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Madras

Madras is located in Jefferson County (of which is the county seat), north of Redmond, between Metolius and Warm Springs, serving US Highway 26 & Hwy 197. This community is also situated near Cove Palisades State Park, Warm Springs Indian Reservation and the Deschutes River.

Incorporated in 1911, Madras and nearby towns of Culver and Metolius, were all communities built as service centers for a growing agricultural sector and for the booming railroad industry. Later in the century, Madras experienced another economic boom with the establishment of the US Army Air Base during World War II that was and still is capable of accommodating the B-17 Flying Fortress.

This area is popular with rock hounds, fly fishermen and white-water rafters.

Madras is surrounded by the high desert terrain and mountain peaks of the Mt. Jefferson Wilderness Area.

Sonny's Motel |
Art Art Adventure Gallery | Collage of Culture |
History Jefferson County Museum |
Public Libraries Jefferson County Library |
RV campgrounds and dealers Cyrus Horse Camp |
Sports and Sporting Events Numb-Butt Flyfishing |

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04/07 Coming to The area
Mt. Pisgah Arboretum Wildflower and Music Festival Eugene OR May19 A day of wildflowers, music, food, crafts, and microscopes!
Columbia Gorge Wine and Pear Fest Hood River OR May18-19 Start off the weekend with friends and fun featuring Columbia Gorge wineries and eateries. Highlights include entertainment, live music, wine tasting, great food, fruit exhibits with samples, and local artisans.
Gorge Blues and Brews Festival Stevenson WA June21-22 Fine collection of local craft brews and local wines, a multitude of phenomenal foods, and great blues music, while benefiting local charities in the Columbia Gorge.
Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival Stevenson WA June25-28 Amazing talent, workshops, instrument contests and raffle, fine craft and food vendors, a merry beer garden, and nightly dances.
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