parks

The contest highlights the Columbia River Gorge, known for its beauty, cultural significance, and ecological richness. Stories may reflect real experiences, such as a favorite trail or a wildlife encounter, or imaginative adventures set in Oregon's natural spaces.

Oregon— Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is seeking one volunteer to serve on the All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Advisory Committee and ATV Grant Subcommittee and two volunteers on the ATV Highway Access Committee.

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is discontinuing its participation in the Oregon Pacific Coast Passport

Silver Falls State Park is now accepting camping reservations for stays June 18 through Sept. 30. The campground reopened early after a nine-month construction closure.

Cape Arago and Shore Acres state parks are closed to vehicle traffic

The daily parking fee is required at the 25 parks that charge for day-use parking

Free parking

The current electric-assisted bike rules allow the devices to operate on state park trails that are over 8 feet in width and anywhere motor vehicles are allowed on the ocean shore.

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is increasing its camping, parking and reservation fees

Several Oregon State Parks will close or partially close starting in September for construction work on many items from replacing aging infrastructure to adding bathrooms and showers.