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Dayton

Oregon, United States · North America

About Dayton

Dayton sits on the route: 10 minutes from Lafayette, 31km from World of Speed Motorsports Museum.

Dayton is a town located in Oregon, United States. With a population of 2,575, it is an important destination in North America.

On a road trip, Dayton 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 Dayton to your route.

About Dayton

Courthouse Square Park is a town square occupying one city block in downtown Dayton, Oregon. The 1.8 acres (0.73 ha) urban park is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The park contains the historically significant blockhouse or military fortification that was originally located at Fort Yamhill. In

Read more 1911, the structure was moved to Dayton from its original site. The land for the park was donated by Joel Palmer and the park was named 'Courthouse Square' as part of an attempt to make Dayton the government seat of Yamhill County. Although Dayton did not become the county seat and no courthouse was ever constructed, the park's name remained. The Park also contains a picnic shelter, grassy areas shaded by Douglas Firs and native oaks, a basketball court, a playground and public restrooms.

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Where is Dayton located?

Dayton is located in Oregon, United States, North America. The coordinates are 45.2207 latitude, -123.0762 longitude.

What is the population of Dayton?

Dayton has a population of approximately 2,575 people, making it a town in United States.

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Quick Information

Population
2,575
Continent
North America
Country
United States
Region
Oregon
Timezone
America/Los_Angeles
Coordinates
45.2207, -123.0762

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Worth the detour from Dayton

2 notable places within an hour's 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.

31 km · about 35 min drive

cafe

See See Motor Coffee Co.

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

47 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Dayton

  • 74 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

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Lafayette

🇺🇸 United States

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Dundee

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Carlton

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Newberg

🇺🇸 United States

12 km awayPop. 22,780

Amity

🇺🇸 United States

16 km awayPop. 1,641

Yamhill

🇺🇸 United States

16 km awayPop. 1,094

Donald

🇺🇸 United States

19 km awayPop. 1,001

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