Sisters, OR
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About Sisters
- • Professional cyclist Chad Haga, who rode for Team Sunweb, was born in Sisters.
- • The Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show, the largest in the world, originated here.
- • The Santiam Wagon Road, completed in 1863, brought early settlers to the area.
- • A meteorite, the 'Sisters Rock Meteorite,' was found near the town in 2002.
- • The 2017 Milli Fire significantly impacted the forest surrounding the town.
- • Named for the Three Sisters mountains, it was established in 1888 and incorporated in 1946.
- • With a population around 3,000, it's smaller than many Oregon high schools.
- • At 3,182 feet, the elevation offers stunning Cascade Mountain views.
- • Tourism and recreation drive the economy, especially outdoor activities.
- • The vibe is peaceful and welcoming, like a warm hug from nature.
- • The Portland Trail Blazers, about 3 hours away, won the NBA Championship in 1977.
- • Sisters High School Outlaws won the 4A state football championship in 2022.