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This Sprawling, Coastal Oregon State Park Offers Cozy Campsites And Scenic Recreation

Head to this scenic state park on Oregon's coast for camping, hiking, and beach-combing experiences that include the Peter ...
Statesman Journal

Oregon State Parks imposes new fee on out-of-state campers to discourage travel, raise funds

Camping at one of Oregon's state parks will cost a little extra if you're visiting from outside the state beginning on August 10. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department announced a 30 percent ...

Oregon State Parks wants to change the rules on camping to save money

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Commission wants to reopen its rulebook to make a few changes that park officials hope will save the agency millions of dollars in the coming years. Members of the ...
The Bulletin

As Oregon state parks grapple with funding woes, some parks fees to increase

Some Oregon state parks will see increased parking and visitor fees later this year, as the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department looks to lessen a widening budget shortfall. Starting in October, 21 ...
Oregonian

With Oregon state parks busier than ever, these 5 overlooked parks are worth a visit

Oregon’s state parks were busier than ever in 2021, but not all park sites were overcrowded. Among the roughly 250 Oregon state park sites, there are dozens that remain stubbornly under the radar, ...
KLCC

Oregon parks staff consider restricting refunds, changing fees to close $8M shortfall

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has proposed rule changes that could result in higher fees at some sites, ...

Oregon state parks seeks feedback on plan to increase fees

Future Special Access Passes (SAP) for veterans and foster families will be exclusively for those who live in Oregon, according to proposed changes. That update along with limiting the number of free ...
KUOW

Washington And Oregon State Parks Close Over...Well, You Know Why

You’ll have to put off your favorite hike on Washington public lands for at least two weeks. State-managed parks and wildlife areas are closing starting Wednesday, March 25. The Department of Natural ...
BikePortland.org

Oregon State Parks e-bike rule change takes key step forward

The State of Oregon has taken an important step toward what could be a big change to where electric bikes can ridden. On Wednesday, the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) announced that the ...
Oregonian

Oregon State Parks looking for flexibility in campground reservations, fees

A standard nine-month window for campground reservations at Oregon state parks could become a thing of the past. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department announced a proposed rule change Tuesday, ...
OPB

Oregon State Parks waive parking fees for ‘Green Friday’

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is waiving all day-use parking fees Friday, the day after Thanksgiving. “We recognize that being outdoors makes us feel better and is a break from the ...