Wow, talk about confusing! One of the few cities named after another state, you’d get the impression they wanted to secede…maybe I’m overreacting. Actually, there should be more of these pseudo-state cities, think of it: Ohio, Oregon; California, Utah; Alaska, Hawaii; North Dakota, South Dakota – the possibilities are endless and confusing!

Oregon was once part of the Great Black Swamp. The swamp area was rich with oak, hickory, ash, walnut, elm and maple trees. This led to the establishment of numerous sawmills and settlements.

The City of Oregon is located in northwestern Ohio in the Toledo Metropolitan area. Oregon is Lucas County's largest suburb with 28.5 square miles and a population of 18,326. The City has approximately five miles of shoreline along Maumee Bay/Lake Erie.

The City of Oregon provides a variety of recreational opportunities for residents, workers, and visitors to the area. The City is home to Pearson Metropark, Maumee Bay State Park, South Shore Park and the Coontz Recreational Complex.

"Oregon-on-the-Bay" prides itself on offering a total quality of life package. A package that brings you and your family into the community, with services for your education, safety and overall happiness. So come to Oregon, Ohio – just don’t tell anyone you’re from Texas, New Mexico.