The Wine
Capital of Oregon.
A wine town
that welcomes
you.
Welcome to Carlton, Oregon, the beating heart at the center of Oregon’s wine country and the North Willamette Valley.
Rooted in a charming historic district, Carlton offers 20 wine tasting rooms within four walkable blocks, earning it one of the highest winery-per-capita counts in the United States.
Explore award-winning wines in a charming Craftsman town, at the heart of the Willamette Valley.
The perfect travel hub for Oregon’s wine country.
With 50+ vineyards just a short drive away, Carlton puts the North Willamette Valley — and its legendary Pinot Noir — right at your doorstep.
- Dundee
- 13 minutes away
- McMinnville
- 10 minutes away
- Newberg
- 15 minutes away
- Dayton
- 19 minutes away
By the
numbers.
Once a rough-and-tumble logging town, Carlton has grown into a destination defined by hospitality, celebrated wines, chef-driven kitchens, and a deep connection to the valley’s agricultural roots.
Today, its streets are lined with tasting rooms, local artists, and farm-to-table experiences that honor both its history and evolution.
Steps away from the source.
Discover why editors call Carlton a must-visit town.
Book your stay now and see what they’re talking about.
One of America’s best small towns for wine lovers.
Carlton is redefining Willamette Valley wine country with high-quality grapes and extensive renovations.
See what a local artisan community can offer.
Explore dining, wine, events, and stays below
Dine.
Experience the melt-your-mind, melt-in-your-mouth dining only dedication to the craft can provide.
Sip.
Explore diverse, award-winning wine straight from the source, without needing to drive an inch.
Explore.
Unplug and immerse yourself in local experiences, from serene hikes to unbeatable biking trails.
Stay.
Discover charming, boutique stays owned by the very locals you’ll pass on the streets of downtown Carlton.
Events.
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Carlton’s appeal goes beyond wine tasting. Discover the everyday food stops, local creativity, and opportunities to test-drive life here that make it worth a look for families with young children and pets.
Make room for a slower holiday getaway in Carlton, with locally made gifts, wine-country meals, cozy stays, and a December 4 supper club to put on your calendar.
Make space in your wine-country weekend for a picnic, a playground stop, or a quiet creekside pause at Carlton’s three public parks.