Canby is the agricultural heart of Oregon
From trout fishing and grape stomping to ferry rides and winery tours, the country town of Canby offers up a wealth of delicious food, fine wines, and fun outdoor activities. Located in the Willamette Valley, Canby is in the agricultural heart of Oregon. Canby vacation rentals are close to verdant family-run farms that grow everything from Christmas trees and tulips to blueberries and crunchy hazelnuts. The town offers more than just food, though. Pristine golf courses welcome golfers of every capability, lovers of flowers will find exquisite flower farms and festivals, and adventurers can join exciting geocaching treasure hunts.
Festivals and ferries in Canby
Lovers of flowers will find over 40 acres of floral inspiration at the annual Dahlia Festival, while wine aficionados can sip their way through the regions finest wines, liqueurs, and beers at the Canby Wine, Food & Brew. Canby vacation rentals are a great home base from which to hike mountain trails in the wilderness of Mount Hood National Forest, and eat clam chowder at the Oregon Coast. Experience a slice of Oregon history on the Canby Ferry, 1 of 3 remaining vehicle ferries in the state. Learn more at Canby Depot Museum in one of Oregon's oldest railroad stations.
Food and farm inspiration in Canby
With its wealth of verdant and productive farms, Canby offers numerous inspiring farm tours where you can pick armloads of fresh flowers, watch sheep getting sheared, and shop for artisan products. You can also sample the delectable wares of this bountiful region at the bustling local farmers' market. Canby vacation rentals provide a great home base for storing the artisan chocolates, luscious wines, and fresh produce you collect on your travels. In winter, nearby mountains provide snow-covered slopes and trails for skiing and sledding. Spectacular frozen waterfalls are worth pulling on your snow boots and trekking in for a look.
Exploring the natural landscape of Canby
Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast or just want to appreciate the scenery, Canby is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are some of the area’s most stunning sights, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Molalla River State Park (2.3 mi / 3.7 km)
- Champoeg State Park (9.9 mi / 15.9 km)
- Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge (10.6 mi / 17.1 km)
- Clackamas River (11.7 mi / 18.8 km)
- Jaquith Park (14.2 mi / 22.9 km)
- Sellwood Riverfront Park (14.3 mi / 23 km)
Transportation options to and around Canby
Fly into Portland International Airport (PDX), the closest airport, located 23.1 mi (37.1 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you can also fly into Salem, OR (SLE-McNary Field), which is 29 mi (46.7 km) away.