Oakridge Oregon Map
Oakridge, Oregon — interactive Google street map, satellite and terrain views, Street View, live National Weather Service conditions and 7-day forecasts, real-time local and world news, and an editorial description of Oakridge, Lane County.
Interactive Map of Oakridge, Oregon
| City | Oakridge |
| State | Oregon (OR) |
| County | Lane |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) |
| Latitude | 43.746512 |
| Longitude | -122.461716 |
| Population | 3,184 |
| Density | 571.0 /km² |
| Incorporated | N/A |
About Oakridge, Oregon
Oakridge is a locality in Lane County, Oregon, United States. It has a population of approximately 3,184. The population density is 571.0 people per km². Oakridge is located at 43.7465°N, 122.4617°W. It observes the Pacific Time (America/Los_Angeles) timezone. ZIP code: 97463.
Oakridge sits at the threshold of Oregon's vast emerald wilderness, a place where the Cascade Mountains begin their dramatic rise. It lies 34.7 miles south-east of Springfield, OR (from Springfield, OR: bearing 126°T), and is situated 20.0 miles south-east of Lowell. The air here carries the scent of Douglas fir and damp earth, a constant reminder of the immense forests that cradle the community. Rivers, clear and cold from their mountain origins, rush through the landscape, their ceaseless flow shaping the terrain with a patient, watery hand. The light, especially in the late afternoon, filters through the dense canopy in shifting, golden shafts, illuminating patches of moss-covered rock and the rough bark of ancient trees. The very character of Oakridge is one of quiet resilience, shaped by the land and the hardy folk who have made their lives here, a character as sturdy and enduring as the timber that once defined its horizon. The history of Oakridge is inextricably linked to the bounty of its surrounding forests, a legacy that continues to resonate in its local economy, though the industry has evolved over the decades. Once a bustling hub for logging and lumber mills, the town has found new life in outdoor recreation, drawing visitors eager to explore its network of mountain biking trails, hiking routes, and the shimmering waters of nearby lakes and rivers. This shift has fostered a unique cultural blend, a community that respects its working-class roots while embracing the vibrant, adventurous spirit of its natural playground. The rhythm of Oakridge is set by the changing seasons, a steady pulse that beats in harmony with the wilderness, where the past is remembered in the enduring strength of the landscape and the forward-looking spirit of its people.
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About This Oakridge Map Page
This page provides an interactive Google map of Oakridge, Oregon with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Oakridge and Lane County. Coordinates and population data are also included.
Location data for Oakridge is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity, not name matching alone — ensuring the correct Oakridge is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states.
| Page generated | June 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. Location verified by proximity — not name matching alone. |
