The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is implementing new fees at some of its day-use parks and raising fees for some of its busiest overnight camping parks. The state waives day-use parking fees at more than 225 of its state parks, with only 25 parks charging the $10 fee for in-state visitors and $12 for […]
‘First Day’ hikes will be held throughout Oregon on New Years Day, including a morning hike at the Deschutes River State Recreation Area east of The Dalles and an afternoon hike to the west at the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail in Mosier. To the east, Cottonwood Canyon and Smith Rock state parks are hosting hikes as well.
The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) invites Oregonians outdoors on New Year’s Day for the annual First Day Hikes event. Visitors can choose from 32 hikes in 31 parks across the state.
Beachgoers are urged to help recovery efforts of the threatened western snowy plover by respecting nesting areas and beach restrictions during nesting season, March 15 through Sept. 15, said a news release by Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.
A public meeting for Rooster Rock State Park is scheduled for Wednesday, March 18. Park staff with the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will present site development plan options for the park that include improving the park entrance and developing an accessible walking path along the Columbia River, while maintaining existing park features.
