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Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is a part of the Western U.S., with the Columbia River delineating much of Oregon's northern boundary with Washington, while the Snake River delineates much of its eastern boundary with Idaho. The 42° north parallel delineates the southern boundary with California and Nevada. The w…
Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. It is a part of the Western U.S., with the Columbia River delineating much of Oregon's northern boundary with Washington, while the Snake River delineates much of its eastern boundary with Idaho. The 42° north parallel delineates the southern boundary with California and Nevada. The western boundary is formed by the Pacific Ocean.
  • Admitted to the Union: February 14, 1859 (33rd)
  • Capital: Salem
  • Largest city: Portland
  • Elevation: 3,300 ft (1,000 m)
  • Country: United States
  • Before statehood: Oregon Territory
  • Largest county or equivalent: Multnomah

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