Grants Pass
The slogan for the city is “It’s the Climate,” and nothing could fit the town better. Grants Pass has been known in the winter to receive sun, rain, and snow all on the same day! Its climate is very similar to that of nearby Medford in Jackson County.
One of Grants Pass’ greatest achievements is being one of the most caffeinated cities in Southern Oregon. It is home to the originators of Dutch Bros. and stickers adorn almost every car’s bumper or window.
Understand
Get in
By car
- Interstate 5: Grants Pass is accessed from I-5 through Exits 55 & 58. Fun fact: this is the westernmost stretch of Interstate highway in the continental United States.
- US Hwy 199 connects the I-5 corridor (Exit #55) to Crescent City in the northern California coast. From Crescent City one can go north on US Hwy 101 to reach the Southern Oregon Coast. Locally US Hwy 199 accesses the local neighborhoods in south Grants Pass as Grants Pass Pkwy and Redwood Hwy.
- OR Hwy 99 goes through downtown Grants Pass from I-5 (Exit #58) via NE Scoville which becomes NE 6th St. From downtown go north on NE 7th St to return to the freeway. SR-99 passes through downtown Grants Pass as NE 6/7th St and east towards Medford as Rogue River Hwy. Hwy 99 runs parallel to I-5.
By bus
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phone: +1-800-231-2222address: (bus stop) Carl's Jr at 1802 NW 6th StGreyhound travels primarily on Interstate 5 between Portland and Sacramento via Salem, Corvallis, Eugene, Roseburg, Grants Pass, Medford, Weed, Redding, Chico, Red Bluff, Oroville and/or Marysville. Passengers transfer to other buses in Medford, Portland or Sacramento to reach additional destinations. Tickets must be pre-paid & pre-printed from online or purchased from a full service depot elsewhere as the businesses surrounding the stop do not sell bus tickets. The old bus station on NE Agness Ave is closed
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Southwest Point (Oregon Point)
phone: +1 541-883-2609address: (bus stop) Walmart @ 135 NE Terry LnGoes southwest towards Brookings via Crescent City and other towns along US Hwy 199 and east to Klamath Falls via Gold Hill (Ray's Food Place on 868 2nd Ave); Medford, Ashland and White City along SR-66 & 140. Passengers can also transfer to the Amtrak Coast Starlight Train in Klamath Falls. Local JCT buses also pick up at the same stop (#20 & 35).
Get around
On rainy days you may find yourself wanting to drive around town, but on warm sunny days it is nice to walk through historic down town.
By car
By bus
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Josephine Community Transit (JCT)
phone: +1 541-474-5452address: (main bus stop) NE 6th Ave & 'B' StJCT operates local buses in/around Grants Pass (Rt #10, 20, 35, 40); to Selma & Cave Junction (#50); Merlin, Sunny Valley & Wolf Creek (#80); and to Medford (#100). The main transfer point (single stop) for all bus lines is at Anne Basker Auditorium, next to the Josephine County courthouse on NE 6th Ave & 'B' St
By taxi
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Rogue Taxi
phone: +1 541-476-7773address: 600 SE 7th St -
Grants Pass Cab Svc
phone: +1 541-479-8580address: 406 Penny Ln
See
Grants Pass is known for its . In early 2005 it was vandalized, but now once again stands tall on its pedestal near the intersection of NW Sixth St. and Morgan St.
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Muffler Man - Paul Bunyan
address: 1345 Redwood AveNext to Oregon Tarp Co. in front of the Cedarwood Saloon -
phone: +1 541-479-3290address: 229 SW G St.
Parks
Spend the day by the river at beautiful parks. Feed the birds on the Rogue River at Riverside Park near the center of town, or take a walk through the All Sports Park, stopping on its bridges to catch a glance at the fish and frogs.
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Riverside West All Sports Park
phone: +1 541-471-6435
Do
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Ferron's Fun Trips Rogue River Rafting
address: Hog Creek Boat LandingGuided Oregon whitewater rafting trips on the Rogue River. Enjoy Full or Half Day rafting and kayaking trips.
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phone: +1 541-476-2404address: 5556 Lower River RdGuided Oregon whitewater rafting trips on the Rogue River. Enjoy full or half-day rafting and kayaking trips, family raft camps or teen raft camps.
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Hellgate Jetboat Excursions
phone: +1 541-479-7204address: 966 SW 6th StOffering exhilarating excursions down the Rogue River. Take in the beauty of Southern Oregon, spot a bald eagle, view osprey flying high overhead, notice deer relaxing in the brush, or just admire the green trees, steep cliffs and luxurious houses along the side of the river. -
The Farm
phone: +1 541-535-1316address: 51 S. Stage RdThe Farm provides an opportunity for children and adults to interact with farm animals and exotics alike. Ride a gorgeous Welsh pony. Bring home a Christmas tree and have your picture taken with Santa. Browse through The Farm's gift shop, sip a cup of delicious hot cocoa or cider. O.A.R.S. (Outdoor Adventure River Specialists)One of the most established whitewater rafting outfitters in Oregon, O.A.R.S. has been guiding guests down the Rogue River since 1969. Join a family-friendly white water rafting vacation deep within Oregon's forested wilderness on the Rogue River. Trips run from May through August and range in length from 3, 4, 5 and 6 days.
Buy
Shopping Centers
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phone: +1 541-474-0858address: 959 NE D StFor a variety of shopping needs, including clothing and computer accessories.
Historic Downtown
Shop in historic downtown. Enjoy a walk down ‘G’ street, shopping in all the boutiques. You’ll find many apparel shops, craft stores, and furniture shops.Eat
American
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phone: +1 541-955-6888address: 1900 NW 6th St
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Deano’s Diner
phone: +1 541-218-4256address: 2482 Williams Hwy
Asian
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The Blue Monkey Noodle House
phone: +1 541-295-8844address: 144 SE 7th St -
China Hut
phone: +1 541-476-3441address: 1434 NW 6th St -
Hong Kong Restaurant
phone: +1 541-476-4244address: 820 NW 6th St -
Hunan Garden
phone: +1 541-474-7333address: 929 NE D St -
Matsukaze Japanese Restaurant
phone: +1 541-479-2961address: 1675 NE 7th St -
Pongsri's Thai Restaurant
phone: +1 541-955-1662address: 202 Redwood Hwy -
Royal Barge Thai Cuisine
phone: +1 541-474-6942address: 120 SW H St -
Thai BBQ
phone: +1 541-476-4304address: 428 SW 6th St -
Taroko Asian Tapas Bar
phone: +1 541-474-7108address: 414 NW 6th St
Italian
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phone: +1 541-244-1182address: 1936 Rogue River Hwy
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Jimmy's Classic Drive In
phone: +1 541-479-5313address: 1654 NE Terrace Dr -
phone: +1 541-916-8020address: 220 SW H St
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phone: +1 541-955-4592address: 1610 Allen Creek Rd
Mexican
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El Patron Mexican Restaurant
phone: +1 541-476-4544address: 799 Rogue River Hwy -
Herb's La Casita
phone: +1 541-476-1313address: 515 Rogue River Hwy -
La Burrita Mexican Restaurant
phone: +1 541-471-1444address: 1501 NE F St -
Lupita's Taqueria
phone: +1 541-476-3082address: 147 NE E St -
Tamales Rosa Maria
phone: +1 541-476-2515address: 774 SW 6th St -
phone: +1 541-472-9423address: 1999 NE 7th St
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Si Casa Flores
phone: +1 541-479-4471address: 202 NE Beacon Dr -
phone: +1 541-472-9400address: 294 Union Ave
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phone: +1 541-471-1255address: 137 SE H St
Middle Eastern
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Abu's Oasis Deli
phone: +1 541-476-1425address: 1330 NW 6th St
Seafood
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phone: +1 541-479-1110address: 121 SW G St
Other
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phone: +1 541-295-8627address: 121 SW G St
Drink
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Alibi Tavern
phone: +1 541-479-2854address: 1220 NW 6th St -
Applegate Saloon
phone: +1 541-472-1707address: 324 Riverbanks Rd -
Beacon Bar & Grill
phone: +1 541-479-6141address: 2030 NE Vine St -
Blacksmith's Hot Rod Bar & Grill
phone: +1 541-479-6144address: 1831 NE 6th St -
phone: +1 541-479-3725address: 509 SW G St
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phone: +1 541-479-6160address: 1345 Redwood Ave
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Mill St. Mugshots
phone: +1 541-479-6212address: 145 NE Mill St -
phone: +1 541-956-5427address: 125 SE G St
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phone: +1 541-471-0383address: 690 Redwood Hwy
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Old Barn Tavern
phone: +1 541-479-0222address: 2039 Redwood Ave -
Pinetree Tavern
phone: +1 541-479-0214address: 1320 Redwood Ave -
phone: +1 541-955-5998address: 971 SE 6th St
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Shannon's Pub
phone: +1 541-479-6216address: 772 SW 6th St -
Wonder Bur Lounge & Cafe
phone: +1 541-476-7890address: 116 SW H St
Sleep
Hotels
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phone: +1 541-476-4260address: 1001 NE 6th StFriendly innkeepers Irene and Peter offer a personal touch. Their rooms, though small and simple, are clean, attractive, and packed with extras like refrigerator and free wi-fi. Simple continental breakfast included. The budget price makes this an excellent value.
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phone: +1 541-582-3762address: 7799 Rogue River Hwy
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Budget Inn
phone: +1 541-479-2952address: 1253 NE 6th St -
Hawks Inn Motel
phone: +1 541-479-4057address: 1464 NW 6th St -
phone: +1 541-955-0600address: 955 SE 7th St
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phone: +1 541-479-2111address: 2600 Rogue River Hwy
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Redwood Hyperion Suites
address: 815 NE 6th St -
Riverside Inn
phone: +1 541-476-6873address: 971 SE 6th St -
Rogue River Inn
phone: +1 541-582-1120address: 6285 Rogue River Hwy -
phone: +1 541-479-3305address: 1400 NW 6th St
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phone: +1 541-474-0888address: 1949 NE 7th St
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phone: +1 541-471-4434address: 1627 NE 6th St
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Travelodge by Wyndham Grants Pass
phone: +1 541-479-6611address: 1950 NW Vine St -
Vintage Hotels
phone: +1 541-956-0231address: 986 SW 6th St
Camping
RV parks
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phone: +1 541-479-2208address: 1806 NW 6th St
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Jack's Landing RV Resort
phone: +1 541-472-1144address: 247 NE Morgan Ln -
phone: +1 541-479-0046address: 2956 Rogue River Hwy
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phone: +1 541-479-1145address: 3298 Pearce Park Rd
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phone: +1 541-226-2098address: 2630 Merlin Rd
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Beavercreek RV Resort
phone: +1 541-479-7445address: 1200 Merlin Rd -
Riverfront RV Park
phone: +1 541-582-0985address: 7060 Rogue River Hwy -
phone: +1 541-582-5980address: 8880 Rogue River Hwy
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Joe Creek Waterfalls RV Park
phone: +1 541-479-7974address: 699 Jumpoff Joe Creek Rd
Campgrounds
Go next
When it's time to leave, aim for the I-5. Go north for the Portland Airport, or south for the Medford airport. If you want to make plans to go somewhere new or need advice, there are many travel agencies available for you to visit.
Nearby attractions
- Great Cats World Park, 27919 Redwood Hwy., Cave Junction (~31 mi away)
- Oregon Caves National Monument (~48 mi away)
- The Oregon Vortex, 4303 Sardine Creek Rd., Gold Hill, (~12 mi away)
- Big Goofy Black Bird , 1810 W. Main St., Medford, (~24 mi away)
- Eagle Nabs Fish , 146 Chief Miwaleta Lane, Canyonville, (~33 mi away)
- Ship Ashore - Little Museum , 12370 Highway 101 North, Smith River, California (~57 mi away)