Portland Metropolitan Area
Canby, Oregon
City
Farm town on the Clackamas River known for dahlias
Canby sits on the Clackamas River southeast of Oregon City, surrounded by farmland and known for its dahlia farms and small-town downtown.
History & Local Character
Canby grew as a farming community in the 1870s, named for General Edward Canby. Hops, berries and nursery crops have long supported the local economy.
Housing & Real Estate
Housing is mostly single-family homes, with newer subdivisions on the city's edges and some apartments near downtown. Prices are moderate.
Restaurants & Shopping
Downtown Canby has cafes, bakeries, pubs and family restaurants along 2nd Avenue, and the Clackamas River corridor adds a few riverside options.
Schools & Education
Canby School District serves the city, with several elementary schools, Baker Prairie Middle School and Canby High School.
Parks & Recreation
Molalla River State Park and the Clackamas River provide river access, and the city has a network of neighborhood parks and a farmers market.
Transportation & Accessibility
OR 99E and OR 170 connect Canby to Oregon City, I-205 and the surrounding farmland, with TriMet bus service.
Local Businesses
Dahlia and nursery farmsDowntown cafesFarm supply storesFamily restaurants
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Nearby Attractions
- Clackamas River
- Molalla River State Park
- Dahlia farms
- Canby Farmers Market
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Small-town feel with services
- River access and farmland
- More affordable than north Clackamas
Considerations
- Limited transit
- Long drive to Portland jobs
- Few large employers
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dahlia fields near Canby?
Canby is known for commercial dahlia growers, and several farms open their fields to visitors during late-summer bloom.