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Learn about its significance, the daunting challenges faced by pioneers, and much more.</p><p>Uncover fascinating facts that paint the story of this historic route and offer deeper insights into the past. From trailblazing pioneers to the rugged landscapes they traversed, you’ll find a wealth of knowledge here.</p><hr /><h2>Play Oregon Trail Game Online Anywhere, Anytime</h2><p data-sourcepos="3:1-3:51"><strong>Want to experience the Oregon Trail adventure? </strong>Play these classic games online anytime, anywhere. You’ll face the challenges and joys of the journey.</p><p data-sourcepos="3:1-3:51">From your computer or mobile device, you can relive the thrill of the trail.</p></div></div></div></div></div></section><section class="section background-white"><header class="section-header"><div class="container"><div class="header-sub fs-16 mb-4 mb-xl-5 fw-500 c-red">The Oregon Trail legacy</div><h2 class="headline-3">Welcome to OregonTrail:<br /> Portal to History and Adventure</h2></div></header><div class="section-body"><div class="container"><div class="row"><div class="col-24 col-lg-11 col-xl-10 mb-5 mb-lg-0"><div class="entry c-black"><h2>Origins of the Oregon Trail</h2><p>The Oregon Trail, blazed in the 1840s, stands as a testament to American pioneers’ tenacity and vision. Originating in Missouri, it offered a path through harsh terrain, leading settlers to the fertile expanses of Oregon.</p><p>These adventurous journeys symbolize westward expansion, driven by dreams of new beginnings and fertile lands.</p></div></div><div class="col-24 col-lg-11 col-xl-10 offset-lg-2 offset-xl-4"><div class="entry"><h2>Challenges Along the Trail</h2><p>Pioneering families and fortune seekers encountered severe challenges on the Trail. Treacherous river crossings, unforgiving weather, and scarcity of resources tested their resolve.</p><p>Yet, the promise of a better life propelled them forward. The Oregon Trail epitomizes an enduring legacy of determination and resilience in the face of adversity.</p></div></div></div></div></div></section><section class="section background-500 background-100-half"><header class="section-header"><div class="container"><div class="header-sub fs-16 mb-4 mb-xl-5 fw-400 c-red">Play Oregon games</div><h2 class="headline-3">The Oregon Trail - Educational<br /> computer games since 1971 by MECC</h2></div></header><div class="section-body"><div class="container"><div id="games-carousel" class="splide" role="group" aria-label="Games carousel"><div class="splide__track"><div class="splide__list"><div class="splide__slide"><article class="game-box"> <a title="The Oregon Trail" href="https://oregontrail.ws/games/the-oregon-trail/" class="game-box_image mb-4"> <img data-lazyloaded="1" 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1"> </a><header class="game-box_header"><h3 class="h3 mb-1"><a title="The Oregon Trail" href="https://oregontrail.ws/games/the-oregon-trail/" target="_self">The Oregon Trail</a></h3><div class="year fs-15 c-secondary fw-300">1990</div></header></article></div><div class="splide__slide"><article class="game-box"> <a title="The Oregon Trail Deluxe" href="https://oregontrail.ws/games/the-oregon-trail-deluxe/" class="game-box_image mb-4"> <img data-lazyloaded="1" src="data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIzNjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNDQ0IiB2aWV3Qm94PSIwIDAgMzYwIDQ0NCI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSIgc3R5bGU9ImZpbGw6IzAwMDAwMDtmaWxsLW9wYWNpdHk6IDAuMTsiLz48L3N2Zz4=" width="360" height="444" data-src="https://oregontrail.ws/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Oregon-Trail-Deluxe-360x444.png" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="The Oregon Trail Deluxe (game cover)" decoding="async" data-srcset="https://oregontrail.ws/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Oregon-Trail-Deluxe-360x444.png 360w, https://oregontrail.ws/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Oregon-Trail-Deluxe-830x1024.png 830w, https://oregontrail.ws/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Oregon-Trail-Deluxe-122x150.png 122w, https://oregontrail.ws/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Oregon-Trail-Deluxe-768x948.png 768w, https://oregontrail.ws/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Oregon-Trail-Deluxe.png 1000w" data-sizes="(max-width: 360px) 100vw, 360px" title="The Oregon Trail Deluxe 2"> </a><header class="game-box_header"><h3 class="h3 mb-1"><a title="The Oregon Trail Deluxe" href="https://oregontrail.ws/games/the-oregon-trail-deluxe/" target="_self">The Oregon Trail Deluxe</a></h3><div class="year fs-15 c-secondary fw-300">1992</div></header></article></div><div class="splide__slide"><article class="game-box"> <a title="The Oregon Trail (CD-ROM)" href="https://oregontrail.ws/games/the-oregon-trail-cd-rom/" class="game-box_image mb-4"> <img data-lazyloaded="1" src="data:image/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSIzNjAiIGhlaWdodD0iNDQ0IiB2aWV3Qm94PSIwIDAgMzYwIDQ0NCI+PHJlY3Qgd2lkdGg9IjEwMCUiIGhlaWdodD0iMTAwJSIgc3R5bGU9ImZpbGw6IzAwMDAwMDtmaWxsLW9wYWNpdHk6IDAuMTsiLz48L3N2Zz4=" width="360" height="444" data-src="https://oregontrail.ws/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Oregon-Trail-CD-ROM-360x444.png" class="attachment-medium size-medium wp-post-image" alt="The Oregon Trail (CD-ROM)" decoding="async" data-srcset="https://oregontrail.ws/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Oregon-Trail-CD-ROM-360x444.png 360w, https://oregontrail.ws/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Oregon-Trail-CD-ROM-830x1024.png 830w, https://oregontrail.ws/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Oregon-Trail-CD-ROM-122x150.png 122w, https://oregontrail.ws/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Oregon-Trail-CD-ROM-768x948.png 768w, https://oregontrail.ws/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/The-Oregon-Trail-CD-ROM.png 1000w" 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