Feature Articles

 Campfire/flame restrictions
Jul 17, 2025
Plus, six tips to keep campfires safe and enjoyable this season
 Reimagine Oregon State Parks Survey
Jul 17, 2025
The goal of this survey is to better understand the public’s values and priorities as we shape the future
 Is Oregon State Parks raising fees?
Jul 1, 2025
Learn the ins and outs of visitor fees for 2025
 Follow these tips to recreate safely this summer
Jun 6, 2025
June is Search and Rescue Awareness Month in Oregon.
2025 Shore Acres Holiday Lights timed entry & parking on sale June 1
Jun 3, 2025
Event set for Nov. 27-Dec. 31.
 Respect western snowy plover nesting areas
Mar 13, 2025
Protect threatened shorebird by staying on wet sand & keeping dogs out of restricted areas
 Your lucky day
Dec 31, 2024
As popular campgrounds reopen from construction closures, we will post information about reservation openings here
 Accessible sites reservable online in 2025
Dec 17, 2024
Visitors can book accessible sites online starting Jan. 1, 2025.
 Work underway on selected projects to improve state parks
Dec 1, 2024
Nine projects in eight parks funded by bond sales underway
 Slow the spread of the invasive emerald ash borer
Aug 21, 2024
Help keep the invasive insect out of state parks for as long as possible with these tips
 Beach fires—are you sure about that?
Jul 2, 2024
Guide to safe beach fires: where to build, what to use, and how to properly extinguish.
 Essential tips for planning your warm-weather hike
Aug 14, 2023
No. 1: Bring extra water