Laurelwood, an unincorporated settlement in Washington County is a great place to call home or visit when in Washington County, OR. This is a charming little settlement that was established in the mid-19th Century outside of Portland and other suburban areas. There are currently around 500 residents of the settlement. More can be found here.
History
Laurelwood, settled in the 1860s, has remained quite small throughout its history. Throughout its history, there have been several mill operations and a well-known school--the Laurelwood Academy. This school has strong roots with the Seventh-Day Adventist faith. Discover facts about Laurel.
History
Laurelwood, settled in the 1860s, has remained quite small throughout its history. Throughout its history, there have been several mill operations and a well-known school--the Laurelwood Academy. This school has strong roots with the Seventh-Day Adventist faith. Discover facts about Laurel.
People of Laurelwood
Many of the working citizens in Laurelwood drive to other nearby towns/cities for work as there is not a lot of commerce in the settlement itself--many of the residents have ties to the Academy which closed in 2007. The citizens of Laurelwood send their children to school within the Gaston School District. Fires are handled by the Gaston Fire Department as Laurelwood is in the same zip code.
Location
Laurelwood, a settlement near Portland Oregon, is about 27 miles outside of downtown Portland. Meanwhile, being west of Portland, Laurel sits only 70 miles from the Pacific Ocean.
Attractions
Laurelwood boasts a variety of places to suit a variety of interests. For nature/hiking enthusiasts, Laurelwood is in Washinton County which has an abundance of hiking and views.
Many of the working citizens in Laurelwood drive to other nearby towns/cities for work as there is not a lot of commerce in the settlement itself--many of the residents have ties to the Academy which closed in 2007. The citizens of Laurelwood send their children to school within the Gaston School District. Fires are handled by the Gaston Fire Department as Laurelwood is in the same zip code.
Location
Laurelwood, a settlement near Portland Oregon, is about 27 miles outside of downtown Portland. Meanwhile, being west of Portland, Laurel sits only 70 miles from the Pacific Ocean.
Attractions
Laurelwood boasts a variety of places to suit a variety of interests. For nature/hiking enthusiasts, Laurelwood is in Washinton County which has an abundance of hiking and views.
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