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Government Camp, Oregon: Fearsome Bear Made of Metal Disks

The big bear, standing on his hind legs with his paws up and claws extended, is labeled simply "Kodiak." He stands next to somebody's driveway (Mr. and Mrs. Kodiak?)

Address:
E. Multorpor Rd, Government Camp, OR
Directions:
From US Hwy 26 turn at the blinking light at the sign for Summit Ski Area. Follow the road as it parallels the highway, then turn left onto E. Multorpor Rd. Cross over US Hwy 26. You'll see the bear ahead, on the left, at the next intersection.
Admission:
Free
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Kodiak the Bear.

Bear Made of Metal Disks

The bear sculpture is made of metal disks. Much larger than we thought it would be! The town of Government Camp is quite fun, too.

[Adrea Gibbs, 09/12/2023]

The artist has somehow made this angry metal disk-bear even more frightening than the real thing.

Kodiak the Bear.

Kodiak the Bear

Kodiak is a large metal grizzly bear in the small mountain village of Government Camp.

[Daryl Keenan, 06/19/2013]

It's the last thing you'll see when all of our metal wakes up, shapes into animals, and seeks revenge.


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