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urrounded by snow-capped Cascade mountains, scenic lakes and waterways, and rich amber waves of some of the state’s finest farm and ranchland, Madras is a beautiful community and a gateway to popular Central Oregon. Located 120 miles southeast of Portland, 100 miles south of Hood River, and 45 miles north of Bend, the diverse population of Madras (6,275) and Jefferson County (23,000+) boasts a mix of agricultural, manufacturing, tourism, and small businesses.

People, culture, and history form the fabric and foundation of Madras, as does the proud, tight-knit, “we’ve got your back” mentality among its local people. Very much a “can do” city, Madras became a world stage for the 2017 Total Solar Eclipse while hosting 100,000+ visitors from near and afar for the most exciting natural phenomenon to sweep the nation in decades.