Welcome to the Nature of the Northwest!
This is your destination for geologic information for Oregon.

The Nature of the Northwest is operated by the State of Oregon Department of Geology and Mineral Industries in cooperation with the USDA Forest Service, Pacific Northwest Region.

In addition to offering a wealth of geologic information, we carry books, publications, maps, software, and much more. You can purchase these items at our secure (SSL) online store.

Please visit us in person at our Information Center in Portland, Oregon.