Oregon: home to breathtaking forests, craft beer enthusiasts, endless rain—and some delightfully strange laws that could only have originated in the land of hipsters and Bigfoot sightings. Beyond the coffee shops, bike lanes, and epic coastline, Oregon quietly keeps a quirky set of statutes bizarre enough to impress even Portland’s famously weird residents. Grab your flannel, pour yourself a microbrew, and buckle up—things are about to get wonderfully peculiar in Oregon.
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It’s Illegal to Whisper “Dirty Things” in Your Lover’s Ear During Sex
Romantic whispering in Oregon comes with strict regulations—keep pillow talk G-rated, please.
You Can’t Juggle Without a License in Hood River
Aspiring street jugglers in Hood River must obtain an official license. Circus skills require paperwork.
It’s Illegal to Box a Kangaroo in Myrtle Creek
Thinking about a boxing match with your kangaroo pal? Myrtle Creek explicitly forbids it. Marsupials stay ring-free.
Ice Cream Can’t Be Eaten on Sundays in Marion
Sunday ice cream cravings in Marion? Technically outlawed. Dessert policing gets serious here.
Babies Can’t Be Carried on Running Boards of Cars
Holding your infant on the outside running boards of your vehicle explicitly banned. Parenting pro-tip: car seats inside, please.
Dishes Must Drip Dry (No Towel Drying Allowed) in Certain Cities
Believe it or not, towel-drying dishes was historically outlawed in parts of Oregon. Drip drying required—patience mandatory.
You Can’t Pump Your Own Gas in Many Counties
Famously, Oregon insists on attendants pumping gas—no DIY fuel here. Sit back, relax, and let professionals handle the nozzle.
It’s Illegal to Eat Doughnuts While Walking Backwards on Portland Streets
Reverse doughnut walks in Portland? Officially prohibited. Eat doughnuts responsibly and moving forward.
Roosters Must Step Back at Least 300 Feet Before Crowing in Certain Towns
Roosters face strict distance requirements before morning crowing. Bird alarm etiquette strictly enforced.
It’s Illegal to Use Canned Corn as Fishing Bait
Canned corn as fish bait explicitly forbidden. Fish prefer fresh snacks anyway.
It’s Illegal to Predict the Future in Yamhill
Future predictions in Yamhill explicitly outlawed. Tarot readers and psychics—relocate immediately.
Wedding Ceremonies on Ice Skates Are Illegal in Portland
Dreaming of an icy wedding? Portland explicitly forbids ceremonies on ice skates. Weddings stay solidly grounded…