity of five western Oregon ecosystems.  With access to rivers, reservoirs, parks and campgrounds, many trails and winter sports access areas, this byway offers a wide range of scenic wonders and recreational activities.