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ABOUT OCTA
Promoting the education and preservation of our nation’s historic westward emigrant trails since 1982.
The Oregon-California Trails Association was formed to ensure that a pivotal point in our nation’s history lives on through the physical landscape and the stories and accounts of the indigenous populations and brave emigrants who personified the American Spirit and forever left their mark on this land.
PRESERVATION
Discover OCTA and help us to continue to advance public education and preservation of the historic trails.
EXPLORE THE TRAILS
Get out there and adventure! With the help of our numerous resources and comprehensive guides and maps.
HALL OF FAME
Learn about those who traveled the trails and paved the way for modern America.
SHOP OUR STORE
Discover books, DVDs, maps, and more! Purchase merchandise and support the cause.
WATCH, LISTEN, AND LEARN
ABOUT THE TRAILS
ABOUT THE TRAILS
PEOPLE & STORIES
Our nation's historic emigrant trails are for everyone. Join us and experience the adventure as we explore the countryside.
ARCHAEOLOGY COLLECTION
A growing collection of archaeological trail articles available in one digital place for archaeology enthusiasts and academic scholars.
VOLUNTEER NOW
Volunteer for OCTA and explore ways to help OCTA preserve, protect, and promote our beautiful historic trails.
DONATE TODAY
We rely on the generosity and donations of members and non-members alike, to help make our mission of preservation possible.
EXPLORE YOUR IMPACT
Learn how you can be a part of our mission and keep the rich history of the trails alive in today's hearts and minds. OCTA promotes research, education, preservation activites, and public awareness of the trail.
Learn how you can be a part of our mission and keep the rich history of the trails alive in today's hearts and minds. OCTA promotes research, education, preservation activites, and public awareness of the trail.
JOIN US
UPCOMING EVENTS
OCTA 2024 SPRING TRAIL GATHERING - EL PASO, TX
Join us at OCTA's Spring Trail Gathering in El Paso, Texas, March 12-16th, 2024. Save the date. Registration forthcoming.
PENDLETON, OREGON NATIONAL TRAIL CONFERENCE
Join us in Pendleton, OR for the OCTA National Historical Trail Conference July 21-25th, 2024. Registration coming soon.
OCTA 2025 Spring Trail Gathering - Salt Lake City, UT
Join us in Salt Lake City, UT, to gain in-depth knowledge of the history of the trails and pioneers. Save the Date!