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Local Love: My Top Picks in Veneta
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items I'm not a native but I’ve gathered my favorite spots—the places I take friends when they visit, the restaurants I can’t stop raving about, the little hidden gems you might miss if you’re just passing through. Whether you’re looking for a great meal, a beautiful place to walk, or something fun to do, this list is full of local love and personal favorites. Come see the Veneta I know and adore.
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Yumminess!
I can't live in a place without good food and drinks. Why? because my husband and I don't always want to cook
Even though this restaurant is small - it is hands down the best Chinese I've had in OR. Recently they added a Sushi menu. And they did not miss! The shrimp fried rice definitely is a comfort meals. And their Daily Special allows you to pick 4 items,...
Best Chinese in Veneta, OR | Ho Ho Restaurant | Order Online
I used to manage a Tex-Mex restaurant in a previous life that had over 50 types of tequila so I love myself a margarita. Whenever I'm craving one, I head here. Their margaritas are on point. And it's hard to impress me!!
Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant
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Sunlight is good for me - it gives me vitamin D and these places keep me out in it.
If you're not from here - you would never know it exists. During the summer it's a natural rock water slide and in the fall you can watch the salmon run and jump up the slide. It is breathtaking any time of the year.
Lower Lake Creek Falls
If I want to canoeing or kayaking after a work to relax, I don't have to go far. There is a dock and a boat ramp to easily drop into the water. Afterwards, I can enjoy a picnic dinner watching the sunset. AND if I was ambitious enough in the morning ...
Perkins Peninsula Park
Occasionally, I want to go for a nice hike surrounded by nature. My knees usually disagree with me. But hiking around this wetlands is a great compromise. I get to be surrounded by wind, animals, and water. My knees get to walk on a flat surface. It'...
Fisher Butte Fern Ridge Wetlands Wildlife Area
I know, I know- I'm surrounded by water. But I grew up swimming in the Great Lakes or the Ocean. So, if I can't see the bottom I'm not going in. On hot summer days, this is where I go swimming that I don't have to make a day trip to get to. It's righ...
Veneta Community Pool
I've already recommended one place to hike in nature. But when you want that nature to be trees. This is the place to go in Veneta for me. Even my knees don't mind.
Long Tom River Trail, Oregon - 73 Reviews, Map
Shopping
Shopping online may be convenient but it's just doesn't have the same effect as in person. I love to browse and take my time.
Looking for that one of a kind for someone special? This is where I would start. You'll find many handmade and artisan items. They support local artist while bringing some beauty to our city. And while your here - try the fresh made bakery items
The Emporium, Veneta
Fun times
Life is not all sleep, work, eat, get exercise. You gotta have frivolous time too!
I'm positive that this place doesn't need a recommendation. IYKYK. OCF has been bringing people together for over 50 years every July. Live bands, artisans, bright colors, and ART, ART, ART. The whole place is just one big art show.
Oregon Country Fair