Mary's Corvallis Guidebook
City/town information
The Willamette Valley was the 'Eden' at the end of the Oregon Trail for thousands of Americans who migrated to this region in the mid-nineteenth century. Located at the confluence of the Willamette and Mary's Rivers, Corvallis was described in 1874 as "...an incorporated city and county seat of Benton County, located on the west bank of the Willamette River, on a beautiful plateau one and a half miles wide, entirely above high water." The plateau upon which the city is built extends back to the foothills, until it is lost in the Coast Range of mountains which divides the Willamette Valley from the Pacific Ocean. The first official claims to land in this area were two 640 acre parcels; one at the junction of the Willamette and Mary's Rivers claimed by Joseph C. Avery in 1845, the other by William F. Dixon in 1846. Originally named Marysville, Corvallis was renamed by Avery in 1853 to avoid confusion with Marysville, California. Avery is credited with coining the town 'Corvallis' a name which he made up by compounding the Latin words for 'heart of the valley'.
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Corvallis
The Willamette Valley was the 'Eden' at the end of the Oregon Trail for thousands of Americans who migrated to this region in the mid-nineteenth century. Located at the confluence of the Willamette and Mary's Rivers, Corvallis was described in 1874 as "...an incorporated city and county seat of Benton County, located on the west bank of the Willamette River, on a beautiful plateau one and a half miles wide, entirely above high water." The plateau upon which the city is built extends back to the foothills, until it is lost in the Coast Range of mountains which divides the Willamette Valley from the Pacific Ocean. The first official claims to land in this area were two 640 acre parcels; one at the junction of the Willamette and Mary's Rivers claimed by Joseph C. Avery in 1845, the other by William F. Dixon in 1846. Originally named Marysville, Corvallis was renamed by Avery in 1853 to avoid confusion with Marysville, California. Avery is credited with coining the town 'Corvallis' a name which he made up by compounding the Latin words for 'heart of the valley'.
Food scene
Flame Mountain BBQ
1857 Northwest 9th StreetA tasty restaurant that lets you cook the food at your own table!
Little Morocco
517 Southwest 2nd StreetA middle eastern restaurant and café that is as delicious as it is unique!
Delicious Mexican food at a family owned and operated restaurant is a local favorite!
El Sol De Mexico
1597 Northwest 9th StreetDelicious Mexican food at a family owned and operated restaurant is a local favorite!
Pastini Pastaria
1580 NW 9th StA classic place to eat for all those pasta lovers.
Sightseeing
A vibrant campus, on its own is worth a visit with its varied and often rare plants, and beautiful buildings that date as far back as 1889. The school also boasts a state-of-the-art football stadium, Pack 12 sports, LaSell Stewart Center for concerts, art shows, and conventions, the Valley Library, The Memorial Union, and Dixon Recreational Center (complete with a rock climbing gym)!
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Oregon State University
1500 Southwest Jefferson WayA vibrant campus, on its own is worth a visit with its varied and often rare plants, and beautiful buildings that date as far back as 1889. The school also boasts a state-of-the-art football stadium, Pack 12 sports, LaSell Stewart Center for concerts, art shows, and conventions, the Valley Library, The Memorial Union, and Dixon Recreational Center (complete with a rock climbing gym)!
On Wed & Sat we have a great Farmers market in Corvallis . It is outdoors from Early Spring thru Oct, and indoors at our local fairgrounds through the winter.
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Corvallis Farmers' Market
Northwest 1st StreetOn Wed & Sat we have a great Farmers market in Corvallis . It is outdoors from Early Spring thru Oct, and indoors at our local fairgrounds through the winter.
Running Princess Apparel
351 SW Madison AveOne of my friend's shops and a great stop for any athletic apparel.
A wonderful area for spotting wildlife, hiking and walking trails, and beautiful scenery.
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William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge
A wonderful area for spotting wildlife, hiking and walking trails, and beautiful scenery.
A great hike just outside Corvallis. The views of the city by night or day are outstanding!
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Bald Hill Natural Area
A great hike just outside Corvallis. The views of the city by night or day are outstanding!
Take a stroll through beautiful forests and stumble upon a hidden take or two!
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Peavy Arboretum
Northwest Peavy Arboretum RoadTake a stroll through beautiful forests and stumble upon a hidden take or two!
McDonald-Dunn Forest
A hikers paradise come to life!
One of the best spots in the area for stargazing, watching sunsets, or simply getting a bit lost in nature.
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Chip Ross Park
Northwest Lester AvenueOne of the best spots in the area for stargazing, watching sunsets, or simply getting a bit lost in nature.
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Bike Rentals
Peak Sports in downtown Corvallis on 2nd street offers bicycle rentals. This is a great way to explore and see more of the town up close and personal!