OTE - Oregon Travel Experience

News & Press

  • 2013 Deep Roots now available

    Download the PDF version of Deep Roots by clicking on the image. This may take a minute to load due to large file size.
    Oregon Travel Experience’s annual heritage publication, “Deep Roots” is now available to read online, or you may request a copy be mailed to you or your organization. (We have a limited amount …

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  • Keeping it clean and safe at Baldock rest area

    John Jamieson slides his lanky frame from the cab of his pick-up. New to OTE’s rest area management team, Jamieson is the new supervisor at Baldock, one of the state’s largest and busiest highway rest areas.
    Approximately 25 miles from Portland (on Interstate-5 at milepost 281), Baldock’s footprint extends outward in 50-acre parcels from both sides …

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  • Tillamook finds its northern Blue Star once more

    When OTE assumed management of the Tillamook rest area one year ago, its onsite rest area team embarked on a vigorous campaign to revitalize the surrounding landscape. The team’s goal was to improve visibility and safety for motorists, and at the same time, highlight the rugged beauty of Oregon’s North Coast.
    In 2012, OTE held a …

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  • Celebrating Government Camp’s first OTE anniversary

    The little rest area at Government Camp on Highway 26 is growing up. Since OTE assumed supervision of the small A-frame building, regular commuters and visitors will note many improvements by our onsite team. Rest area team members John Garmon and Barry Reed have barely been able to catch their breath since initiating the refurbishment …

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Oregon Travel Information Council

Oregon Travel Experience’s governing body is known as the Oregon Travel Information Council in Oregon Statute. Ten members are appointed by the governor and one position represents the Oregon Transportation Commission. Their mission is to create a great visitor experience by providing directions to destinations, connecting travelers with Oregon’s resources, and ensuring safe and convenient travel. Find out when our governing council will meet next or review minutes from the last meeting.

Welcome to OTE: Our 2012 Annual Report

We thought you might enjoy a little history about our agency and the many ways we’ve grown over the years. We produced our digital 2012 Annual Report to help reduce paper mass. (Stop the report at any point by clicking on the pause button.)

 OTE’s skilled team is ready to serve you

13crewAll of us at OTE are committed to making your Oregon highway experience a great one. From the men and women ensuring your safety at our rest areas to the people helping you navigate a highway logo sign application, OTE employees agree that customers come first.

We know what it’s like to be on the other end and traveling with our family or friends–you want where you stop to be clean and safe, and you want to find your way easily without having to search for the information. And, you expect to have a great time.

It’s a big road out there and we’re here to help. If you would like to learn more about us, our bios are posted on the OTE staff page.

Program Quick Links

The following links connect you to our main programs:

Highway Business Signs: A cost effective tool for local businesses to gain exposure along busy highways. Blue logo signs direct motorists to essential services and nearby attractions.

Rest Areas: Oregon Travel Experience supervises 20 rest areas across the state. Stop and rest, walk the dog and let the kids jump and run. See where Oregon Travel Experience’s rest areas are located and why we take your safety seriously.

Sales Programs: From travel plazas to TripCheck.com, Oregon Travel Experience connects you with the latest traveler information. Both businesses and motorists benefit from exposure in our travel information centers.

Heritage Trees: Want to learn more about these spectacular beauties? Come visit our map and detail pages and listen to an audio tour.

Historical Markers: A venerable program handed down through the generations, Oregon’s historical markers can be the focus of a weekend family outing.

Places to Stop: Use your mobile device and check out these hidden gems. Our highway sign customers run some of the most unique businesses in Oregon. These Sunday-living styled articles can help you find the perfect place to stay, eat, or have fun.

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Go on a Field Trip with OTE

It's as easy as one, two, three... just click on the Field Trip icon above, and download the app for free. It's available for Android or iOS platforms. Receive push notifications about OTE's heritage sites when you're on the road, bike, or taking a hike through your favorite Oregon city or town.