Forest Grove travel guide
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You're Going to Love Forest Grove
With a population of 21,083, Forest Grove is a must-see destination in Oregon, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Forest Grove to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Forest Grove
Where to Eat in Forest Grove
If you’re looking for affordable options, Urban Decanter (2001 Main St) and Bella Donna Bistro (2007 21st Ave) are great picks.
When to visit Forest Grove
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Forest Grove in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 37.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 8.2″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Forest Grove, with an average rainfall of 0.5″.
How to Get to Forest Grove
Plane
Although Forest Grove doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PDX), which is located 25 miles from Forest Grove. Portland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, British Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Forest Grove departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 17m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Forest Grove. The train journey from Forest Grove to Eugene takes 2h 35m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $27 for a 2h 59m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Forest Grove is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 149 miles from Forest Grove. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Kyte, among others, in Seattle.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Forest Grove, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Eugene, the bus ride to Forest Grove takes 195 miles and will cost you around $28. From Seattle, the ticket costs about $24 for a journey of 230 miles.
Airlines serving Forest Grove
Where to stay in Forest Grove
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western University Inn & Suites and Americas Best Value Inn & Suites-Forest Grove/Hillsboro.
Where to stay in popular areas of Forest Grove
Most booked hotels in Forest Grove
Renting a car in Forest Grove
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Forest Grove (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. The most frequently booked car type in Forest Grove is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.