There are few books that can be characterized as indispensable, but to my mind the Oregon Atlas and Gazetteer, published by DeLorme, might just be one of them.
Filled with detailed topographical maps of the entire state, the Oregon Atlas and Gazetteer is a great road atlas, recreational guide, vacation and travel guide, and is the perfect place to start researching your next Oregon adventure. The maps are detailed enough to get a sense of road surfaces, from multi-lane expressway to unpaved logging road, and the topographical features let you know just how up and down your trip is going to go. Global Positioning grids also allow you to synch up your own GPS to the atlas to know where you are down to the foot! Also included is a list of campgrounds with basic information on their sites and services. The atlas suggests outdoor adventure locations for hunters, fishers, skiers, bikers, hikers and boaters. A list of family outing locations and unique natural features rounds out the terrifically informative introductory pages.
I keep one in my car at all times. I never know when I might come to an unknown intersection and wonder “just where does that road go?” With the Oregon Atlas, I always know.
We also keep a reference copy on the atlas stand next to the lower level information desk, so one is always available for your perusal.
The Oregon Atlas and Gazetteer: don’t leave home without it.
