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The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) reports the following I-5 construction projects that will impact traffic, for the period of Sunday, March 8 through Saturday March 14. All work is weather dependent and subject to change.
Douglas County
Interstate 5 (Pacific Highway), MP 1-163, Southern Oregon Wrong Way Driver Mitigation project
This...
I-5 Events
I-5 Attractions
Santa Ana Zoo – Santa Ana, CA
Imagine stepping through a gate and suddenly finding yourself surrounded by the chattering symphony of primates swinging overhead, the vibrant flash of tropical birds...
I-5 Shopping
Simon Property Group to Reopen 49 Malls Across 10 States
Reports from various publications, including the Wall Street Journal and USA Today, said Simon Property Group would be reopening 49 malls across 10 states...
I-5 RoadTrips
I-5 Rest Area Overnight Stays: Pros, Cons and Legal Limits
Introduction
I-5 is the primary north-south artery of the West Coast, stretching over 1,300 miles from the Canadian border in Washington through Oregon and down...
I-5 CityGuides
Grants Pass, Oregon
Grants Pass, Oregon at a Glance...
In the world of travel, many destinations make claims they cannot fulfill. They promise rejuvenation but deliver crowds. They...
I-5 Gourmet
Fireside Cafe – Kalama, WA
I've driven by Kalama, Washington on I-5 literally hundreds of times, but never got off the exit. This time, just by chance I stopped...
I-5 Destinations
New in 2023 in Monterey County, California
2023 brings new experiences, momentous milestones and more to explore in Monterey County. In addition to the celebration of numerous milestones like the 10-year...
I-5 Campgrounds
Bridgeport State Park – Bridgeport, WA
We spent two nights at Bridgeport State Park. We really enjoyed this little oasis in the desert and we will be back! It’s a...
I-5 Outlet Malls
Woodburn Premium Outlets – Woodburn, OR
Woodburn Premium Outlets is one of Oregon’s best-known shopping stops right off I‑5 in the Willamette Valley, roughly midway between Portland and Salem. It’s...
I-5 Featured
Winter Weather Driving Tips
Winter weather like snow, sleet, or ice can create very risky road conditions. Each year, hundreds of fatal traffic accidents happen, along with tens...
