Free Guided First Day Hikes are back, giving you the chance to take a ranger and volunteer-led tour of 31 Oregon State Parks on New Year’s Day.
The Jan. 1 hikes are free and the $5 day-use parking fee is waived that day for all state parks that require a parking permit and are open.
You can find a full list of the participating parks at this link. Among the Central Oregon parks taking part are:
- Deschutes River State Recreation Area: registration required
- LaPine State Park registration required – Limited number of spots available
- Prineville Reservoir State Park
- Smith Rock State Park (Reserve one of the limited number of spots available)Additional hike information such as hike times, meet-up locations and trail terrain are available via the park links on the web page. Remember to plan for winter weather, dress in layers, wear sturdy shoes, bring water, and carry binoculars for viewing wildlife.
Date
January 1, 2024
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