Beaverton, Oregon Relocation Guide
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Population: 84,270 Located in Washington County
A Great Place to Live & Work Nestled in the heart of Washington County's famous "Silicon Forest" and just seven miles west of downtown Portland, Beaverton is at the center of a prosperous economic region. As Oregon's fifth largest community, Beaverton is home for those who enjoy the energy of a thriving city, but prefer a hometown atmosphere and a strong sense of community. Residents enjoy excellent schools, a healthy business climate, attractive housing and limitless opportunities for cultural activities, entertainment and recreation. Beaverton's proximity to towering mountains, scenic rivers and a dramatic coastline make it an ideal place to live, work and play As the fifth largest city in Oregon, Beaverton is a thriving community with a strong spirit emphasizing quality of life, family and economic prosperity. Beaverton lies seven miles west of downtown Portland in the heart of Washington County's "Silicon Forest," the economic lifeblood of the region. Beaverton is the second-largest suburb in the Portland Metropolitan Area and offers residents the amenities of urban living without losing the old-fashioned sense of what an American hometown should be. Beaverton boasts more than 100 parks, excellent schools, a strong economy, and plenty of family activities. Proximity to downtown Portland, Mount Hood and the Oregon Coast make Beaverton a prime location from which to explore everything Oregon has to offer. Things to Do and See in Beaverton As the largest park district in the state, the Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District includes four recreation centers and six indoor and two outdoor swim centers. The Howard M. Terpenning Recreation Complex at 158th Avenue and Walker Road offers athletic fields, tennis and basketball courts, Olympic swimming and diving, nature area, skate park and inline hockey rink. The district also includes a 219-acre nature park, neighborhood parks, lakes, miles of trails and streams, historic sites and a senior center. League sports and a variety of classes are available. Pumpkin Ridge and The Reserve are top-rated golf courses in the Beaverton area. Or play through on some of the area's other challenging links -- there are close to two dozen nearby. Oregon is famous for its vineyards, particularly for its pinot noir wines. Ponzi Vineyards is nationally acclaimed for its pinot noir, pinot gris, chardonnay and dry white riesling. Cooper Mountain Vineyards guests are invited to visit the tasting room and enjoy lunch in the picnic area. Don't miss the nationally renowned Oregon Zoo brimming with fun for kids and adults. The Zoo has 1,029 animals representing 200 species, nine major exhibits, an elephant museum, train rides and concerts as well as an art gallery. Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI, pronounced ahm-zee) provides exciting interactive exhibits that make science fun for the whole family. |
