Central Point

1.) Tou Velle State Park - This is a beautiful day-use park located on the bank of the Rogue River and at the foot of the geologically prominent Table Rocks. You can fish, swim, hike, watch wildlife and experience nature at its finest. An ideal spot for family gatherings or group picnics, the site has a large picnic shelter with cooking utilities. There?s a smaller picnic kitchen and three sites with water and electricity. Denman Wildlife Refuge is next to this park and teems with local and migratory wildlife -- a bird viewing paradise. Salmon and steelhead pass through seasonally on treks to and from the ocean. Rainbow trout are stocked by the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife. A boat ramp with toilet facilities provides excellent access to the river.
http://www.stateparks.com/tou_velle.html


2.) Robert Pfaff park - This 1.5 acre park is conveniently located in downtown Central Point offers a performance stage and covered picnic areas ideal for Get togethers and small weddings. Also During the summer time you can find a movie playing on every friday night!
Robert Pfaff Park, 635 Manzanita Street, Central Point

http://www.centralpointoregon.gov/parks.aspx?id=763

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Eagle Point

1.) Lost Creek Covered Bridge- The Lost Creek Bridge, at 39 feet, is the shortest of all Oregon covered bridges. Since 1979, the structure has been closed to traffic with a concrete span handling the few vehicles each day.

http://www.oregon.com/covered_bridges/bridges/lost.cfm

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Gold Beach

1.) Huntley Park - A hiking trail surrounds this entire park that features areas for picnics, horseshoes, softball, and tetherball. Swimming is available in the lovely sandy lagoon. There are also over 60 RV and tent camping sites available.
http://travel.yahoo.com/p-travelguide-2999147-huntley_park_gold_beach-i


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Gold Hill

1.) KOA Kampgrounds - Between Medford and Gold Hill - in the hills of southern Oregon lies this family-oriented and peaceful campground, situated in a rural area less than a mile from the Rogue River and surrounded by farmland. Buffered by hills, it's only half a mile from I-5, conveniently located between Medford and Grants Pass. You're close to Ashland's Shakespeare Festival, Britt Music Festival in historic Jacksonville, Jackson County Fairgrounds and Expo Park, gold panning and year-round fishing, river rafting and jet boating on the Rogue River. The Oregon coast and Crater Lake are easy day trips. Return to shady tent sites, Kamping Kabins and pull thrus up to 100 feet long with free Wi-Fi, cable TV and 50-amp service. Kids will keep busy with the pool, playground, horseshoes, basketball court and rec room with video games and pool table.
http://www.koa.com/where/or/37109/

Grants Pass

1.) Riverside Park - The pride of the Grants Pass Parks system. Features frontage on the Rogue River, playground, rose garden, large mature trees, shelters, a softball field, a soccer field, lots of grass for picnics and play. During the summer months the park is the home of the Concerts in the Park series. A disc golf course wanders through sections of the park and is another popular feature. 304 E Park StreetGrants Pass OR 97526
http://www.yelp.com/biz/riverside-park-grants-pass

2.) Tom Pearce Park - Park has shelter facilities (#1-seats 150 people, #2-seats 150 people, hester-seats 100 people), 18 hole disc golf course, hiking/nature trail, picnic areas, ball field, river access, large playground, horseshoe pits, volleyball court, and 108 acres of just plain beauty!

http://www.co.josephine.or.us/page.asp?navid=494

3.) Westholm Park - A neighborhood park featuring a softball field, tennis court, basketball area, restrooms, playground and picnic area. Facilities also include a Playground, Tennis Court, Softball Field! 225 SW Wildwood Grants Pass OR 97526

http://www.grantspassoregon.gov/Index.aspx?page=1616

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Medford

1.) Train Park - Admission to Railroad Park is free and people of all ages are welcome to ride the steam trains and visit the displays. Trains are operated by members of the Southern Oregon Live Steamers. The Rogue Valley Model Railroad Club operates model trains in their club's building at the park. Members of the Southern Oregon Chapter, National Railway Historical Society are on hand to answer questions about the historical railroad equipment in the park. A big attraction is the recent restoration of the 1910 Visitor Center caboose. The interior will have displays on the rich railroad history of our area. A self-guided tour of historical railroad equipment is available. The Morse Telegraph Club's antique telegraphy system is operating and will send free telegraph messages to anyone, anywhere. The Southwest Oregon Large Scale Trains club has a garden railroad layout under construction. Bring a picnic and come out and enjoy the day!
http://www.ci.medford.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=497

2.) Bear Creek Park and Skate Park - is approximately a 100 acre park with a great playground, little league fields, an off-leash dog area, a BMX track, an outdoor performing amphitheater, a 25,000 square foot skatepark, various barbecue areas, four tennis courts, and restroom. Please see the pdf amenity link at bottom of page for park layout. Park also features a skate park - This 24,000 sq. ft. facility has various stairs, irregular shaped ramps, narrow arches, corner ramps and MORE, MORE, MORE. Elevated platforms surround the two bowls which drop down 7-9 ft. radius.

http://www.ci.medford.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=486

3.) Jackson Park and Outdoor pool w/ Slide - One of Medford's many parks, Jackson Park is complete with an outdoor public swimming pool and fun play structures. Grab some "lunch-to-go" and head to the corner of West Jackson and Summit! For more information contact the Medford Visitors Center. (Small charge for swimming pool entry only - park has free admission.) 541-774-2400

http://www.ci.medford.or.us/SIB/files/Pool%20Connect-8%20pgs.pdf

4.)Hawthorne Park - This 20 acre tract provides a welcome retreat to busy shoppers, families and anyone craving an open green area. It has an outdoor pool, drinking fountains, play area, 1 bocce ball court, 2 horsehoe pits, a rose garden, restrooms and a large open area. The outdoor pool is operated by the Medford Parks Department in the summer, offering adult lap times, open public swim times and our ever popular and very affordable swim lessons.

http://www.zvents.com/medford-or/venues/show/925794-hawthorne-park#

5.) Fichtner - Mainwaring park - is located on Stewart Avenue, between Holly Street and Oakdale Avenue. This is a 31 acre site with pathways, four sand volleyball courts, two basketball courts, four tennis courts, a play area, a very small gazebo, soccer fields, and restroom. The Spray Park is the first one in the City of Medford Park system. The spray park can be reserved for private use from 9-11am for $26. It is open for public use from 11am - 9pm.

http://www.ci.medford.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=493

6.) Holmes Park - is the 2nd most popular wedding park in Medford boasts tennis courts, basketball court, play area and open field. It is situated next to a disc golf course.

http://www.ci.medford.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=488

7.) Donahue - Frohnmayer Park -
1678 Spring StreetMedford, OR
541-774-2400
Play area, outdoor basketball, drinking fountain. pathway through wetlands.
http://www.ci.medford.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=472



8.) Lone Pine Spray Park - near Lone Pine Elementary School off Lone Pine Road. Water-spray area, restrooms, open space. Play equipment at nearby Lone Pine Elementary School.
http://www.mailtribune.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20070707/BIRTHDAYPARTYGUIDE/70718028


9.) Lewis Park - Parkside Village Apartments in west Medford will finally live up to its name next spring when play areas, basketball courts, Spray area, and a BMX track take shape a year behind schedule at the city's Lewis Park. This Park is almost completely done, the city is now working on building the BMX track-- which is getting done fast- so it should be open soon!

Rogue River

1.) Valley of the Rogue State Park - A pleasant green oasis awaits you in southern Oregon's Rogue Valley. Valley of the Rogue Park has both a day-use picnic area and an overnight campground along three miles of shoreline on the Rogue River. A meeting hall is available for groups. An easy, self-guided interpretive walking trail provides a relaxing 1.25 mile stroll along the river's edge.

I-5 at Exit 45B, 12 miles E of Grants Pass

http://www.oregonstateparks.org/park_109.php

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Port Orford

1.) Battle Rock Park - The beach side park in the town of Port Orford, Oregon, commemorates the early history of this area at the famed Battle Rock. There is an excellent visitor's center here and one of the most spectacular views on the southern Oregon Coast. The site also lends itself well to the Annual 4th of July Jubilee fireworks. The park serves as a natural amphitheater for the spectacular display.

http://www.portorfordoregon.com/battlerock.html

2.) Buffington Park - After turning west on 14th Street, you will find the entrance and parking area at the corner of Arizona and 14th. Buffington Park has something for everyone. A playground with swings and slides, A world-class skate park with a beautiful cradle, A horse arena, A baseball field, A newly redone basketball court, Newly renovated horseshoe pits, A miniature golf course, Tennis court, Butterfly Garden, and Plenty of benches and picnic tables. What a mouth full! :) but you can surely say that this park really does have everything.

http://www.discoverportorford.com/parks.php

3.) Humbug Mountain State Park - The park and campground are dominated by Humbug Mountain (elevation 1,756 feet) and surrounded by forested hills. The campground enjoys some of the warmest weather on the Oregon coast as the surrounding mountains offer protection from cool ocean breezes. Many visitors enjoy windsurfing and scuba diving. Hiking to the top of Humbug Mountain is a major activity.

http://www.ohwy.com/or/h/humbugmt.htm

Talent

1.) Talent Skate Park- Great Indoor skate park that also offers Camp, for those looking to start skating or improve on their skills, Beginners and experts, skateboarders and in-line skaters, boys and girls, even some moms and dads.
Talent is contracted by Burlington and Colchester to run skate camps at their city skateparks.
Start with the basics: pushing, turning, stopping, balance
Then move on to ramps: rolling down, dropping in, turning around.
Finally on to tricks: ollies, grinds, and kickflips.
As well as skateboard skills they teach park safety, etiquette, patience and respect.
Goals of Camp: Skate Better, skate for fun, get some exercise and make new friends.

http://www.talentskatepark.com/index.htm?id=1

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White City

1.) Jackson County Sports Park - The action is fast and fun at this park, which sports a 10-field softball complex, a drag strip that is the site of major racing events, a go-kart track, one-third mile dirt oval track, public shooting range,and fishing ponds.You can sight your rifle in before hunting season or practice your marksmanship with rifles or pistols at this large shooting range. There is also an area designated for shotgun enthusiasts. There is even a covered area so you can enjoy target practice during the rainy season. The shooting range is open year round.Racing fans can take advantage of the high-speed action at Jackson County’s Sports Park. Whether it’s the Southern Oregon Speedway’s 1/3 mile oval track, the kart tract or the ¼ mile Champion Raceway, the Sports Park provides exciting racing eventsthe entire family will enjoy.

http://www.jacksoncountyparks.com/sports_park.htm

2.) Table Rock Park- Lower Table Rock, with its twin Upper Table Rock, dramatically rises 800 feet up from the Rogue River Valley Floor. They are flat-topped remnants of lava flows that filled the canyons of the Rogue River over seven million years ago. The top of Lower Table Rock is a mosaic of grassy mounds, stony flats and vernal pools. Vernal pools are very unique and fascinating little worlds of their own, featuring many unique species - including fairy shrimp!

Happy Hiking!

http://www.nature.org/wherewework/northamerica/states/oregon/preserves/art6805.html

Northern California Parks

Crescent City

1.) Redwood National Park is Great for Camping: Redwood National and State Parks offer four developed campgrounds, three in the redwood forest and one on the ocean. Tidbits to know: no trailer hook-ups exist; there is a charge for each extra vehicle per site; and day use fees are charged.
All campgrounds are California state park campgrounds operated by the California Department of Parks and Recreation

And for Kids-- look into being a Junior Ranger for a great experience that you won't soon forget!

http://www.nps.gov/redw

2.) City Park - The City Park, located on Front St., right along the water, is popular with local kids and families. At the entrance to the park is an adorable redwood bear carving, and also a huge hollow redwood section, 1600 years old, for kids to play in. A bike path goes along the water's edge, plenty of grassy areas and picnic tables. And you'll get the best views of the Crescent City harbor and all the fishing boats.

http://www.travelforkids.com/Funtodo/California/North_Coast/crescentcity.htm

3.) The Fred Endert Municipal Swimming Pool is an indoor swimming pool with water slide, open to the public, recreation swim for all, every afternoon in the summer.
1000 Play St. Crescent City, Ca. 95531
Phone: (707) 464-9503
Pool Manager: Matt Hildebrandt

http://www.crescentcity.org/pool.htm

4.) Shoreline Campground - The Shoreline RV Park and Campground is situated along the rugged and scenic Northern California Coastline approximately 20 miles south of the Oregon border. The area boasts majestic redwoods, miles of pristine coastline, clean rivers and thousands of acres of State and National Forestland.
Recreational opportunities are endless including sport fishing, kayaking, hiking, bird watching, beachcombing and boating to name a few.
900 Sunset Circle
Crescent City, CA 95531
Phone: (707) 464-2473

http://www.crescentcity.org/shoreline/SlineRV.html



5.) KidTown Park - let the kid's play at ""Kid Town" a wooden park with slides, swings and a wooden castle, perfect for any pirates in your car to stretch their legs.

http://www.best-california-north-coast-vacation-guide.com/Crescent-City.html

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Mt. Shasta

1.) Mt Shasta Ski Park - fun for anyone!

425 acres of skiable terrain
1,390 vertical feet
32 trails
3 triple chairs, 1 rope tow lift, 1 conveyor lift
Night skiing on 14 trails and 3 lifts
20% beginner, 55% intermediate, 25% advanced
275 inches of annual snowfall
Longest run: 1.75 miles
Super Halfpipe: 300 ft long
Beginner terrain park
Intermediate and advanced terrain park

http://www.skipark.com/

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Weed

1.) Weed Community Pool - 450 College AveWeed, CA 96094 (530) 938-4701‎
http://www.littleengine.com/biz/weed-community-pool

2.) Charlie Byrd Park - (a 7 acre park) has basketball courts, picnic areas, and a playground and is the site for the new Weed Skate Park.

http://www.weedchamber.com/visit/activities.php

3.) Bel Air Park - is located adjacent to the College of the Siskiyous and right next door to the Mt. Shasta Brewery. It is a 7.1 acre park with a playground, ball field, horseshoe pits, and swimming pool.
http://www.weedchamber.com/visit/activities.php

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Yreka

1.) Klamath National Forest - Going to Klamath National Forest is a great idea when you have to spend some time in the wilderness. Summer brings highs in the 90's to Klamath National Forest with overnight lows in the 50's. Throughout the winter this place gets highs in the 40's with temperatures at Klamath National Forest dipping down into the 30's all through winter nights. Klamath National Forest has delightful outdoors recreation, so you'll have lots of fun.

http://www.fs.fed.us/r5/klamath/

2.) Greenhorn Park- is Yreka's largest park, and features a lake for fishing and small watercraft, a small recreation of a mining town and several types of mining operations on display. Located on Greenhorn Road.