A state recreation area on Oregon's south coast has been closed due to a stranded vessel that washed ashore near Port Orford.

New permits will be required to paddle boats while fishing, hunting and visiting state parks will be more expensive in 2026.

Oregon's state parks are proposing a host of changes aimed at bringing in more money for a system of 250 parks and 50 campgrounds. The state agency is taking public comment on their ideas from now ...

If you’ve resolved to spend more time in nature in 2026—or simply want to get a little fresh air amid the winter blahs—Oregon State Parks and Metro have announced winter programming that could be just ...

Oregon state parks will once again host guided New Year’s Day hikes on trails across the state, though parking will no longer necessarily be free. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has ...

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is seeking public feedback on proposed rules governing unmanned aircraft systems ...

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 ...

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 ...

PORTLAND, Ore. — There are only a few days left to purchase annual permits to park at Oregon State Parks before you'll have to pay double the cost. Starting Jan. 1, 2026, 12-month parking permits will ...

Trained Oregon State Park volunteers will be stationed at 14 sites along the Oregon Coast from 10 AM to 1 PM, Saturday, Dec. 27 through Wednesday, Dec. 31, to help visitors spot gray whales on their ...