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Keizer, Oregon: 45th Parallel Marker

Experience the mild thrill of standing with one foot in the north half of the Northern Hemisphere and the other foot in the south half.

Address:
River Rd N., Keizer, OR
Directions:
Downtown, on the northbound side of River Rd N. at its intersection with Sandy Drive N. the monument straddles the property line between a Carl's Jr. and a Willamette Valley Bank. Under a tree.
Admission:
Free
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45th Parallel sign.

45th Parallel Marker

Located in the parking lot of Willamette Valley Bank, a marker has been placed at the halfway point between the Equator and the North Pole.

[Crisa, 03/10/2016]

July 2017: Photo added.


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Freedom Isn't Free MemorialFreedom Isn't Free Memorial, Salem, OR - 4 mi.
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In the region:
Ned Flanders Bridge, Portland, OR - 40 mi.

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