Spotlight on Wilsonville

Wilsonville, considered the gateway to Oregon’s wine country, is located half-way between Portland, Oregon’s largest city, and Salem, the state’s capital. The Willamette River flows through the town creating a peaceful setting which enhances the natural beauty found within the acres of park and gardens. Once a quiet farming community, Wilsonville is Oregon’s fifth fastest growing city and has become the epicenter of the rapidly growing south Portland metro-area with Sherwood to the west and Canby to the east.

Wilsonville’s incredible growth can be attributed to the major high-tech companies present, including Mentor Graphics, Nike, and Xerox. However, it is not only the growth in businesses that draws people to Wilsonville, but also the fantastic school system as well as the recreational opportunities both within the city and nearby. The award winning faculty of the West Linn/Wilsonville school district ensures the continuing success of the students, evidenced by its students receiving top test scores. Town Center Park, situated in the middle of Wilsonville, is a place where families can enjoy a large interactive waterfall and wading pool, a basketball court, a pavilion, play structures, and picnic tables. Charbonneau Golf and Country Club, located on the south side of Wilsonville, is a beautifully manicured twenty seven hole public golf course which will have every golf lover itching to play. If hiking and biking is more your style, just south of Wilsonville, Champoeg State Park offers ten miles of hiking and biking trails through old growth hardwood forests and along the banks of the Willamette River.

Designated a “Tree City” by the National Arbor Day Foundation, Wilsonville has been recognized for its commitment in planting and maintaining trees throughout its city. Not only has this increased the natural, beautiful appearance of the many parks in the city, but it has also beautified the downtown and more urban neighborhoods.

Wilsonville has something to offer to everyone – from the nature enthusiast to the wine lover to the golfer. The opportunities are endless in this fast growing community!