Oxbow Regional Park

Oregon State Parks are amazing. They not only care for the trails and surrounding nature, but the camp grounds surpass any on the west coast. Want a clean camp site? Want a clean bathroom AND showers, functioning toilets and quiet visitors? Visit Oxbow. And any other Oregon park. This park in particular is located along the Sandy River in the Boring, OR area. It is a drive down to the site, but air is cooler down there. Be careful during certain seasons and watch for speed. But if you need a dip and tree canopy to survive 99% humidity, this is a good spot. We visit it each time we are in the area.

Amazing place to hike near and far, do some fishing, have lunch, or just hang out and enjoy nature. Parking is plentiful with the roads, markers, and trails kept up nicely and with care. This is a great spot to come with the kids for the afternoon that isn't too far of a drive out of town. Parking is $5/car and $7/bus, with card or exact cash taken at the machine. Visit Metro's website for free parking days throughout the year or to get a $40 yearly parking pass, which is what we are planning on after just one afternoon spent here with the kids.

A lot to see, photograph, and explore here. Plenty of trails too. I was only in a small section of the park along the Sandy River, and need to return again later this year in the summer or fall to hike.