An Oregon state park ranks among the nation's best. See which one, why

An Oregon state park was ranked as one of the nation's best by a major travel magazine. Silver Falls State Park was listed as ...
Oregonian

These 22 Oregon state parks are charging new parking fees. Here’s what you need to know

Another round of fee increases at Oregon state parks has arrived. While parking fees at state parks increased from $5 to $10 at the start of 2025, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has now ...
KOIN 6

Dozens of parks across Oregon to host free guided hikes on New Year’s Day

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — State parks across Oregon are offering free guided hikes to ring in 2026 on New Year’s Day. The First Day Hikes 2026 events all take place on January 1 at 25 different parks ...
The Bulletin

Central Oregon state parks offer free First Day Hikes on New Year’s Day

Oregon Parks and Recreation Department will host free guided First Day Hikes at four state parks in Central Oregon on Thursday, Jan. 1. The hikes are part of a nationwide initiative with America’s ...
Statesman Journal

Guided 'First Day Hikes' return to 25 Oregon state parks Jan. 1

Guided hikes to kick off the new year are returning with the annual "First Day Hikes" series at 25 Oregon state parks. Rangers and volunteers will lead hikes that range from a quarter-mile stroll to a ...
OPB

Free ‘First Day’ hikes offered at 55 state parks across the Pacific Northwest

In Oregon, there are 25 events, including a guided paddle trip at Brian Booth State Park, a horseback ride at Elijah Bristow State Park and snowshoeing at Emigrant Springs State Park. “A lot of people ...