About Oakridge, OR
Oakridge is in Lane County, Oregon, in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. Located on the banks of the Willamette River and surrounded by the Willamette National Forest, Oakridge is known as the "Mountain Biking Capital of the Northwest," with numerous annual events for bikers.Transportation in Oakridge is served by the Oakridge State Airport and the Diamond Express, a bus service to Eugene. Attractions include over 500 miles of National Forest trails, scenic drives, and the Oakridge Pioneer Museum. The Oakridge high school has been ranked among the best in the nation, and Oakridge also has an Industrial Park. Famous persons from Oakridge include Mason Williams, composer and comedy writer.
