Within the heavily eroded volcanic deposits of the scenic John Day River basin is a well-preserved fossil record of plants and animals.
Crater Lake is widely known for its intense blue color and spectacular views.
Fort Clatsop National Memorial is a very busy place now that the bicentennial is in full swing. Due to increased visitation, how visitors visit the park differs throughout the year.
The Klamath Marsh National Wildlife Refuge was established in 1958 "... as an inviolate sanctuary, or for any other management purpose, for migratory birds." The refuge primarily consists of 40, 000 acres of wet meadows and open water wetlands.
The Sheldon National Wildlife Refuge protects more than half a million acres of high desert habitat for large wintering herds of pronghorn antelope, scattered bands of bighorn sheep, and a rich assortment of other wildlife.
Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge was established in 1936 to provide range for remnant pronghorn antelope herds.
Umatilla National Wildlife Refuge, was established in 1969 for wildlife habitat lost to flooding caused by the construction of the John Day Lock and Dam.
William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge was created to provide vital wintering habitat for dusky Canada geese. Unlike other Canada geese, duskies have limited summer and winter ranges.
Malheur National Wildlife Refuge, established in 1908, is located in southeastern Oregon on the northern edge of the Great Basin.
Oregon's Willamette Valley was once a rich mix of wildlife habitats. Valley wetlands were once extensive, with meandering stream channels and vast seasonal marshes.
Nearly 30 miles long and up to eight miles wide, Upper Klamath Lake is the largest freshwater body west of the Rockies. It has a surface area of 91, 000 acres and 98 miles of shoreline. Recreation facilities are managed for Reclamation by the U. S.
Cold Springs Dam and Reservoir are features of the Umatilla Project. The dam was completed in 1908. The reservoir covers 1, 600 acres with 12 miles of shoreline and is a national wildlife refuge heavily used by migrating waterfowl.
Recreation on this 4, 940-acre reservoir is located in the Cascade Mountains. There are 24 miles of shoreline. One of the best rainbow trout lakes in the state. Fish exceed 10 pounds.
Agency Lake Ranch is located 27 miles northwest of Klamath Falls and 6 miles west of Chiloquin, situated along the northwestern shoreline of Agency Lake. The site is open year-round.
Bully Creek Dam and Reservoir (Vale Project) are on the Bully Creek about 8 miles northwest of the Creek's confluence with the Malheur River. Forested areas at the reservoir provide opportunities for viewing migrating birds.
Henry Hagg Lake was formed by the construction of Scoggins Dam which is a major facility of the Tualatin Project. Scoggins Park/Henry Hagg Lake has many developed facilities for day use. Park is open from sunrise to sunset seven days a week.
Phillips Lake was formed by the construction of Mason Dam which is a feature of the Baker Project. Recreation on this 2, 235-acre reservoir is located approximately 15 miles southwest of Baker City, Oregon off Oregon 7.
Gerber Dam and Reservoir are on Miller Creek 14 miles east of Bonanza, Oregon. The reservoir provides storage for irrigation water and its capacity is 94, 000 acre feet with 17 miles of shoreline.
In 1994, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) acquired a portion of an abandoned Oregon and Southern Eastern railway line that was once used to haul ore, logs, supplies, and passengers between Disston and Cottage Grove.
Rising 9, 700 feet above sea level, Steens Mountain is the highest peak in the northern Great Basin desert. The East Rim Overlook provides a stunning view of this rugged country.
Whittaker Creek Campground offers family camping in a wooded riverside location with a hiking trail that provides access to an old growth stand of Douglas fir high above the campground.
Clay Creek Campground is a favorite if you enjoy riverside camping with an interpretive trail to old-growth timber.
The Lakeview District offers a variety of recreation opportunities. The landscapes across the four million plus acres of publicland include forested mountains and vast reaches of high elevation desert.
Scattered reservoirs offergood to excellent trout fishing in a landscape that at first seems alien to that experience. It is the place where antelope and wildhorses roam, as well as offering respite to millions of migratory birds at the Warner Wetlands.
Rising 9, 700 feet above sea level, Steens Mountain is the highest peak in the northern Great Basin desert. The East Rim Overlook provides a stunning view of this rugged country.
Elkhorn Centrally located in the Little North Fork Recreation Area, Elkhorn offers secluded camp units along the North fork of the Santiam River. Trails along the river give visitors access to swimming holes and fishing.
Within this beautiful corridor, there are world-class fly-fishing opportunities, exhilarating whitewater for rafters and kayakers, picture postcard scenery, a recently renovated 31-unit BLM campground, and a hiking and biking trail, which follows the rive
A 1, 300 foot segment along the lower stem of Cow Creek is withdrawn from private mining claims to offer recreational gold panning opportunities to the public.
The Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument was created to protect an array of biological, geological, hydrological, archeological and historic resources. Although important individually, collectively these resources comprise a unique, diverse ecosystem.
The Galice-Hellgate National Back Country Byway is a 39-mile-long scenic motor route starting from Interstate 5 near Merlin ("Gateway to the Rogue") and progressing along the Rogue National Wild and Scenic River.
When you enter this gateway to the back country, you'll feel the cool mist surrounding Rainie Falls. A strenuous hike along the historic Rogue River or the Mule Creek Canyon Trails offers visitors an invigorating challenge.
Lake Abert is the third-largest saline body of water in North America. Brine shrimp in the lake provide the food supply for a number of bird species.
The Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area is a mosaic of pastures, woodlands, and wetlands, providing a variety of wildlife viewing experiences.
The Doerner Fir is the largest known Douglas Firin the world, it stands 329 feet tall and 11.5 feet in diameter. The 1/2 mile trail leading to the Fir takes you through one of the coast's finest old growth forests.
The Lower Deschutes River was designated an Oregon Scenic Waterway in 1970 and a Federal Wild and Scenic River in 1988. The river runs through a deep rimrock-lined canyon that ranges from 900 feet to 2, 600 feet in depth.
The Macks Canyon archaeological site is a large, prehistoric village locale overlooking the Deschutes River in north-central Oregon.
Located on the fork of Edson Creek and Sixes river, this site is a popular swimming and fishingdestination. The boat launch area provides accessto the river for small boats.
The North Spit of Coos Bay is a strip of land between the Pacific Ocean and the waters of Coos Bay. Watching commercial vessels is but one unique opportunity to be enjoyed on this industrialized, semi-wild peninsula.
The Rogue River Ranch is on the National Register of Historic Places and is nestled in the heart of the Rogue River's wild section. Once a major Native American habitation site, the area has enjoyed a rich human history of over 9, 000 years.
Table Rock Wilderness was designated a part of the National Wilderness System in 1984. It is the last large area-6, 028 acres-of pristine forest land in the Molalla River drainage.
The 2, 500-acre West Eugene Wetlands are located within the city limits of Eugene, Oregon. These lands were acquired by federal, state, local, and nonprofit organizations because of the important ecological values, both botanical and wildlife.
Sharp*s Creek is a favorite of recreational miners, campers, picnickers, and nature lovers. There are opportunities to pan or sluice for gold year round in Sharp*s Creek. Nearby are the scenic Row River Trail and the historic Bohemia Mining District.
This wild river corridor flows through southeastern Oregon from the Idaho/Oregon state line to Owyhee Reservoir. (It excludes the Rome Valley, which is a ranching and agricultural area.
Jutting into the Pacific Ocean, this harsh, unforgiving environment hosts many forms of life. Harbor seals and whales are visible offshore year-round.
In 1988, Congress designated 33.8 miles of the North Umpqua River as a Wild and Scenic River with a "recreation" classification. It begins at the confluence of Rock Creek (rivermile 35.5) near Swiftwater Bridge and ends at Soda Springs (rivermile 69.3).
The Rogue River Ranch is on the National Register of Historic Places and is nestled in the heart of the Rogue River's wild section. Once a major Native American habitation site, the area has enjoyed a rich human history of over 9, 000 years.
This site, sometimes referred to as Horton Lake, Hult Marsh, Hult Reservoir, or Mill Pond, was developed in the early 1900s for logging operations.
Shotgun Creek Park is located in the foothills of the Western Cascades. This 260 acre site retains the natural characteristics typical of this region in Oregon and is one of the most popular day-use recreation areas in Lane County.
This scenic 1240 acre lake with its many miles of forested shoreline provides multiple outdoor recreational opportunities. Overnight camping is available at Mona campground, boat launching at Saddle Dam and Lookout Creek ramps.
With the beauty of the McKenzie River and a good reputation for trout fishing and several boat launches, this scenic 1, 280 acre lake offers many recreational opportunities.
Located in the rugged mountain forests below Mt. Jefferson, Detroit Lake is stored water from the Santiam River. Detroit Dam rises 463 feet above its foundation in the narrow, steep and rocky slopes of the North Santiam Canyon.
The lake is located in rolling, partially wooded hill country. Its three parks offer boating, swimming, sailing, fishing and water skiing. Schwarz park located downstream of the dam, offers overnight camping for families and groups.
Located in the beautiful Willamette Valley on the Middle Santiam River, Green Peter Lake provides boating, swimming and picnicking opportunities.
This scenic 1, 852 acre lake is surrounded by 22 miles of forested shoreline, providing many opportunities for outdoor recreation such as boating, water skiing, hiking and wildlife viewing. The land surrounding the lake is protected and managed by the U.S.
Lost Creek Lake is located 30 miles northeast of Medford on the Rogue River in a scenic, mountainous and timbered canyon.
Located in the beautiful Willamette Valley on the South Santiam River, Foster Lake provides boating, swimming and picnicking opportunities. The Foster Dam and Lake regulates the flow from the nearby Green Peter dam.
22 miles southeast of Eugene, Lookout Point Lake is a popular recreation area offering year-round fishing, seasonal water skiing, sailing, swimming, picnicking and hunting.
22 miles southeast of Eugene, Dexter Lake is a popular recreation area offering year-round fishing, seasonal water skiing, sailing, swimming, picnicking and hunting.
The lake and its shoreline set in the gently rolling hills of the Willamette Valley, is used for boating, swimming, water skiing, fishing, picnicking and camping.
The Dales Dam is 192 miles upstream from the mouth of the Columbia River, two miles east of the city of The Dalles, Oregon. The dam extends 1.5 miles from the Oregon shore to the navigation lock on the Washington shore.
Fern Ridge Lake, a popular recreation area for sailing, power boating and water skiing, is just 12 miles from downtown Eugene.
Hills Creek Lake is set in rugged mountain country within the Willamette National Forest. The scenic 2, 735 acre lake with its 44 miles of forested shoreline provides many opportunities for outdoor recreation.
John Day Dam is 216 miles upstream from the mouth of the Columbia River and located at Exit 109 off Interstate 84 in Oregon. The project consists of a navigation lock, spillway, powerhouse and fish-passage facilities on both shores.
Historic Willamette Falls Locks is located on the west bank of the Willamette River in West Linn, OR.
Willow Creek Lake is a flood control dam designed to protect the city of Heppner, Oregon. The dam also provides valuable water storage for irrigation for the area.
Located in the Columbia Gorge National Scenic Area 40 miles east of Portland, Oregon, and Vancouver, Washington, Bonneville Lock and Dam spans the Columbia and links the two states. The U.S.
Lake Wallula, located in northeastern Oregon and southeastern Washington along the Columbia River, provides for water fun and relaxation. The landscape is characteristic of wide-open vistas with few trees while the climate is arid.
The South Slough Reserve contains upland forests, freshwater wetlands and ponds, salt marshes, mud flats, eelgrass meadows and open water habitats.
Hells Canyon was designated a national recreation area in 1975. The 652, 500 acre canyon has a maximum depth of 7, 900 ft making it the deepest gorge in North America.
The Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area is a spectacular river canyon cutting the only sea-level route through the Cascade Mountain Range.
Located in "Oregon's Outback", is the Fremont National Forest. Expansive views, dramatic cliffs and solitude are what you'll find. The Forest provides the self reliant recreationist the opportunity to discover nature in a rustic environment. There are 1.
Located in central Oregon, lies the Ochoco National Forest. The forest is part of the old Blue Mountain Forest Reserve, which was established in 1906 by President Theodore Roosevelt.
Surrounding much of the Rogue Valley in southwestern Oregon, the 630, 000-acre Rogue River National Forest provides a rich diversity of scenery and recreational opportunities.
The Siuslaw National Forest is located in the coast mountain range of Oregon and is one of the two forests in the continental United States bordering the Pacific Ocean.
Located within the western slopes of the Cascades in southwest Oregon, lies the Umpqua National Forest comprising nearly a million acres.
Located in Oregon, lies the Willamette National Forest. The forest stretches for 110 miles (177, 023 kilometers) along the western slopes of the Cascades. The Forest is 1.6 million acres (682, 343 hectares) in size and extends from the Mt.
Located in Central Oregon, the Deschutes National Forest extends for about 100 miles along the east side of the Cascade Mountains, encompassing more than 1.6 million acres, encompassing more than 1.6 million acres.
In the Blue Mountains of Eastern Oregon lies the 1.46-million acre Malheur National Forest, a place of dramatic landscape and scenery! Solitude, tranquility, and beauty abound in this Forest where there is no fast lane.
Located twenty miles east of the city of Portland and the northern Willamette River valley, the Mt.
The Siskiyou National Forest is located in the Klamath Mountains and the Coast Ranges of Southwestern Oregon with a small segment of the Forest extending into Northwestern California and the Siskiyou Mountain Range.
Located in the Blue Mountains of southeast Washington State and northeast Oregon, lies the Umatilla National Forest, covering 1.4 million acres of diverse landscapes and plant communities.
Located in northeast Oregon and western Idaho, lies the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest comprised of 2.3 million acres. Elevations on the National Forest range from 875 feet in Hells Canyon, to 9845 feet above sea level in the Eagle Cap Wilderness.
Located in southern Oregon, lies the Winema National Forest encompassing one million acres on the east side of the Cascade Mountains.