Tours/Events
Paddle with our interpretive staff and learn about the flora and fauna of this special area along the Williamson River. Allow up to 3 hours for the tour, including pre-launch gear setup and post-launch check in. Kayak, paddle and PFD provided. Minimum age: Children 8 – 11 must ride with an adult in a tandem kayak, 12 - 17 may ride in a single – all children must be accompanied by an adult…
Deschutes River State Recreation Area - Horse Trail Reservation
Deschutes River State Recreation Area
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The Deschutes River Horse Trail is a 22-mile round trip former railbed trail, open sunrise to sunset. It’s limited to 10 horses per day, so advanced reservations are required. The trail starts at the Deschutes River State Recreation Area campground entrance parking lot, & ends at Harris Ranch. It’s great for wildlife viewing, wildflower photography, & site-seeing in the Lower Deschutes River Canyon. Note: This is a …
Meet at the Discovery Depot Visitor Center and join a Park Ranger for a guided hike focused on our fungal friends: mushrooms and lichens. Learn about wild edible species, dangerous species, and how fungal relationships with plants allow forests to thrive and grow!
Pets are welcome to join but must be on a leash no longer than six feet. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
This hike will be approximately 1…
Meet at the Discovery Depot Visitor Center. Join a Park Ranger for a lesson on plant fiber crafts including harvesting Stinging Nettle stalks for fiber, making cordage, and knot tying!
Pets are welcome to join but must be on a leash no longer than six feet. Children must be accompanied by a parent or gaurdian.
This presentation will mostly be in the Depot but will also involve a short walk over to our closest nettle…
Meet at the Discovery Depot Visitor Center. Join a Park Ranger for a guided hike focused on exploring the wonderful world of summer in the pacific northwest! Learn about how plants survive the heat, and the seasonal cycle of wildflowers, and native edible species.
Pets are welcome to join but must be on a leash no longer than six feet. Children must be accompanied by a parent or gaurdian.
This hike will be approximately 1…
Join Ranger Hailey for a guided walk through time.
The Historic 804 trail is a living testament to time and
culture along the Oregon Coast. From ancient footpath
to country road back to its roots, explore the trail‘s
scenic bluffs to discover its rich cultural and ecological
past.
Require an accommodation to attend a program above? Please send a
request to Hailey Bond at hailey.bond@oprd.oregon.gov at least five days…
Join Oregon State Park Rangers to work on projects and help sustain our public lands. Volunteer activities may include hiking on uneven terrain and the use of hand or powered tools, we will be working rain or shine. Instructions, gloves, hard hats, and tools are provided (feel free to bring your own gloves or helmet if preferred). Best suited for adults and youth ages 13 and older. All youth need to be accompanied by an…