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Damascus

Oregon, United States · North America

About Damascus

Damascus is worth a stop: 10 minutes from Happy Valley, 32km from Multnomah Falls.

Damascus is a town located in Oregon, United States. With a population of 10,952, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Damascus sits in United States, where you drive on the right. It's in the America/Los Angeles time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Damascus to your route.

About Damascus

Damascus School, also known as the Damascus Pioneer Craft School is an historic schoolhouse in Damascus, Oregon, United States, built in 1876. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. It is one of the oldest rural schoolhouses still standing in the state of Oregon. The school building is

Read more contemporarily home to the Damascus Fiber Arts School.

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What are the best things to do in Damascus?

Damascus offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Damascus located?

Damascus is located in Oregon, United States, North America. The coordinates are 45.4176 latitude, -122.4590 longitude.

What is the population of Damascus?

Damascus has a population of approximately 10,952 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
10,952
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Oregon
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
45.4176, -122.4590

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United States

Police
911
Ambulance
911
Fire
911
Driving side
right

AAA roadside assistance: 1-800-222-4357. Right turn on red is legal in most states unless signed otherwise.

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Worth the detour from Damascus

4 notable places within an hour's drive.

cafe

See See Motor Coffee Co.

Portland's beloved motorcycle-themed coffee shop and community space where riders and coffee lovers converge.

20 km · about 25 min drive

historic highway

Historic Columbia River Highway

America's first planned scenic highway (1913-22) curls through the Columbia River Gorge past a parade of waterfalls; the octagonal Vista House crowns Crown Point.

22 km · about 25 min drive

museum

World of Speed Motorsports Museum

Museum celebrating speed and motorsport culture with hands-on exhibits and a focus on Pacific Northwest racing history.

24 km · about 30 min drive

waterfall

Multnomah Falls

Oregon's tallest waterfall at 189 meters, featuring an iconic stone bridge spanning the falls in the Columbia River Gorge.

32 km · about 35 min drive

Driving roads near Damascus

  • 22 kmHistoric Columbia River HighwayAmerica's first planned scenic highway (1913-22) curls through the Columbia River Gorge past a parade of waterfalls; the octagonal Vista House crowns Crown Point.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Damascus.

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