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McVay is a well-hidden park noted for surf fishing, clamming, whale watching, and plenty of space to walk on the beach.  The large lawn area is great for blanket picnics and disc golf. The park is elevated above the ocean.  As you walk along the edge, you'll often have eye-to-eye encounters with the seabirds catching the updrafts from the beach.  McVay is also home to the only "off leash" dog park in the Brookings area.  Local scouts built the fenced-in area with oversight and guidance... More

Tranquil, crystal-clear waters and towering ponderosa pines frame the landscape at Catherine Creek State Park. Cradled in a canyon created by the creek, the park provides visitors a cool, quiet and peaceful setting for outdoor activities. Camp in the campground next to Catherine Creek and enjoy the thrill of landing a rainbow trout or simply cool your heels in its icy waters. Bring your friends or family and enjoy a day in our picnic area: play a game of horseshoes, take a leisurely hike along... More

Elkhorn Centrally located in the Little North Fork Recreation Area, Elkhorn offers secluded camp units along the North fork of the Santiam River. Trails along the river give visitors access to swimming holes and fishing. The campground is located on North Fork Road off Hwy 22, 34 miles east of Salem. More

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The day use site is located in the Fernview Campground, perched high above a scenic portion of the South Santiam River which makes for a beautiful view. The Rooster Rock Trailhead across Highway 20 is a portal to the Menagerie Wilderness. The Old Santiam Wagon Road runs through the back of the campground. More

Travel Oregon’s “Grant’s Getaways” features the Opal Creek Wilderness This popular destination, known for its great beauty where old growth towers above the Little North Santiam River, is enjoyed by around 20,000 visitors each year. Legislation designating the Opal Creek Wilderness and the Opal Creek Scenic Recreation Area was passed in 1996 and established November 1998. The Opal Creek Scenic Recreation Area is 13,538 acres. It includes Elkhorn Creek, a Wild and Scenic River. The Opal Creek Wilderness is 20,827 acres and includes the 8,000... More

Bullards Beach is a large, family-oriented park located just two miles north of Bandon. The campground is nestled among shore pines and  protected from the strong ocean breezes. The park offers three loops of campsites, all of which are equipped with at least water and electrical hook-ups.  In addition, the park boasts thirteen Yurts (three of which are pet-friendly), making year-round camping a very popular choice. The horse camp features access to the beach and dunes for our equestrian campers. A refurbished hiker/ biker camp... More

Cape Sebastian … the very name invokes images of early Spanish explorers and long journeys.  The cape was named in honor of Saint Sebastian in 1603 by the Spanish navigator Sebastian Vizcaino.  The most striking feature of this park is the panoramic view, both parking lots are over 200 feet above sea level.  At the south parking vista, you can see up to 43 miles to the north with Humbug Mountain filling the view.  Looking south, you can see nearly 50 miles toward Crescent City,... More

The park and campground are dominated by Humbug Mountain (elevation 1,756 feet) and surrounded by forested hills. The campground enjoys some of the warmest weather on the Oregon coast as the surrounding mountains offer protection from cool ocean breezes. Many visitors enjoy windsurfing and scuba diving. Hiking to the top of Humbug Mountain is a major activity. Campground info Approximately 40 electrical sites with water More than 55 tent sites with water nearby Hot showers and flush toilets Hiker/biker camp Firewood for sale Universal Access... More

A parking area with an expansive coastal vista stretching from Port Orford Heads to Orfords offshore reef and distant Cape Blanco and the lighthouse there. The beach is great for beachcombing; it's not unusual to find floats and agates here. More

The snow has (mostly) melted, but that doesn’t mean Oregon’s gorgeous ski areas are closed for the season. Five ski areas across the state take on another personality for the summer as they switch from snow sports to one-stop shops for chairlift rides, biking, hiking and running trails, sunset dinners, go-karts and other shenanigans. Here’s… More

Our first-class skate park has expanded to include a BMX track, permanent restrooms, and a playground area. A nine-hole disc golf course begins on the corner of 20th Street and Wasco. It is a challenging course through trees and other terrain. More

If you wake up with the warm sun on your face, to the rhythmic gurgling of a nearby river, as you watch a Townsend’s Warbler chasing a Mountain Chickadee from Juniper to Ponderosa to Sage, there’s a good chance you’re waking up in Tumalo State Park. Central Oregon has no shortage of amazing places that… More

Penny Sturdivant Park is great for a short visit, or a day picnic with family. You may even see a bald eagle swooping down to the Coquille River to catch a fish. More

Located in Central Oregon, the Deschutes National Forest extends for about 100 miles along the east side of the Cascade Mountains, encompassing more than 1.6 million acres, encompassing more than 1.6 million acres. Enjoy a scenic backdrop of volcanic mountains that form the crest of the Cascade Mountains, and alpine forests, volcanic attractions, dense evergreen forests, mountain lakes, caves, desert areas, and alpine meadows. A wide variety of recreational and scenic opportunities exist on the volcanoes of the High Cascades and in Newberry National Volcanic... More

Offering a spectacular view of the “City of Roses,” the International Rose Test Garden in Washington Park is one of the largest and oldest rose test gardens in the country. The Rose Garden Gift Shop (adjacent to the rose test garden) offers many rose-related items. There are also two other major rose gardens in Portland: Peninsula Park Rose Garden, a formal sunken garden located in North Portland at the intersection of North Ainsworth and Albina; and Ladd’s Addition Garden in the historic southeast Portland neighborhood... More

Lowell State Recreation Site sits on the North shore of Dexter Lake, next to the city of Lowell.  This day use park has it all!  A reservable picnic shelter overlooks the lake and a wooded picnic area.  A playground, basketball court, and flush restroom are all nearby.  Down by the water is a large lawn area with picnic tables and a swim beach.  For the boaters, there is a marina with rentable moorage, a large courtesy dock and a 4 lane launch ramp. Sailboats, water... More

This award-winning park highlights both the Willamette River and downtown Corvallis. Offerings include an interactive fountain, artwork, picnic areas, a skate park and the seasonal Farmers’ Market. A wide range of shops, restaurants and art galleries are within easy walking distance. More

Take the Columbia Gorge Express from Gateway Transit Center to Multnomah Falls and Rooster Rock State Park. Spring at Rooster Rock is where spring fever happens. Imagine the first warm, sunny days of spring where meadows of wild roses and the spicy scent of Oregon grape combine with an endless panorama of the Cascade mountains, blue sky and the deep blue waters of the Columbia River. During the first sunny days of spring, people suddenly call in sick at work or school. That’s when our... More

Stretching from the lush forests of the coastal mountains to the unique Oregon Dunes and on into the beaches of the Pacific Ocean, visitors have a stunning choice of opportunities. One can find activities to suit every taste: from spectacular mountain views to beach combing, from whale watching to exploring the forest or dunes, the Siuslaw National Forest offers something for everyone. Highlights include great views, guided hikes and a visitor center at Cape Perpetua; and miles of sand dunes for hiking, swimming, camping, fishing,... More

At Smith Rock, towers of volcanic ash rise like the spires of a cathedral out of the sage and dust of the high desert at the birthplace of American sport climbing. Whether you come for the climb or come to unwind, you’ll see why Smith Rock is one of the 7 Wonders of Oregon. Thousands of routes attract climbers from every part of the globe, including more than a thousand bolted routes. Cliffs of tuff and basalt are ideal for rock climbing of all difficulty levels. There is sport climbing, traditional climbing and bouldering.... More

The Sumpter Valley Dredge is nestled at the base of the majestic granite peaks of the Elkhorn Mountain Range. The Powder River is born deep within the range and picks up speed as it spills down the Sumpter Valley, traveling through the park before reaching Phillips Reservoir. This waterway was the vein of life during the boom days of the gold rush. The landscape still bears the scars. Miles of tailings line the banks of the river, a remembrance from the prosperous days of mining.... More

Umpqua Lighthouse State Park is located less than a mile from the famous Salmon Harbor on Winchester Bay. The campground and developed day use areas are centered around beautiful Lake Marie. Access to this small freshwater lake is provided for angling and non-motorized boating. There is also a small sandy beach set aside for swimming or just relaxing. The small overnight campground offers RV and tent campsites, along with two beautiful one-room log cabins. These warm and cozy cabins sleep four comfortably. They also have... More

From thundering waterfalls to still mountain lakes, water is the essence of the Umpqua National Forest. Low numbers of visitors on the Umpqua offer you solitude and the chance for self-discovery. You'll find many places to be alone with nature — to fill your senses and renew your spirit. You can create an adventure for a day or a week, all year long. Choose an activity on the left to find specific recreation sites for a variety of activities! If you know the site you... More

Wallowa Lake area has activities for everyone in the family.  If you're interested in a campground surrounded on three sides by 9,000' tall snow-capped mountains and a large clear lake, this is the area for you.  To fully enjoy this popular fishing and boating site, check out the Wallowa Lake Marina link www.wallowalakemarina.com. Outside the park area within walking distance you can enjoy wilderness trails at the Wallowa Lake trailhead, horseback riding, go-karts, canoeing, miniature golf or ride a tramway to the top of Mt.... More

One of Oregon's premier boating facilities on the majestic Willamette River, this park offers expansive parking and a three-lane boat launch. From land or water, Rogers Landing is one of Yamhill County's top recreational resources. Many enjoy strolling the docks at sunset or scanning the skies for blue heron, osprey, kingfishers, or migrating geese. Located on the river's "Newberg Pool", the park is especially popular with water skiers. In spring, fishermen brave the rain to catch salmon near Ash Island, just south of the park.... More

Larch Mountain Picnic area is a wonderful day trip destination. This area features a picnic area with approximatley 10 picnic tables. This site provides access to Sherrard Point Trail (0.2 miles), for epic views on a clear day, and Larch Mountain Trailhead which provides access to loop hiking opportunities. Sherrard Point is not accessible, but the picnic grounds and restrooms are accessible. The loop system of trails at the top provides great mountain biking opportunities. Drinking water is not available. Note: Larch Mountain Road is maintained... More

Forest Park’s extensive system of trails, fire lanes and roads provide excellent opportunities for hiking, walking, running, and simply escaping the urban atmosphere. An abundance of wildlife (more than 112 bird and 62 mammal species) can be found in the park. The 30.2 mile long Wildwood Trail, a National Recreation Trail, is part of the region’s 40-Mile Loop system that links Forest Park to pedestrian and other routes along the Columbia River to Gresham, to Southeast Portland, along the Willamette Greenway, and back to the Marquam... More

This Gladstone city park path offers tranquil views of the Clackamas River. More