Mehama, OR

Nestled along the North Santiam River, Mehama is a quiet foothill community located right on Oregon Route 22. With around 300 residents, it offers peaceful rural living with the Cascades right in your backyard. Getting around is simple, as Salem sits about twenty-five miles to the west for everyday shopping and work, while Detroit Lake and mountain recreation areas are an easy drive to the east.

Day-to-day living is closely tied to Lyons, its neighbor situated directly across the river bridge. The two towns share schools, local services, and community gatherings, making a quick trip across the water a normal part of running errands. Mehama is a relaxed, down-to-earth place where neighbors know each other and life moves at an easy, scenic pace.