The Willamette Valley has a rich agricultural tradition—where farmers grow dozens of crops, chefs find creative ways to use those in appetizing dishes, and markets share that bounty with shoppers from around the world. In recent years, that tradition has inspired the creation of three Willamette Valley food trails and four Willamette Valley farm loops across the region.
But what are food trails and farm loops? Basically, they're self-guided tours—with up to 50 farms, markets, eateries, breweries, or wineries scattered around smaller regions within the Willamette Valley. You can visit as many as you'd like and take as much time as you have—whether you can only sneak in one stop or want to spend a whole weekend digging into the roots of the Willamette Valley's home-grown goods.
In all, seven farm loops and food trails cover every corner of the Willamette Valley, and we're excited to introduce you to each below; learn more about what you'll find in each area, how much time to give yourself, and what you'll encounter along the way. Bon appétit!
The Oregon Food Trails program connects foodies with farmers, anglers, restaurateurs, brewers, vintners, and more all over the Beaver State—and a trio of these self-guided food trails span every corner of the Willamette Valley. Here's where to enjoy fresh fare, all year long, around the region.
Check out nearly 50 eateries, markets, and more along the self-guided Great Oaks Food Trail around Amity, Dallas, Monmouth, and Independence.
Dozens of wineries, craft breweries, farms, ranches, and markets make up the self-guided Mid-Willamette Valley Food Trail around Corvallis and Albany.
Nearly 60 businesses span the far-reaching South Willamette Valley Food Trail around the likes of Eugene, Springfield, and Cottage Grove.
The Oregon Farm Loop program comprises four self-guided farm loops around the Willamette Valley—where visitors can sip the region's best wines, sample farm-fresh fare, get up-close with friendly animals, learn about life on the farm, and more.
The Yamhill Farm Loop sits at the northern edge of the Willamette Valley—not far from Yamhill, Carlton, Newberg, and other bustling communities.
Check out flower farms, award-winning wineries, and other attractions along the 20-stop South Clackamas Farm Loop around Canby and Molalla.
Check out 17 farms, innovative eateries, produce stands, and other fun stops along the Farmlandia Farm Loop near Wilsonville.
Dive into Salem's rich agricultural history along the Marion Farm Loop—made up of 30 U-pick farms, vineyards, and more.
