Oregon

Is It Legal in Oregon?

The online gambling laws in Oregon are similar to many states in that they are not clear cut. There are no laws that prohibit playing on the internet. However, the operators cannot legally accept any wagers. This creates some confusion and is the same for a lot of states. It is not recommended to partake in any form of online gambling in Oregon, except for betting on horse racing, which is allowed.

There are currently no imminent plans to toward legalizing any wagering beyond the pari-mutuel exception. Moreover, a recent rejection of allowing commercial casinos in the sate does not give much hope of their being online options any time soon.

However, there are some variations in the pari-mutuel offerings. Games like Racing Roulette and 1 2 3 Pick N Pools suggest a path for online development, which would allow gambling to occur under the heading of lottery in other states.

Land-Based Casino Options

There are nine casinos currently in operation in Oregon. A separate tribe operates the majority of these. The one that isn’t is the Three Rivers casinos in Florence and Coos Bay. These casinos are run by the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians of Oregon.

One of the significant hurdles for any tribal casino in Oregon is due to geography. Portland is the largest city in the state but is located in the far north far away from any Oregon reservation lands. This means Portland residents are far less likely to visit these establishments. The closest Oregon casino to Portland is Chinook Winds casino, which is still over two hours away.

Tribal Casinos

The tribal casinos in Oregon include:

• Chinook Winds Casino & Convention Center (Lincoln City)
• The Mill Casino Hotel (North Bend)
• Seven Feathers Casino Resort (Canyonville)
• Kla-Mo-Ya (Chiloquin)
• Spirit Mountain (Grand Ronde)
• Three Rivers Casino Resort (Florence)
• Three Rivers Casino (Coos Bay)
• Wildhorse Resort & Casino (Pendleton)

The above will offer numerous games, including blackjack, poker, craps, and roulette. They will also provide more niche games such as bingo and keno.

Bonuses & Promotions at Oregon Casinos

It is not currently legal to play for real money at online casinos in Oregon. You can play at land-based casinos such as Chinook Winds in Lincoln City, but the online market is not regulated. When and if online casinos are given the green light, it is worth knowing the typical bonuses you can expect.

Welcome Bonus

These are possibly the most common online casino bonuses. As competition between online casinos grows, they need to offer an incentive for players to play on their platform. Typically a casino will try and attract new players by offering bonus funds to play on a select number of games. Once you have signed up to the casino, your account will be credited with the funds.

No Deposit Bonus

A no deposit bonus is a fantastic chance for players to play some casino games without any pressure. If you are new to online casinos, it is beneficial as you can test the waters without committing any cash. All you need to do is sign up and without making a deposit bonus funds will appear in your account. The bonus amount is usually around $20.

Banking

An online casino has to be licensed and regulated to offer players the chance to play for real money. This also means players will have numerous safe deposit and withdrawal methods to choose from. These typically include:

• Visa/Mastercard
• PayPal
• Neteller
• Skrill
• ACH/E-check
• Online Bank transfer
• PayNearMe at 7-Eleven

If Oregon eventually legalizes online casinos, all financial transactions will be safe and secure.

Oregon Gambling News

We will keep this page regularly updated with the latest news from the Oregon online gambling industry.