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Gorgeous Hillsboro, OR, is one of the most scenic places on the West Coast. You'll find plenty of nature, tons of attractions, and some of the best golf courses in the state. These four options will help you perfect your swing, get in a competitive game, and have a fun time, and they're all either in or right around Hillsboro. The 2022 Buick Envision Essence, with tons of space for your clubs and a navigation system, can comfortably get you to the fairway. The Top 4 Golf Courses in Driving Distance of Hillsboro, OR 1. McKay Creek Golf Course Visit McKay Creek Golf Course at 1415 NW Jackson Street for an accessible and fun place to practice your golf swing. This course is challenging enough for more experienced players but still suitable for novices. There's a great nine-hole course, a driving range, and a putting green. Plus, it's right in the heart of Hillsboro, so you don't have to travel too far to enjoy a fun day of golfing in the sunshine. 2. Killarney West Golf Course Killarney West Golf Course, 1275 NW 334th Avenue, is a fun course with a great staff, lovely grounds, and plenty of beautiful trees all over the course. Plus, it's easy to find, cost-effective, and there's ample parking right around the course itself. If you're looking for a fun game of golf on a whim in a more casual and welcoming environment, give Killarney West a try. more 3. Meriwether National Golf Club Meriwether National Golf Club, at 5200 SW Rood Bridge Road, is one of Hillsboro's best clubs. You'll find friendly and professional staff, a perfectly manicured course, and plenty of well-placed obstacles that keep things just challenging enough. This nine-hole course is a Hillsboro favorite for a reason, and once you play there, it's bound to become one of your go-to courses. 4. Forest Hills Golf Course Visit Forest Hills Golf Course at 36260 SW Tongue Lane in nearby Cornelius for a fun time on the fairway. It's just ten minutes away from Hillsboro and offers 18 holes of golf, homemade pizza, and ice cream, and plenty of places to practice your swing. Plus, there are also banquet facilities on-site, making this spot the ideal destination for a family outing. If you're in the mood to practice your swing and have a great time, these four courses will more than fit the bill. They're great for experts and novices alike, and you'll find a friendly vibe, professional staff, and plenty of amenities at all of them. No matter where you roam in Hillsboro, you'll need a great vehicle to get there. Visit us at Royal Moore Auto Center and test-drive your next vehicle today.

With the recent renaissance in purchasing books, Hillsboro, OR and the surrounding area has several interesting independent bookstores for those that have a passion or interest in reading. more Arcade Book Exchange The Arcade Book Exchange is a place to mark down for a visit if you are looking for a broad selection of books. Nestled inside The Terrace Plaza building at 123 SE 3rd Avenue, the store is overflowing with volumes of the latest bestsellers and an exhaustive range of used books. The stark white bookcases that house the books by genre are lined up in rows to provide a simple but effective organization of the collections. The store truly caters to the whole family. In one corner, you will discover a room that provides a self-contained children's area. Not only does it have a wide array of kid's fiction and non-fiction for the little ones to explore, but it also has a child-size table and chairs that allow them to sit in comfort and immerse themselves in the titles they have picked out. Orenco Learning Club One of Hillsboro's more interesting establishments for the book aficionado is the Orenco Learning Club at 6281 NE Cherry Drive. Combining books and board games, it has become a hub for families to relax, play games and indulge in a passion for books. Inside is roomy, with plenty of tables and chairs that provide it with almost a classroom-like appearance. Orenco's holds various activities in-store, from readings to games tournaments, as well as running a chess club for kids. Their book section is more niched than general bookselling establishments and caters to geeky subjects. If you enjoy reading about math, computer science, and chess, then it is the perfect place as it covers these in depth. Jan's If you take a short drive out to Beaverton, you will find Jan's at 12320 SW and 1st Street. This award-winning business has been selling books since 1982. Initially situated just down the road in Aloha, it moved to its current location in 2018. Laid out beautifully with wooden-style bookshelves, it matches the decor of bare brick interior walls to luxurious reading armchairs and is worth a visit for the atmosphere alone. Jan's sells both new and used volumes covering a vast range of categories. The used section might be particularly fascinating if you want to exchange old books, as the store will offer credit against new purchases. If so, remember to pack the trunk of your Toyota Camry with your unwanted volumes before you leave. There is little doubt that Hillsboro has much to appeal to those who relish perusing the shelves for a good book. After having enjoyed your day stocking up on your latest reads, pay us a visit at Royal Moore Auto Center today, and take the opportunity to review our latest models.

Looking for something to do as the weather starts warming up here in the Hillsboro, OR area? Read our list below to get some ideas for fun spring activities you can find within driving distance of our town. Once you've made your plans, get into the driver's seat of your sporty and efficient Toyota Corolla to head out for the day. more 1. Shute Park If your spring schedule needs a day out at the park, Shute Park is always a great place to visit on a sunny, warm day. Bring some snacks along with you to have a bite to eat outdoors at the picnic tables set up here or check out what's going on at their performance stage. Your great day outdoors is waiting for you right here in our area at 750 Southeast 8th Avenue. 2. Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden When the flowers are in bloom during the spring and summer at Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden, there aren't many prettier sights to see. Over 2,500 plants thrive here and show off beautiful blossoms when the season is right, with trails to explore and water features to enhance the relaxing atmosphere you'll feel here. Take a drive to 5801 Southeast 28th Avenue to see the sights here. 3. Hidden Creek Community Center All the fun community events at Hidden Creek Community Center will keep you entertained all season long. Sports fans can shoot around on the basketball court here or play some volleyball. Check the calendar here to see classes and other fun events you can partake in here, too. You're just a short drive away from all sorts of fun things to do at 5100 Northeast Hidden Creek Drive. 4. Next Level Pinball Shop & Museum Make some fun and unique memories on your spring excursion by visiting Next Level Pinball Shop & Museum. There are more than 400 pinball machines and arcade games to check out here, with a pop culture museum featuring all sorts of curios and collectibles for you to check out. A one-of-a-kind day out is waiting for you at 1458 Northeast 28th Avenue. 5. Jackson Bottom Wetland Preserve Get out into nature and learn about what makes the ecosystem of our region so unique when you visit Jackson Bottom Wetland Preserve. Over 150 bird species are sighted here annually, along with all the native plants and wildlife that call our area home. Come get some fresh air and get in touch with the natural world when you take a trip down to 770 South First Avenue. These great destinations are all within reach when you have a quality vehicle from our dealership to drive. Visit Royal Moore Auto Center to find quality new and pre-owned vehicles!

Hillsboro, OR is consistently ranked among the top places to live in the US. The town has an avid sporting community, stunning natural surroundings, and residents who know how to enjoy life. This often includes meeting friends at several pleasant coffee shops that are dotted around town. Here are a few of the best coffee places you'll find in Hillsboro. more Insomnia Coffee Co. This elegant coffee house is a long-standing favorite with many locals. It has an attractive woody decor, eclectic furniture, plush, comfy seating, a sizable book collection, and a peaceful ambiance that draws back the regular customers time and again, with frequent live music to add to the atmosphere. It's a terrific place to while away a few hours working, reading, studying, or just chatting with friends. The owners are friendly and welcoming to all customers. And above all, the coffee's great; when you visit, try out the black forest mocha, real caramel latte, or iced raspberry mocha. You won't be disappointed. You can find Insomnia Coffee Co. at 5389 East Main Street. Longbottom Coffee & Tea In the northern part of town, you'll find this spacious sunlit coffee house with excellent home-roasted coffees hand-crafted from 100% Arabica beans. This is a true place for coffee lovers: the owners and servers consider roasting to be both an art and a science to be mastered. They even use a special hot-air roasting system to release the full flavor of each bean. The cheerful baristas can explain their coffee preparation process to you and provide recommendations upon request. The food is also raved about by many of the customers. All the delicious breakfast, brunch, and lunch dishes are prepared fresh to order with high-quality ingredients and served in large, too-much-to-finish portions. A few of the recommended options are the eggs benedict, turkey bacon pesto sandwich, and any salad with their special homemade vinaigrette. Visit this terrific cafe at 4893 Northeast 59th Avenue. Elliott & Murrey Coffee Roasters This locally owned and run coffee house is something of a hidden gem that's well worth the visit. Here, you'll find consistently friendly, welcoming service, top-notch freshly roasted coffee, and bags of beans to take home with you. They also offer curbside pickup, so you can drive there in your stylish new 2023 Mazda CX-5 2.5 Preferred AWD, grab your drink, and place it in your convenient cup holder for the rest of the trip to work or home. Find this charming coffee bar at 2038 Northeast Aloclek Drive. We hope you find the perfect coffee to brighten up your day. Afterward, visit Royal Moore Auto Center. For over 50 years, we've been helping the drivers of Washington, Multnomah, and Clackamas counties enjoy a better driving experience.