Thompson's Mills State Park

Western Oregon, in the heart of grass seed growers and dairy farms, is a state park that is a "can't miss" destination if you are in the area. 10 miles south of Albany, at Highway 99 and Boston Mill Road, turn east to east to the old flour mills.

Built in 1858 by R.C. Finley, the mill was purchased by the state in 2014. The mill is still capable of running on hydro power. By 1869, Boston was a bustling town situated behind the mill. In 1871, the Oregon & California Railroad laid track in nearby Shedd, ending the town of Boston's existence.

Today, the 20 acre state park is staffed with volunteers, provides tours of the six story mill, and is open to the public.