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Oregon offers so many reasons to go on the road where the asphalt unwinds the state's scenic secrets. It's time to travel into the Cascade Mountain foothills on a getaway that offers a camping, fishing and a backcountry byway at Green Peter Lake. More

Sweet Home Ranger District (US Highway 20)Sweet Home Ranger District is in the middle part of the Willamette National Forest. This area is accessible from the west via Highway 20 from Albany, OR, or from the east on Highway 20 from Sisters.Let the Sweet Home Ranger District give you a taste of the sweet life! You’ll find mountain biking adventures, incredible wildflower hikes, swimming areas to keep cool on a hot summer day, and much more.Guided HikesSweet Home Nature and Heritage Tours offer incredible opportunities... More

Located in the beautiful Willamette Valley on the South Santiam River, Foster Lake provides boating, swimming and picnicking opportunities. The Foster Dam and Lake regulates the flow from the nearby Green Peter dam. The dam provides flood control, irrigation, power generation, recreation and improved navigation downstream. More

Guided fishing trips for perch, salmon and crab on the Umpqua River. More

Foster Lake RV Resort is located directly across the street from beautiful Foster Lake in the Cascade foothills. The resort offers 65 RV (full and partial) sites, 4 cabins, 2 studios, and boat parking. Guest are just minutes away from the Foster Lake boat launch and swim area. At Foster Lake you can bring your pole to fish, your boat to waterski, a blanket for a picnic or jump in for a refreshing swim. In the Cascades east of Foster Lake you can enjoy hiking,... More

This recreation area is part of Foster Lake More

Located east of Lebanon in the small community of Waterloo, on the banks of the South Santiam River, this beautiful 128-acre park provides families with a great opportunity to fish, hike, swim and relax within its shady confines. The park has 50 campsites with water and electric hook-ups. Enjoy group and family picnicking, fishing, swimming, hiking, a playground, historic education and field sports.Open Year-Round in the A-loop. Modest charge.9510 Gross St., Waterloo, OR 97355 More

Linn County’s newest campground, this 90-acre park, located east of Sweet Home along the South Santiam River, offers a full range of outdoor recreation opportunities including trails, river access, camping, day-use and group facilities. With a total of 65 campsites, plus reservable cabins, River Bend is perfect for quiet getaways. Modest charge. Open year-round. More

Mallard Creek is an 18 hole Championship Golf Course that winds through rolling hills, around and across Hamilton Creek, and alongside several lakes as it makes a nearly 7000 yard journey around the foothills of the Cascade Mountains in the Santiam River drainage basin of the Eastern Willamette Valley. For the last five straight years, we have received the?Award of Excellence as one of the Top?50 RV Parks in the Nation!? We are honored to be included among such company and hope we have an... More

A 35 acre regional style event park with walking trails, bird and wildlife watching, non-motorized boating and fishing. More

Located in the beautiful Willamette Valley on the Middle Santiam River, Green Peter Lake provides boating, swimming and picnicking opportunities. The Green Peter Dam and Lake provides flood control, irrigation, power generation, recreation and improved navigation downstream. More

Brownsville's Pioneer Park has been in use since the 1840s. The park has been expanded and updated through the years to better serve the public. Pioneer Park is a beautiful 26-acre park, bordered on two sides by the Calapooia River, with ball fields, basketball courts, horseshoe pits, a covered dining pavilion with kitchen, summer swimming, a covered amphitheatre and many other features which make the park popular with residents and a favorite destination for many in the surrounding area. During the summer, a limited amount... More

The first thing that strikes you when you arrive at Cascadia is the tranquility. While the park is quite large, there are barely two dozen first-come first-served campsites, making this a great spot for an intimate getaway. The campground, group tent sites, and east picnic area are open May 1-September 30. The west picnic area is open year-round. A pair of hiking trails give you a chance to explore the area. A three-quarter mile trail leads to the spectacular Soda Creek Falls. A newer trail... More

Overview:Looking for that motorized trail experience to enjoy with family and friends? The Shotgun OHV System offers a mix of challenges, scenic views, technical features, and amenities to satisfy the OHV enthusiast. Thirty miles of forest trails wind throughout 8,320 acres of low-elevation forest uniquely situated within the mid-Willamette Valley. Following a good ride, visitors can unwind and warm themselves at 2 OHV facilities, Crooked Creek Staging Site and Cascade View OHV Complex. Novice riders can further hone their skills at the dedicated training site... More

Located east of Sweet Home on the shores of Green Peter Reservoir, this 328-acre rustic county park is perfect for enjoying spectacular mountain views, bird-watching, sailing, fishing, hiking, camping and water skiing. Bring your jet ski, speed boat or fishing boat, and enjoy the beautiful waters of Green Peter Reservoir.  37 campsites, no utility hook-ups. Modest charge. Open May through September.  Located on Quartzville Road in Foster, Oregon approximately 9 miles from the intersection of Hwy. 20 & Quartzville Road More

Oregon Trail pioneers who first arrived in Lebanon were drawn to the fertile farmlands here between the Cascade Mountains and the Coast Range. The historic Santiam Wagon Road operated from the 1860s until the 1930s — a historically important freight route between the Willamette Valley and Central Oregon. Now a town of nearly 16,000 people, this… More

Oregon is home to a thousand waterfalls. Well, maybe not quite a thousand, but it seems every direction I drive the possibility to find one nestled in the dense trees is exceptionally high. When we want to skip the larger fall-seeking crowds, we head to McDowell Creek near Lebanon. It is a nice drive, winding… More

Overview The refreshing location with its lush, forest setting, coupled with comforts normally associated with an urban park, blend seamlessly at this popular day-use site. Here, one can immerse in the enjoyment of surrounding hiking trails, a swimming area, meandering creeks, and picnicking units. Whether seeking trail solitude, a fun day of water play during the heat of summer, or the lingering memory of that very special celebration, this special place awaits your arrival. Shotgun Creek Recreation Site is open to day use year round.... More

This recreation area is part of Green Peter Lake More

Set on 80 scenic acres, Century Farm Equestrian Center offers opportunities for horseback riding, star gazing and camping in a real tepee - these overnights are not to be missed.Also available are 100 tent/trailer for special events.Please call ahead to schedule. More

OverviewLongbow Organization Camp was built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. The historic campground provides a covered cooking area with a fireplace and six sleep shelters that face the beautiful South Santiam River. Natural Features:The campground spans 10 acres on a bend of the South Santiam river. The river is fed by runoff from the Cascade Mountains and flows for 66 miles. The Menagerie Wilderness is located nearby.Elk can sometimes be seen in early May in an elk pasture one mile from Longbow.Recreation:Fishing... More

Join McKenzie River Fishing Guides and Rafting Tours between the months of May and October for whitewater rafting trips and fishing excursions in the heart of nature. With over 30 years experience fishing and boating in the Pacific Northwest, owner Bob Spencer will make sure your trip is safe, fun and memorable. More

You can tell a lot about a “community’s pride” by the parades they put on. Each spring on the McKenzie River, there is a dandy and all of it is handmade! Folks from all over the country gather to parade down the McKenzie River in drift boats. It’s a chance to connect with old friends… More