Friday, June 12, 2009

Ashland

1.) Lithia Park - In the hub of downtown sits Lithia Park, Ashland’s crown jewel. Lithia is a 93-acre vista of emerald lawns, tennis courts, a sand-pit volleyball court, picnic area, colorful landscaping and playground equipment. The park follows Ashland Creek through undeveloped woodlands, and also includes a Japanese garden, two duck ponds, a formal rose garden, groves of sycamore trees and a number of secluded spots.


59 Winburn Way, Ashland - (541) 488-5340


2.) Garfield Park - Approximately 3 acres. Garfield Park is located on the corner of East Main and Garfield Streets. The park offers a playground, basketball court, restrooms, sand-pit volleyball courts and the city’s only "Zero-Depth Waterplay Facility. The park is open year-round; however the waterplay area is only open Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day Weekend.



3.) Glenyan RV Park and Campgrounds - Is Southern Oregon's destination RV Park & Campground. Relax in a peaceful park-like setting and enjoy all the natural beauty our park has to offer. Let the rushing waters of Neil Creek lull you off to sleep. Take a swim in their heated swimming pool and enjoy wireless internet access. We are pet friendly so be sure to bring your four legged friends. Once you have stayed at Glenyan you will want to come back year after year.

5310 Highway 66Ashland, OR 97520(541) 488-1785
http://www.glenyanrvpark.com/

4.) North Mountain Park Nature Center - North Mountain Park, located next to Bear Creek in beautiful Ashland Oregon, encompasses a Nature Center, Demonstration Gardens, playing fields and several acres of wildlife-friendly open space and trails. The mission of the Nature Center, which is part of the Ashland Parks & Recreation Department, is "to promote greater community awareness, understanding and enjoyment of the local natural environment, and to foster stewardship through educational programs and activities." While the majority of programs and activities described on this website take place at North Mountain Park, many others are offered at outlying park and school locations throughout Ashland.
620 N Mountain Ave ~ Ashland, OR 97520
http://www.ashland.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=13786



5.) Daniel Meyer Pool- The Daniel Meyer Pool in Hunter Park is located at 1705 Homes Ave in Ashland. The seasonal pool is open June - September.


1705 Homes Ave, Ashland - (541) 488-0313






6.) Triangle Park - Approximately one-half acre. Nestled between Siskiyou Boulevard, Iowa and Morton Streets. This is an old-fashioned gazebo, with one picnic table.



7.) Glenwood Park - Approximately one acre. Located on the corner of Ashland and Glenwood Streets. A neighborhood park which offers a nice picnic area.
http://www.eventective.com/USA/Oregon/Ashland/120889/Glenwood-Park.html



8.) Garden Way Park - Approximately one acre. Located on the corner of Clark Street and Garden Way. A neighborhood park which offers a nice picnic area and a playground.




9.) Sherwood Park - Approximately one-quarter acre. Located off of Highway 66 on Sherwood Avenue. Sherwood is a small neighborhood park with a playground and picnic area. Perfect for neighborhood parties and get-togethers. It’s a very popular place for toddlers





10.) Railroad Park - Approximately one and three quarter acres. Located "A" Street between 6th and 8th Streets. The park opened late fall of 1994 with a picnic shelter, restrooms, playground, half-court basketball, wetlands area and bike path. The design of this park follows the historic look of the old railroad era.
http://www.ashland.or.us/Page.asp?NavID=14108



11.) Clay Street Park - Approximately 4 acres. Located off Faith Street on Clay. It is a large, open space (lawn area perfect for soccer practice and playing frisbee).
https://foursquare.com/v/clay-street-park/4e2cb2ae7d8b7deda6de67a7


12.) Hald- Strawberry Park - At the crest of Strawberry Lane sits Ashland's newest Park. Designed primarily for walkers/hikers it provides beautiful views of the open southern oregon landscapes.



13.) The "Dog" Park - The Dog Park is a two acre fenced in area where dogs can run off leash and socialize with other dogs. Park hours are from dawn to dusk, seven days a week, throughout the year. Water and scoopers are available on site. The Dog Park is located just off West Nevada Street behind the Ashland Greenhouse and Nursery.




14.) YMCA Park - Approximately 8 acres. Located on Tolman Creek Road behind the Ashland YMCA, the park has two soccer fields, a picnic shelter, playground, restrooms and a concession stand open during games.

540 YMCA WayAshland, OR 97520
Phone: 541-482-9622


15.) Ashland Skate Park- is a rad and versatile park with strong and talented locals. It has a mini snake run, three pyramids one with a rail, a dot, lots of coping, a single 6' bowl, a tall "punk wall" (aka a jersey barrier) and a connected set of three bowls ranging from 4-9'. Folks are able to get whirling in the connected bowls, launching every which way they choose.
Directions:
From I-5 take Exit #19 and go south on Valley View. Take the first left at Eagle Mill Road and follow it's curves for a mile or two. Where Eagle Mill kind of forks, go right on Oak Street and over the bridge. Follow Oak through the residential and at the first stop sign, go right on E. Hersey Street. You'll see the skatepark on your left almost immediately. Go left on Water Street and park.

Brookings

1.) Bud Cross Skate Park, along side Brookings Community Swimming Pool -Bud Cross park is the major recreational park of Brookings. It contains Little League baseball fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, and the municipal swimming pool. The Brookings Swimming Pool is located within Bud Cross Park at the corner of Ransom and 3rd Street. The City Pool offers a variety of swimming programs and time schedules during the spring and summer seasons from early June through the beginning of September, just after school opens. Schedules, fees and course offerings are all subject to change.
Steve Gates, Pool Supervisor
Seasonal Phone Number (541) 469-4711
1130 Ransom Ave, Brookings -

2.) Harris Beach State Park - The park's beauty changes with the seasons. Many people are drawn to watch the powerful and dramatic winter storms; others seek the green and fragrant spring (download a brochure about common area plants). Summer brings warm days and sunlit beaches while the fall brings clear cool days and often the best sunsets of the year. Wildlife viewing opportunities are abundant.
Brookings, OR 97415-9709
PHONE:+1 541 469 2021

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Butte Falls

1.) Ernest W. Smith Memorial Park - The town of Butte Falls is known for its fresh air, water, sunshine and health, has two restaurants, a gas station and a general store. Gather up you picnic supplies and take a break in the Ernest W. Smith Memorial Park, or nearby at Willow Lake, a high Cascade lake offering breathtaking views of Mt. McLoughlin, wild geese, eagles, osprey, swallows, loon and deer. Camp in the pines near the lake with RV spaces and group Camping and cabins available.
Be sure to pick up the Butte Falls Discovery Loop Tour at the Butte Falls Ranger Station, also maps and area information at: (541) 865-2700
To reach Butte Falls, take Highway 62 north of Eagle Point for 4.5 miles and turn right at the Butte Falls junction. Follow the mountain road for 15 miles.

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Cave Junction

1.) Illinois River Forks State Park - Heading to or from the Oregon coast or the giant redwoods on Hwy. 199, you may want to stop for a picnic at this day-use park. Located at the confluence of the east and west forks of the Illinois River, the park offers picnic tables and restrooms. There is a short walking trail near the picnic area. The Illinois Valley is a unique geologic area with many rare plants. Visit here to enjoy the natural beauty of the area. There is no fee to use this park. For information, call 1-800-551-6949. http://www.oregonstateparks.org/park_103.php


2.) Jubilee Park - 307 S Junction AveCave Junction, OR 97523
(541) 592-4529

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