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HISTORY 1917-1963

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COMPILED by CHESTER H. ARMSTRONG JULY I. 1965 The actual date of the i is less than thirty years ag older, supported by a few o were an innovation as so lit The Oregon parks system o beautification advocated b: Governors, the early State ] neers. The records reveal out areas, made favorable were generous with their Roy A. Klein, State Highk& ary 29, 1932, as a leader wl The state parks system thought of highway beauti many highway users who h who could not well afford t] In the park story we fii the many influential people complete, it is necessary to thought or trend in the idea the thought of highway be, may see and follow the trai present state narks system. In the preparation of th $ been examined. It was neck ing to property acquisitions deeds and agreements. as tln records of the Parks Divisik Excellent information h; State Parks and Recreatioi A Public Relations Office. As many etbers. I

Preface

The actual date of the founding of the Oregon State Parks System is less than thirty years ago but the fundamental principles are much older, supported by a few of the leading park people of that time. They were an innovation as so little had been done by any state in the Union. The Oregon parks system owes its beginning to the thought of highway beautification advocated by many leaders of the state, including the Governors, the early State Highway Commissioners and Highway Engi- neers. The records reveal that the engineers of the "twenties" sought out areas, made favorable recommendations for park acquisitions and were generous with their time and ideas. In this I should mention Roy A. Klein, State Highway Engineer from April 1, 1923, to Febru- ary 29, 1932, as a leader who pointed the way. The state parks system in Oregon is the result of broadening the thought of highway beautification, coupled with the travel habits of many highway users who had an innermost desire to camp out and users who could not well afford the luxury of hotel accommodations. In the park story we find a history of the thinking and writings of the many influential people of the state. Therefore, to make the story complete, it is necessary to quote generously from sources illustrating a thought or trend in the ideas relating to parks. It is necessary to include the thought of highway beautification in the early period so the reader may see and follow the transition from service parks or waysides to the present state narks system. In the preparation of this story thousands of items and records have been examined. It was Necessary to omit the detailed information relating to property acquisitions, requirements, exceptions and conditions in deeds and agreements. as these items can easily be found in the files and records of the Parks Division and the Highway Commission. Excellent information has been given and assistance rendered bv the State Parks and Recreation Division, the Road Division, the Highway Public Relations Office, Assistant Engineer, Parks Superintendent and many ethers. Chester H. Armstrong I I

The actual date of the i is less than thirty years ag older, supported by a few o were an innovation as so lit The Oregon parks system o beautification advocated b] Governors, the early State ] neers. The records reveal out areas, made favorable were generous with their Roy A. Klein, State HighiN ary 29, 1932, as a leader wl The state parks system thought of highway beautj many highway users who h. who could not well afford t] In the park story we fii the many influential people complete, it is necessary to thought or trend in the idea the thought of highway be, may see and follow the trai present state parks system. In the preparation of th $ been examined. It was neck ing to property acquisitions deeds and agreements. as tl- records of the Parks Divisih Excellent information h; State Parks and Recreatioi Public Relations Office. As many etbers. HISTORY of OREGON STATE PARKS

SECTION I FORMATION OF A PARK SYSTEM-(1913 to 1929)

Page Origin of Park Ideas ------1 Advisory Committee on Tree Planting ------6

SECTION II EARLY DEVELOPMENT Acquisition ...... ------14 Parks Engineer Appointed ------

SECTION III PARKS PARTICIPATION BY OTHER AGENCIES

FEDERAL AGENCIES Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) ------. 23 Emergency Relief Administration (ERA),, 25 State Emergency Relief Administration (SERA) ------26 Pacific Northwest Regional Planning Com- mission ------26 Works Progress Administration (WPA) - 27 U. S. General Land Office and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) ------28 U. S. Bureau of Reclamation ------28 U. S. Corps of Engineers ------29 U. S. Department of Agriculture U. S. Forest Service ------30 U. S. Grazing Service ------31 U. S. Bureau of Biological Survey ------31 U. S. Lighthouse Service ------31 U. S. Coast Guard ------31 U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs ------31 National Park Service ------32

STATE COMMITTEES, BOARDS AND COM- MISSIONS Tree Planting Committee ------33 The Governor I. L. Patterson Committee ,, 33 The Governor Julius L. Meier Commission ,, 34 Oregon State Board of Higher Education Advisory Committee on State Parks ------34 State Parks Study Committee and Advisory Committee ------36 Columbia River Gorge Commission ------3 State Board of Forestry ------40 State Game Commission ------41 State Fish Commission ------41 State Land Board ,,,,, ,, ,, 41

OTHERS Borax Consolidated, Limited of London ------42 Idaho Power Company ------42 Louis W. Hill Family ------42 Portland General Electric Company ------43 - I

SECTION IV MISCELLANEOUS SECTION V STATE PAE Page STUDIES Bolon Economic Study ------45 BonmE Oregon Outdoor Non-Urban Parks and Rec- Booth reation Study ------47 Bradli Snake River Study ------48 BuenE SEA LION CAVES ------48Bulla GENERAL USE Cama Ocean Shore Use ------48 Canyc Airplane Use ------53 Cape Sand Removal ------56 Cape Vehicles and Horses ------56 Cape Flight Strips ------57 Carl Boating ------57 Carpe U. S. Military Forces ------58 Casca PUBLIC USE Casey Park Use ------58 Cathe Overnight Use ------59 Cham Day Use ------59 Chanc Youth Camps 59 Cline Group Camps ------60 Collie CondE LEASES sid Concession Leases ------60 Coqui Land Leases ------62 Crow] Grazing Leases ------63 Dabne ORGANIZATION Darlir Oregon State Parks and Recreation Division DepoE and Organization ------63 Desch State Parks Organization and Duties ------65 Detro State Parks Policy ------68 Devil' Uniforms ------75 Devil' Parks Superintendents and Tenure ------75 Devil' PARK LAWS ------76 Dyer Ecola Elk C SECTION V STATE PARKS AND WAYSIDES Elliotl AREA BRIEFS Ellma Ainsworth State Park ------83 Emigi Alderwood Wayside ------84 Emigi Alsea Bay-North Bridgehead Wayside ------84 Errati Armitage State Park ------85 Everg Azalea State Park ------86 Farev Bald Peak State Park ------86 Fern Bandon Ocean Wayside ------87 Flora! Bandon State Park ------87 Fogar Barview Wayside ------88 Fort I Battle Mountain State Park ------88 Fort I Battle Mountain Forest Wayside ------88 Gang] Battle Rock Wayside ------89 Geart Beachside State Park ------90 Geisel Ben and Kay Dorris State Park ------90 Georg Ben Hur Lampman Wayside ------91 Golde Benson State Park ------91 Govei Beverly Beach State Park ------92 G Blachly Mountain Forest Wayside ------93 uy Blue Mountain Forest Wayside ------94 H. B. Boiler Bay Wayside ------95 Harris VI IIA L1 ------a ae;aS qaDaa SUmeH S6 IssPSUAi-i------9£1 ------apisSuA, -ioplTioD 4saJoij aznCl UUA -H *H 6 IS ------apIsSA, S£1 ------3laecd ajejS loql~j, * XnfD C6 ------..... 31i 8 Ht£ - ---- :4Jed OIBIS elulJouaW uosla~llec JoUlaAofD 16 ------_------££1 ------3lel ajelS sIILeg JOAJIS pue Uaplof) 16 aplsXsea ------OCT ------31juj alujS qdasof -AA a,?.oa!: 06 ------TLed OIeLIS Z£1 ------apjsSvej juaunuoyj laspaD 06 Z£1 ------OP~sSEAA UeZaZo 117314aaD 068 ------a-p ----ire--- edaiiIsa 1£1 ------aplsieA, ,JjojueD 688 ------apissM sa 0£1 ------31Je3d aIU4S SUaAaIS JJ°d 88 OCT ------juawunuoW aeLIS NDool I.To 88 6Z1 ------31juc alels Naaaio Sjm,~oa L8 ------a-- - -p------8Z ------ed al'34S 33TUe se'lod L LZ1 ------3pud a3emS agpqa ujaa LS 9Z1 ------31JU c ames Puag 110aV~aIea 98 98 9ZI ------aP!92Ae- qOtL'H u~aalzfa~A SZ;1 ------aPISSAek 3130' DT Ujja a8 tZ91 ------3pec alujS s~lulddS juealnluu t PZT ------OpISSUAA 31001.TAO tIII- JUB.l21U~a £8 ------...aaqa- . .s. -aplssaM £Z1 ------31Jed alulS W3173ullla £Z1 ------31.eUd JMxl~UuAj II jjaqioD -, ljoi11a £Z1 ------OPlsSUAA, Tuunj,3aaTo31 TIZ ------31-Td alUIS 9100a

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SECTION V STATE PAI SECTION V STATE PARKS AND WAYSIDES-Continued Page PortlE Hat Rock State Park 137 Prine Hendricks Bridge Wayside ...... 138 Prosp Hilgard Junction State Park...... 139 Hoffman Memorial Wayside 139 Red I Holman Wayside 139 Redm Howard J. Morton Memorial State Park. 140 Robei Hug Point State Park 141 Rock3 Humbug Mountain State Park...... 141 RoguE Hutchinson Wayside...... 142 Rogue Roost Illinois River State Park...... 143 Roseb Jackson F. Kimball State Park 143 Rougi Jennie B. Harris Wayside 144 Saddl Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park 144 Samu Joaquin Miller Forest Wayside...... 146 Sarah John B. Yeon State Park 146 Seal I John Day River State Park . 147 Senec Juniper Waysides 148 Sheltc Klamath Falls-Lakeview Forest Wayside. 148 Shept Koberg Beach Wayside...... 148 Sheri( Shore Lake Owyhee State Park ...... 149 Silver Lane County Wood Tract State Park...... 150 Simps Lang State Park...... 151 Sister Laurelhurst State Park...... 151 Smith Lava River Caves State Park...... 152 Sodav Lewis and Clark State Park 153 South Lincoln County Ocean Wayside 154 South Lincoln County Wood Tract...... 154 Stage Lindsey Creek State Park 154 Starv, Loeb State Park...... 155 Sunse Lost Creek State Park...... 156 Sunse Mackin Gulch Forest Wayside...... 157 Susan Maria C. Jackson State Park 157 Sweet Maud Williamson State Park 158 ser Mayer State Park 158 The C McLeod Wayside...... 159 Thomr McLoughlin State Park...... 159 Pa Millicoma Myrtle Grove State Park...... 160 TouV( Muriel 0. Ponsler Memorial Wayside...... 160 Tub S Myrtle Preserves 161 Tuma. Nehalem Bay State Park 162 Ukiah Neptune State Park...... 163 Umpq Nestucca Sand Spit State Park...... 164 Umpq North Santiam State Park...... 164 ser Norway Myrtle Preserve (See Myrtle Pre- Umpq serves)...... 161 Unity Ochoco Lake State Park ------1 6 5 --- Unity ...... 166 ... Ochoco Wayside .. :.... Valley 166 Ona Beach State Park Vientc -167 Oswald West State Park Vinzei Otter Crest Wayside . ------17 0 --- Wallo' Painted Hills State Park ------170 Wallo' Pass Creek Wayside ------172 Washl Peter Skene Ogden Scenic Wayside ------.. 172 W. B. Pilot Butte State Park ------173 Willar Pistol River State Park ------174 Willia Port Orford Cedar Forest Wayside ------174 VIII SECTION V STATE PARKS AND WAYSIDES-Continued YSIDES-Continued Page Page Portland Women's Forum State Park ------175 137 Prineville Reservoir State Park------175 Tayside- . .138 Prospect Wayside ------176 ite Park- -- 139 Wayside .-139 Red Bridge State Park ------176 ...... 139 Redmond-Bend Juniper Wayside ------177 aemorial Staite Park - 140 Robert W. Sawyer State Park ------177 -.141 Rocky Creek Wayside ------178 Mtate Park -- -- 141 Rogue River Forest Wayside ------179 - -142 Rogue River Overlook Wayside ------179 Rooster Rock State Park ------179 Park ------143 Roseburg State Park ------181 State Park 143 Rough and Ready Wayside ------182 ayside ...... -...... 144 Saddle Mountain State Park...... -- 182 - Memorial State Park 144 Samuel H. Boardman State Park -- 184 3t Wayside...... 146 Sarah Helmick State Park...... -- 185 Park...... 146 Seal Rock Wayside...... -- 186 ue Park...... 147 Seneca Fouts Memorial State Park 186 148 Shelton Wayside ------187 view Forest Wayside 148 Shepperd's Dell State Park ------188 ide ------148 Sheridan State Park ------188 Shore Acres State Park ------189 Park ------....149 Silver Falls State Park ------191 Tract State Park ------150 Simpson Wayside ------194 ------. 151 Sisters State Park ------195 irk------151 Smith Rock State Park ------195 tate Park ------152 Sodaville Springs State Park ------196 ite Park ------153 South Beach Wayside ------197 an Wayside ------154 South Newport State Park ------198 d Tract ------154 Stage Coach Forest Wayside ------199 - Park ------154 Starvation Creek State Park ------199 ------.155 Sunset Bay State Park ------200 irk ------156 Sunset Highway Forest Wayside ------201 :t Wayside ------157 Susan Creek State Park ------202 sate Park ------157 Sweet Myrtle Preserve (See Myrtle Pre- bate Park ------158 serves) ------161 . ------158 The Cove Palisades State Park ------203 ------159 Thomas Condon-John Day Fossil Beds State 'ark ------159 Park ------205 rove State Park ------160 TouVelle State Park ------207 emorial Wayside ------160 Tub Springs Wayside ------208 ------161 Tumalo State Park ------208 Park ------162 Ukiah-Dale Forest Wayside 209 ------I------163 Umpqua Lighthouse State Park...... 210 State Park ------164 Umpqua Myrtle Preserve (See Myrtle Pre- > Park 164------164 serves)...... 161 serve (See Myrtle Pre- Umpqua Wayside 212 ------.161 Unity Forest Wayside 213 'ark 165 -- Unity Lake State Park 213 166 Valley of the Rogue State Park...... 214 irk 166 -- Viento State Park 215 Park 167 -- Vinzenz Lausmann Memorial State Park. 216 170 -- Wallowa Lake Highway Forest Wayside - 216 Park...... 170 Wallowa Lake State Park ------217 172 -- Washburne Wayside ------218 Scenic Wayside 172 -- W. B. Nelson State Park ------218 irk 173 -- Willamette Stone State Park ------219 'ark...... 174 William M. Tugman State Park ------219 forest Wayside 174 -- Ix I I I El it * I I mimir*i Sb.n... * I U I liii III

SECTION V STATE PARKS AND WAYSIDES-Continued Page William P. Keady Wayside ------220 Wilson River Highway Forest Wayside - 220 Wygant State Park --. .------. 221 Yachats Ocean Road Wayside ------.. 222 Yachats State Park ------222 Yaquina Bay State Park------... 223 Ziba Dimmick State Park ..... ------224

SECTION VI MAPS, CHARTS, AND DATA Gifts------...... ------225 Park Acreages ------234 Historic Markers------...... 238 Park Attendance ------...... 262 Expenditures ------265 Overnight Camp Data ------266 Maps .------268

FORT

Origin of Park Idea The history of State Pa administration of the late C the 1913 Legislature he sai River on the North to the / be declared a Public Highw assembly in 1915 he said, "' public for a highway." Ho' beach as a highway has bee a playground for the people Further early thought ro finest parks was expressed in his message to the 1917 L( was held a gathering of us of the United States, mar] anniversary of this occasion i fitting that the State should meetings and the event the3 the erection of a modest bui In the study of the origi put forth in the beginning determined. The thought o environment along the highv time provide stopping place natural beauty where none plant the highway rights o indigenous, to the region. X YSIDES-Continued Page Tayside ------220 ,ay Forest Wayside 220 ...... ------221 Wayside ------222 ------222 'ark ------223 Park ------224

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FORMATION OF A PARK SYSTEM

Origin of Park Idea The history of State Parks of Oregon could well start with the administration of the late Governor Oswald West. In his message to the 1913 Legislature he said, "The ocean beach from the Columbia River on the North to the California State line on the South should 2 be declared a Public Highway." [15Then at the next regular legislative assembly in 1915 he said, "The ocean beach has been reserved to the public for a highway." However, through the years the use of the beach as a highway has been almost nil and instead the area became a playground for the people of the State. Further early thought relating to what later became one of our finest parks was expressed by former Governor James Withycombe in his message to the 1917 Legislature: "At Champoeg on May 2, 1843, was held a gathering of unique significance in the western history of the United States, marking the official birth of Oregon. The anniversary of this occasion is celebrated each year. It seems eminently fitting that the State should recognize the significance of these annual meetings and the event they commemorate by giving financial aid to the erection of a modest building at Champoeg." In the stfidy of the origin of parks in Oregon, it is clear the ideas put forth in the beginning were not the same as those ultimately determined. The thought of most people was to retain the natural environment along the highways as nearly as possible and at the same time provide stopping places for the traveler. Then, to create some natural beauty where none or very little existed, it was decided to plant the highway rights of way with trees or shrubs suitable, or indigenous, to the region. .- -- i i iii ii i i'Tiuii_-_u_ -Inumiia i II

Even before the advent of the Oregon Parks System there were a few miles north of Grants few people who held advance thinking, such as that expressed in a north of Myrtle Creek. Ti speech by Charles Eliot, an eminent landscape designer, to the Mas- of way beautification, and sachusetts Legislature in 1891: "It has been pointed out that the the Engineer was instruct location of large public reserves should be determined chiefly with bilities along the highways reference to the inclusion therein of the finest scenery of each region." By far the majority of the early sponsors thought in terms of beautify- The Secretary of the ing the highways by preservation and planting. promote the interests of t timber strips along the hig In the period 1919-1920 the Highway Commission, because of lack and Pendleton. In support of legal authority, found it was in a peculiar situation as relates to the Legislature, a letter of land acquisitions to meet the needs and demands for property other would stop further butcher than rights of way. With this in mind, State Highway Attorney, J. M. the only pine forest on the Devers, wrote in the Biennial Report as follows: The late "teens" and pr "The experiences of the Highway Commission have developed vided for public camping. the fact that some additional legislation is needed to take care cars with tents and othei of situations which could not have been foreseen when existing Model T's, stopping where) legislation was enacted, and we take the liberty at this time to This is the impetus tha suggest some matters for the consideration of the members of the the mind of every car own Legislature and for legislative expression thereon.... camping facilities were ma "It often develops that state highways could be made more in travel. Places in which convenient and more beautiful and their scenic features improved trip a problem. Camping v if the State Highway Commission or some other department of very few suitable state government had the authority to acquire by purchase, commer took with him food, cookinj agreement or by the exercise of the power of eminent domain, additional land for parking privileges and purposes. This matter, There were reasons for < it appears to us, is a matter worthy of consideration by the Ford could be purchased foi Legislature. declared he was building a "Closely related to the subject just mentioned is the matter speed in those days was abi of preserving the trees along the highways for a certain distance fore had to plan a very ec back from the right of way. There should be some legislation outing, camping wherever ] which would make this possible; such legislation would, of course, in the timbered or sheltere necessitate the appropriation of private property for the purpose on or off the right of way. of beautifying or otherwise adding to public highways, and With the above thinking therefore, some means or measures would be necessary to com- of camping should look to pensate the owners of the property." facilities as an interest to p To illustrate the support In the period 1921-1922, as the result of action of the 1921 Legisla- the April 1920 issue of 0 ture, the Biennial Report says: ". . . progress has been made in the number of visitors at the matter of acquisition of parks and camping sites as well as the saving of said: "There are not enoul trees along the roadside and the planting of young trees and shrubs. The the ordinary touring autos response of many civic organizations to the latter feature is encouraging during that week, and if th, and it is expected and hoped that this local assistance will continue as site will be an absolute nece the results accomplished become more noticeable. be that time." In remarking "It has been the thought of the Commission that in very many increasing establishment of instances public-spirited citizens would be glad to donate park sites and vantages thereof, the June thus conserve the state funds for improvements, and this expectation Washington, entertained 2,' has been realized to a limited extent, several such gifts having been grounds set aside by the ml received which are gratefully acknowledged and which have been cars registered during the p, accepted for the state." point to a tremendous move] The desirability and requests for the acquisition of lands along the highways and byways. Th highways was noted in Jackson and Douglas Counties, with particular antidote for ignorance thar mention of camping places at Tub Springs on the Ashland-Klamath antidote is 'easy to take' it v Falls Highway and at Rocky Point School near Gold Hill where "there thus promoting health and x was an abundance of water, shade and fuel." Another was requested broad and general educati( near the end of the bridge opposite the town of Rogue River, another a began providing such accor [ 2 ] 'arks System there were a few miles north of Grants Pass and still another on the Umpqua River and urgent requests for right Lch as that expressed in a north of Myrtle Creek. There were many The result was that 2ape designer, to the Mas- of way beautification, and camping was indicated. of park possi- )een pointed out that the the Engineer was instructed to "investigate the matter e determined chiefly with bilities along the highways." 2st scenery of each region." The Secretary of the Old Oregon Trail Association, organized to ought in terms of beautify- promote the interests of travel, was concerned with the acquisition of Lting. timber strips along the highways, particularly those between La Grande right of way bill before ommission, because of lack and Pendleton. In support of the subject and the in part: "The plan [liar situation as relates to the Legislature, a letter of February 10, 1925, states by the way, constitutes emands for property other would stop further butchery of these trees which, te Highway Attorney, J. M. the only pine forest on the whole Oregon Trail." was pro- ows: The late "teens" and prior to 1922 was a period when little visitors of the state traveled in open nmission have developed vided for public camping. Many paraphernalia piled high on the , is needed to take care cars with tents and other camping a spot with water could be found. i foreseen when existing Model T's, stopping wherever It was strongly in e liberty at this time to This is the impetus that started the ball rolling. demands for in of the members of the the mind of every car owner, creating the basis on which others interested )n thereon.... camping facilities were made on the public officials and other than a short iys could be made more in travel. Places in which to stay were few, making were scenic features improved trip a problem. Camping was the popular pastime for which there traveler )me other department of very few suitable commercial places available. Therefore, a :o acquire by purchase, took with him food, cooking utensils, bedding, tents, etc. )wer of eminent domain, There were reasons for such a situation, mainly economic. A Model T id purposes. This matter, Ford could be purchased for $500. Henry Ford, in designing the Model T, of consideration by the declared he was building a car for every family-a poor man's car. The speed in those days was about 30 miles per hour. The car owner there- mentioned is the matter fore had to plan a very economical trip if his family was to have an ays for a certain distance outing, camping wherever possible and particularly along the highways ould be some legislation in the timbered or sheltered places where water could be found either gislation would, of course, on or off the right of way. property for the purpose With the above thinking in mind, it was natural that the proponents o public highways, and of camping should look to the State Highway Commission to provide ald be necessary to com- facilities as an interest to promote travel and highway use. To illustrate the support given to parks and camping plans in Oregon, remarking about the large f action of the 1921 Legisla- the April 1920 issue of Oregon Motorist, Shrine Convention in Portland )gress has been made in the number of visitors at the forthcoming in town even to handle sites as well as the saving of said: "There are not enough storage facilities a gathering as will be bere young trees and shrubs. The the ordinary touring autos let alone such time when an auto carn4- latter feature is encouraging during that week, and if there ever will be a the Shrine Convention will A assistance will continue as site will be an absolute necessity the week of of motor car camping, the ceable. be that time." In remarking about the growth and the mutual ad- imission that in very many increasing establishment of municipal campsites, "The city of Walla Walla, glad to donate park sites and vantages thereof, the June 1920 issue says: in the free camping ements, and this expectation Washington, entertained 2,791 motor car parties At Srringerville, Arizona. 6,068 Feral such gifts having been grounds set aside by the municipality. As for the coming season all signs dged and which have been cars registered during the past season. point to a tremendous movement of automobile tourists over the nation's is no greater Acquisition of lands along the highways and byways. This is as it should be. There and because this Jlas Counties, with particular antidote for ignorance than the modern automobile in liberal doses, igs on the Ashland-Klamath antidote is 'easy to take' it will be generally partaken of that it furnishes a near Gold Hill where "there thus promoting health and pleasure at the same time throughout Or-acn uel." Another was requested broad and general education. . . Smaller cities years wn of Rogue River, another a began providing such accommodations for auto tourists several I :3 1 I _. - .- . - __ ------__1_1 - -I I

ago. Some of these places have been made so attractive as to influence environment, surroun tourists to consider . . . them a sort of summer home. They are a true heirs, all of thesE valuable asset to any community." and act promptly. With the thought of improving the situation, many letters were "The preservation received by the Commission and the Governor. In Governor Olcott's cern to the lumber in message to the Legislature on January 10, 1921, he made the following to deprive private owi remarks: they have acquired b3 "We are expending thousands of dollars in urging the tourist tracts are not needed l to come here. It is necessary that we care for him when he comes. tucked away in pretl He must be given a genuine welcome; he must be given proper highways, to be retain accommodations; our state must be open to him from all of its of the landscapes unin four corners and the state should make provision for such a wel- and foliage along the I come. The welcoming of and the handling of tourists coming to plished without too gro tion of Oregon should be developed along soundly organized lines and I property. ask your consideration of proper measures to this end. "Some state agenc "As we have been developing our highways and inviting endeavors, and I bet tourists to share in the glories of our state, the feeling has been working in cooperation growing constantly that steps should be taken to protect the body to be clothed wit natural beauties along such highways, particularly those sylvan "This matter shoul( beauties which in many instances have been destroyed in the of man has done much denuding of the forest. This is a subject of such vast importance state, the hand of God to the welfare of Oregon that in the near future I hope to advise an ideal earthly paradi you of my findings and recommendations in regard thereto in a as possible without imj separate message to your honorable body." "To properly inve! summer Governor Olcott's separate message to the Legislature is as follows: I named a con Wise, L. A. Lewis, "MEMBERS OF THE LEGISLATURE: As indicated E.I to you in committee went into ti my message delivered at the opening of this session I consider the One large company, th question of the preservation of scenic beauties along our highways mediately ceased cutti of sufficient moment to touch upon it in a special message to your Beach Highway in Cla honorable body. If you will bear with me I urge upon you time pending action of particular consideration of the recommendations I am now about to make. accommodates more to state during the summe "No other state in the Union has been blessed with so many very forcibly the differ natural glories as is the State of Oregon. Crowning all of these the naked stretches glories are our forest growths. Without them our mountains le machinery have denud( would be rocky, forbidding eminences; our streams would dwindle ence I venture to say l into rivulets; our lakes be shorn of the sylvan fringes which make ments upon it. That i them entrancing to the nature lover, and our valleys be monoto- present themselves. Th nous stretches. This heritage has been too long neglected. So keeping the executive ( prodigal has nature been with us; so lavishly has she spread her department I am certaii feasts at our banquet table, we have been apt to feel that these work with wholehearted glories would be never ending. We have become satiated and it has required the thousands from the outside to come and express "The federal commi their wonderment before we actually have awakened to the fact hereafter in all contra( that Oregon is blessed among the states. strip of at least three hi "The public realizes the importance of these things now, and reserved at all times to is fully awake to the fact that, while we have lost many things, roads passing through t there are many things we cling to and preserve for all posterity. has indicated this deep This legislative assembly may make itself remembered in the called to its attention th: history of our state by prompt action to assist in the preservation ment as to a stretch of ] of what should never be lost. state should follow suit "All of the things we have been striving for, the development ". . . I respectfully s of tourist travel; the urge to make and keep our state the most to one of your committec livable in the Union; the desire to keep our children in God's own highways, for its conside [4) environment, surrounded by the beauties to which they are the attractive as to influence true heirs, all of these will be surrendered and lost unless we act mmer home. They are a and act promptly. "The preservation of forest beauties is a matter of deep con- ation, many letters were cern to the lumber industry. And it is not my intention or wish ior. In Governor Olcott's to deprive private owners of valuable lands of those things which 21, he made the following they have acquired by rightful and legal process. . . In fact, vast tracts are not needed to carry this plan to fruition. Isolated tracts Us in urging the tourist tucked away in pretty nooks; virgin stretches of forest along For him when he comes. highways, to be retained of sufficient width to leave the beauties i must be given proper of the landscapes unimpaired; new plantings of trees, shrubberies to him from all of its and foliage along the highways, all of these things can be accom- 'ovision for such a wel- plished without too great expense and without arbitrary confisca- g of tourists coming to tion of property. y organized lines and I "Some state agency should be the directing head in these s to this end. endeavors, and I believe that the state highway commission, highways and inviting working in cooperation with the forestry department, the proper te, the feeling has been body to be clothed with the necessary powers. e taken to protect the "This matter should not be cast lightly aside. While the hand articularly those sylvan of man has done much and is doing much to make Oregon a great the been destroyed in state, the hand of God fashioned here in the primeval wilderness of such vast importance an ideal earthly paradise which we must preserve as nearly intact future I hope to advise as possible without impeding the ordinary progress of civilization. s in regard thereto in a "To properly investigate the question now before us, last summer I named a committee consisting of W. B. Ayer, Jonah B. this LeLegislature is as follows: Wise, L. A. Lewis, E. N. Hurd and Mrs. W. S. Kinney, and intelligently and disinterestedly. :: As indicated to you in committee went into the matter Willamette Paper Company, im- his session I consider the One large company, the Crown of timber along the Seaside-Cannon uties along our highways mediately ceased cutting county and I understand is marking l special message to your Beach Highway in Clatsop your honorable body. That road probably h me I urge upon you time pending action of than any other single road in the idations I am now about accommodates more tourists state during the summer season and on that road is demonstrated between natural timber beauties and en blessed with so many very forcibly the difference after logging operations with modern a. Crowning all of these the naked stretches left the hillsides. So marked is the differ- ,ut them our mountains machinery have denuded passes over the road but com- ar streams would dwindle ence I venture to say no person a single instance. Hundreds of others ilvan fringes which make ments upon it. That is The highway department has cooperated in d our valleys be monoto- present themselves. office advised as to these things and that I too long neglected. So keeping the executive would throw itself into assistant in the vishly has she spread her department I am certain energy. Zen apt to feel that these work with wholehearted agreed that 7e become satiated and it "The federal commissioner of Indian affairs has a tside to come and express hereafter in all contracts for logging on Indian reservations will be ave awakened to the fact strip of at least three hundred feet wide along highways the timbered effects along such ,. reserved at all times to continue of these things now, and roads passing through the reservations. The federal government had been ye have lost many things, has indicated this deep interest in the matter after it preserve for all posterity. called to its attention through my office and the highway depart- the itself remembered in the ment as to a stretch of road in the Klamath reservation, and possible. ) assist in the preservation state should follow suit along state highways wherever ". . . I respectfully suggest that this whole matter be referred iving for, the development to one of your committees, preferably the committee on roads and d keep our state the most highways, for its consideration and approval. If better plans than our children in God's own [ 5 ] those outlined in the reports . . . may be formulated, I certainly sider the highways to be E shall be pleased to have them enacted into law." The work proposed is out' As a result of the Governor's request, legislation was provided for "I. Preservation and the Commission to obtain land outside of the highway right of way as A. Education of I expressed in the law as follows: 1. By means ( "The state highway commission may acquire, for and in the name of placarc the people of the state of Oregon, by purchase, donation or by proceed- signs ings in eminent domain, rights of way, land or trees and ground neces- arousir sary for the culture and support thereof on or along the course of any interes state highway or any public highway within a maximum distance of 300 feet on each side of the center thereof, in any case where the acqui- B. Protection sition of such rights of way, land and trees will be for the benefit of the 1. Fire protec state highway or public highway in aiding the maintenance and preser- 2. Despoliatio vation of the roadbed of such highway or aid in the maintenance and a. Rub preservation of the attractions and the scenic beauties thereof." b. Indi The discussions noted above resulted in a great deal of creative think- c. Bill] ing, particularly by the people of the state and the highway engineers. d. Pub However, the immediate interest was planting trees and preserving the It was sugges growth that remained on the right of way. Also, obtaining small areas 'd' at least un to preserve the scenic aspects and growth and to provide resting spots and water for the traveler. C. Laws (if need The urging by Governor Olcott sparked the thought in the minds of "II. Roadside improv( many people to give lands for public use as their circumstances would A. Investigation permit. One of these was the gift of 260 acres of land of unusual scenic B. Recommendat value at Rowena Loops on the Columbia River Highway in Wasco C. Education County by a nearby orchardist, Mark A. Mayer, who first indicated his 1. Material intention to make the donation on May 11, 1921. However, the trans- 2. Planting action was not completed and deed signed until April 12, 1924. The D. Appropriate c park was named "Mayer Park." E. Protection age This gift was followed by others, some of which are the Memaloose viewpoint near Hood River by Mr. and Mrs. Roy D. Chatfield in 1925, "III. Acquisition of de! Sarah Helmick Park located three miles south of Monmouth in Polk County in 1922, Lava River Caves south of Bend in Deschutes County On March 28, 1927, Je in 1926, Bradley Wayside at Clatsop Crest about 20 miles east of Astoria L. A. McArthur was appc in Clatsop County, and many more parks and additions to existing sites. On the same date T. Ray I also appointed. This Committee was ac Advisory Committee on Tree Planting of the roadside trees and It is impossible to think of the beginning of Oregon State Parks trips throughout the state without the inclusion of the beautification ideas as expressed and tions, topography, accessil carried on by the Highway Commission in the period 1919-1930. at Helmick, Holman, Ditt Further in this connection, the Commission appointed an "Advisory lake, and Memaloose Park: Committee on Roadside Planting" on September 26, 1924. This Com- Advised as to plantings at mittee consisted of Professor G. R. Hyslop, Extension Agent, Oregon The Committee's inter Agricultural College, Corvallis, Professor A. R. Sweetser, University of by many as expressed in Oregon, Eugene, and Jesse A. Currey, industrialist, Portland. On Octo- Oregon State Chamber ber 28, 1924, A. L. Peck, State College, Corvallis, was added, and in Commerce) as follows: December 1924, C. N. Granger, district forester, U. S. Forest Service, "WHEREAS, the pres Portland, was asked to become a member. He accepted but suggested shrubs and forest stretc that C. J. Buck, assistant district forester, attend, presumably in his ance to every citizen of place. "WHEREAS, it is com This Ccmmittee held its first meeting on December 10, 1924, at which the natural beauty of o: time they discussed various phases of the problem and decided "to con- therefore, De formulated, I certainly sider the highways to be a part of the state park and boulevard system." to law." The work proposed is outlined as follows: "I. Preservation and Protection of present flora and scenic resources legislation was provided for he highway right of way as A. Education of public to protect floral and scenic resources 1. By means of: muire, for and in the name of placards ase, donation or by proceed- signs I or trees and ground neces- arousing public sentiment i or along the course of any interesting organizations hin a maximum distance of B. Protection in any case where the acqui- will be for the benefit of the 1. Fire protection the maintenance and preser- 2. Despoliation aid in the maintenance and a. Rubbish dumping ic beauties thereof." b. Indiscriminate picking great deal of creative think- c. Billboards and the highway engineers. d. Public utilities ing trees and preserving the It was suggested that no publicity be given to items 'c' and Also, obtaining small areas 'd' at least until work is definitely established. and to provide resting spots C. Laws (if needed) the thought in the minds of "II. Roadside improvements is their circumstances would A. Investigation of problem res of land of unusual scenic B. Recommendations i River Highway in Wasco C. Education layer, who first indicated his 1. Material , 1921. However, the trans- 2. Planting 1 until April 12, 1924. The D. Appropriate city entrances E. Protection against erosion and blowing (healing scars) of which are the Memaloose as. Roy D. Chatfield in 1925, "III. Acquisition of desirable sites, based upon proper investigation." south of Monmouth in Polk 1927, Jesse A. Currey resigned because of health and f Bend in Deschutes County On March 28, L. A. McArthur was appointed to fill the vacancy on January 9, 1928. Lbout 20 miles east of Astoria rid additions to existing sites. On the same date T. Ray Conway, Oregon State Motor Association, was also appointed. This Committee was active in the matter of the selection and planting nting of the roadside trees and their care. A report noted, "Made inspection trips throughout the state and recommendations relative to soil condi- rling of Oregon State Parks tions, topography, accessibility, plants and the growth of flowers, etc., .on ideas as expressed and at Helmick, Holman, Ditto, Bradley, O.W.R. & N., Viento, a proposed the period 1919-1930. lake, and Memaloose Parks. Examined areas proposed for park purposes. sion appointed an "Advisory Advised as to plantings at the entrances to cities and communities." ;ember 26, 1924. This Com- p, Extension Agent, Oregon The Committee's interest in highway beautification was supported k. R. Sweetser, University of by many as expressed in a resolution dated January 27, 1926, by the strialist, Portland. On Octo- Oregon State Chamber of Commerce (now Portland Chamber of Torvallis, was added, and in Commerce) as follows: *rester, U. S. Forest Service, "WHEREAS, the preservation of our wild flowers, flowering He accepted but suggested shrubs and forest stretches along our highways, is of vital import- ~, attend, presumably in his ance to every citizen of the State of Oregon, and "WHEREAS, it is common knowledge that these great assets to December 10, 1924, at which the natural beauty of our roadways are being wantonly destroyed, roblem and decided "to con- therefore, [7] "BE IT RESOLVED that we, the Directors of the Oregon State must have scenic and park a. Chamber of Commerce, do earnestly request the citizens of the their second largest harvest state, not only to refrain from picking flowers and shrubs along is very important for the fu our highways, but also to aid, in every way possible, to create a California coast scenery is no public sentiment favoring this movement; also to encourage the people are having trouble ev planting and protection of trees and shrubs in places where there believes that in Oregon we are none now growing." sufficiently large scale, nor Peck also recommends that, " with the thoughts expressed by the interested people and In line ample area and suitable place communities, the acquisition of lands on each side of the highway was other things necessary for ou recommended by the Committee, such as the Pass Creek lands on the Commissioner Sawyer sa Pacific Highway and Camas Mountain westerly from Roseburg, as well park use, not as an entrance as strips easterly of Myrtle Point and between Coos Bay and Coquille. cover general maintenance, The latter two were never acquired. Other similar lands and park areas We should look to a were examined. tures. give them adequate manag The Committee was very much concerned as to the naming of parks now." He "would like peop] as indicated in a report dated April 19, 1926, as follows: now." "In case Parks are acquired without a special provision as to Mr. Ray Conway remarki name, make use of the geographic or historic features of the other states. We have prese country in connection with naming the park. Gift Parks may people's own attention and i well be named after the donor if the park is in keeping with the spots, etc. We have develop donor's position." have not advanced in devel, as parks of geologic, botanic In the naming of a park at Cape Sebastian in Curry County which learn more of them." carried at that time the name of a landholder, they said: To further indicate the ". . . it is the understanding of the Committee that the Geo. W. Commission was informed Henry Park was not a gift, but was purchased. In such an Association was formed as instance, probably, the name of the Cape, Cape Sebastian, or the Toledo-Newport-Taft-D some other geographic or historical feature of southwestern was to promote a National I Oregon is suggested." preserving its natural scene .t obtained to be effective. The above suggestion was adopted by the Commission and has been Discussing state parks ar a consistent policy since. the February 1928 issue ol The Committee was active relative to the many requests from has been made. The few p, Chambers of Commerce, etc., in planting of the rights of way and nam- representative of various a ing highways such as reported in a meeting with the Dallas Chamber to be done. . . The rive] of Commerce on April 30, 1926, by G. R. Hyslop: deserving of additional atte . . . it was their desire to plant native Hawthorne along the with additional impetus as highway between Dallas and Salem. While it was suggested the ness of the highway system. highway be named 'Hawthorne Highway,' the group favored the In a report by G. R. Hys name 'La Creole Road' as it somewhat parallels the stream origi- tion Advisory Committee, nally of that name, later called Rickreall, as well as the commu- certain lands along the Ores nity at the crossing of the two highways, West Side Pacific and Many of these areas were Salem-Dallas." Committee's inspection tr Yachats. At a meeting on August 3, 1928, the Advisory Committee on Tree To illustrate the advanc Planting indicated a change of name to the Highway Parks and Recrea- this time since the name a tion Committee without a change in personnel. At this meeting reports Park and Recreation Comrr were given by members Peck, Conway and Commissioner Sawyer who Oregon highway parks: "I attended the Conference on State Parks at San Francisco June 26-28, combination of state park 1928. They were greatly enthused about state parks for Oregon. Pro- moderate number and size fessor Peck said, "People are willing to pay for recreation facilities when principal state highways ar they are provided. California and other state park people recognize they camping needs, and to crow are 'in the show business' to show something to their tourists. They parks with whatever of pri [ 8] ctors of the Oregon State equest the citizens of the must have scenic and park assets to show them, if they continue to reap flowers and shrubs along their second largest harvest of the state. Scenery along the highways way possible, to create a is very important for the future. It must be saved. Only 30 miles of nt; also to encourage the California coast scenery is not now in private ownership. The California ubs in places where there people are having trouble even in securing rights of way. He therefore believes that in Oregon we have not developed our parks: (a) on a sufficiently large scale, nor (b) to afford recreational features." Mr. y the interested people and Peck also recommends that, "Parks be not only scenic but should provide ach side of the highway was ample area and suitable places for recreation as swimming, camping and the Pass Creek lands on the other things necessary for our young people." terly from Roseburg, as well Commissioner Sawyer said, "Charges should and could be made for ieen Coos Bay and Coquille. park use, not as an entrance charge but as service charges. They should similar lands and park areas cover general maintenance, sanitation, policing, and real service features. We should look to acquiring and developing larger areas and give them adequate management. Land will never be cheaper than Ed as to the naming of parks now." He "would like people to give authority to acquire a lot of land , as follows: now." i special provision as to Mr. Ray Conway remarked, "Our problem is not so critical as that of historic features of the other states. We have preserved recognized scenic spots proved by the park. Gift Parks may people's own attention and interest such as overlooks, convenient picnic rk is in keeping with the spots, etc. We have developed the idea of preserving historic places but have not advanced in development of park places of educational value ;ian in Curry County which as parks of geologic, botanic, and other especial interest that people may or, they said: learn more of them." To further indicate the thoughts relating rimittee that the Geo. W. to parks in Oregon, the Commission was informed that a Lincoln National purchased. In such an Memorial Park Association was formed as of August ape, Cape Sebastian, or 1, 1928, with membership from the Toledo-Newport-Taft-Delake eature of southwestern Chambers of Commerce. The thought was to promote a National Park in the area of Lincoln County, thereby preserving its natural scenery and interests. Sufficient interest was not e Commission and has been obtained to be effective. Discussing state parks and illustrating the support through the years, the February 1928 issue of the Oregon Motorist stated, "A beginning > the many requests from has been made. The few parks acquired to date are well the rights of way and nam- scattered and representative of various attractions and scenic types. More yet needs r with the Dallas Chamber to be done. . . The river slop: and ocean beach sceneries are especially deserving of additional attention. The timber reservations should go on 'e Hawthorne along the with additional impetus as greatly increasing the beauty and attractive- tile it was suggested the ness of the highway system." ,' the group favored the In a report by G. R. Hyslop, Secretary of the State Park and Recrea- rallels the stream origi- tion Advisory Committee, it was recommended that the state acquire as well as the commu- certain lands along the Oregon coast and improve those already obtained. West Side Pacific and Many of these areas were later acquired. This was the result of the Committee's inspection trip along the coast from Astoria south to Ivisory Committee on Tree Yachats. [ighway Parks and Recrea- To illustrate the advance thinking of the Committee, particularly at el. At this meeting reports this time since the name of the Advisory Committee changed to State Commissioner Sawyer who Park and Recreation Committee, C. J. Buck stated in a paper relating to San Francisco June 26-28, Oregon highway parks: "It is probably generally agreed that an ideal te parks for Oregon. Pro- combination of state parks and forests into a coordinated program of r recreation facilities when moderate number and size of a few hundred acres scattered along the park people recognize they principal state highways and near large cities for picnicking and tourist- rig to their tourists. They camping needs, and to crown the system by one or more large wilderness parks with whatever of primitive nature a state affords. [9] "In Oregon the type of wilderness park is amply fulfilled by the thing. It was not altogethe National Forest recreation areas, where mountains, lakes and forests R. W. Sawyer, Ray Conwa: give every variety of mountain outdoor recreation, with a distinct pre- National Conference on Stal requisite of adventure. Primitive conditions as exemplified in sea desire on the part of the peo beaches and dunes are being provided, as some six state highway parks education to include the n, already established on the Roosevelt [Coast] Highway are predominantly Travel during the "twentiE beach parks. great and the limited facil for extensive parks. While "Therefore, there is being rapidly accomplished in Oregon a well parks, it evidently was large rounded-out system of highway parks." There was some concern in relation to the use of state parks, particu- The depression years, st. larly for overnight camping. The Commission told a Eugene attorney tourist travel but increased on January 25, 1926, that it had no intention of competing with private cities and towns were suppi owners in the operation of auto camps. However, no plans were made sufficiently to fill the ever for overnight use. The heavy demand for overnight use was confined to Then too, at this time th areas near the highways. highways and streams wer The activities of the Department, through the Advisory Committee decorated the places. While and the Commission, created a great amount of interest. In May 1929, since the horde of users had Governor I. L. Patterson expressed a desire to fulfill the need by the the intrusion, it did add gre appointment of a State Park Commission. He believed it should consist of the members of the Highway Commission, H. B. Van Duzer, C. E. Gates and Robert W. Sawyer, together with two former Commission Chairmen, R. A. Booth and William Duby. On July 24, 1929, the newly appointed Commission met at the request of the Governor, accompanied by Highway Engineer, Roy A. Klein, and Attorney J. M. Devers. Mr. Van Duzer was elected Chairman and Mr. Klein became Secretary. A subcommittee consisting of Sawyer, Booth and Devers wrote a policy statement, which was adopted, as follows: "To create and develop for the people of the state of Oregon a state park system, to acquire and protect timbered strips on the borders of state highways, rivers, and streams, to secure in public ownership typical stands of the trees native to Oregon, to maintain the public right to the use of the sea beaches of the state, to seek the protection of our native shrubs and flowers and to preserve the natural beauty of the state." The new Commission reiterated a former policy of protecting forest trees along the highways, including U. S. Forest strips, acquiring public lands for park purposes, acquiring private forest lands, determining desirable park and recreational lands, furthering the efforts being made by garden and nature clubs, and seeking necessary legislation where needed to carry out the above policy. This group held no subsequent meetings and, therefore, failed to function as a State Park Commission. It did give the park program official sanction and formed the basis for subsequent action. The need for recreation facilities was being manifest by ever increasing vigor. In the early stages of the park program the emphasis was on beautification in both the preservation of the natural growth along the highways and improvement of the general appearance by planting trees and shrubs where none existed. While these were of great value to the highway traveler, the proponents of the idea and those who preferred to camp rather than stay at hotels began to exert more and more influence on the public-spirited citizens, city officials, the Commission and engineers to make provision for places to stay. The pressure,'while in the main was insidious, nevertheless was effective in bringing about the park idea faster than any other one 10 1 'k is amply fulfilled by the thing. It was not altogether local as was expressed in the reports of rountains, lakes and forests R. W. Sawyer, Ray Conway and A. L. Peck after attending the 1928 !reation, with a distinct pre- National Conference on State Parks in San Francisco. It was a growing ions as exemplified in sea desire on the part of the people of the state to broaden their interest and nime six state highway parks education to include the natural features of our state and elsewhere. I Highway are predominantly Travel during the "twenties" by the roadside-camper tourist became great and the limited facilities available caused a widespread clamor )mplished in Oregon a well for extensive parks. While there was no record kept of the use of state parks, it evidently was large. e use of state parks, particu- The depression years, starting in late 1929, reduced the out-of-state sion told a Eugene attorney tourist travel but increased the need for economical places to stay. The *n of competing with private cities and towns were supplying such places to a limited extent but not )wever, no plans were made sufficiently to fill the ever increasing demand. vernight use was confined to Then too, at this time the privately owned stopping places along the highways and streams were being fenced and "No Trespassing" signs gh the Advisory Committee decorated the places. While the property owner was not to be criticized, at of interest. In May 1929, since the horde of users had become so great he could no longer tolerate e to fulfill the need by the the intrusion, it did add greatly to the demand for parks. le believed it should consist on, H. B. Van Duzer, C. E. Ith two former Commission

)mmission met at the request Engineer, Roy A. Klein, and s elected Chairman and Mr. Consisting of Sawyer, Booth was adopted, as follows: "To tate of Oregon a state park rips on the borders of state n public ownership typical ntain the public right to the the protection of our native ral beauty of the state." r policy of protecting forest )rest strips, acquiring public e forest lands, determining ering the efforts being made necessary legislation where

Ys and, therefore, failed to did give the park program bsequent action. ig manifest by ever increas- ogram the emphasis was on ie natural growth along the ppearance by planting trees highway traveler, the pro- d to camp rather than stay ience on the public-spirited mngineers to make provision insidious, nevertheless was faster than any other one [11 ] Acquisition On finding that the 19 the needs of land acquisiti strips for the preservation the Biennial Report of 19: land acquisition, states: ". . . the Highway Con- because of a lack of authc purposes in conjunction wi ways. In many instances I which to pay for the privat that the State Highway Con tion, the exercise of the rig mission has found itself i eminent domain for such p policy for the legislature t Commission." The 1925 legislature m in the General Laws of 1H "That the state high' empowered to acquire exercise of the power of ground necessary for th scenic places and othei adjacent to, along or ir said commission is auth by agreement, purchase Section 2 EARLY DEVELOPMENT

Acquisition On finding that the 1921 law was not sufficiently broad to cover the needs of land acquisition for parks and in some cases additional strips for the preservation of the scenic beauty along the highways, the Biennial Report of 1923-24, commenting on the legal aspects of land acquisition, states: ". . . the Highway Commission has been embarrassed several times because of a lack of authority to condemn private property for park purposes in conjunction with the improvement and use of public highways. In many instances private parties have offered the funds with which to pay for the private property but have requested and required that the State Highway Commission procure the property by condemnation, the exercise of the right of eminent domain. The Highway Com- mission has found itself without authority to exercise the right of eminent domain for such purposes, and therefore it would appear good policy for the legislature to confer that additional authority upon the Commission." The 1925 legislature modified the law. The revised law included in the General Laws of 1925, Chapter 201, states: "That the state highway commission is hereby authorized and empowered to acquire by purchase, agreement, gift or by the exercise of the power of eminent domain, rights of way, land and ground necessary for the culture of trees and the preservation of scenic places and other objects of attraction and scenic value adjacent to, along or in close proximity to state highways, and said commission is authorized and empowered to acquire, either by agreement, purchase, gift or by the exercise of the power of [ 13 ] I

land and ground necessary for the development eminent domain, Early in 1922 Sarah He and maintenance of parks, parking places, auto camps, camp sites, the state for park purposes. public squares, recreation grounds or resorts which, in the opinion state park lies along the Luc of the state highway commission, are necessary for the conven- mouth in Polk County. The ience of the public and which are so situated as to be accessible to and conveniently reached by and from state highways. property was conveyed by "The state highway commission is authorized and empowered covers 5.16 acres from San to acquire, develop, construct, improve and maintain such lands acre from James and Amar and public places to such an extent and in such manner as will date of any land acquired b best afford to the traveling public necessary conveniences and The first land purchase accommodations required in connection with the use of public located near the communit3 highways to the end that there may be preserved and made from Thomas C. and Cora available for public use representative stands of virgin timber dated April 17, 1922. and other scenic areas valuable for recreational use which are The first land acquired 1 advantageously located along our public highways." known as Clatsop Crest, ir Commission agreed to take The National Conference on State Parks began to exert an influence the Highway Commission, on the Commission and the Advisory Committee as indicated in a letter was deeded to the state on from Charles G. Saurers, Field Secretary, dated November 7, 1927, in I mention, however, that which he requested "Consideration in the matter of Pacific Coast States 1921, to accept a proposed g develop and mature a State Park plan which will be a shining example Hood River County which AV been done elsewhere." He also suggested, of how it should have to the state for park purpos( ". . . amendment in the Federal law which provides for withdrawal by 1924. states, counties, and municipalities of portions of unreserved public Lands were obtained fo domain for recreational purposes. It should be amended to include County, between Pendletor O & C and Coos Bay Wagon Road lands in Oregon." He further states, eventually to become the m "With desirable sections of these lands as a nucleus, Oregon could then Land for Humbug Moun proceed to gather in ample examples of the finest of her native land- deed dated June 9, 1926, scape outside of the National Parks and National Forests." Saurers County. an unusual natural resource in that it may further states, "Scenery is There were 20 other sit be used throughout the centuries to come and with proper respect as to "twenties," a few of which fire and mutilization, it still will be there as fine as ever." River Caves, Viento, Peter Owing to the activity of the Advisory Committee in the period ending of these areas have served in 1926, following the passage of the 1925 legislation, a total of 26 areas throughout the state. Some were obtained for park purposes. Thirteen of these were donated and and their importance becarm 13 were purchased. All were well distributed over the state. In the period following C Among the sites donated was a 25 square foot area at Government there was not a great dem Mountains, on which the Sons and Camp, summit of the Cascade carry on a highway beautifi Daughters of the Oregon Pioneers erected a monument to the memory ment of the park plan or id of Sam Kimbrough Barlow, the pioneer and builder of the toll road from as William Duby, H. B. V The Dalles to the Willamette Valley in the period 1845-1846. This route Advisory Committee on Tre, furnished a way for the wagon trains to continue westward rather than and others were enthusiast by raft from The Dalles through the Columbia River Canyon and suiting in the rapid increase portaging at Cascade Locks. Tree planting along the ] A number of the park areas acquired have been important through the 1923-24 period, furtheri the years to the people of the state. The viewpoint of the Willamette earlier. This work was don( Falls at Oregon City located between the highway and the railroad 41 Pendleton and La Grande. immediately opposite the falls is a good example. Access was provided schools, clubs and Chamber and a monument erected to the memory of John McLoughlin, the Hudson Acquisition of the timbei Bay Company Factor, who is referred to as the "Father of Oregon." This continued. At the end of 19 monument was erected through the efforts of the Oregon Congress of Congress aDproved a law Parents and Teachers. By contributing 10 cents each, the school children tional Act," which allowed of Oregon raised $1,575, and $425 was raised from other sources. Mc- (Bureau of Land Managem Loughlin's home in Oregon City is now a National Historical Site known tion purposes at a price fix( as the "McLoughlin House." has been revised from tim [ 14 1 dry for the development , auto camps, camp sites, Early in 1922 Sarah Helmick indicated a desire to donate land to rts which, in the opinion the state for park purposes. The land she wished to see developed as a cessary for the conven- state park lies along the Luckiamute river about six miles south of Mon- iated as to be accessible mouth in Polk County. The Commission agreed to accept the gift. The state highways. property was conveyed by two deeds dated February 15, 1922. One horized and empowered covers 5.16 acres from Sarah Helmick and the other covers 0.3 of an nd maintain such lands acre from James and Amanda Helmick. These deeds bear the earliest in such manner as will date of any land acquired by the Commission for park purposes. ssary conveniences and The first land purchased for park purposes was Holman Wayside with the use of public located near the community of Eola in Polk County. It was purchased *e preserved and made from Thomas C. and Cora J. Holman at a price of $1,000. The deed is stands of virgin timber dated April 17, 1922. eational use which are The first land acquired by an agreement was Bradley Wayside, also highways." known as Clatsop Crest, in Clatsop County. On March 25, 1922, the Degan to exert an influence Commission agreed to take over the area. The agreement was between ttee as indicated in a letter the Highway Commission, Clatsop County and the Bradley Estate. It ated November 7, 1927, in was deeded to the state on April 13, 1932. otter of Pacific Coast States I mention, however, that the Highway Commission voted on May 25, will be a shining example 1921, to accept a proposed gift of 260 acres of land at Rowena Loops in iere." He also suggested, Hood River County which Mark A. Mayer proposed to purchase and give Drovides for withdrawal by to the state for park purposes. Deed covering this area is dated April 12, ions of unreserved public 1924. d be amended to include Lands were obtained for Emigrant Springs State Park in Umatilla )regon." He further states, County, between Pendleton and La Grande, in 1925. This land was eventually iucleus, Oregon could then to become the most important park on the Oregon Trail. finest of her native land- Land for Humbug Mountain Park in Curry County was obtained by deed dated Tational Forests." Saurers June 9, 1926, starting one of the finest parks in Curry al resource in that it may County. There were i with proper respect as to 20 other sites procured or controlled during the early fine as ever." "twenties," a few of which were Cape Sebastian, Harris Beach, Lava imittee in the period ending River Caves, Viento, Peter Skene Ogden, Boiler Bay and Shelton. All of these areas islation, a total of 26 areas have served as important links in the chain of parks throughout the state. Some Df these were donated and were later enlarged as their use increased over the state. and their importance became evident. In the period following Governor Olcott's e foot area at Government administration (1919-1923) there was not on which the Sons and a great demand on the part of the political leaders to carry on a highway monument to the memory beautification program or to encourage the advancement of the park plan uilder of the toll road from or idea. However, Highway Commissioners such riod 1845-1846. This route as William Duby, H. B. Van Duzer and Robert W. Sawyer, and the inue westward rather than Advisory Committee on Tree Planting, as well as the Highway Engineers and umbia River Canyon and others were enthusiastic in the advancement of the program, resulting in the rapid increase of the number of sites and the size of each. Tree planting ie been important through along the highway in Eastern Oregon continued during the 1923-24 period, ewpoint of the Willamette furthering the suggestion of many peoDle expressed earlier. This highway and the railroad work was done principally along the Oregon Trail between Pendleton nple. Access was provided and La Grande. A great deal of help was obtained from schools, -n McLoughlin, the Hudson clubs and Chambers of Commerce throughout the state. Acquisition of the timber waysides along the Wallowa e "Father of Oregon." This Lake Highway continued. At the end of 1929 a Af the Oregon Congress of total of 189 acres had been obtained. Congress approved a law on June 14, ts each, the school children 1926, known as the "Recrea- tional I from other sources. Mc- Act," which allowed certain U. S. Department of Interior lands ional Historical Site known (Bureau of Land Management) to be sold to public agencies for recreation Purposes at a price fixed by the Secretary of the Interior. The law has been revised from time to time so that as of 1960 land may be [15 1 I ml U mmiii . mw. it ii?.imtiiiiu

conveyed for park purposes at a rate of not more than six sites, but not removal would leave a desi to exceed 12,400 acres, in the years 1960, 1961 and 1962. After 1962, make the first forest react three sites and not to exceed 6,400 acres may be obtained in any one his many miles of travel a year. In addition to the above, small tracts of not more than 10 acres welcomed as gratefully as needed for roadside parks and rest sites, may be obtained. Applications original Oregon Trail. A st not completed may hold over for processing to the extent that the from 130 feet to 1,900 feet, maximum allowable acreage will not be exceeded in the year application miles, assuring the permani was made. In other parts of the sl By Executive Order in 1961, BLM lands for recreational use are near the highways before a priced at $2.50 per acre in case of sale and 25 cents per acre if leased. of preserving the trees borc Reverter clauses and all other restrictions in the transfer of title to the Effort was made by t] state shall cease to be in effect 25 years after the Secretary of the exchange of private land fc Interior authorizes the transfer. ways. The idea was even The revested 0 & C Railroad Grant lands and the reconveyed Coos obtain the proper legislatic Bay Wagon Road Grant lands may be leased at a price fixed by the a few of the timber compar Secretary of the Interior. ways to be preserved for t Lands for historic monument purposes may be obtained without Service had established a I monetary consideration. the highways in the forest v In the 1925-27 period, acquisitions continued at a reasonably fast imately 300 feet from roa pace with the purchase of strips of land of varied width along the removed annually. highways for the Blue Mountain Forest Wayside on U. S. 30 between In the case of privately- Pendleton and La Grande, the Hood River-Mosier section in Hood River undertaken, a difficult sitt County and Rattlesnake Spring in Baker County. Land for Dooley stands of timber were so Mountain Wayside was obtained on the Baker-Unity Highway Route 7; purchase of the land and also an area was obtained easterly of Middle Bridge on the Baker- practiced selective cutting. Halfway Route 86, and another area six miles east of Unity on Route 26 matured or stagnated trees was secured. The last four of these were acquired for the purpose of time gave somewhat the al furnishing drinking water for the traveler. ting had not yet begun, an Two tracts of federal lands in Curry County were obtained. One is leave a timbered strip with the Ophir Waysides and the other is 290 acres as an addition to Humbug of the Commission to prese Mountain Park. original stands of the vario In Deschutes County, Pilot Butte Park at the east edge of Bend was The interest of Dr. Johr donated to the state in 1927 by Kempster B. Miller, Francis R. Welles tion of Washington, Washi and Charles A. Brown in honor of Terrence H. Foley, a former resident the state park system. Dr. : of Bend. The Robert W. Sawyer Park north of Bend was purchased geological structures and f from the State Land Board. The deed is dated April 28, 1931. particular attention to the In Douglas County the Camas Mountain Park was leased from the poses. Following his recomr federal government. ings under the Federal Rec One small area in Grant County, known as Johnny Kirk Spring, was John Day Valley suggest( given to the state, as was Booth Park in Lake County. purposes. In Lincoln County, Yachats Park at the westerly edge of the town of Scrip was used in the I the same name was obtained from eight different owners. Otter Crest, be obtained at $2.50 per ac a small area providing an excellent marine overlook at the highway 40-acre tracts on the Oreg summit six miles north of Newport, was obtained. The Dalles-California High There were three areas enlarged, the Peter Skene Ogden Park in at Humbug Mountain in Cu Jefferson County, Chandler Park in Lake County, both as gifts, and the be acquired by scrip and t Wallowa Forest Reserve in Wallowa County was enlarged by purchases. 1926. The 1927-28 Biennial Report shows the cost of operation of state Mr. 0. A. Prince of Euge parks to the end of 1928 as $109,183, of which amount $28,933 was spent 100 acres of the Pacific Vie, to rebuild the fire-destroyed building at Emigrant Springs. The report offered to sell this land to t also says, "The Commission has taken especial interest in the acquisition the State Parks and Recre. of lands bordering the Old Oregon Trail between Deadman's Pass and chasing the entire area. La Grande with the stand of trees found thereon. These trees give added In the period of Mr. B beauty to the country through which this highway passes and their from September, 1929 to Jt [ 16 ] more than six sites, but not removal would leave a desolate and unsightly waste. In addition, they L961 and 1962. After 1962, make the first forest reached by the tourist from the East, and, after .ay be obtained in any one his many miles of travel across the open plains and deserts, they are of not more than 10 acres welcomed as gratefully as they were by the immigrants who used the y be obtained. Applications original Oregon Trail. A strip on each side of the road, varying in width ng to the extent that the from 130 feet to 1,900 feet, has now been acquired for a distance of 30 eded in the year application miles, assuring the permanent preservation of these trees." In other parts of the state, logging had been in progress on lands Is for recreational use are near the highways before any thought had been given to the importance 25 cents per acre if leased. of preserving the trees bordering the rights of way. L the transfer of title to the Effort was made by the Engineer and the Commission to make after the Secretary of the exchange of private land for U. S. Forest Service lands along the highways. The idea was eventually abandoned owing to the inability to Is and the reconveyed Coos obtain the proper legislation. In its place the U. S. Forest Service and ed at a price fixed by the a few of the timber companies set aside timbered strips along the highways to be preserved for the benefit of the traveler. The U. S. Forest may be obtained without Service had established a policy of preserving a strip on either side of the highways in the forest where no use is permitted. It extends approx- inued at a reasonably fast imately 300 feet from road center. The dead and dying trees were of varied width along the removed annually. tyside on U. S. 30 between In the case of privately-owned lands where logging had not yet been [osier section in Hood River undertaken, a difficult situation was faced. In many cases the heavy County. Land for Dooley stands of timber were so costly as to preclude the possibility of the er-Unity Highway Route 7; purchase of the land and standing timber. In some cases the owners Idle Bridge on the Baker- practiced selective cutting. That is, taking out the dead trees and the -s east of Unity on Route 26 matured or stagnated trees but leaving a much larger number, which in cquired for the purpose of time gave somewhat the appearance of the original stand. Where cutting had not yet begun, an effort was made to persuade the owner to inty were obtained. One is leave a timbered strip with as little cutting as possible. It was the desire s as an addition to Humbug of the Commission to preserve, along the state highway system, typical original stands of the various kinds of trees indigenous to Oregon. the east edge of Bend was The interest of Dr. John P. Merriam, President of Carnegie Institu- , Miller, Francis R. Welles tion of Washington, Washington, D. C., helped in the development of H. Foley, a former resident the state park system. Dr. Merriam, who had long been a student of the th of Bend was purchased geological structures and fossil remains of the John Day Valley, called ed April 28, 1931. particular attention to the importance of that area for state park pur- Park was leased from the poses. Following his recommendation, the Commission initiated proceedings under the Federal Recreation Act to secure the public land in the is Johnny Kirk Spring, was John Day Valley suggested by Dr. Merriam as desirable for park e County. purposes. resterly edge of the town of Scrip was used in the purchase of federal lands when tracts could rerent owners. Otter Crest, be obtained at $2.50 per acre. In 1927 application was made for seven ? overlook at the highway 40-acre tracts on the Oregon Trail, the Baker-Unity Highway and on ained. The Dalles-California Highway. Another was made on a 450-acre tract eter Skene Ogden Park in at Humbug Mountain in Curry County, a part of which was expected to )unty, both as gifts, and the be acquired by scrip and the remainder under the Recreational Act of was enlarged by purchases. 1926. cost of operation of state Mr. 0. A. Prince of Eugene, representing the owners of approximately i amount $28,933 was spent 100 acres of the Pacific View platted area located south of Yaquina Bay, Ligrant Springs. The renort offered to sell this land to the state for $12,000. This is interesting since 4l interest in the acquisition the State Parks and Recreation Division is now in the process of pur- tween Deadman's Pass and chasing the entire area. eon. These trees give added In the period of Mr. Boardman's service as Parks Superintendent highway passes and their from September, 1929 to July, 1950, there were 495 transactions cover- [ 17 ] ing 50,842 acres, including 99 gifts of 18,762 acres and 15 leases on 444 the future. A timbered are2 acres. studied with the thought of E The Commission's interests were broad, however, determined to a Some acquisitions involve great extent by the amount of recreation travel. The most interest was patience. A good example i along the Oregon shore, particularly where the roads from the populated 1930, title was not acquired t of a squa areas of the Willamette Valley strike the coast. Interest diminished as principally because owned land. Mr. Casey had the distance increased each way from these points. cabins for which he claimed Many areas of great value were acquired, particularly in the second authorities insisted that Mi and third decades of park activity. Much larger parks were obtained, settled. After considerable n either in the first acquisition or by additions to existing areas. Also, the mission the option of either 1 public support of the park idea was increasing which gave the Commis- $13.75 per year. The Commit sion a feeling of confidence. This is indicated by the Commission show- a lease to Mr. Casey for a ing less resistance to proposals for park acquisitions. satisfied Mr. Casey. At the e The matter of acquiring land for parks of larger size from many sion chose to purchase the ar ownerships proved to be difficult and time consuming. While there were There were important gi a few condemnation suits in order to purchase lands, a number of settle- Guy W. Talbot at Latourell F ments were made without resorting to court action even after suits had of this acreage is on the we: been ordered. small part on the easterly sid( Acquisition of some of the larger areas, such as Silver Falls Park, dinary stand of natural timl required many years. The first acquisition at this park was 90 acres on scenic views of the Columbia April 3, 1931. Acquisitions continued through the years, without a lapse An area 23 miles east of more than two years, until the last purchase in 1952. During that government in 1930. Anothe same period the National Park Service purchased 5,730 acres, comprising Recreational Act, being 290 a' the area set aside for a youth camp demonstration project. Silver Falls requested. One was at Wil( Park now contains 8,059.27 acres. The federal areas were deeded to the Clackamas County and the o state, without cost, in 1947, with a restriction that the land should the Coast Range on the Coo always be used for park and recreation purposes. tions for federal lands were r Another large area requiring a great deal of time was South Newport, The year 1930 marks the containing 133 acres with 110 deeds at the close of the year 1962. The "the depression." The Highv first area was acquired in June, 1955. As of January 1, 1963, there were but the bonded debt remainE 16 condemnation suits waiting to be tried in the Circuit Court. the use of hand labor and tY Another area which was time consuming in our acquisition was highly emphasized. The incon known first as Short Sand Beach but later named Oswald West State to an alarmingly low ipoint; h, Park. A total of 282 acres of land was obtained from 32 owners. The at a reasonable rate commen first deed was dated November 12, 1931, and the last was January 12, financial situation, many of 1954. One condemnation suit hampered an early closing of the acquisi- in acquisition, construction ai tions. The name of Short Sand Beach Park was changed in 1957 to Oswald West State Park in honor of the former Governor (1911 to 1915). Governor West, by his insistence, obtained a legislative act prohibiting Parks Engineer Appoi the sale of Oregon's beach land between mean high and low tides and declaring such land a public highway. The appointment of the ' Nehalem Bay Park acquisition has also been a time-consuming proj- the activities of the Advisory ect. This area included three platted townsites of many ownerships all At a meeting August 6-7, 1 on the Nehalem Bay Sand Spit. It contains 862 acres with approxi- place Samuel H. Boardman mately ten miles of bay and ocean shore. Very few trees were on the areas. His title was Parks En property because of the nature of the ground, it being barren sand to park matters. This was a n moving with the wind. The first land was obtained in July, 1938 and who was very much intereste the last in November, 1961. There were no suits or similar hampering for which he has, in later y( devices. In the main, title to the lands came from the County Court "Father of the Oregon State: which had obtained the lands through tax foreclosures. Other areas the position was by reason of were purchased from individuals. The improvement program at Nehalem and highway beautification Bay, for the past several years, has been only the planting of beach movement for such planting a grass and trees as it is believed the greatest need for the area lies in as related to parks, as well [18 the future. A timbered area adjoining the park on the north is being icres and 15 leases on 444 studied with the thought of acquisition for an overnight campsite. Some acquisitions involved real problems requiring persistence and rowever, determined to a patience. A good example is Casey Park. While acquisition began in el. The most interest was 1930, title was not acquired until 1937. Complications were encountered ^ roads from the populated principally because of a squatter, J. A. Casey, residing on this federally- st. Interest diminished as owned land. Mr. Casey had constructed a roadside restaurant and a few mints. cabins for which he claimed an investment of $10,000, and the federal particularly in the second authorities insisted that Mr. Casey's claim as "squatter rights" be rger parks were obtained, settled. After considerable negotiation, the government gave the Com- o existing areas. Also, the mission the option of either buying the 80 acres for $275 or leasing it at which gave the Commis- $13.75 per year. The Commission chose to lease the area and negotiated by the Commission show- a lease to Mr. Casey for a period of three years. This arrangement sitions. satisfied Mr. Casey. At the expiration of Mr. Casey's lease the Commis- of larger size from many sion chose to purchase the area and title was received in 1937. suming. While there were There were important gifts such as 125 acres from Mr. and Mrs. lands, a number of settle- Guy W. Talbot at Latourell Falls on the Columbia River Highway. Most iction even after suits had of this acreage is on the westerly side of Latourell Creek with only a small part on the easterly side of the spectacular falls. It has an extraor- t such as Silver Falls Park, dinary stand of natural timber and native plants, and affords superb this park was 90 acres on scenic views of the Columbia River and the north side of the gorge. the years, without a lapse An area 23 miles east of Baker was obtained from the federal iase in 1952. During that government in 1930. Another area was purchased in 1931 under the sed 5,730 acres, comprising Recreational Act, being 290 acres at Humbug Mountain. Two leases were ation project. Silver Falls requested. One was at Wildcat Creek on the Mt. Hood Highway in 1 areas were deeded to the Clackamas County and the other at Camas Mountain at the summit of ion that the land should the Coast Range on the Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway. Other applica- ses. tions for federal lands were made during this period, 1930-1940. If time was South Newport, The year 1930 marks the beginning of a period often referred to as ose of the year 1962. The "the depression." The Highway Commission felt the shortage of funds anuary 1, 1963, there were but the bonded debt remained the same. There was much demand for he Circuit Court. the use of hand labor and the contract method of providing labor was g in our acquisition was highly emphasized. The income from gas tax and other sources decreased iamed Oswald West State to an alarmingly low point; however, acquisition of park lands continued ned from 32 owners. The (. at a reasonable rate commensurate with available funds. To offset the I the last was January 12, financial situation, many of the state and federal agencies cooperated irly closing of the acquisi- in acquisition, construction and improvement of parks. c was changed in 1957 to r Governor (1911 to 1915). legislative act prohibiting Parks Engineer Appointed mn high and low tides and k The appointment of the State Parks Commission marks the end of the activities of the Advisory Committee on State Parks and Recreation. en a time-consuming proj- At a meeting August 6-7, 1929, the Highway Commission decided to es of many ownerships all place Samuel H. Boardman in charge of acquisition of the timbered ; 862 acres with approxi- to devote his entire time ery few trees were on the areas. His title was Parks Engineer and he was to park matters. This was a move long desired by Commissioner Sawyer md, it being barren sand who was very much interested in parks and the furtherance of the idea, )btained in July, 1938 and for which he has, in later years on occasions, been referred to as the suits or similar hampering "Father of the Oregon State Parks." Selection of Sam Boardman to fill ie from the County Court position was by reason of his profound interest in the tree planting foreclosures. Other areas the and highway beautification work dating from the beginning of the ement program at Nehalem A movement for such planting and highway beautification. His philosophy, nly the planting of beach as related to parks, as well as his distinguishing characteristics are L need for the area lies in [19 1 illustrated in the following quotation from a statement he made soon after appointment: "The codicil of a legacy that will perpetuate their memories. A monument that will ever brighten in its burnishing. No finer heritage may one bequeath than the natural beauty that springs from the clay from which he cometh and returneth. A continuity of life. Would that such monuments might spire our State. Its increased possibilities lie within the wisdom of its people. A magnet that deflects its particles into every thread that spins S the spool of Oregon. To cut our way to the land of stumps thenl we must compute our assets in terms of turpentine. . . The educational and historical side will enter into many of our parks. In the John Day country we are told the rockers are found that cradled the world. Scientists unfold leaf by leaf, strata by strata the geology the paleontology of the beginning of Creation. Un- assumingly they take us back ten million years in the chronology of a universe that we now seek to save our flora. Such a shrine of knowledge must be ever left as an open book in the form of a State Park. A state rich in historical lore must have its story told N within our parks. Where the speed of the day may halt to pay its homage to a pioneer who yoked his way to blaze a trail we so ' Ft easily follow today. . . The beautiful myrtle where the mystic touch of nature has trimmed its cultural lines beyond the art of i man. And within them all a sense is quickened in the turn of leafy mold that stirs the springtime of our individualities. We x- live within a heritage beyond our computation. Will we tilt the cup until it runs dry or build for a day beyond our day."

The selection of Mr. Boardman as Engineer of State Parks proved to be a wise choice. In his philosophic way he was influential in persuading many people of means to give property to the state for park purposes. The first ten years of his administration was a period when the economic value of much of the timberlands was in question and the need of such lands for recreational purposes was evident. The combination, with the aid of some persuasion, created an atmosphere in the minds of possible Q donors wherein the state benefited and the desires of these people 1 were satisfied. Many others offered their lands for parks at a price much > ' lower than could be obtained on the market. To further the personal interest in gifts, Mr. Boardman suggested and the Highway Commission approved on April 7, 1932, a certificate to be given to donors of park areas or sites. This certificate is as follows:

Acknowledgment of first

[20 'I i a statement he made soon

Xrpetuate their memories. its burnishing. No finer tural beauty that springs I returneth. A continuity tight spire our State. . . le wisdom of its people. ) every thread that spins .the land of stumps then of turpentine. . . The r into many of our parks. we rockers are found that f by leaf, strata by strata ,inning of Creation. Un- n years in the chronology ur flora. Such a shrine of m book in the form of a e must have its story told le day may halt to pay its ay to blaze a trail we so myrtle where the mystic d lines beyond the art of quickened in the turn of our individualities. We utation. Will we tilt the beyond our day." leer of State Parks proved to was influential in persuading the state for park purposes. s a period when the economic uestion and the need of such L. The combination, with the ere in the minds of possible desires of these people were for parks at a price much t. its, Mr. Boardman suggested n April 7, 1932, a certificate This certificate is as follows: - , k - I I I - 11 ------mm.-.791r, ...... Acknowledgment. - - - of -- first - land- - [ 21donated -] for state park purposes. Mz==3= - ."gWom - - - I - - __

PARKS PARTICIF

Federal Agencies The experience gained b personnel during World War recreation demands. It was n non-urban park areas follow started development of parks direct the use. It also was ar enlarged movement in this sl areas. Beginning in 1930, the de because of the national ecot were keenly aware of the inc decade and put forth every e the poor economic conditions such as Works Progress Adn Corps (CCC) and other prc cooperate in the adoption of in the parks included construe area buildings, swimming at water sources, particularly b:

Civilian Conservation Corps At the beginning of the d unemployment particularly ai at the insistence of President to create the Civilian Conse Section 3 PARKS PARTICIPATION BY OTHER AGENCIES

Federal Agencies The experience gained by community leaders and many military personnel during World War I served as a stimulus in later park and recreation demands. It was manifest by the increase in use of urban and non-urban park areas following the 1917-18 conflict. Many states had started development of parks and had made provisions for personnel to direct the use. It also was an important part of the impetus behind the enlarged movement in this state for highway recreational and camping areas. Beginning in 1930, the depression period, recreation demand fell off because of the national economic situation. However, the authorities were keenly aware of the increasing recreation demand of the previous decade and put forth every effort to satisfy that thought and to relieve the poor economic conditions. Congress enacted various public projects such as Works Progress Administration (WPA), Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) and other programs wherein local governments would cooperate in the adoption of many types of work programs. The work in the parks included construction of such facilities as roads, trails, camp area buildings, swimming and boating areas, and the development of water sources, particularly by the Civilian Conservation Corps.

Civilian Conservation Corps Camps At the beginning of the depression years, because of the widespread unemployment particularly among the youth, the United States Congress at the insistence of President Franklin D. Roosevelt, enacted legislation to create the Civilian Conservation Corps in March, 1933. The CCC [ 23 ] 7: _, - __ - - - - __ -,M __-, -_- -, - , _ ,

employed many youths, particularly from the cities and larger commu- The work accomplish nities, who were unable to obtain employment. The objective was em- surfacing roads in some phasized in the words of the President when he said, "I propose to create trimming brush to eliminz a civilian conservation corps to be used in simple work, not interfering establishing permanent r with normal employment, and confining itself to forestry, the prevention comfort stations and shel of soil erosion, flood control, and similar projects." storage and administration The first selected were restricted to unemployed citizens, single and married At Silver Falls men of ages 18 to 25. They were required to allot a portion of Park the $30 per month pay to their families. dinary picnic area, includii ing area. Trails In Oregon, the first camps in state parks were established in Octo- into the Silver Creek ber, 1933, located near Gold Beach in Curry County and Benson Park were constr Springs were tapped in Multnomah County. These camps were later increased to 17. There and were others in the U. S. forests, grazing projects, etc. ample camp water. Road structed and surfaced Each camp was organized with 200 enrollees, a supervisor, eight with Most foremen, an Army captain assisted by enlisted personnel, a doctor, an of the buildings c rustic educational director and helper, a landscape architect, an engineer and material, principally 15 ties local men skilled in forestry and other trades. These 15 skilled men inside the buildings. was acted as leaders among the enrollees on the particular job to which they not available, sanitar were chemicals. assigned. The leaders were expected to show the enrollees how to do the job and explain why it was done in a certain way and its relation The General Design Sec to the work as a whole. for all the projects and bu The CCC program was under technical supervision of the National systems. These plans and Park Service in cooperation with the local park administrative agencies. Park Service for approval. The National Park Service furnished plans, layouts, etc. for all projects Approval was slow in and the local agency furnished the materials, sites, etc. established for a short tin The 17 camps in Oregon were located at Benson and Wyeth on the more speedy and desirable. Columbia River Highway; Silver Falls east of Salem; Emigrant Springs, The CCC's performed ua Battle Mountain and Shelton in Eastern Oregon; Casey in Southern the start of a well developE Oregon, and Short Sand Beach (now Oswald West), Ecola, Newport, the way for later developm( Woahink, Charleston, Humbug Mountain, Gold Beach, Alderwood and vastly with reasonable and Saddle Mountain along the coast. There was also one under the direc- The completion of the I tion of the U. S. Soil Erosion Service located at The Cove Palisades Silver Falls CCC camp, th, State Park in Central Oregon. April, 1942. The Silver Fa. The following is a list of the 45 state parks in which improvement the state on December 5, 19 work was done by the Civilian Conservation Corps: December 18, 1942. Guy W. Talbot Harris Beach Joaquin Miller George W. Joseph Cape Sebastian Forest Wayside Emergency Relief Administ Ainsworth Hunters Creek Devil's Elbow An Emergency Relief A (Buena Muriel John B. Yeon Vista) 0. Ponsler Park was set up in 1934 to c Giesel Memorial Lang Monument Wayside The area was to be an idea Ophir Sheridan South Beach Wayside panded outdoor youth campi Humbug Yaquina Viento Mountain Bay because of a demand throu Battle Starvation Creek Rock Devil's Punch Bowl and available areas were no Port Orford Cedar Otter Wygant Crest Wayside The ERA project design Forest Silver Falls Wayside Rocky Creek Wayside constructed. One was locate( Casey Cape Arago Depoe Bay mately 21/2 miles from the Simpson Emigrant Springs Wayside Boiler Bay Wayside approximately 11/2 miles fro] (North Battle Mountain Bend) Short Sand Beach youth camps amounted to or Alderwood Wayside Umpqua (now Oswald West) tract. Blachly Bolon Island Nehalem Mountain Bay In the construction plan, Tideways Triangle Lake Wayside Ecola the native flora and to enco Shelton Wayside Jessie M. Honeyman Saddle Mountain animals of the area. Memorial *The Cove Palisades The Silver Creek camp pI * Directed by Soil Erosion Service rate group units. Individual, [ 24 ] m the cities and larger commu- The work accomplished by the CCC crews included building and )yment. The objective was em- surfacing roads in some areas, building car parking areas and trails, hen he said, "I propose to create trimming brush to eliminate fire hazards, making property line surveys, in simple work, not interfering establishing permanent monuments at property corners, constructing itself to forestry, the prevention comfort stations and shelters, particularly at viewpoints, and erecting projects." storage and administration buildings. unemployed citizens, single and At Silver Falls Park the CCC crews constructed a large, extraor- re required to allot a portion of dinary picnic area, including a concession building, and a large car parking area. Trails into the canyon along the north and south forks of )arks were established in Octo- Silver Creek were constructed and the necessary bridges were built. iurry County and Benson Park Springs were tapped and large reservoirs were constructed to provide ~re later increased to 17. There ample camp water. Roads and car parking areas were projects, etc. laid out, constructed and surfaced with rock. ) enrollees, a supervisor, eight Most enlisted personnel, a doctor, an of the buildings constructed by the CCC's were designed to use rustic cape architect, an engineer and material, principally logs, and shake roofing, with modern facili- er trades. These 15 skilled men ties inside the buildings. In a few parks, where ample water supply the particular job to which they was not available, sanitary facilities were constructed for the use of ed to show the enrollees how to chemicals. in a certain way and its relation The General Design Section of the CCC's drew the plans and designs for all the projects and buildings, as well as for the water and sanitary ical supervision of the National systems. These plans and designs were then forwarded to the National al park administrative agencies. Park Service for approval. ins, layouts, etc. for all projects Approval was slow in the beginning. Later a planning office was rials, sites, etc. established for a short time in Portland, making the operation much A at Benson and Wyeth on the more speedy and desirable. ast of Salem; Emigrant Springs, The CCC's performed unusual tasks in the parks which proved to be rn Oregon; Casey in Southern the start of a well developed program in park construction. This paved Oswald West), Ecola, Newport, the way for later development and indicated the park use would increase in, Gold Beach, Alderwood and vastly with reasonable and well planned facilities. e was also one under the direc- The completion of the park facility construction and closure of the located at The Cove Palisades Silver Falls CCC camp, the last camp operating in the state, came in April, 1942. The Silver Falls CCC camp buildings were transferred to the state te parks in which improvement on December 5, 1942, and were accepted by the Commission on December 18, 1942. ation Corps: Joaquin Miller Emergency Relief Administration (ERA) Forest Wayside Devil's Elbow An Emergency Relief Administration project at Silver Falls State a) Muriel 0. Ponsler Park was set up in 1934 to construct a Recreational Demonstration Area. ent Memorial Wayside The area was to be an ideal outdoor youth camp to encourage an ex- South Beach Wayside panded outdoor youth camping program. The project was brought about Ltain Yaquina Bay because of a demand throughout the country for more youth training Devil's Punch Bowl and available areas were not in supply. Xdar Otter Crest Wayside The ERA project designed four separate areas, two of which were ide Rocky Creek Wayside constructed. One was located on the south fork of Silver Creek, approxi- Denoe Bay mately 21/2 miles from the highway, and the other on Smith Creek, ide Boiler Bay Wayside approximately 11/2 miles from the highway. The land purchased for the I) Short Sand Beach youth camps amounted to only 4,093 acres out of a planned 18,785-acre (now Oswald West) tract. Nehalem Bay In the construction plan, provision was made to take advantage of ayside Ecola the native flora and to encourage the increase of deer and other wild yman Saddle Mountain animals of the area. *The Cove Palisades The Silver Creek camp provided facilities for 96 youths in four separate group units. 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to four persons were built. Each building group had a toilet and recrea- of the Columbia River ( tion building. The camp had a central mess hall, infirmary, craft build- Commission. ing, office quarters, swimming pool and the necessary sanitary facilities. The Smith Creek camp is much smaller than the one at Silver Creek. Works Progress Administr: It is facilitated for 48 youths in two group units. The type of construc- The Works Progress Ad] tion is exactly the same in each camp. yard near John B. Yeon S In July, 1937, an Advisory Committee was appointed to assist in state. certain matters pertaining to the Demonstration project. Those appointed A cooperative project ix to the Committee were Dr. E. L. Packard, Oregon State College; H. C. in 1937 for a recreational Seymour, Director of Oregon 4-H Clubs; Karl Onthank, University of late in 1938. The main pu Oregon; Dr. Bruce Baxter, Willamette University; C. P. Keyser, Super- principal factors which bea intendent of Portland City Parks; Jamieson Parker, State Planking recreational program in Orn Board, and H. C. Richter, Portland Y.M.C.A. The report, dated Decei valuable information on n State Emergency Relief Administration (SERA) includes in Part I informati The federal funds supplied by the State Emergency Relief Adminis- development, maintenance, tration provided payment for the employment of an average of 20 men includes a list of agencies i for a period of nearly one year beginning in December, 1934. These men of areas used by each in the built trails and enlarged the use areas at Silver Falls State Park. on recreational travel in the to potential areas and Part Pacific Northwest Regional Planning Commission recreation programs. A Works Progress Adm The Pacific Northwest Regional Planning Commission made an ex- historic sites and markers . haustive study of the recreational value of the Columbia River Gorge. report rendered in August, The project was done in cooperation with the Civil Works Administra- The report gives a brief, tion in 1934, followed by the Federal Emergency Relief Administration problem in Oregon. It lists (ERA) in 1934 and 1935 and the Works Progress Administration (WPA) tion of historic sites, and in 1936. The report is dated January, 1937. source of their funds, etc. The primary purpose of the study was to gain consideration from well as national organizatio federal and state authorities, as well as the public, on the outstanding Oregon. scenic and recreational resources in the Columbia River Gorge. It also In this report are two lib pointed out the growing need to conserve and further develop the cross-reference for the conv potential values and urged consideration of all social and economic according to the date of the requirements to prevent waste in the recreational facilities and scenery. period of prominence of th The Planning Commission made a thorough study of the recreation, statement of the reason for c road and other needs. The Commission's recommendations on the roads source, as well as the name and parks have been done, except those which proved to be improper or for it. not necessary. If the marker is a p its face is shown, indicatin In the construction of the Columbia River Highway, land outside of historical sketch. The secon the needed right of way was obtained. This fulfilled a part of the plan A project started in 1935 in the preservation of the scenic aspects of the gorge as recommended. way Commission contributi Little use has been made in recent years of the trails constructed by the myrtlewood furniture for us CCC's in the "thirties." Therefore, none has been added. In maintaining completed. Through the ger the trails, it has been necessary to rebuild all timber structures and myrtle logs of unusual size handrails. They have been widened in many places. the furniture construction pi In realignment of the highway and construction of the four-lane approximately 8M B.F., tru freeway, a wide right of way was obtained. Only the necessary clearing State College experimental was done to provide safety of travel. The scenic aspect of the gorge was by 12,000 lbs. after 76 day preserved by these measures. The freeway is so located that more of forwarded to the WPA work the canyon walls with the many waterfalls may be seen on the Oregon construction. side. A view of the Washington side of the canyon and the river may be Mrs. Margery Hoffman had at all times. The sweenina alianment of the new four-lane highway Project, designed this furni makes for a speedy, restful drive the full length of the gorge. Preserva- type. The project was comp] tion of the scenic values of the canyon is continuing through the efforts tables, 82 chairs, 11 wall and [26 ] g group had a toilet and recrea- of the Columbia River Gorge Commission and the State Highway Less hall, infirmary, craft build- Commission. the necessary sanitary facilities. er than the one at Silver Creek. Works Progress Administration (WPA) ap units. The type of construc- The Works Progress Administration constructed a storage and service yard near John B. Yeon State Park at a very modest expense to the tee was appointed to assist in state. tration project. Those appointed A cooperative project with the National Park Service was approved -d, Oregon State College; H. C. in 1937 for a recreational study in Oregon. The study was completed s; Karl Onthank, University of late in 1938. The main purpose of the study was to bring to light the niversity; C. P. Keyser, Super- principal factors which bear on the planning and to suggest an adequate nieson Parker, State Planhing recreational program in Oregon. C.A. The report, dated December 21, 1938, sets forth a great amount of valuable information on many phases of recreation in the state. It (SERA) includes in Part I information on administration, standards, acquisition, ate Emergency Relief Adminis- development, maintenance, operation and suggested legislation. Part II yment of an average of 20 men includes a list of agencies interested in parks and recreation and a list Z in December, 1934. These men of areas used by each in the mid-thirties. Part III relates to information L Silver Falls State Park. on recreational travel in the state. Part IV is a brief statement relating to potential areas and Part V discusses certain possibilities of correlating )mmission recreation programs. A Works Progress Administration project was set up to study the ining Commission made an ex- historic sites and markers in Oregon. The work was completed and a of the Columbia River Gorge. report rendered in August, 1939. ;h the Civil Works Administra- The report gives a brief, yet complete, story relating to the historical nergency Relief Administration problem in Oregon. It lists agencies whose duties include the preserva- Irogress Administration (WPA) tion of historic sites, and gives their respective responsibilities, the 37. source of their funds, etc. It also contains a complete list of local, as vas to gain consideration from well as national organizations, interested in marking historic objects in the public, on the outstanding Oregon. Columbia River Gorge. It also In this report are two lists of 226 signs and markers in Oregon with erve and further develop the cross-reference for the convenience of the user. One list is chronological on of all social and economic according to the date of the event, date of construction of the object or !reational facilities and scenery. period of prominence of the person commemorated, and gives a brief orough study of the recreation, statement of the reason for or the purpose of the marker, its location and recommendations on the roads source, as well as the name of the agency or organization responsible which proved to be improper or for it. If the marker is a plaque, then the exact wording embossed on its face is shown, indicating the occasion for the marker by a brief River Highway, land outside of historical sketch. The second list is alphabetical. rhis fulfilled a part of the plan A project started in 1939, directed by the WPA but the State High- of the gorge as recommended. way Commission contributing the materials, was the construction of of the trails constructed by the myrtlewood furniture for use at the Silver Falls Park lodge, then being has been added. In maintaining completed. Through the generosity of Elmer Bankus of Brookings, two iuild all timber structures and myrtle logs of unusual size and quality were donated to the parks for iany places. the furniture construction project. The logs were sawed and the lumber, construction of the four-lane approximately 8M B.F., trucked to Corvallis and dried in the Oregon ed. Only the necessary clearing State College experimental dry kiln. This process reduced the weight e scenic aspect of the gorge was by 12,000 lbs. after 76 days of drying. The dried lumber was then way is so located that more of forwarded to the WPA workshop in Portland to be used in the furniture ills may be seen on the Oregon construction. he canyon and the river may be Mrs. Margery Hoffman Smith, State Director of the Oregon Art t of the new four-lane highway Project, designed this furniture, all of which is of the heavy, sturdy length of the gorge. Preserva- type. The project was completed in 1940 and consists of 25 small diring continuing through the efforts tables, 82 chairs, 11 wall and fireplace benches and one large buffet.

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available to the state man3 The myrtlewood furniture is unusual in that the myrtle tree is Lake Owyhee in Malheur indigenous to the southwest corner of the state. It is known in this state acres for park purposes. T as Oregon Myrtle and is highly prized for the manufacturing of novel- period of 50 years. ties. The wood is generally light-colored, sometimes bicolored, and of On the peninsula in U close and frequently twisted grain. These features and the high quality was constructed. Thirty ac finish make the myrtlewood excellent for beautiful furniture and of Reclamation and the h exquisite showpieces. parking places, sanitary far In 1935 a landscape project was started under the WPA at Silver constructed. Falls Park. It consisted of planting trees and shrubbery in the car Through the courtesy oI parking islands and the day use area above the South Falls. This work gation District, the patrons furnished employment for several men during the construction period. lake for boating, fishing an( Another WPA project was at Lava River Caves in Central Oregon. from the Bureau. A swimrr It consisted of improving the entrance to the cave by the construction the Prineville-Crook Count of steps down into the cavern and building trails over the loose rock and the local irrigation district. steep places inside the cave. This work made it safe for the public to A new park of 365 ac examine the caves. Prineville Reservoir, south is on land owned by the I United States General Land Office and Bureau of Land Management County on March 16, 1961, (BLM) for a 50-year period. The The Bureau of Land Management and its predecessor, the General stipulations in the lease bE Land Office, are the agencies which have processed all applications for same as those contained in federal lands. These agencies have been generous in supplying park the Bureau of Reclamation. lands to the state for recreation purposes when the land and the use will maintain it, but the sta came within the scope of the 1926 Recreation Act. A few areas have been gifts. United States Corps of Eng However, during the years, changes have been made in the law whereby a portion of the appraised land value is to be paid. In the years The U. S. Corps of Engii prior to 1961, the policy was to charge full value for the timber but to tion projects pertaining to t reduce the charge for the land approximately 70% of the appraised structed several recreation value. Beginning in 1961, the land charge was reduced to $2.50 per acre. the shores of Fern Ridge Title to the land is given with continuing restrictions in the use of both control reservoir. Two recr the land and the timber. Peninsula and another at B All deeds contain a restriction that the land must be used for recrea- boat launching docks, picnic tion purposes and be developed according to filed plan. In cases where stoves, tables, trails and wa the lands are given at a reduced rate and the timber is paid for in part These areas were turned or in full amounts, the use restriction runs for a period of 20 years. It a long-term lease agreeme has been necessary to render biennial reports to the Bureau covering the place during the first five use and financial income from the property, if any. satisfactory. The original During the years, the Bureau of Land Management and its prede- modified in 1959 to more a( cessor, the General Land Office, have made available to the state for eliminate the state's control park purposes, 24 areas of land totaling 5,707.92 acres. The lands are The Corps of Engineers all valuable to the state as part of the park system and add materially cost to the state, 191 acres to the recreation interests. County. The public use facid Some of the lands recently made available to the state are 38.68 acres The caretaker's home was of the Nestucca Sand Spit area, 80 acres at Illinois River State Park, Corps constructed a road to 715.82 acres at Bullards Beach, 120.23 acres at Loeb, 135.35 acres at car parking area, boat laun Pistol River, 147.98 acres at Susan Creek, 40 acres at Thomas Condon- two acres of lawn grass to John Day Fossil Beds, and 160 acres at Fort Rock through cooperation was added to the original IE of Lake County, or a total of 1,438.06 acres. The state provided the sanit this area. United States Bureau of Reclamation When the Corps of Engir Bonneville Dam on the Colt The United States Bureau of Reclamation, in connection with con- ville facility, in 1942 they g struction of reservoirs to store water for irrigation purposes, has made [ 28 1 available to the state many valuable recreation areas. On the shores of in that the myrtle tree is Lake Owyhee in Malheur County, the Bureau leased to the state 730 tate. It is known in this state acres for park purposes. The lease, dated April 28, 1958, is to run for a the manufacturing of novel- period of 50 years. sometimes bicolored, and of On the peninsula in Unity Lake in Baker County, a 39-acre park features and the high quality was constructed. Thirty acres of land was made available by the Bureau for beautiful furniture and of Reclamation and the local irrigation district. Entrance roads, car parking places, sanitary facilities and a boat launching ramp have been ?d under the WPA at Silver constructed. !s and shrubbery in the car Through the courtesy of the Bureau of Reclamation and Ochoco Irri- e the South Falls. This work gation District, the patrons of Ochoco Lake State Park make use of the tring the construction period. lake for boating, fishing and swimming. The park land was not acquired ier Caves in Central Oregon. from the Bureau. A swimming float was constructed at Ochoco Lake by the cave by the construction the Prineville-Crook County Chamber of Commerce by permission from trails over the loose rock and the local irrigation district. A letter of approval is dated March 26, 1957. riade it safe for the public to A new park of 365 acres has been constructed on the shores of Prineville Reservoir, south of the city of Prineville in Crook County. It is on land owned by the Bureau of Reclamation but leased to Crook Iureau of Land Management County on March 16, 1961, and subleased to the state on June 27, 1961, for a 50-year period. The sublease will expire March 16, 2011. The its predecessor, the General stipulations in the lease between the state and Crook County are the processed all applications for same as those contained in the agreement between Crook County and generous in supplying park the Bureau of Reclamation. Crook County constructed the park road and when the land and the use will maintain it, but the state is to construct the park facilities. ation Act. A few areas have United States Corps of Engineers have been made in the law lue is to be paid. In the years The U. S. Corps of Engineers, in connection with its many construc- [1 value for the timber but to tion projects pertaining to the rivers and harbors of this state, has con- lately 70% of the appraised structed several recreation projects. One of these is the park area on was reduced to $2.50 per acre. the shores of Fern Ridge Lake, which is a water storage and flood restrictions in the use of both control reservoir. Two recreation areas were facilitated, one at Perkins Peninsula and another at Richardson Point. Provisions were made for land must be used for recrea- boat launching docks, picnic facilities, entrance roads, car parking spaces, to filed plan. In cases where stoves, tables, trails and water and sanitary facilities. the timber is paid for in part These areas were turned over to the state for operation in 1951 under s for a period of 20 years. It a long-term lease agreement. Other than the vandalism which took rts to the Bureau covering the place during the first five years of operation, the area has been very y, if any. satisfactory. The original agreement relative to use of this area was L Management and its prede- modified in 1959 to more adequately cover the area now in use and to ide available to the state for eliminate the state's control of the water surface and other minor items. 3,707.92 acres. The lands are The Corps of Engineers also made available by lease in 1953, at no rk system and add materially cost to the state, 191 acres of land at Hat Rock State Park in Umatilla County. The public use facilities of this park are located on federal land. ble to the state are 38.68 acres The caretaker's home was constructed on state land. In 1959-60, the at Illinois River State Park, Corps constructed a road to the westerly side of the arm of the lake, a cres at Loeb, 135.35 acres at car parking area, boat launching ramp, foot bridge, and planted about 40 acres at Thomas Condon- two acres of lawn grass to stabilize the sand. The list of the facilities ort Rock through cooperation was added to the original lease agreement under Supplements 1 and 2. S. The state provided the sanitary facilities and irrigation system to serve this area. When the Corps of Engineers was rearranging the land ownership at Bonneville Dam on the Columbia River for construction of the Bonne- tion, in connection with con- ville facility, in 1942 they gave to the state for park purposes a 17.24- irrigation purposes, has made [ 29 ] - -1 -1 - - - - I04 1

acre tract lying between the highway and the Union Pacific Railroad. All of the highly used This was done to assure preservation of the natural features of the area. lands, as other lands do n The Corps of Engineers assisted the state in establishing the Detroit developments. Lake State Park by making available a portion of the land on which the park is located. The Corps of Engineers entered into an agreement USDA-United States Gra with the U. S. Forest Service whereby the Forest Service was the agency to negotiate and handle the agreement with the state. In Central Oregon, the to the state, to preserve th When planning for the realignment of the Union Pacific Railroad and on both sides of Highway the Interstate Highway 80N (Old Oregon Trail), the Corps approved, in 1960, and made plans for construction of a new park and rest area way 20 from Bend to Horse on account of on the arm of the lake formed by the John Day Dam on the Columbia private ow purchased. River at the mouth of the John Day River. The park area will be desirable for recreation purposes. The arm of the river extends eleven miles to the head of slack water, furnishing a large boating facility. United States Bureau of B The U. S. Bureau of Bi USDA-United States Forest Service special use permit on 138.! The U. S. Forest Service, in the mid-1920's, was very much interested Reservation, for a state par in park accomplishments, particularly the highway wayside preservation. After attempts to provide suitable legislation in Congress failed, United States Lighthouse ' the Forest Service set aside strips of forest lands to be preserved. These strips were set aside for two purposes-first, the preservation of the Land under the manage] natural beauty and scenic aspects of the forests, and second, to show surplus was obtained in 19. to the traveler some of the original timber stands which were fast of the Yaquina Bay Lighths disappearing. Another area of 7.49 aci Most of the forest land under the jurisdiction of the Forest Service is a part of the Heceta Head in the higher timbered areas of the state, such as the Cascade Mountains, Devil's Elbow State Park. the Blue Mountains and the Wallowa Mountains. An area of 975 acres The U. S. Forest Service has provided many forest parks for those without cost, in September who are interested in timbered areas for resting, fishing, hunting and by the Lighthouse Service. skiing. Inasmuch as the Forest Service does provide parks and other In 1939 an area of 110 places of recreation on their vast holdings, the state has not attempted was declared surplus. It v to duplicate park facilities within their boundaries, except in very rare Umpqua Lighthouse State I circumstances. In planning for the recreational use of the Detroit Lake area on lands United States Coast Guard owned by the Corps of Engineers and the U. S. Forest Service, negotiations were carried on with the Forest Service. This was because of an The U. S. Coast Guard agreement between the Forest Service and the Corps of Engineers for the use of 24.16 acres ad whereby the agency owning the greater portion of an area to be used Bureau of Biological Surve: for park purposes would handle negotiations for both agencies. The indefinite period of time a] agreement between the State Highway Department and the U. S. Forest mandant of the Coast Gua] Service is dated April 12, 1955, and is to run for a period of 30 years where one may watch the ! without cost. rocks. On this land is a vei The U. S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, cooperated by the tree was broken off mai leasing, without cost, to the state 2,988 acres of grazing land, a part of from below the break forn The Cove Palisades State Park as originally established. The Forest trunk is approximately 10 i Service has further cooperated in the transfer of the park facilities to to five feet. a new location on the shore of the new lake by deeding to the state any lands in that area above the project boundary for the development of United States Department the park. Five acres of Hilgard Junction State Park is U. S. Forest Service The U. S. Department land obtained under a special use permit. The Dark is located at Hilgard to the state, for park pur] Junction on the Grande Ronde River, west of La Grande, on Interstate declared surplus. This land Highway 80N. The cost was $4,362.06. Th [30] i the Union Pacific Railroad. All of the highly used skiing areas in Oregon are on national forest e natural features of the area. lands, as other lands do not possess sufficient snow to warrant skiing ate in establishing the Detroit developments. portion of the land on which *rs entered into an agreement USDA-United States Grazing Service Forest Service was the agency -i the state. In Central Oregon, the U. S. Grazing Service cooperated by leasing to the state, to preserve the old he Union Pacific Railroad and growth of juniper trees, strips of land Trail), the Corps approved, on both sides of Highway 126 from Sisters to Prineville, and on High- way of a new park and rest area 20 from Bend to Horse Ridge. There were many gaps in the strips on account [n Day Dam on the Columbia of private ownerships, a part of which have now been Aver. The park area will be purchased. n of the river extends eleven g a large boating facility. United States Bureau of Biological Survey The U. S. Bureau of Biological Survey was generous in granting a special use permit on 138.51 acres of land, a part of the Cape Meares '0's, was very much interested Reservation, for a state park. The permit is dated August 19, 1938. highway wayside preserva- egislation in Congress failed, United States Lighthouse Service lands to be preserved. These first, the preservation of the Land under the management of the U. S. Lighthouse Service declared forests, and second, to show surplus was obtained in 1934 without cost. It was a 32-acre tract, a part iber stands which were fast of the Yaquina Bay Lighthouse area which had been abandoned. Another area of 7.49 acres was obtained in 1935 without cost. It was Liction of the Forest Service is a part of the Heceta Head Lighthouse Reservation and is now a part of ich as the Cascade Mountains, Devil's Elbow State Park. ntains. An area of 975 acres at Cape Lookout State Park was acquired, many forest parks for those without cost, in September, 1935, after being declared surplus property resting, fishing, hunting and by the Lighthouse Service. toes provide parks and other In 1939 an area of 110 acres of the Umpqua Lighthouse Reservation ;, the state has not attempted was declared surplus. It was purchased by the state as a part of the undaries, except in very rare Umpqua Lighthouse State Park at a cost of $1,000. he Detroit Lake area on lands United States Coast Guard U. S. Forest Service, negotia- vice. This was because of an The U. S. Coast Guard issued a license, dated September 19, 1961, and the Corps of Engineers for the use of 24.16 acres adjoining on the south the land under the U. S. )ortion of an area to be used Bureau of Biological Survey lease at Cape Meares. The license is for an ions for both agencies. The indefinite period of time and may be revoked at the will of the Com- jartment and the U. S. Forest mandant of the Coast Guard. This area has a very unusual viewpoint run for a period of 30 years where one may watch the shore birds and view the ocean and offshore rocks. On this land is a very large and unusual spruce tree. The top of Forest Service, cooperated by the tree was broken off many years ago and large branches have grown res of grazing land, a pnrt of from below the break forming an inverted crab-like appearance. The ally established. The Forest trunk is approximately 10 feet in diameter and each branch from three isfer of the park facilities to to five feet. .e by deeding to the state any idary for the development of United States Department of Veterans Affairs

Park is U. S. Forest Service The U. S. Department of Veterans Affairs, in December 1956, sold rhe Dark is located at Hilgard to the state, for park purposes, 16.34 acres of land which had been t of La Grande, on Interstate declared surplus. This land is located at the Roseburg Veterans Facility. The cost was $4,362.06. This parcel of land had been cut off from the [ 31] MEMEMC-1 - . -1 - - - - __ -1 V - __ __ I

County were unable to recc main area of the facility by the location and construction of Interstate rolls. Then too, the stockmE Highway 5. of losing a large section of tl The state entered into an agreement with the City of Roseburg on original petition became opE May 5, 1958, for the city to make the park development. This arrange- Area. ment was approved by the federal authorities at the time the state The close of 1940 marl agreed to purchase the land. efforts in Curry County. The purpose of this acquisition was to avoid a problem of private to stir interest for a nationa access to the freeway should the agency sell the land to others. The cost suggesting a forested mounl of the land was small compared to what the state might have had to pay tain northeasterly. The ide< should it become necessary to purchase the right of access from a private The National Park Seri owner. State Park and in the repori changes in the plan and gE make the study as they we National Park Service work. Then too, it was tho The National Park Service has provided a great amount of help to a historical background wc Oregon, not only in the formation of state parks but also in the plan interests. of development and operation. The ideas behind the sponsoring of aid The report covers a co to states, other than financial, were first introduced by the late Stephen events of 1843 leading to a Mather, the first Director of the National Park Service (1916-1929). of Congress to establish ter The National Park Service has a cooperative arrangement in the ment over the vast Oregon i planning of state parks. It has in its Regional office a person designated The National Park Seri as Regional Chief of State Cooperation who acts as consultant. National Recreation Area a Help rendered by the Park Service is shown in many ways. For Coos Counties from the c instance, when lands are being obtained from the federal government Umpqua Lighthouse State I under the Recreational Act, regardless of which agency, the Park Service of land. The area contains is required to review the application and render a recreational report high, rolling, windblown sa thereon. to include three large fresh The Park Service was deeply concerned in the work done by the The area has the approv Civilian Conservation Corps, directing the activities and other associated for a National Recreation A interests. During the same period, the Park Service was constructing local residents and others b recreation demonstration areas (NIRA). The demonstration projects also opposed it because of t were established on large timbered areas of land suitable for youth timber-producing land. Coi camps. The latest and best obtainable plans were used in the camp close of 1962. construction. In Oregon, the Silver Falls Youth Camp was constructed as one of the projects. State Committees, Bo Two areas in Oregon which seemed to meet the requirements for a national park were seriously considered by the National Park Service. The Oregon State Parks, The first was an area in the Wallowa Mountains adjacent to the Snake or Commissions to aid and L River Canyon. These Oregon mountains are the most beautiful and spectacular scenic alpine areas in the northwest. The area was proposed Tree Planting Committee by the people of La Grande and nearby towns in 1929. The idea was The first was an Advisor never carried through because of the objections from stockmen. Grazing the Highway Commission o parks. The of stock is not permitted within the boundaries of national very able members. They X second was an area in Curry County which was proposed in 1936 as a Sweetser, Jesse A. Currey, National Recreation Area. It was considered and approved by the Committee served until 1921 Secretary of the Interior and the National Park Service. The United state well during the fast-c States Bureau of the Budget eliminated the provision of federal funds relative to parks in Oregoi of the land as was proposed in the bill introduced by to cover the cost the Legislature and among Senator Charles L. McNary of Oregon in May, 1940. It was expected that local interests would provide the funds for that purpose. The Highway Commission did not feel justified in acquiring the pronerty. The Governor I. L. Patters Local antagonism developed rapidly after the introduction of the bill. In July, 1929, Governor when it was learned that the proposal contained approximately 30,000 mission, composed of the mi acres of land and provided no funds for acquisition. The people of Curry [ 32 ] County were unable to reconcile the loss of so much land from the tax and construction of Interstate rolls. Then too, the stockmen were becoming irritated by the possibility of losing a large section of their grazing land. Many of the signers of the with the City of Roseburg on original petition became opposed to establishing the National Recreation i development. This arrange- Area. torities at the time the state The close of 1940 marked the completion of the National Park's efforts in Curry County. The State Parks Superintendent attempted o avoid a problem of private to stir interest for a national park in Tillamook and Clatsop Counties by 11 the land to others. The cost suggesting a forested mountain range running from Neahkahnie Moun- Le state might have had to pay tain northeasterly. The idea was never accepted. right of access from a private The National Park Service made a historical study of Champoeg State Park and in the report recommended enlargement of the park and changes in the plan and general use. The Park Service was asked to make the study as they were experienced and well equipped for such work. Then too, it was thought that a study by an outside group with ed a great amount of help to a historical background would be more acceptable to the many local te parks but also in the plan interests. behind the sponsoring of aid The report covers a complete history of the park, including the ritroduced by the late Stephen events of 1843 leading to a provisional government and the petitioning Park Service (1916-1929). of Congress to establish territorial government and later state govern- )perative arrangement in the ment over the vast Oregon country. )nal office a person designated The National Park Service, in 1959, started a study of a possible to acts as consultant. National Recreation Area along the Oregon coast in Lane, Douglas and s shown in many ways. For Coos Counties from the Siuslaw River south to and including the from the federal government Umpqua Lighthouse State Park, comprising approximately 35,000 acres which agency, the Park Service of land. The area contains approximately 25 miles of sandy beach and I render a recreational report high, rolling, windblown sand dunes extending back from the seashore to include three large fresh-water lakes and timberland. led in the work done by the The area has the approval of the National Park Advisory Committee activities and other associated for a National Recreation Area. The proposal was strongly opposed by 'ark Service was constructing local residents and others because of tax reasons. The timber interests The demonstration projects also opposed it because of the taking out of production a large block of [s of land suitable for youth timber-producing land. Congress had not acted on the proposal at the ilans were used in the camp close of 1962. Youth Camp was constructed State Committees, Boards and Commissions P meet the requirements for a )y the National Park Service. The Oregon State Parks, through the years, has had five Committees untains adjacent to the Snake or Commissions to aid and advise in the state park work. are the most beautiful and Tiwest. The area was proposed Tree Planting Committee towns in 1929. The idea was The first was an Advisory Committee on Tree Planting, appointed by tions from stockmen. Grazing the Highway Commission on September 26, 1924, and composed of five daries of national parks. The very able members. They were Professor G. R. Hyslop, Professor A. R. ch was proposed in 1936 as a Sweetser, Jesse A. Currey, A. L. Peck and C. N. Granger. This first Ldered and approved by the Committee served until 1929. Their interests were broad and served the al Park Service. The United state well during the fast-changing times, in the transition of thinking he provision of federal funds relative to parks in Oregon and the building of support for parks in used in the bill introduced by the Legislature and among the leading people of the state. May, 1940. It was expected funds for that purpose. The I in acquiring the pronerty. The Governor I. L. Patterson Commission ,er the introduction of the bill. In July, 1929, Governor I. L. Patterson appointed an Advisory Com- ntained approximately 30,000 mission, composed of the members of the Highway Commission and two iuisition. The people of Curry [33] rrv _ _ -_--_

former members. They were H. B. Van Duzer of Portland, C. E. Gates under the work of the comr of Medford, Robert W. Sawyer of Bend, R. A. Booth of Eugene and following resolutions adopter William Duby of Baker. This Commission met one time only, on July 24, "2. The committee decic 1929, at which time it set up rules to guide the Commission in the selection of sites, etc. These rules have guided the acquisition of lands as of primary importance. It through the years. a. The preparation ( ficance of the sci the layman. This The Governor Julius L. Meier Commission of the following c After the election in 1930, Governor Julius L. Meier had many (1) Geologic inte requests relating to state parks and the preservation of the natural, (2) Paleontologic timbered roadside areas, particularly the strips along the Crater Lake (3) Chapter on it Highway in the vicinity of Prospect in Jackson County. Leighton, Lu After an inspection trip of the Crater Lake Highway, accompanied b. Recommended th by the Highway Commission and fifteen other people, the Governor establish a parkb decided to appoint a State Parks Advisory Commission. This was done under considerati May 17, 1933. Those named to the Commission were A. R. Watzek, worked out with I acting Chairman, John Yeon, Rodney Glisan and Mrs. A. E. Rockey, all the program to th from Portland. The Advisory Commission met with the Highway Commission on "3. Dr. J. C. Merriam, i June 27, 1933, at which time the advisory group outlined its views, campus and discussed the prn which were not altogether satisfactory to the Highway Commission. rators. He also conferred wi There is no record of further meetings or actions of the Parks and Boardman presenting tf Commission. the John Day Parkway. Vat of needed areas for additiot Oregon State Board of Higher Education Advisory Committee on State were discussed at length. I Parks enthusiastic and extremely committee. In 1942 the Oregon State Board of Higher Education, possibly through the urging of Dr. John C. Merriam, educator, geologist and a "The Columbia Gorge an( writer on the subject of parks and a member of the staff of the Cali- as work in the John Day are, fornia Institute of Technology, formed what was called an Advisory Dr. W. D. Smith has a mar important initial step in the Committee on State Parks. This Committee was composed of staff members from the University of Oregon, Oregon State College (now cation of the Committee on tl Oregon State University), California Institute of Technology, University out. of California and one from Crater Lake National Park. "The cooperative study o tion, started some years ago The following report by Dean R. W. Leighton to Dr. F. M. Hunter, remains under Crater Lake E Chancellor of the Oregon State System of Higher Education, tells the recent visit to the Universit' story of their interests and progress: project and secured the coop "This report has been delayed until a statement of definite progress Klamath Falls in the interprE could be submitted. This can now be done with reference to It was felt that Mrs. Payne w, 1. Actual work achieved by the committee aspects of the character of th 2. Program of work of the committee scientists saw it at only certai 3. Discussion of the projected program by Dr. J. C. Merriam and "Howell Williams has pu representatives of the Oregon State Highway Commission on the Story of Crater Lake. "1. The committee met at the University of Oregon on June 15, 1942, Man and Crater Lake, for 1 with Drs. Merriam, Stock and Buwalda of California Institute of Tech- printed and distributed to vis nology, Allison and Packard of Oregon State, Smith and Cressman of "This report covers the mz the University of Oregon, Boardman of the State Park Commission, Advisory Board on Education. Ruhle of Crater Lake Park personnel, and the Chairman present. activities have gone on, each Williams and Chaney of the University of California could not attend. the gradual advancement of t "The committee explored the present situation in Oregon and dis- The Oregon State Board cussed at length and in detail the parts of the state which should come on State Parks does not seem [ 34 ] zer of Portland, C. E. Gates under the work of the committee. Its decisions are summarized in the J. A. Booth of Eugene and following resolutions adopted by the committee. Let one time only, on July 24, "2. The committee decided to concentrate on the John Day region tide the Commission in the as of primary importance. Its decisions set up these main lines of action: ded the acquisition of lands a. The preparation of a book on the area to interpret the significance of the scientific and human aspects of the area for the layman. This book is now in preparation. It will consist of the following chapters: Julius L. Meier had many (1) Geologic interpretation, John P. Buwalda preservation of the natural, (2) Paleontologic interpretation, Chester Stock trips along the Crater Lake (3) Chapter on influence of the area on man's history, R. W. son County. Leighton, Luther Cressman. Lake Highway, accompanied b. Recommended that the Oregon State Highway Commission other people, the Governor establish a parkway under the O.S.H.C. through the area Commission. This was done under consideration. The details of the project were to be nission were A. R. Watzek, worked out with the O.S.H.C. Dr. Merriam agreed to present n and Mrs. A. E. Rockey, all the program to the O.S.H.C. for consideration.

-te Highway Commission on "3. Dr. J. C. Merriam, in October, 1942, again visited the Oregon *y group outlined its views, campus and discussed the progress of the program with various collabo- ) the Highway Commission. rators. He also conferred with Messrs. Cabell of the O.S.H.C., Baldock s or actions of the Parks and Boardman presenting the program proposed by the committee for the John Day Parkway. Various aspects of the problems of acquisition of needed areas for additional parks, administration of the area, etc. Ldvisory Committee on State were discussed at length. Dr. Merriam reports that these men were enthusiastic and extremely friendly to the program proposed by the committee. Higher Education, possibly "The Columbia Gorge and Oregon Coast projects will be followed up m, educator, geologist and a as work in the John Day area is brought toward a conclusion. However, ber of the staff of the Cali- Dr. W. D. Smith has a manuscript on the Oregon Coast which is an hat was called an Advisory important initial step in the program for that area. Suggested amplifi- ttee was composed of staff cation of the Committee on the Columbia Gorge has not yet been carried Oregon State College (now out. ite of Technology, University tional Park. "The cooperative study of the Crater Lake area and its interpretation, started some years ago by Dr. Merriam with scientists, of human eighton to Dr. F. M. Hunter, remains under Crater Lake pumice has progressed. Dr. Merriam on his ! Higher Education, tells the recent visit to the University of Oregon gave further attention to this project and secured the cooperation of Mrs. Frank A. (Doris) Payne of tatement of definite progress Klamath Falls in the interpretation of the human values of Crater Lake. with reference to It was felt that Mrs. Payne was in a position to call attention to changing imittee aspects of the character of the Lake, for example in winter, whereas the ee scientists saw it at only certain periods of the year. am by Dr. J. C. Merriam and "Howell Williams has published an excellent book for the layman ate Highway Commission on the Story of Crater Lake. Cressman has prepared a brochure, Early Man and Crater Lake, for the National Park Service which will be y of Oregon on June 15, 1942, printed and distributed to visitors at the Park after the war. California Institute of Tech- :ate, Smith and Cressman of "This report covers the main points in the progress of the work of the the State Park Commission, Advisory Board on Educational Problems of Oregon. Many other detailed and the Chairman present. activities have gone on, each having to do with those main points and California could not attend. the gradual advancement of the program." situation in Oregon and dis- The Oregon State Board of Higher Education Advisory Committee the state which should come on State Parks does not seem to have had approval of the State Highway E 35 1 ' II ~i V1I UI1ffl~iiT T~.imrinnuiiimiI

Commission, but it is clear that the Commission did have knowledge of "6. To prepare recomi its existence and the work planned by the committee. chinery is needed, if any, There is no information as to the length of time the committee of state parks under the H operated or its final accomplishments. Many of the state par] trips around the state. S State Parks Study Committee and Advisory Committee examined on a trip into t Prior to 1950, a feeling was developing among many people of the supervisors were question state and groups that the parks were not being properly managed by phases of development, etc. the Highway Commission. These people believed, however erroneous A trip was made into it may have been, that the Highway Commission had an improper con- examined and the State F ceptions of parks. At the end of the year 1954 a demand became great questioned in great detail for a separate parks organization and the Governor became concerned and methods of procedure about the problem. Therefore, Governor Paul Patterson, on April 19, Upon their return, put 1955, with the approval of the State Highway Commission, requested expression of opinions by the Advisory Committee on Travel Information, a group of 12 men and discussions were had l from various sections of the state, with Mr. William M. Tugman, Chair- staff members. Data was man, to assume the task of evaluating the State Parks of Oregon in nation. relation to the States of California and Washington and make certain A report recommendations relating to the future of the Oregon State Parks. of the Committ on July Excerpts from the letter sent to the members of the Travel Advisory 16, 1956. In this Committee are as follows: made: "That so long "As you are aware, there has been considerable public demand for as the sta way revenue, jurisdiction the creation of a new separate parks department in the state of Oregon, sl to be financed through some facet of the motor vehicle revenues. This "That the Highway Com feeling has been transmitted to the Legislature. It was my thinking ment by the Governor, an that we should not create this separate board or commission and start broad public interests, who dividing any of the motor vehicle revenues, be they gasoline or drivers to function as an agency of license fees, or what have you, until we have made some effort to "That the advisory boar answer the public demands through the agencies now in existence. (1) Conduct hearing . . . All this could be accomplished without diverting the motor (2) vehicle fund to channels, which I feel inevitably will bring about need- Recommend acqt less duplication and expense. (3) Assume such dut (4) Assist in the fort . . . if it is determined there is a real need for a separate parks (5) Conduct legislat department, you could make such a recommendation much more intelli- Assembly any nE ge'ntlv Rfter dealing with the problem for a biennium, than is possible taining to the Or at this time." The committee agreed to do the work and on May 23, 1955, adopted "That the advisory boar( the following plan: (1) Classification of "1. To ascertain what other states are doing in the development and park system. management of state park systems. (2) Methods of finani "2. To compile a summary statement of the present status of the (3) Continuing revie state parks in Oregon-number, locations, character of facilities, etc. development. (4) Policies concerni "3. To prepare a breakdown showing the expenditures, past and present, on the Oregon parks. area acquisition. (5) Policies concernii a. For maintenance organization and b. For management agencies. c. For acquisition and planning (6) Coordination of p and local park "4. To prepare plans for publicizing the state parks with the idea de (7) ImDroved public of increasing use by the traveling public. (8) Policies concernir "5. To arrange hearings to learn the public's desires with reference at parks or areas to state parks. interest. [36 1 ssion did have knowledge of "6. To prepare recommendations with reference to what new ma- committee. chinery is needed, if any, for the future development and management igth of time the committee of state parks under the Highway Commission, or otherwise." Many of the state parks were examined by the committee on two trips around the state. Sixteen of the California coastal parks were y Committee examined on a trip into that state. The California park officials and supervisors were questioned to determine the reasons behind certain among many people of the phases of development, etc. being properly managed by celieved, however erroneous A trip was made into Western Washington, where 12 parks were fission had an improper con- examined and the State Parks Director, Supervisors and others were 1954 a demand became great questioned in great detail to ascertain the reason why certain features Governor became concerned and methods of procedure were followed. Paul Patterson, on April 19, Upon their return, public hearings were held in Portland for an away Commission, requested expression of opinions by various people and groups. Many meetings mation, a group of 12 men and discussions were had with the State Parks Superintendent and his . William M. Tugman, Chair- staff members. Data was obtained from many states throughout the ke State Parks of Oregon in nation. Tashington and make certain A report of the Committee's findings and recommendations was made of the Oregon State Parks. on July 16, 1956. In this report the following recommendations were Lbers of the Travel Advisory made: "That so long as the state park system is financed solely from high- isiderable public demand for way revenue, jurisdiction should remain with the Highway Commission. tment in the state of Oregon, "That the Highway Commission nominate, for approval and appoint- motor vehicle revenues. This ment by the Governor, an advisory board, of citizens representative of slature. It was my thinking broad public interests, whose achievements command wide confidence, iard or commission and start to function as an agency of the Highway Commission. s, be they gasoline or drivers e have made some effort to "That the advisory board be given authority to: rencies now in existence. (1) Conduct hearings concerning park matters without diverting the motor (2) Recommend acquisitions and program projects 'itably will bring about need- (3) Assume such duties as may be assigned by the commission (4) Assist in the formation of division policies and budget Lal need for a separate parks (5) Conduct legislative studies and suggest to the Legislative mendation much more intelli- Assembly any needed additions to, or revisions of laws per- a biennium, than is possible taining to the Oregon park system.

"That the advisory board undertake studies relative to: and on May 23, 1955, adopted (1) Classification of sites suitable for incorporation into the state doing in the development and park system. (2) Methods of financing the state park system. (3) Continuing review of division's 20-Year Program of park of the ; of the present status development. character of facilities, etc. (4) Policies concerning intensification of the program of park g the expenditures, past and area acquisition. (5) Policies concerning intensification of the program of park organization and providing limited technical aid to such agencies. (6) Coordination of programs and cooperation with federal, state and local park departments and agencies. the state parks with the idea (7) ImDroved public relations, publicity and advertising. (8) Policies concerning employment of naturalists and geologists public's desires with reference at parks or areas where such services would be in the public interest. [37] __- - _ LI,_ -I I I I Ib I

"That the program hereby recommended be subject to legislative Commission. Beginning review after a period of four years." funds for an Executive S As a result of the previously mentioned studies, on August 8, 1957, The State Highway C the Oregon State Highway Commission recommended and the Governor amount again in 1959, m appointed a Parks Advisory Committee composed of six able men sition of park lands in representing different sections of the state to follow out the suggestions subject to the recommend included in the study report of July 16, 1956. of the Parks Superintenc The Committee was composed of William Tugman, Reedsport; Robert The purpose of the Co B. Frazier, Eugene; Glenn Jackson, Medford; A. D. Collier, Klamath the Gorge by public ownE Falls; V. W. McCormack, Pendleton; and George Henderson of Portland. ever means possible." Mr. Tugman was elected Chairman and Mr. Henderson Vice-Chairman The Gorge Commissi of the Parks Advisory Committee. On May 4, 1959, Glenn Jackson to accomplish its purpose retired to become Highway Commissioner and Sidney Bazett of Grants 1. Public ownership Pass was appointed on May 4, 1959, to replace him. from recreation, scenic ai Mr. V. W. McCormack, who passed away in January, 1960, was 2. Management, dev( replaced by Charles Reynolds of La Grande on March 10, 1960. On the controlling objective August 18, 1960, Robert Frazier resigned and was replaced by Loran scenic and historic values Stewart of Cottage Grove on September 26. On May 26, 1961, William 3. Cooperative agreei Tugman, deceased, was replaced by Lestle J. Sparks of Salem. Also, in measures to control uses May, 1961, Don McGregor of Grants Pass was appointed as a replace- interfere with natural scE ment of Signey Bazett, who resigned after his election to the State The Gorge Commissioi Legislature. area as extending from In May, 1962, Charles Reynolds of La Grande resigned and Ernest area the primary zone o Fatland of Condon was appointed as a replacement. State Park (approximate] The Committee, as of December 31, 1962, is Loran L. Stewart, Chair- on the west by the Sand man; Lestle J. Sparks, Salem; George Henderson, Portland; Ernest and on the south by the ( Fatland, Condon; Alfred D. Collier, Klamath Falls; and Don McGregor. Sandy River. Grants Pass. This primary zone in The 1959 Legislature changed the name of the State Parks Division breakdown of this total sl by inserting the word "Recreation," making the name State Parks and 1,000 Bureau of Land lN Recreation Division. The State Parks Advisory Committee's name was rights of way for highm accordingly changed to State Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee. private. The Advisory Committee has been very active in the interest of the Since the start of the state parks, studying and analyzing the park problem as it relates to 1951, some 3,170 acres ha' State purchase the needs of the public. In addition to the regular duties relating to 840, dona park problems, the Committee met with every County Court in the state Bureau of Land Manag during the years 1958-59, discussing the state park problems, their National Forest 1,025 a value of these acquisition limitations, etc., and urged each county to establish county park organi- In addition, there zations to satisfy the local needs. The result was that 26 counties now are at attempted have a park setup for the purpose of furthering the recreational interests to purchase, I holding at prices in exce of their people. The Committee members have been generous with their Hood time in this service for which they receive no compensation other than National Forest is the satisfaction of a job well done. land exchanges. In addition to the foreg shin, the following major Columbia River Gorge Commission of the Gorge Commission: The "Save the Gorge" Committee of the Portland Women's Forum 1. That part of the G urged, and the 1953 Legislature approved, an Act creating the Columbia been zoned against indisc River Gorge Commission. Members of this Commission were Mrs. ments, billboards, hot-dog Gertrude Jensen of Portland, Chairman, George D. Ruby of Portland 2. The Interstate Hig] and Dan L. Pierson of Hood River, all serving without compensation. and the Scenic Highway Mr. Pierson resigned in 1962 and Roy Webster of Hood River was west to Dabney State Pa appointed. No funds, however, were allocated for use by the Gorge the State Scenic Area CE r 38 ] ded be subject to legislative Commission. Beginning in 1957, the Legislature appropriated sufficient funds for an Executive Secretary. id studies, on August 8, 1957, The State Highway Commission set aside $50,000 in 1955 and a like commended and the Governor amount again in 1959, making a total of $100,000, to be used for acqui- composed of six able men sition of park lands in the Columbia River Gorge. Acquisitions are to follow out the suggestions subject to the recommendations of the Gorge Commission and approval 56. of the Parks Superintendent and the Highway Commission. The purpose of the Columbia River Gorge Commission is "to preserve m Tugman, Reedsport; Robert the Gorge by public ownership of its scenic aspects and beauty by what- ford; A. D. Collier, Klamath ever means possible." leorge Henderson of Portland. Jr. Henderson Vice-Chairman The Gorge Commission adopted the following three-point program May 4, 1959, Glenn Jackson to accomplish its purpose: and Sidney Bazett of Grants 1. Public ownership of Gorge lands which are of most importance lace him. from recreation, scenic and historic viewpoints. away in January, 1960, was 2. Management, development and use of these public lands with rnde on March 10, 1960. On the controlling objective of preserving and enhancing their recreation, I and was replaced by Loran scenic and historic values. l6. On May 26, 1961, William 3. Cooperative agreements, zoning ordinances and other practicable z J. Sparks of Salem. Also, in measures to control uses of private lands so they will not unnecessarily s was appointed as a replace- interfere with natural scenic conditions. fter his election to the State The Gorge Commission has defined the overall Columbia River Gorge area as extending from Celilo west to the Sandy River. Within this i Grande resigned and Ernest area the primary zone of interest is bounded on the east by Wygant )lacement. State Park (approximately four miles west of the town of Hood River), 32, is Loran L. Stewart, Chair- on the west by the Sandy River, on the north by the Columbia River, Henderson, Portland; Ernest and on the south by the Columbia River watershed line exclusive of the ath Falls; and Don McGregor. Sandy River. This primary zone includes roughly 100,000 acres. A rounded-off ie of the State Parks Division breakdown of this total shows 77,000 acres of national forest, 4,000 state, ing the name State Parks and 1,000 Bureau of Land Management, 1,000 Hood River County, 2,000 visory Committee's name was rights of way for highway and railroads, and the remaining 15,000 Ecreation Advisory Committee. private. Since the start of the accelerated "Save the Gorge" movement in -y active in the interest of the 1951, some 3,170 acres have been acquired by public agencies as follows: park problem as it relates to State purchase 840, donations to the state 220, land exchanges by the the regular duties relating to Bureau of Land Management 947, exchanges by the Mount Hood very County Court in the state National Forest 1,025 and by Hood River County 140 acres. The .e state park problems, their value of these acquisitions is over three-quarters of a million dollars. establish county park organi- In addition, there are at present some 500 acres which the state has sult was that 26 counties now attempted to purchase, but the owners are unwilling to sell or are ering the recreational interests holding at prices in excess of the appraised value. Also, the Mount have been generous with their Hood National Forest is planning to acquire some 2,000 acres through re no compensation other than land exchanges. In addition to the foregoing transfers of private land to public owner- shin, the following major developments have occurred since the creation of the Gorge Commission: the Portland Women's Forum 1. That part of the Gorge which is within Multnomah County has an Act creating the Columbia been zoned against indiscriminate commercial and industrial develop- this Commission were Mrs. ments, billboards, hot-dog stands, etc. George D. Ruby of Portland 2. The Interstate Highway 80N from Celilo west to the Sandy River serving without compensation. and the Scenic Highway (old Columbia River Highway) from Dodson Webster of Hood River was west to Dabney State Park have been established as Scenic Areas by located for use by the Gorge the State Scenic Area Commission. Along these highways, except at [ 39] exempted locations, no new billboards may be constructed and existing Highway Commission. Th ones must be removed by July 19, 1969. land of equal value in Dou 3. The State Parks and Recreation Division has developed and is Oregon State Game Comm developing camping, picnicking and viewpoints at important locations in the Gorge, such as Chanticleer Point, Lewis and Clark, Latourell Good fishing in streams Falls, Koberg Beach and Rooster Rock. ties of the Oregon State GE 4. Statements have been secured from some owners of land in the by the Game Commission Gorge indicating their interest in the program and intention of managing each year for park patro their lands so as to retain their scenic qualities. those who indulge in the s] Fishing is one of the lea in parks and accounts for State Board of Forestry areas. Many boat ramps I Several parcels of land have been obtained from the State Board of sion, a few of which are ir Forestry, two of which have been gifts. The Jackson F. Kimball Park on the upper Rogue River in Klamath County was donated in 1955. It is a pine-timbered area of near Gold Hill on Interstal 19 acres located three miles north of Fort Klamath. It contains a large In 1962 the State Gal spring which is the headwaters of Wood River, a stream noted for its purposes, 460 acres of lan transparency and deep blue coloration. Coast Highway at the The other gift was in 1958 and is Loeb State Park of 160 acres, L-shaped lake has a backi located on both sides of the Chetco River approximately eight miles well supplied with fish. T northeast of Brookings in Curry County. The tract was originally given to add to the facilities no, to the Board of Forestry by Alfred A. Loeb of Portland, who requested landing dock, picnic facilit it be named Loeb Park. It is a beautifully timbered area of maple, myrtle and fir, offering a fine picnic area on the north side of the river Oregon State Fish Commi adjoining the county highway. The Oregon State Fish Purchase of a 48-acre tract in Hood River County as a part of the Commission in August, 19 Seneca Fouts Memorial Park was made in March, 1959, at a price of of Benson Park. It is locat $2,635. This area straightened the park boundary. the Union Pacific Railroai In Tillamook County a land exchange was made in 1951 whereby the lake which is to be used it Parks Division gave to the Board of Forestry 4,595 acres of burnt-over of young fish. The Fish ( land along the Wilson River and Sunset Highways in exchange for 111 pool level several feet. acres of heavily timbered land on the west side of the Oregon Coast Highway. Also received in the exchange was 32 acres of Board of State Land Board Forestry land lying between the Wilson River Highway and the Wilson Through the years the River. This land was included in the transaction to eliminate the Board's butions to the state parks holdings in this narrow strip. The exchange was made because the burnt-over lands could be managed more economically by the Board of gift in 1931 of 40 acres Forestry, and still retain their aesthetic values, along with the thousands Wayside. The other was a of acres owned by the Board in this area. The timberland made a in Saddle Mountain Park valuable addition to the Oswald West State Park. before title was transferre The Land Board was a] In 1948 the Board of Forestry was given a lease on 0.581 acre of land at Wallowa Lake Park on which to construct a fire warden's head- obtainable by the Highwa, quarters. The lease runs from August 1, 1948, to July 31, 1963, and then deeding it to the Coi such as the Redmond-Ben may be canceled after December 31, 1949, by paying to the State Forester the sum of $333.33 for each year of unexpired lease. There is The Land Board made no stipulation as to extending the lease. of land to the Commissior Another lease on a site of 1.7 acres of land at Casey Park in Jackson of $4,643.60: County was entered into on August 1, 1948. This lease is to run for a 1931 Roberl period of 15 years and may be canceled after December 31, 1949, by 1941 Cove I paying $266.66 per year of unexpired term. 1942 Lewis In the Tillamook County section of the H. B. Van Duzer Forest 1946 Lewis Corridor, the Commission gave a deed, dated May 19, 1939, to the State 1962 Nestuc Board of Forestry for 1.8 acres of land on which to build a fireguard station. Should this use of the area cease, then title is to revert to the Tol [ 40 ] De constructed and existing Highway Commission. This parcel of land was given in exchange for land of equal value in Douglas County. ision has developed and is ints at important locations Oregon State Game Commission ,ewis and Clark, Latourell Good fishing in streams in state parks can be attributed to the activities of the Oregon State Game Commission. Every effort has been made Dme owners of land in the by the Game Commission to provide a good stock of fish in the streams Land intention of managing each year for park patrons. Fishing provides delightful interest for those who indulge in the sport. Fishing is one of the leading attractions in water-associated activities in parks and accounts for a large portion of the attendance at many areas. Many boat ramps have been constructed by the Game Commis- Ad from the State Board of sion, a few of which are in state parks, such as one at McLeod Wayside ^ Jackson F. Kimball Park on the upper Rogue River and another at Ben Hur Lampman Wayside is a pine-timbered area of near Gold Hill on Interstate Highway 5. amath. It contains a large In 1962 the State Game Commission gave to the state, for park jer, a stream noted for its purposes, 460 acres of land fronting on Eel Lake, adjoining the Oregon Coast Highway at the Coos-Douglas County line. The beautiful, State Park of 160 acres, L-shaped lake has a background setting of young, green fir trees. It is approximately eight miles well supplied with fish. The State Parks and Recreation Division plans * tract was originally given to add to the facilities now in place at this park by providing a boat- )f Portland, who requested landing dock, picnic facilities and, possibly, overnight camping facilities. timbered area of maple, the north side of the river Oregon State Fish Commission The Oregon State Fish Commission leased from the State Highway Xr County as a part of the Commission in August, 1959, a 20-acre tract of land immediately west Vlarch, 1959, at a price of of Benson Park. It is located between the Columbia River Highway and idary. the Union Pacific Railroad right of way. The area contains a natural made in 1951 whereby the lake which is to be used in an experimental project for the propagation 4,595 acres of burnt-over of young fish. The Fish Commission will clear this lake and raise the iways in exchange for 111 pool level several feet. side of the Oregon Coast vas 32 acres of Board of State Land Board r Highway and the Wilson on to eliminate the Board's Through the years the State Land Board has made valuable contri- le was made because the butions to the state parks by donating two parcels of land. One was a nomically by the Board of gift in 1931 of 40 acres of forest land in the Blue Mountain Forest ;, along with the thousands Wayside. The other was a gift in 1935 of 1,402 acres of logged-off land The timberland made a in Saddle Mountain Park. The logging was completed several years ark. before title was transferred to the State Highway Commission. i a lease on 0.581 acre of The Land Board was also instrumental in obtaining federal land, not ruct a fire warden's head- obtainable by the Highway Commission, at a price of $2.50 per acre and '48, to July 31, 1963, and then deeding it to the Commission for park purposes at the same cost, by paying to the State such as the Redmond-Bend Juniper Wayside of 635 acres. unexpired lease. There is The Land Board made further contributions by selling several acres of land to the Commission for park purposes as follows at a total cost at Casey Park in Jackson of $4,643.60: This lease is to run for a 1931 Robert W. Sawyer Park 40 acres er December 31, 1949, by 1941 Cove Palisades Park 320 " 1942 Lewis and Clark Park 2 " H. B. Van Duzer Forest 1946 Lewis and Clark Park 2 " May 19, 1939, to the State 1962 Nestucca Sand Spit 117 " rhich to build a fireguard en title is to revert to the Total 481 acres 1 41] I

Others Louis W. Hill Family The Louis W. Hill fami] Borax Consolidated, Limited of London from many years back whei The Borax Consolidated, Limited of London, England, signed a deed Northern Railroad and a ch on September 7, 1950, donating to the state for park purposes 304 acres the Netarts Bay Sand Spit of land north of Brookings in Curry County. This is an extraordinary ground. The area, at that tii area offering superb views of the sea and stately offshore rocks. The of a coastal wonderland. Le two miles of magnificent coast line includes Cape Ferrelo and Whales a premier state park-one t Head, both promontories at the ocean shore. views from its long, sharp extending out to sea a dista In 1950, Commissioner Milo McIver carried and personally presented nesting and resting ground a letter of appreciation to the Borax Consolidated, Limited of London. timbered portion is a wild a The letter expressed the appreciation of the State Highway Commission and oysters abound. and the people of Oregon for the gift of the large tract of land, now a part of the beautiful Samuel H. Boardman State Park. The letter further The family interest is f expressed the thought that the gift was the first land to be given to the Maud Hill Family Foundati state for a park by an alien owner. park purposes, on which ma date the thousands of annm The land had been owned by the Borax Consolidated since the early was held on September 23, 1 1880's, when it had been acquired because of the finding of borax under of Cape Lookout State Park the surface. Many prospect tunnels were constructed, all of which have Negotiations have been c since collapsed. 495 acres of the spit to the A plaque was installed on a large rock at the car parking area west action makes it possible to of the highway near Lone Ranch Creek and dedicated on May 10, 1962, interesting, primitive, wild] commemorating the gift. The inscription is as follows: space for visitor parking an( THIS LOCATION APPROXIMATELY THE CENTER OF TWO MILES OF SPECTACULAR OCEAN COAST LINE Portland General Electric ( A PORTION OF The Portland General E SAMUEL H. BOARDMAN STATE PARK structing a dam across the known as Round Butte Dam WAS DONATED TO THE PEOPLE OF OREGON BY The lake formed by the BORAX CONSOLIDATED, LIMITED Palisades State Park. Plan. PREDECESSOR TO approximately one mile wes UNITED STATES BORAX & CHEMICAL CORPORATION near the Deschutes River. T SEPTEMBER 1950 lar site was made after a tl were drilled to determine if Idaho Power Company beyond, the 150-foot depth cause land slides when the] The Idaho Power Company of Boise, Idaho, has been a cooperative found which would produce concern. The firm gave to the state, for park purposes, a 50-acre tract The Commission acceptec of land which included the major part of Farewell Bend State Park plus the cost of planning th bordering on the Snake River and on Interstate 80N at the Baker- drilling. In addition, Portlai Malheur County line. a satisfactory road into the The backwater from Brownlee Dam, built by the Idaho Power satisfactory figure. Company near the old community of Brownlee, extends upstream An elevation of 1,945 fe approximately two miles past the park. It provides a stabilized water set as the park boundary lin surface at the park and a twenty-mile pool for boaters and fishermen. line was deeded to the Por The Idaho Power Company also provided for a recreation study of land above this contour linE the Snake River Canyon from Farewell Bend Park to Lewiston, Idaho. June, July and September, The study was made by J. Haslett Bell of Portland in 1956-57. The relocation of the county road report called attention to several sites on each side of the canyon which County. could be utilized for park purposes or boat launching facilities after the The large lake reaches several lakes were raised to normal pool level. Rivers and forms an excellei [ 42 l The Louis W. Hill family interest in Netarts Bay Sand Spit stems from many years back when Louis W. Hill, Sr., developer of the Great on, England, signed a deed Northern Railroad and a champion of the Pacific Northwest, purchased or park purposes 304 acres the Netarts Bay Sand Spit in Tillamook County for a private hunting . This is an extraordinary ground. The area, at that time, gave the young family a first-hand view tately offshore rocks. The of a coastal wonderland. Later, this delightful area was developed into Cape Ferrelo and Whales a premier state park-one that displays some of Oregon's finest coastal views from its long, sharp cape rising from 500 to 800 feet high and extending out to sea a distance of 11/2 miles. This cape furnishes ideal d and personally presented nesting and resting grounds for the many sea birds in the area. The idated, Limited of London. timbered portion is a wild animal habitat. In the bay, waterfowl, clams State Highway Commission and oysters abound. large tract of land, now a The family interest is further demonstrated by the Louis W. and ate Park. The letter further Maud Hill Family Foundation's gift to the state of 175 acres of land, for irst land to be given to the park purposes, on which many developments may be made to accommodate the thousands of annual visitors. Public dedication of this tract onsolidated since the early was held on September 23, 1954, as "Louis W. Hill State Park," a section the finding of borax under of Cape Lookout State Park. [structed, all of which have Negotiations have been completed transferring title to the remaining 495 acres of the spit to the Parks and Recreation Division. This trans- I the car parking area west action makes it possible to permanently preserve the entire spit as an dedicated on May 10, 1962, interesting, primitive, wildlife sanctuary, as well as providing ample [s follows: space for visitor parking and use. J THE CENTER OF IEAN COAST LINE Portland General Electric Company The Portland General Electric Company is in the process of con- SATE PARK structing a dam across the Deschutes River in Jefferson County. It is known as Round Butte Dam. OF OREGON BY The lake formed by the dam will flood the present site of The Cove LIMITED Palisades State Park. Plans are now in progress for moving the park B approximately one mile west to a site on the shore of the proposed lake SAL CORPORATION near the Deschutes River. The decision to move the park to this particular site was made after a thorough study of the area. Three test holes were drilled to determine if soils between the surface and down to, and beyond, the 150-foot depth contained unstable material which might cause land slides when the pool is raised to normal level. Nothing was rho, has been a cooperative found which would produce suspected land movement. k purposes, a 50-acre tract The Commission accepted, on September 30, 1960, an offer of $350,000 Farewell Bend State Park plus the cost of planning the proposed new park and the experimental ?rstate 80N at the Baker- drilling. In addition, Portland General Electric Company is to construct a satisfactory road into the area. It was determined that this offer is a )uilt by the Idaho Power satisfactory figure. ownlee, extends upstream An elevation of 1,945 feet, five feet above normal pool level, was provides a stabilized water set as the park boundary line. All state-owned land below this contour for boaters and fishermen. line was deeded to the Portland General Electric Company, and their d for a recreation study of land above this contour line was deeded to the state. Deeds are dated d Park to Lewiston, Idaho. June, July and September, 1961 and June, 1962. Park land needed for Portland in 1956-57. The relocation of the county road leading to the park was deeded to Jefferson !h side of the canyon which County. aunching facilities after the The large lake reaches up the Deschutes, Metolius and Crooked Rivers and forms an excellent area for fishing and water sports. [ 43 1 police ------11 .11

Studies Economic Study Prior to 1956 the trailer class motels felt the pinch in demand for their facilities w parks being developed as a I the state with unfair compe being made for the Legislatu Therefore, the State High by the Parks Division, begir graduate students from Oreg to Jessie M. Honeyman, Cap The purpose of the stud state parks as to their mon determine park visitor expe ence; and to evaluate the facilities upon the use of pri With these objectives ii sections. Section I, The Qt Projections; and Section II Economy of the area adjacer In the study, two time pe 1956. A comparison of the interesting facts. A part of I viewing 2,349 visitor group. during his stay within 25 r Section 4 MISCELLANEOUS

Studies Economic Study Prior to 1956 the trailer court people and the owners of the lower class motels felt the pinch in patronage. These people believed the small demand for their facilities was caused by the many overnight camps and parks being developed as a part of the state park system. They charged the state with unfair competition to such an extent that a demand was being made for the Legislature to review the situation. Therefore, the State Highway Commission approved a study be made by the Parks Division, beginning in the summer of 1956, by the use of graduate students from Oregon State University. The study was confined to Jessie M. Honeyman, Cape Lookout and Fort Stevens State Parks. The purpose of the study was to determine the economic value of state parks as to their monetary benefits to the local community; to determine park visitor expenditures outside of this local zone of influence; and to evaluate the competitive effects, if any, of state park facilities upon the use of privately provided accommodations. With these objectives in mind the study was divided into three sections. Section I, The Questionnaire Returns; Section II, Economic Projections; and Section III, The Importance of Recreation In The Economy of the area adjacent to Fort Stevens State Park. In the study, two time periods were tabulated-before 1956 and after 1956. A comparison of the two periods was made which resulted in interesting facts. A part of the report relating to summary, after inter- viewing 2,349 visitor groups, is: The average park visitor spent $3.10 during his stay within 25 miles of the parks with overnight campers [ 45 ]

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spending more money within this area than the day users due to their parks will apply, in part, I longer length of stay. An average of $251 per party per trip was spent human benefits of parks ha by out-of-state park visitors while $32 was the average per trip expend- economic values have not be iture for Oregon residents. have a beneficial effect of c Of the total expenditures within the 25 mile area of the parks, the as well as to the state. In average park visitor spent 48% for food, 20% for gas and oil, 19% for adequate recognition shoulc lodging, and 13% for entertainment and other miscellaneous items. nomic worth of the state's Ninety-two percent of the expenditures made by park visitors within economic benefits created t 25 miles of the parks can be directly attributed to the presence of the The study reveals evidei parks. to nearby communities anm Data collected on park influence on the use of privately operated extent, with nearby busines lodging accommodations showed - a) 72% of the campers would try to find another park to stay in overnight if the one of their choice was Oregon Outdoor full, while of those campers using trailers 57% would try to find Non-Urbar another park and 32% a commercial trailer court; b) the main reason The Oregon Outdoor N( for staying at state parks overnight, as expressed by 54%, was the started in 1960 as a result c pleasure of being out-of-doors; c) motel use apparently is correlated to a program to meet the Stat some extent to the physical condition of the facility, all other factors Commission, in July 1960, a being equal; d) state parks generate travel, and therefore, are directly within reasonable costs, dir responsible for many recreationists coming to the area in which the do the work and appropriate park is located; this results in expenditures for goods and services that The purpose of the stud otherwise would not occur. increasing demand for futu In concluding the report, the general conclusions read in part: "State It describes the recreational parks are of considerable importance in attracting recreationists to local- the state park system and f ities of the state in which they are situated, as much of their use consists mental agencies in conservi of persons who make the parks the primary purpose of their pleasure the state. trip. The study is limited t "The establishment and subsequent use of state parks has a favorable grounds and recreational ac effect on the local economy due to the expenditures made by park the confines of an urban cei visitors which increase the gross receipts of retail and service business. The study staff consisti This is illustrated by the results of the Fort Stevens, State Park test planners, several researcher area study which shows: a) estimated annual expenditures of over the necessary stenographer $830,000 were made by park visitors within 25 miles of the park of people engaged in making t which 70% or some $580,000 can be directly attributed to the presence The 128-page report isc of the park in this area, b) the establishment of the park had a bene- tures, maps, tables, etc., shi ficial economic impact on the local urban communities as evidenced by, in the state, the trend in us( (1) employment was up in the study area and down throughout the rest several agencies owning la of the county, and (2) gross retail receipts were up 12% in the study Oregon. area, and down 6% in the control area, and (3) net economic benefits An Advisory Council of accrued in the form of added retail and service business. and local government agen "No conclusive adverse competitive effects of state park overnight study as it progressed. The camp use on privately operated lodging accommodations, such as motels Advisory Committee to ren, and trailer courts, were found, although, several phases of the study agencies and individuals we were especially designed to explore this possibility. While lodging facili- In making the study, th ties may not benefit as much as some other service establishments by the cost from the Federal I expenditures of state park overnight campers, for example, it is logical provisions of Section 701 of toassume that park visitors who are not camping, but attracted to the total cost of the work, exti local area by state parks or staying over longer because of them, would amounted to$135,000, of wl benefit privately operated lodging accommodations. While the majority Finance Agency paid $30,00 of trailer campers who use state parks indicate they would prefer to Public reaction to the re stay at another park if the one of their choice was full, the statepractice have been distributed and re of referring these people to local trailer courts when state camps are full mately one per day. Schools provides a service to the public, and to the trailer court owners as well. have accepted it and many s "The findings of this report relative to the economic benefits of state work. [ 46 ] o the day users due to their parks will apply, in part, to other public parks as well. Whereas the per party per trip was spent human benefits of parks have been well recognized for a long time, the the average per trip expend- economic values have not been fully appraised, although they apparently have a beneficial effect of considerable importance to the local economy mile area of the parks, the as well as to the state. In view of these findings it would appear that D% for gas and oil, 19% for adequate recognition should be given to the present and potential eco- Ler miscellaneous items. nomic worth of the state's recreational resources as evidenced by the made by park visitors within economic benefits created through the public's use of these resources." iuted to the presence of the The study reveals evidence of proof of real economic value of parks to nearby communities and that they do not compete, to any great e use of privately operated extent, with nearby businesses. f of the campers would try the one of their choice was I rs 57% would try to find Oregon Outdoor Non-Urban Parks and Recreation Study r court; b) the main reason The Oregon Outdoor Non-Urban Parks and Recreation Study was *xpressed by 54%, was the started in 1960 as a result of a demand from many sources to establish e apparently is correlated to a program to meet the State's future recreational needs. The Highway he facility, all other factors Commission, in July 1960, after assurance that the study could be made and therefore, are directly within reasonable costs, directed the Parks and Recreation Division to r to the area in which the i do the work and appropriated $15,000 to start it. for goods and services that The purpose of the study was to set a program that will meet the increasing demand for future non-urban outdoor recreation in Oregon. clusions read in part: "State It describes the recreational needs and outlines a program for expanding icting recreationists to local- the state park system and for enlisting the cooperation of other govern- as much of their use consists mental agencies in conserving the recreational values and resources of y purpose of their pleasure the state. The study is limited to "non-urban recreation, excluding play- f state parks has a favorable grounds and recreational activities within the city parks or areas within *xpenditures made by park the confines of an urban center." * retail and service business. The study staff consisted of a director of the study group, five 3rt Stevens, State Park test planners, several researchers and interviewers, a professional writer, and rnual expenditures of over the necessary stenographers and typists. In all, there were nineteen in 25 miles of the park of people engaged in making the study and writing the report. y attributed to the presence The 128-page report is complete in every respect. The graphs, pic- mnt of the park had a bene- tures, maps, tables, etc., show the extent of recreational opportunities )mmunities as evidenced by, in the state, the trend in use and the requirements for the future of the id down throughout the rest several agencies owning land and interested in future recreation in were up 12% in the study Oregon. d (3) net economic benefits An Advisory Council of thirteen members, all heads of state, federal 'ice business. and local government agencies, was appointed to aid and advise the Mcts of state park overnight study as it progressed. There was also the State Parks and Recreation )mmodations, such as motels Advisory Committee to render valuable assistance and support. Many ;everal phases of the study agencies and individuals were consulted. ibility. While lodging facili- In making the study, the Commission received some funds toward *r service establishments by the cost from the Federal Housing and Home Finance Agency, under rs, for example, it is logical provisions of Section 701 of the Housing Act of 1954, as amended. The tmping, but attracted to the total cost of the work, extending over a period of nearly two years, iger because of them, would amounted to $135,000, of which amount the Federal Housing and Home dations. While the majority Finance Agency paid $30,000. licate they would prefer to Public reaction to the report has been good. More than 1,900 copies e was full, the state practice have been distributed and requests are continuing at the rate of apuroxi- ts when state camps are full mately one per day. Schools, libraries and other institutions of learning railer court owners as well. have accepted it and many students extract parts for use in their school ie economic benefits of state work. 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Snake River Study northerly, at the same d In the planning of the Brownlee power project on the Snake River and opposite the state, ir at the boundary between Idaho and Oregon, the Idaho Power Company, the United States, to a pi builders of the dam, had a recreation study made of both sides of the north ship-channel of t Snake River from Farewell Bend to a point near Lewiston, Idaho. The Admission Act, Volume study was made in 1956-57 by J. Haslett Bell of Portland. page 1079] The report indicates that there are several sites on each side of the river suitable for parks or boat launching purposes. "A marine league is three State is a line three miles M Sea Lion Caves "At the time of admissic jurisdiction over navigable The Sea Lion Caves is an unusual place which the wild sea mammals was pronounced by Congre known as sea lions or Eumetopias jubata (stelleri), large members of the reads as follows: seal family, have chosen as a place for rest and to mother their newly 'The said state of Orego born cubs. It is located along Highway 101 about 12 miles north of Columbia and all other r Florence in Lane County. We are told that it is the only place on the of Oregon, so far as the : Pacific Coast where these mammals use the mainland for any purpose. state, and any other sta They usually prefer an island or lone rock for a rookery or for rest. or bounded by the sam Sea lions have been hunted for their valuable furs and oils. At one navigable waters of sa time a good market existed for the whiskers. forever free, as well as t The caves cannot be entered naturally from the land because of high citizens of the United SI cliffs for some distance on each side of the opening. The sea lions can therefor.' Section 2 of P enter the large cave at will from the water. [Volume 5, O.R.S., page The phenomenon has been exploited, first by a trail down to the waters edge at the caves, and more recently by a mechanical elevator "In 1899 the Oregon lel in a shaft near the highway level and running vertically into the large B. & C. [Page 3, Laws of 0 cave. The elevator eliminates use of the long and dangerous trail. The 'The shore of the Pacific area has long been thought of as a national feature which should be in low tides, and from the public ownership but the price has been the deterrent feature. boundary line of Clatsol The 1959 Legislature requested the State Highway Commission, by a public highway, and shal joint resolution, to attempt purchase of the facility. Negotiations were carried on over a period of nearly two years. Several offers were made, "That law was amended dur but to no avail. The operators were not interested in selling, and no and as amended was made t amount of money changed their minds. 'The shore of the Pacif A report on the efforts of the Parks and Recreation Division and extreme low tide, and fr Right of Way Section was made to the Highway Commission and to the Oregon and California St Legislature. or portions of such shor by the State, is hereby c remain open as such to General Use Oregon 1913. Ocean Shore Use "The title of the origin The use of Oregon's shore begins many years back. Available records original act included only ( cover a comparatively short period. the 1913 act might have, th First, there is a quote as follows from a report titled "The Shore of Highway Commission, was r the Ocean" prepared by J. M. Devers in 1949. when he was Chief Counsel the shore of the ocean bet) for the State Highway Department: from the Columbia River o "This narrative begins with the admission of the State of Oregon into line on the south was mad the Union. An essential part of that admission deals with the western which had theretofore been boundary of the State. The congressional act by which Oregon was alienations of title much ol admitted to the union of states fixes the western boundary of the State ownership as we will show i in the following language: "Oregon was admitted i 'Beginning one marine league at sea, due west from the point where title to the shore of the ocea the forty-second parallel of north latitude intersects the same; thence as 1872 the Oregon legislatu tions of the shore of the oce [ 48 1 northerly, at the same distance from the line of the coast lying west project on the Snake River and opposite the state, including all islands within the jurisdiction of ,the Idaho Power Company, the United States, to a point due west and opposite the middle of the y made of both sides of the north ship-channel of the Columbia river; * * *.' Section I of near Lewiston, Idaho. The Admission Act, Volume 9, O.C.L.A., page 71. [Volume 5, O.R.S., 11 of Portland. page 1079] ral sites on each side of the iurposes. "A marine league is three miles, hence the western boundary of the State is a line three miles west of the shore line. "At the time of admission Congress vested the State of Oregon with jurisdiction over navigable waters within the State. That jurisdiction which the wild sea mammals was pronounced by Congress in Section 2 of the act of admission and 3Ileri), large members of the reads as follows: and to mother their newly 'The said state of Oregon shall have concurrent jurisdiction on the 01 about 12 miles north of Columbia and all other rivers and waters bordering on the said state t it is the only place on the of Oregon, so far as the same shall form a common boundary to said ^ mainland for any purpose. state, and any other state or states now or hereafter to be formed E for a rookery or for rest. or bounded by the same; and said rivers and waters, and all the Luable furs and oils. At one navigable waters of said state, shall be common highways and forever free, as well as to the inhabitants of said state as to all other om the land because of high citizens of the United States, without any tax, duty, impost, or toll opening. The sea lions can therefor.' Section 2 of Admission Act, Volume 9, O.C.L.A., page 72. [Volume 5, O.R.S., page 1079] irst by a trail down to the .y by a mechanical elevator "In 1899 the Oregon legislature by the enactment of Section 4817 ing vertically into the large B. & C. [Page 3, Laws of Oregon 1899] declared that: ig and dangerous trail. The 'The shore of the Pacific ocean, between ordinary high and extreme feature which should be in low tides, and from the Columbia river on the north to the south deterrent feature. boundary line of Clatsop county on the south, is hereby declared a Highway Commission, by a public highway, and shall forever remain open as such to the public.' facility. Negotiations were "That law was amended during the time that Oswald West was Governor Several offers were made, and as amended was made to read as follows: riterested in selling, and no 'The shore of the Pacific Ocean, between ordinary high tide and nd Recreation Division and extreme low tide, and from the Columbia River on the north to the way Commission and to the Oregon and California State line on the south, excepting such portion or portions of such shore as may have heretofore been disposed of by the State, is hereby declared a public highway and shall forever remain open as such to the public.' Chapter 47, General Laws of Oregon 1913. "The title of the original act was not amended. The title of that mars back. Available records original act included only Clatsop County. To cure any defect which the 1913 act might have, the law, pursuant to suggestion made by the report titled "The Shore of Highway Commission, was re-enacted in 1947 [Chapter 493] and thereby when he was Chief Counsel the shore of the ocean between ordinary high and extreme low tides from the Columbia River on the north to the Oregon-California state i of the State of Oregon into line on the south was made a public highway, except those portions sion deals with the western which had theretofore been disposed of by the State. By reason of such act by which Oregon was alienations of title much of the shore of the ocean is now in private stern boundary of the State ownership as we will show in detail later. "Oregon was admitted into the Union in 1859 and was then given west from the point where title to the shore of the ocean as we have heretofore stated, but as early e intersects the same; thence as 1872 the Oregon legislature made provision for the alienation of Dor- tions of the shore of the ocean. That was done by an act entitled: 'An [ 49 ] _ I II 1111-ni-iii ~ n- wi-v'rrnniimmi iiii

act to provide for the sale of tide and overflowed lands on the seashore to the Willamette Valle and coast.' By that act: disposals or alienations o '* * * the owner or owners of any land abutting or fronting upon ing on the shore of the o or bounded by the shore of any bay, harbor or inlet, on the seacoast this review a tabulation of this state, shall have the right to purchase from the state all the State Land Board, in v tide land belonging to the state, in front of such owner or owners; information: Name of grn * * * , of transaction, county in governor in office at thE "The act was amended in 1874 without any special change in the char- alienation made by the 1 acter of the act as quoted above. It was again amended in 1876 and by and review. that amendment it was declared: "By a law enacted in '* * * That the Willamette, Coquille and Coos rivers shall not be Valley & Coast Railroad deemed rivers in which the tide ebbs and flows within the meaning Benton County-at that of this Act, or of the Act to which this Act is amendatory; and the Ocean. The statute impc title of this State to any tide or overflowed lands upon said Willam- of which within the tin ette, Coquille, Coos and Umpqua rivers is hereby granted and con- Company. By an amenda firmed to the owners of the adjacent lands, or when any such tide the Company of some of or overflowed lands have been sold, then in that case, to the pur- pany with title to the tid, chaser or purchasers of such tide or overflowed lands from such "In 1909 the Oregon 1f owner of such adjacent lands, or some previous owner thereof, as the title to the tide and marE case may be.' Page 70, General Laws of Oregon 1876. Valley & Coast Railroad Corvallis & Eastern Rail] "The question of the State's right or title to tide lands or its authority the Willamette Valley & to dispose of them was before the Supreme Court of the State of Oregon and marsh lands. Follov in the case of Bowlby vs. Shively, reported in 22 Oregon 410, and in that Pacific Company acquired opinion Justice Lord, speaking for the court, said: ette Valley & Coast Railr '* * * when the state of Oregon was admitted into the union, the "The validity of the ac tide lands became its property and subject to its jurisdiction and the act vesting in the W disposal; that in the absence of legislation or usage, the common law title to the tide lands was rule would govern the rights of the upland proprietor, and by that & Eastern Railroad Comj law the title to them is in the state; that the state has the right to against the then Secretarl dispose of them in such manner as she might deem proper, as is reported in 61 Or. 359. frequently done in various ways, and whereby sometimes large areas "The court held inval are reclaimed and occupied by cities, and are put to public and legislature attempted to private uses, state control and ownership therein being supreme, lands. The opinion of the subject only to the paramount right of navigation and commerce.' on many counts. While tl "The controversy in the above case found its way to the United States vested title to the tide la Supreme Court and is reported in 152 U. S. 1, 38 Law Ed. 331. The the scope of the act and United States Supreme Court sustained the Oregon Supreme Court in vested in the Company b3 its declaration of the law of the land relative to ownership of tide lands. for the court, said: "The Governor, the Secretary of State and the State Treasurer by 'It is well settled that law constitute the State Land Board and as such represent the State in the sea as it ebbs and I matters involving state-owned lands which include, as we have stated, admission into the Uni( all tide lands. The powers vested in the State Land Board do not extend there are two elements to lands acquired by the State Highway Commission. jus publicum, or public "As we have already said, the State Land Board beginning back in property which a statb 1874 began disposing of state-owned tide lands or parts of the shore of citizen owns land whic the ocean and continued such policy until something like thirty-seven any of the methods or transactions had taken place. The first sale was made in 1874 to Wm. frem any nrivate perso Tichener. That sale consisted of 20.64 acres. The last sale was made in Dronerty in tidelands, 1923. In 1947 the legislature withdrew and repealed the law by which grant to any one in an parts of the shore of the ocean might be disposed of by the State Land by the constitution, a Board. However, prior to the removal of such authority there had described in the grant resulted thirty-eight alienations, including one by the State Legislature tween individuals; one [ 50 ] Lowed lands on the seashore to the Willamette Valley & Coast Railroad Company in 1874. These disposals or alienations of title involve every county in the State border- I abutting or fronting upon ing on the shore of the ocean except Lane County. There is attached to bor or inlet, on the seacoast this review a tabulation of all of the sales or alienations made by the chase from the state all the State Land Board, in which tabulation there is given the following t of such owner or owners; information: Name of grantee, consideration paid, acreage involved, date of transaction, county in which property is located and the name of the governor in office at the time the transaction took place. The sale or special change in the char- alienation made by the legislature is worthy of extended consideration tin amended in 1876 and by and review. "By a law enacted in 1874 the legislature granted to the Willamette nd Coos rivers shall not be Valley & Coast Railroad Company all of the tide or marsh lands in d flows within the meaning Benton County-at that time Benton County extended to the Pacific Act is amendatory; and the Ocean. The statute imposed on the Company certain conditions, some ed lands upon said Willam- of which within the time specified in the act were not met by the is hereby granted and con- Company. By an amendatory act passed in 1878 the legislature relieved nds, or when any such tide the Company of some of the conditions and ultimately vested the Com- mn in that case, to the pur- pany with title to the tide lands. verflowed lands from such "In 1909 the Oregon legislature attempted to repeal the act by which evious owner thereof, as the title to the tide and marsh lands had been conveyed to the Willamette Dregon 1876. Valley & Coast Railroad Company. Sometime prior to that date the Corvallis & Eastern Railroad Company had acquired the properties of to tide lands or its authority the Willamette Valley & Coast Railroad Company, including the tide iourt of the State of Oregon and marsh lands. Following that change of ownership the Southern ri 22 Oregon 410, and in that Pacific Company acquired the properties as the successor to the Willam- , said: ette Valley & Coast Railroad Company. Ldmitted into the union, the "The validity of the act by which the legislature attempted to repeal )ject to its jurisdiction and the act vesting in the Willamette Valley & Coast Railroad Company n or usage, the common law title to the tide lands was challenged in court in a case entitled Corvallis and proprietor, and by that & Eastern Railroad Company vs. Frank W. Benson, as Governor, and it the state has the right to against the then Secretary of State and the then Treasurer. That case is ] might deem proper, as is reported in 61 Or. 359. ereby sometimes large areas "The court held invalid and void the legislative act by which the and are put to public and legislature attempted to divest the Railroad Company of title to said hip therein being supreme, lands. The opinion of the court, written by Justice Burnett, is valuable navigation and commerce.' on many counts. While the court held the act by which the legislature ts way to the United States vested title to the tide lands to the Company valid, the court limited S. 1, 38 Law Ed. 331. The the scope of the act and in so doing limited the rights and interest 5 Oregon Supreme Court in vested in the Company by virtue of the act. Justice Burnett, speaking e to ownership of tide lands. for the court, said: and the State Treasurer by 'It is well settled that the tidelands laid bare, and anon flooded by such represent the State in the sea as it ebbs and flows, became the property of the State on its include, as we have stated, admission into the Union. In the title thus conferred upon the State, .e Land Board do not extend there are two elements-the jus privatum, or private right, and the mmission. jus publicum, or public authority. The former is a species of private rid Board beginning back in property which a state holds in the same wav that an individual nds or parts of the shore of citizen owns land which he has acquired from the United States by something like thirty-seven any of the methods Drovided for the sale of the public domain, or Z was made in 1874 to Wm. from any private person by purchase and conveyance. This private The last sale was made in Dronerty in tidelands, the State by its legislative assembly, may repealed the law by which erant to any one in any manner, or for any Durpose, not forbidden 3posed of by the State Land by the constitution, and the grantee will thereby take the title L such authority there had described in the grant as absolutely as if the transaction were be- mne by the State Legislature tween individuals; one conveying his private lands to the other. The r 51] F l 1-1- 1_111 __- - I - I I 1.- I

State, however, cannot abdicate or grant away the other element of constitute twenty-three its title to tidelands-the jus publicum, or public authority over them. ownership. All of the u This is the dominion of government or sovereignty in the State, by were, until recently, in pi which it prevents any use of lands bordering on the navigable waters Highway Commission, oi within the State which will materially interefere with navigation and pending negotiations are commerce thereon.' of uplands along the Or( and are being developed fe "In the opinion the court emphasized that while the State might "In 1899 the legislature transfer its tide lands in so far as private rights are concerned, such with respect to the fores transfer or alienation is always conditioned that the grant is subject to State Land Board speaks the paramount rights of navigation and commerce over the waters and owned lands including tid subject to fishing rights, so that it is apparent that all the Railroad Highway Commission the Company got was some private rights, and those private rights never as applied to the ocean shc could be exercised in a way which would interfere with or impair the "The first control act v public rights just enumerated. The court also said that 'the right of the Laws of Oregon 1899] by v State so to regulate the use of tidelands as not materially to impede the was declared a public hig public right of navigation is a constant factor in every title relating to was amended during Mr. such land, but regulation is not confiscation.' ment the entire shore of th "By virtue of the court's ruling, only private rights in the tide and tofore been sold and title marsh lands were by the legislature vested in the Railroad Company. be a public highway. By virtue of a tax foreclosure carried through by Lincoln County, the "Of the sections of th Railroad Company has been divested of all private rights and those parcels are in Clatsop Coun private rights now reside in Lincoln County, except such portion of the County, 4 are in Coos Coun beach acquired by the County and subsequently disposed of by the County; so that both private and public rights in the beach, in so far as "The Highway Commiss any interest once vested in the Railroad Company is concerned, are now shore in Clatsop County a in the public, the public rights being held by the State and the private That recovered area is now rights by Lincoln County. sion and is not a public I recreational "In 1932 Lincoln County conveyed to the State of Oregon, by and use. through its Highway Commission, title to and ownership of the private "The State, through its rights which the County had acquired by tax foreclosure to an area have heretofore stated, all along the shore of the ocean contiguous to Yachats, which property three-tenths miles of uplan was a part of the property conveyed by the legislature to the Railroad County, 12.3 miles in Tilla: Company in 1874. 3.2 miles in Lane County, "The area which Lincoln County conveyed to the State is not affected Cccs County and 25.8 miles by the legislative act declaring the shore of the ocean to be a public On pages 54 and 55 is a highway, for that area was expressly excluded from the act of 1913 and Land Board beginning in 18 was again expressly excluded by the act of 1947. When the State of Oregon, acting by and through its State Highway Commission, acquired Airplane Use from Lincoln County title to a part of the ocean shore, it acquired that property for park and recreational purposes and hence the control which Since the State Parks an( the Highway Commission now exercises is a control over park and in the ocean shore, many req recreational land and not over a public highway. The area acquired been made, particularly for from Lincoln County consists of approximately 2.7 miles of ocean front- The first request was ma age. In addition to the lands deeded to the State by Lincoln County the tember 1930. A permit was State, through its Highway Commission, has acquired additional shore connection with other beac lands located in said County. Vancouver requested use of 1 "The Highway Commission has no authority, as I construe the statute, landing fields in 1932. The over any part of the shore of the ocean which has been conveyed by the permit be granted for the u State to private individuals, except with respect to sections alienated by other places permits to be gi the State and subsequently recovered by the State Highway Commission. convinced that it will be to t "The shore of the ocean from the Columbia River on the north to the in June 1931, the Secretary, Oreqon-California state line on the south covers a distance of 325 miles. that the Highway Commissior Of that mileage the thirty-seven sales made by the State Land Board when approved by the Boa [52 1 constitute twenty-three miles of ocean beach which are in private way the other element of ownership. All of the uplands or lands which border the foreshore ublic authority over them. were, until recently, in private ownership. The State, through its State State, by Tereignty in the Highway Commission, owns and controls, or will, when the State's g on the navigable waters pending negotiations are completed, sixty-two and three-tenths miles and efere with navigation of uplands along the Oregon Coast. These lands have been acquired and are being developed for park, recreational and scenic purposes. regulations at while the State might "In 1899 the legislature initiated a policy of controls and i the fact that the ights are concerned, such with respect to the foreshore, and, notwithstanding title to state- -iat the grant is subject to State Land Board speaks for the State with respect to placed with the State serce over the waters and owned lands including tide lands, the legislature controls and regulations *ent that all the Railroad Highway Commission the administration of the :hose private rights never as applied to the ocean shore. :erfere with or impair the "The first control act was Section 6369 Lord's Oregon Laws [Page 3, said that 'the right of the Laws of Oregon 1899] by which the shore of the ocean in Clatsop County t materially to impede the was declared a public highway. That law, as we have already stated, r in every title relating to was amended during Mr. West's term as governor and by the amendment the entire shore of the ocean, except those parts which had there- rate rights in the tide and tofore been sold and title vested in private ownership, was declared to in the Railroad Company. be a public highway. sh by Lincoln County, the "Of the sections of the foreshore which have been alienated 12 private rights and those parcels are in Clatsop County, 4 are in Tillamook County, 1 is in Douglas except such portion of the County, 4 are in Coos County, and 16 are in Curry County. iently disposed of by the "The Highway Commission recovered a two-mile section of the ocean ,s in the beach, in so far as shore in Clatsop County along with the upland bordering the shore. pany is concerned, are now That recovered area is now under the control of the Highway Commis- r the State and the private sion and is not a public highway but is entirely free for park and recreational use. Oregon, by and e State of "The State, through its Highway Commission, now controls, as we ownership of the private d have heretofore stated, all use and development of the sixty-two and an area tax foreclosure to three-tenths miles of uplands, divided as follows: 8.1 miles in Clatsop property Yachats, which County, 12.3 miles in Tillamook County, 7.7 miles in Lincoln County, legislature to the Railroad 3.2 miles in Lane County, 3.5 miles in Douglas County, 1.7 miles in Cccs County and 25.8 miles in Curry County." I to the State is not affected On pages 54 and 55 is a list of the lands sold by the Oregon State f the ocean to be a public Land Board beginning in 1874. ed from the act of 1913 and f 1947. When the State of hway Commission, acquired Airplane Use that cean shore, it acquired Since the State Parks and Recreation Division has become interested which and hence the control in the ocean shore, many requests for the use of the sandy beaches have and s a control over park been made, particularly for use by airplanes. ghway. The area acquired The first request was made by the State Aeronautics Board in Sep- ely 2.7 miles of ocean front- A permit was not approved because of the hazards in Rtate by Lincoln County the tember 1930. connection with other beach uses. The United States Air Corps of is acquired additional shore Vancouver requested use of the beaches at Ecola and Cannon Beach for landing fields in 1932. The Commission ruled, "At no time should a as I construe the statute, ity, permit be granted for the use of Cannon Beach by airplanes, and at h has been conveyed by the other places permits to be granted only when the Commission is fully sections alienated by pect to convinced that it will be to the best interests of the public." However, State Highway Commission. in June 1931, the Secretary of the State Board of Aeronautics insisted north to the MiaRiver on the that the Highway Commission grant permits for use of the ocean beaches of 325 miles. avers a distance when approved by the Board. The Commission reluctantly granted le by the State Land Board [ 53 ] Lands Sold by the Oregon State Land Board

Grantee Consideration Acreage Date County Governor Wm. Tichener $41.28 20.64 February 16, 1874 Curry LaFayette Grover Benjamin Peart 48.12 38.49 March 14, 1874 Coos LaFayette Grover J. S. Collins 17.22 13.77 March 14, 1874 Coos LaFayette Grover George Bennett 83.00 66.40 November 25, 1874 Coos LaFayette Grover Syman Woodruff 37.19 29.75 November 25, 1874 Curry LaFayette Grover Catherine Alvina and Amanda Smith 2.39 1.91 November 25, 1874 Curry LaFayette Grover John Huntley 4.77 3.82 November 25, 1874 Curry LaFayette Grover Patrick Hughes 46.66 37.33 August 7, 1875 Curry LaFayette Grover The Oregon Real Estate Co. 31.81 25.45 November 1875 Clatsop LaFayette Grover Thomas Richardson, A. W. Chase and Robert Wynell 60.75 48.60 May 10, 1876 Curry LaFayette Grover Rachael Knapp 8.87 7.10 May 10, 1876 Curry LaFayette Grover LaFayette Grover Patrick McCormick 7.66 6.13 June 23, 1876 Curry G. K. Grimes 24.90 19.92 September 28, 1876 Clatsop LaFayette Grover Ben Holladay 43.25 34.60 November 14, 1876 Clatsop LaFayette Grover August F. Miller 34.87 27.87 October 16, 1877 Curry S. F. Chadwick Miller Cooley 15.31 12.25 November 3, 1877 Curry S. F. Chadwick James A. Cooley 7.87 6.50 November 3, 1877 Curry S. F. Chadwick A. W. Reed 87.50 70.32 December 10, 1877 Douglas S. F. Chadwick

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Ecola State Park-Looking south from view point.

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-ing south from view point. Cape Lookout State Park-View of cape and shore.

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Oswald West State Park-View south from Neahkahnie Mountain. Boiler Bay Wayside-Low tide, showing wrecked ship's boiler.

Fogarty Creek State Park-Beach, rock and headland.

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Devil's Punch Bowl State Park-Showing wave actiov i.nside the bowl. Devil's Elbow State Par offshore rocks.

Muriel 0. Ponsler Memorial Wayside. -io)? iiiside the bowl. Devil's Elbow State Park-Showing parking and picnic area, bay and offshore rocks.

Pon~sler Mentorial Wayside. Yachats Ocean Road Wayside-Rock fishing. -1 -- -, - __1 -- _ I

Sunset Bay State Parkc-Suniset Bayi. Myrtle grove lease.

Shore Acres State Park-Gardens. Battle Roe Myrtle grove lease.

cres State Park-Gardens. Battle Rock Wayside-Rock, Port Orford Bay aed offshore rocks. Humbug Mountain State Park-Overnight camp. Samuel H. Boardman St

Cape Sebastian State Park-Beach and offshore rocks. Harris Beach Stat Samuel H. Boardman State Park-Whales Head Creek and rocks.

Beach and offshore rocks. Harris Beach State Park-Goat Island, taken from top of Harris Butte. Harris Beach State Park-Hunch Back rock and shore. Azalea State Park-V Azalea State Park-View point, rest shelter and azaleas. gb. ha t-

Carl Jensen $33.08 16.54 August 22, 1879 Curry W.Thayer George L. Wilson 10.00 5.00 September 6, 1879 Curry ThayerW. P. Byrom 38.50 30.80 February 19, 1883 Tillamook Z.F.Moody J. E. Sibley 36.90 24.60 June 23, 1883 Tillamook F.MoodyZ. Wm. C. Hiatt 31.80 21.20 July 14, 1883 Tillamook MoodyZ.F. A. H. Moore 29.00 23.14 October 5, 1883 Curry MoodyZ.F. C. Leinenweber 10.00 4.33 November 22, 1883 Tillamook MoodyZ.F. G. K. Grimes 25.00 20.00 February 25, 1884 Clatsop F.MoodyZ.

Ti-r1, 1NT TV-A, 00 CA AAA0 T- - -^ I .. A '7T.t-I--- Carl Jensen $33.08 16.54 August 22, 1879 Curry W. W. Thayer George L. Wilson 10.00 5.00 September 6, 1879 Curry W. W. Thayer P. Byrom 38.50 30.80 February 19, 1883 Tillamook Z. F. Moody J. E. Sibley 36.90 24.60 June 23, 1883 Tillamook Z. F. Moody Wm. C. Hiatt 31.80 21.20 July 14, 1883 Tillamook Z. F. Moody A. H. Moore 29.00 23.14 October 5, 1883 Curry Z. F. Moody C. Leinenweber 10.00 4.33 November 22, 1883 Tillamook Z. F. Moody G. K. Grimes 25.00 20.00 February 25, 1884 Clatsop Z. F. Moody Frank N. Byrd 88.64 44.32 June 20, 1884 Clatsop Z. F. Moody Samuel Elmore 40.00 20.00 July 7, 1884 Clatsop Z. F. Moody CA Robert Burnham 36.92 18.46 April 11, 1885 Curry Z. F. Moody H. P. Hanson 92.00 46.00 August 21, 1888 Clatsop Sylvester Pennoyer Joseph Williams 10.00 2.82 April 21, 1891 Coos Sylvester Pennoyer Alfred A. Smith 566.62 283.11 May 28, 1891 Clatsop Sylvester Pennoyer J. E. Payton 72.80 36.40 May 28, 1891 Clatsop Sylvester Pennoyer C. W. Christensen 416.00 104.00 October 12, 1891 Clatsop Sylvester Pennoyer E. C. Rogers 62.80 31.40 October 10, 1894 Clatsop Sylvester Pennoyer Louis J. Frank 86.34 43.17 March 29, 1901 Curry T. T. Geer Alfred A. Smith 1.00 Correction of Deed issued May 28, 1891 Grimes Grove Land Company 1.00 May 3, 1923 Clatsop Walter M. Pierce I I I mliii *u. mliii uuuuuuIUSSIEI I liii I II

approval for use of the Bandon and Delake beaches subject to an inves- south of Cape Kiawanda v tigation as to objections. The Chief Counsel investigated and found no to eliminate the danger in objections. Tillamook County where There was a decided question about the Commission's authority to Commission set a speed lir issue permits for beach use by airplanes as expressed by the Chief Since beach use has be( Counsel in 1934; therefore, all permits for such use were canceled. The bathing, etc., horses havy Commission's action stopped the interest in beach' use by airplanes until Invariably the corrals are the 1947 Legislature gave the Highway Commission authority to grant young and inexperienced r permission for such use and to prescribe rules, regulations, etc., regard- over which the Highway ing the use. The application did require a petition from the county or authority to control. city fronting on the beach at the site of use. The 1947 legislative action spurred a new array of applications for Flight Strips beach use. There were 10 permit requests, most of which were denied Nehalem Bay State Park because the applications did not conform with the law. The law was The Oregon State Boar again revised in 1951, giving the Board of Control authority over use of strip on the northern end beach and tidelands not deeded away, other than the surface use by 500 feet westerly from thE people, cars and airplanes. zanita and Nehalem Bay. The dimensions of the Sand Removal 250 x 2600 feet, with an e) Removal of sand from the ocean shore has been an economic need ings on the west side of in many places, especially where commercial plants were not available entrance road 50 feet wide. or where they were located some distance from the site of use. The first Fencing of the area is t record of such use was made in 1939, at which time the Commission the Board of Aeornautics h decided that local people could take sand or gravel from the beaches for be placed on the property i their own use, but prohibited removal of the material by contractors. Commission. The agreemc In 1945, former Governor Oswald West objected to the removal of January 15, 1958. smelt sands from Yachats beach. He claimed that the taking of sand from the beaches where the smelt were spawning would eventually Floras Lake State Park destroy the run of a valuable food fish. The Administrator of the State The United States Gove Fish Commission stated that removal of smelt sands from the be'ches fine flight strip in northe would not be detrimental to the spawn or the young fish except during Floras Lake State Park. Sl the months of May, June, July and August. The Commission then issued park land, the remainder is permits for the months recommended by the Fish Commission. strip is approximately 5,000 The state land on which Vehicles and Horses County on July 7, 1943, fo Long before Oregon became a state the ocean beaches were used by leased the entire tract, bott wagons and horseback riders as a means of communication between government for a period of: coastal settlements. As the state's population increased, roads were land but the Highway Comn built to satisfy the greater need. The economic need of beach travel had expressed a desire to retain ceased by 1940 and in its place were the vacationists, the sun bathers, The Commission grantec the surf swimmers and the fishermen. They had taken over the beaches on February 17, 1944, for t in no small numbers. The automobiles had become a nuisance to the property. The Civil Aeron new use. The packhorse had been replaced by the pleasure-horse and road and the flight strip. riders. The beach use by automobiles had to be restricted by 1941. The city of Bandon wanted to restrict the "hot rodders," Cannon Beach and Boating Gearhart wished to control automobiles, and Agate Beach wanted to The boating demand in control fast-moving cars. Appropriate signs were placed at each of these interest, particularly since places. The Clatsop County Court, in 1950, wished the car traffic at reckoned with in the park it Cannon Beach controlled. The thought was reversed by thf, County has been a "boat use explos Court in 1957 when a group complained about the Cannon Beach car popular activity. problem. Pleasure boats became There are two places where beach use by cars had the approval of federal authorities were alai the Highway Commission in 1961. One is a 300-foot strip immediately [56 ] south of Cape Kiawanda where cars had formerly been prohibited so as beaches subject to an inves- to eliminate the danger in boat launching. The other is at Manzanita in 1 investigated and found no Tillamook County where cars were permitted on the beach but the Commission set a speed limit of 15 MPH. ? Commission's authority to Since beach use has become popular for the pleasure of walking, sun as expressed by the Chief bathing, etc., horses have been an incompatible use of the beach. uch use were canceled. The Invariably the corrals are located in a heavy, personal use area. With beach use by airplanes until young and inexperienced riders there are hazards frequently developing nmission authority to grant over which the Highway Commission has very little, if any, legal etc., regard- [es, regulations, authority to control. petition from the county or Flight Strips ew array of applications for most of which were denied Nehalem Bay State Park with the law. The law was The Oregon State Board of Aeronautics constructed, in 1958, a flight Tontrol authority over use of strip on the northern end of Nehalem Bay State Park, parallel to and xer than the surface use by 500 feet westerly from the proposed new Highway 101 between Man- zanita and Nehalem Bay. The dimensions of the strip are 50 x 2400 feet; the land required is 250 x 2600 feet, with an extra strip 200 x 1200 feet for eventual build- on the west side of the northern end. Also provided was an has been an economic need ings 50 feet wide. ial plants were not available entrance road Fencing of the area is to be done when the park use justifies it, and rom the site of use. The first to construct it. No buildings are to which time the Commission the Board of Aeornautics has agreed property without first being approved by the Highway r gravel from the beaches for be placed on the Commission. The agreement runs for a period of 25 years starting the material by contractors. January 15, 1958. t objected to the removal of med that the taking of sand Floras Lake State Park spawning would eventually ie Administrator of the State The United States Government, during World War II, constructed a melt sands from the be-ches fine flight strip in northern Curry County on the southern edge of the young fish except during Floras Lake State Park. Slightly more than half of the strip is on state The Commission then issued park land, the remainder is on land owned by Curry County. The flight -e Fish Commission. strip is approximately 5,000 feet long and 100 feet wide. The state land on which the flight strip is located was leased to Curry County on July 7, 1943, for a period of 25 years. The county in turn leased the entire tract, both the state- and county-owned lands, to the > ocean beaches were used by s of communication between government for a period of 25 years. The county wished to purchase the lation increased, roads were land but the Highway Commission was reluctant to sell. The Commission )mic need of beach travel had expressed a desire to retain all lands acquired for park purposes. vacationists, the sun bathers, The Commission granted a right of way easement to Curry County ~y had taken over the beaches on February 17, 1944, for the flight strip road across the state-owned ad become a nuisance to the property. The Civil Aeronautics Administration constructed both the ed by the pleasure-horse and road and the flight strip. to be restricted by 1941. The rodders," Cannon Beach and Boating and Agate Beach wanted to The boating demand in state parks has become an item of real is were placed at each of these interest, particularly since 1955. It was only a casual item to be '50, wished the car traffic at reckoned with in the park interests prior to that time. Since then, there was reversed by the, County has been a "boat use explosion," as boating has become a tremendously about the Cannon Beach car popular activity. Pleasure boats became so numerous that many state, county and by cars had the approval of federal authorities were alarmed, fearing what might happen if controls a 300-foot strip immediately [ 57 ] - - TfThiFiiuii I mu ml II 111111III

were not introduced by proper authority. Therefore, the 1959 Legis- families could spend a fen lature made provisions for a State Marine Board, with the authority to some distance away at a v register and regulate the pleasure boats within the state. Registration in The period was follow( 1962 amounted to 58,000 boats. modern-day facilities werE The State Parks and Recreation Division made provisions for the Service provided many fc great increase in all parks where boating is possible. This resulted in places, camping spaces, wE the construction of 34 boat ramps with parking and sanitary facilities and water at many places for the boat use. In some instances the ramps Overnight Use were wide, as much as 400 feet, permitting several boats to be launched The idea of and demat or removed at the same time. Two of these boat ramps were constructed night use was growing ft by the State Game Commission, one at Ben Hur Lampman Park and Highway Commission to er another at McLeod Wayside. fore, in 1952 the first sta At Wallowa Lake there is one boat ramp, two boat shelter basins, These were at Silver Fal] two boat floats, two large areas for parking cars and sanitary facilities. amount of study went int At Rooster Rock the boating facility required one-half mile of incorporate the latest plan] channel deepening, straightening and widening of the natural stream. were followed with otherE The improvement also included enlarging a turning basin, constructing a 1962 there were 44 parks E wide paved ramp and a car parking area. tenting amounting to 2,73 The State Highway Commission approved, on January 31, 1952, a outing equivalent to 842,40 plan for joint examination of projects concerning the Game Commission The Fort Stevens State and the Highway Commission, especially the access roads to lakes and with 380 trailer and tent , streams to aid the fishermen in launching their boats. the 1962 season. This indi The plan is for one man from the Game Commission and one from camping in pleasing and er the Highway Department to examine and make a joint report concerning Jessie M. Honeyman lv each separate project as to the project merits for the approval of the part of Oregon's coast linE two Commissions. are concerned. It has 30. The total expenditures for boating facilities from 1948 to 1962 was provided an outing equival $1,023,720. These two high-use pa: enjoy, such as boating, fisi United States Military Forces with its many interests. ThE driving distance from the L, The military forces have made use of many of the state parks for Experience indicates th observation and protective purposes. In some instances large guns were year because of their parti established in pits. Two radar stations were established at Ecola and also found that visitors are Shore Acres Parks. The stations were later removed. the same place for outings. All 17 of the parks used by the military forces were closed to civilians during the occupancy, which lasted from 1942 to about 1945. Day Use A minimum of damage was done in the occupancy. The greatest damage occurred at Shore Acres where a group occupied the old Simpson Day use of state parks home which was later removed. The damage to the building was paid Since 1948 visitors have in4 for by the Government. the year 1962. The trend i The parks between the Coast Range and the Cascades were used by the increase. While many o the military forces for pleasure and rest, particularly the Rogue River the attendance to be 6.43 tir areas in Jackson County by the Camp White forces, and the mid- was 1,800,000. Willamette Valley area by the Camp Adair men. There are a number of si use. Among them are the ad Public Use in paid vacations, higher n affecting the average persc Park Use facilities, improved highway Information indicates that park usage was great from 1920 to 1937, Youth Camps even though no counts were made. It consisted principally of travelers camping along the highways where there was sufficient soace for tent- The three youth camps ii ing. Water and fuel were necessary items in the areas. In this way State Park. They are named [ 58 ] families could spend a few days at the beach or visit "Cousin George" Therefore, the 1959 Legis- some distance away at a very small expense. oard, with the authority to The period was followed in the late thirties by one where reasonably in the state. Registration in modern-day facilities were provided in the state parks. The U. S. Forest Service provided many forest camps for overnight use, all with fire- n made provisions for the places, camping spaces, water and toilet facilities. ; possible. This resulted in king and sanitary facilities Overnight Use .n some instances the ramps everal boats to be launched The idea of and demand for more camps with provisions for over- boat ramps were constructed night use was growing fast by 1950. Many pleas were made to the n Hur Lampman Park and Highway Commission to enlarge and increase the park facilities. There- fore, in 1952 the first state park overnight camps were put into use. ip, two boat shelter basins, These were at Silver Falls and Wallowa Lake State Parks. A great cars and sanitary facilities. amount of study went into the designing of these camps in order to required one-half mile of incorporate the latest planning and the best facilities. These two camps ning of the natural stream. were followed with others by increasing numbers until at the end of urning basin, constructing a 1962 there were 44 parks providing overnight camping with trailer and tenting amounting to 2,739 spaces. The camps provided a one night ed, on January 31, 1952, a outing equivalent to 842,408 people during the year 1962. rning the Game Commission The Fort Stevens State Park, in the northwest corner of the state, Le access roads to lakes and with 380 trailer and tent spaces, accommodated 100,395 people during ieir boats. the 1962 season. This indicates the popularity of state park overnight ] Commission and one from camping in pleasing and enjoyable surroundings. ike a joint report concerning Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park, located in the central rits for the approval of the part of Oregon's coast line, is outstanding insofar as interest and use are concerned. It has 303 camp and trailer sites, and during 1962 ities from 1948 to 1962 was provided an outing equivalent to 101,865 people for a one night's stay. These two high-use parks have many interests for the visitors to enjoy, such as boating, fishing, swimming, forest trails and the beach with its many interests. Then, too, these two parks are within reasonable driving distance from the larger population centers. nany of the state parks for Experience indicates that many people go to the same place each ae instances large guns were year because of their particular liking for the interests offered. It is Bre established at Ecola and also found that visitors are sometimes instrumental in others selecting removed. the same place for outings. [tary forces were closed to [ from 1942 to about 1945. Day Use he occupancy. The greatest up occupied the old Simpson Day use of state parks has been beyond the fantasy of dreamers. ige to the building was paid Since 1948 visitors have increased from 2,157,480 to 11,570,313 during the year 1962. The trend indicates there is no material slackening in I the Cascades were used by the increase. While many of the visitors are from out-of-state, it shows )articularly the Rogue River the attendance to be 6.43 times the population of Oregon, which in 1962 Nhite forces, and the mid- was 1,800,000. men. There are a number of situations responsible for the increase in park use. Among them are the advent of the five-day work week, an increase in paid vacations, higher rates of pay and other economic conditions affecting the average person, as well as an increase in outstanding facilities, improved highways and better cars. was great from 1920 to 1937, Youth Camps ;isted principally of travelers was sufficient snace for tent- The three youth camps in state parks are all located at Silver Falls State Park. They are named Silver Creek, Smith Creek and North Falls Ls in the areas. In this way [ 59 ] I

Camps. Each has its own swimming pool. There is another area, known 20-foot wide building loca as the Ranch, which is used by youth groups and others. These Ranch as an abode for his employ users are required to supply their own needs other than the one building The service rendered for the use of the entire group. cream, etc., as well as salb Silver Creek Camp will house boys in four different areas, each with concession through the 195 five open-air cabins and sanitary facilities. There is one large swimming In January, 1954, the le pool for use by the camp. The group has the use of the headquarters J. L. Campbell, the high 1 building, the infirmary, the dining room and the swimming pool. The income over $4,000 per yea principal user of this area, the Salem Y.M.C.A., constructed the swim- year. ming pool, rent free for a period of ten years. Smith Creek Camp is arranged similarly with two areas, each with Rooster Rock State Park five small open-air cabins, toilet facilities, etc. The group has the use of the dining room, the infirmary and the swimming pool. The State The concession at Roost Parks constructed a filtering system and chlorinator, with the necessary Enterprises in 1958, after pleted and bids housing and pumps for the equipment, at the swimming pool. were adv The North Falls Camp makes use of the old Civilian Conservation income. P. & A. Enterpris Corps camp buildings and facilities. A recreation hall and swimming operation of this concession pool have been added. The swimming pool was built by the Conservative The concession was the Baptist Association of Oregon, and that Association has been the princi- re-advertising. The terms pal user, rent free for a period of ten years. been a successful service a Leases have been entered into for the operation of three of these for the year 1962. camps. The leasing groups furnish the operating force throughout the season for not only their own youth but others. Fort Stevens State Park Operation of the Smith Creek Camp is handled by the Santiam Area The Highway CommisE Council of the Girl Scouts. The Silver Creek Camp is operated by the Stevens State Park to Robe Salem Y.M.C.A. The North Falls Camp is operated by the Conservative as a result of competitive 1 Baptists of Oregon. The Ranch area is not operated by an organization. income. The use for 1962 in youth camper nights was: The concession was not to work out various schem Silver Creek 14,466 concession at the close of th Smith Creek 4,874 North Falls 12,418 Crown Point State Park Ranch 2,212 The concession in the Vi Total 33,970 23 miles east of Portland c the highest bidder in 1947 successful Group Camps bidder at 101/2% sale of cards, souvenirs, et In the state parks there are nine areas where special arrangements interest, with approval of ti and facilities are made for small groups of from 20 to 200 people to use The concession proved t the area for a weekend or a week's stay. The minimum size group is amounted to $7,551 in 194' 20 and the charge is 25 cents each per night. It paid $6,016 in 1962. A si There were 11,176 people who made use of this group service for for concession purposes wa: overnight stays in the parks during the 1962 season. tried in 1957. The Court foi

Depoe Bay State Par.k Leases The Depoe Bay concess Concession Leases named "Depoe Bay Lookout operator of "The Lookout," Silver Falls State Park way summit at Otter Crest. The concession at Silver Falls State Park was established in Febru- Depoe Bay State Park. Con ary, 1947, at which time the Commission signed an agreement with Gifts, Inc., on April 26, 1 Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Nohlgren of Salem. The large building at the park December 6, 1957, the Co was used for the concession service. The lessee also used the long, building during the monthf [ 60] iere is another area, known 20-foot wide building located on the opposite side of the entrance road s and others. These Ranch as an abode for his employees. other than the one building The service rendered included dinners, lunches, soft drinks, ice cream, etc., as well as sales of souvenirs. The Nohlgrens operated the r different areas, each with concession through the 1953 season. 'here is one large swimming In January, 1954, the lease was re-advertised and let to Mr. and Mrs. he use of the headquarters J. L. Campbell, the high bidders, at $50 per month plus 1% of gross d the swimming pool. The income over $4,000 per year. The lease has been extended from year to .A., constructed the swim- year. with two areas, each with Rooster Rock State Park atc. The group has the use The concession at Rooster Rock State Park was awarded to P. & A. swimming pool. The State Enterprises in 1958, after construction of the building had been com- orinator, with the necessary pleted and bids were advertised. The terms were 20% of the gross .e swimming pool. income. P. & A. Enterprises decided at the end of 1960 to discontinue e old Civilian Conservation operation of this concession. reation hall and swimming as built by the Conservative The concession was then awarded to Otha Jones of Portland, after of the gross. It has since ciation has been the princi- re-advertising. The terms are the same, 20% been a successful service and Mr. Jones paid the state a total of $3,555 for the year 1962. operation of three of these rating force throughout the Fort Stevens State Park jrs. andled by the Santiam Area The Highway Commission awarded concession privileges at Fort ek Camp is operated by the Stevens State Park to Robert T. and Margaret F. Blake on May 8, 1958, perated by the Conservative as a result of competitive bids. The bid price was 181/2 % of the gross )perated by an organization. income. The concession was not a success and after Mr. and Mrs. Blake tried was: to work out various schemes to increase the income, they gave up the 14,466 concession at the close of the 1959 season. 4,874 12,418 Crown Point State Park 2,212 The concession in the Vista House at Crown Point State Park, located 23 miles east of Portland on the Columbia River Highway, was let to 33,970 the highest bidder in 1947. The Multnomah Falls Gift Shop was the successful bidder at 101/2% of the gross sales. The service consists of sale of cards, souvenirs, etc. The Multnomah Falls Gift Shop sold its where special arrangements interest, with approval of the Commission, to Kyle S. Smith in 1961. from 20 to 200 people to use The concession proved to be very successful, as income to the state The minimum size group is amounted to $7,551 in 1947, with lesser amounts the following years. L. It paid $6,016 in 1962. A suit contesting the leasing of public property se of this group service for for concession purposes was filed by a nearby restaurant operator and i2 season. tried in 1957. The Court found in favor of the state.

Depoe Bay State Park The Depoe Bay concession building was constructed in 1956 and named "Depoe Bay Lookout." This name was contested by a Mr. Badley, operator of "The Lookout," a souvenir and viewpoint shop at the highway summit at Otter Crest. The Commission then changed the name to *k was established in Febru- Depoe Bay State Park. Concession privileges were contracted to Oregon signed an agreement with Gifts, Inc., on April 26, 1956, at a rate of 7% of gross sales. On ie large building at the park December 6, 1957, the Commission granted permission to close the X lessee also used the long, building during the months of January, February and March, except [ 61 ] FEB _ - __ --- _ * I 11111I-I

Saturdays, Sundays and legal state holidays. A transfer of this lease to Mr. Phillips was give Mr. and Mrs. Richard F. Thomas was approved on March 2, 1962. The Cascadia State Park on t present lease expires January 1, 1964. This arrangement has been dated April 29, 1959, and i reasonably successful. Payment to the state in 1962 amounted to $2,257. The Highway Commis the Cascadia School Distri. Wallowa Lake State Park source in excess of that nei The boat concession at Wallowa Lake was given to Mrs. Irene B. Wiggins, operator and owner of the Wallowa Lake Lodge, in 1947, as a Grazing Leases part of the consideration in which the state purchased from her 83 acres The Multnomah Falls C of land as a part of the park area. The agreement ran for five years tract of land at Rooster I with no charge for that period of use. The agreement has been renewed This area is located betwe, from time to time, but the extensions are all at the rate of 10% of the being used. Bids were call gross income. The amount paid to the state during 1962 amounted to bid $505.50 per year for f $905. The boat dock and facilities are state-owned property. In 1939 there was a c sheep at Humbug Mountaii Humbug Mountain State Park year. A dairy product concession was established at Humbug Mountain Another agreement was State Park in Curry County. The Highway Commission called for bids for him to graze sheep at C and awarded the contract in 1958 to J. B. Kosta, the only bidder. The per year. bid price was $25 per season. The Commission justified this price as an Little revenue was rec experiment to determine the need for the concession. was very difficult to count The concession was not too successful and Mr. Kosta transferred the adjoining lands. These lea agreement to H. Knapp, who operated it for two seasons, 1959 and 1960, increased and development after which it was abandoned because of the small volume of business. A farm lease was ente 45 acres of land at Chamr Farewell Bend State Park year and the agreement tei During the last half of 1962, studies were made as to the necessity of a boat and store concession at Farewell Bend State Park near Hunt- Organization ington. Results of the study led to the advertising for a concessionaire to operate a store building, boat dock, etc., to serve the needs of the Oregon State Parks and R boating public using the waters of the Snake River in the vicinity. Rental is to be $118.50 per month. The state constructed a small store- Plan for Park Developmen- building, car parking area and the boating facility. The State Highway Coi The concession agreement is dated February 18, 1963, and is issued up by the Legislature whii to Bruce Kirkpatrick of Baker. Parks and Recreation Divi develop and maintain area: Land Leases of interest for park purpc welfare and pleasure of ti Boiler Bay Wayside sites to be acquired to pre. and ways to our ocean The Highway Commission approved a 5-year lease, beginning bea lations and provisions for t November 8, 1962, to Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd C. Finley for a T.V. antenna all recreational, scenic and site located on top of the promontory on the easterly side of the highway by, or under the control of, in Boiler Bay Wayside. The rental rate is $100 per year. The T.V. The Highway Commissi antenna serves the community of Depoe Bay and nearby houses by a Parks and Recreation Divis contract for the service with Mr. and Mrs. Finley. regulations, approving the the organizational Cascadia State Park structur* Expenditures for state Ben F. Phillips, who operates a motel near Cascadia State Park in securing the greatest pos Linn County, was granted a permit on November 15, 1961, to use water benefit the people on a sta from a spring on the southerly side of the highway at Cascadia Park. must have great natural at Mr. Phillips needed the water to supply his motel. The rate of payment recreational opportunities is $25 per year. interest. This precludes ac [ 62 ] Mr. Phillips was given permission to install a T.V. antenna in Cascadia State Park on the south side of the highway. The lease is dated April 29, 1959, and is at the rate of $25 per year. The Highway Commission approved on October 11, 1951, granting the Cascadia School District #58 the right to obtain water from the park source in excess of that needed for park use. was given to Mrs. Irene B. ra Lake Lodge, in 1947, as a Grazing Leases purchased from her 83 acres The Multnomah Falls Gift Shop, Inc., asked in 1957 to lease a 72-acre greement ran for five years tract of land at Rooster Rock State Park for stock grazing purposes. igreement has been renewed This area is located between the highway and the railroad and was not 11 at the rate of 10% of the being used. Bids were called and the gift shop was high bidder, having te during 1962 amounted to bid $505.50 per year for five years. This agreement was not renewed. -owned property. In 1939 there was a contract awarded to Robert Fromm to graze sheep at Humbug Mountain State Park at a cost of 50 cents per head per year. ished at Humbug Mountain Another agreement was entered into about 1939 with Vernon Turner Commission called for bids for him to graze sheep at Cape Sebastian State Park at 50 cents per head Kosta, the only bidder. The per year. ion justified this price as an Little revenue was received from these sheep grazing leases as it ncession. was very difficult to count the sheep scattered throughout the park and adjoining lands. These leases were canceled in 1953 as park usage had id Mr. Kosta transferred the increased and developments were started. two seasons, 1959 and 1960, A farm lease was entered into with Henry Zorn in about 1944 for ie small volume of business. 45 acres of land at Champoeg State Park. Agreed price was $225 per year and the agreement terminated at the end of 1955.

?re made as to the necessity Bend State Park near Hunt- Organization 'ertising for a concessionaire Oregon State Parks and Recreation Division and Organization ., to serve the needs of the snake River in the vicinity. Plan for Park Development and Changes te constructed a small store- facility. The State Highway Commission operates under certain controls set ^uary 18, 1963, and is issued up by the Legislature which established its jurisdiction over the State Parks and Recreation Division. This includes the authority to acquire, develop and maintain areas containing scenic values and other features of interest for park purposes as might be necessary for the general welfare and pleasure of the public. The law also provided for park sites to be acquired to preserve stands of native trees, flowers, shrubs and ways to our ocean beaches. The Commission may also make regu- a 5-year lease, beginning lations and provisions for the use and administration of state parks and C. Finley for a T.V. antenna all recreational, scenic and other places of attraction which are owned easterly side of the highway by, or under the control of, the State Highway Commission. is $100 per year. The T.V. The Highway Commission regulates the basic activities of the State lay and nearby houses by a Parks and Recreation Division, such as formulating the policies, making Finley. regulations, approving the general plan of procedure, the budget and the organizational structure of the division. Expenditures for state park areas are made with the thought of near Cascadia State Park in securing the greatest possible recreational values which will most ember 15, 1961, to use water benefit the people on a state-wide basis. Thus areas that are acquired X highway at Cascadia Park. must have great natural attractions, be unique, or provide outstanding motel. The rate of payment recreational opportunities which are considered to be of state-wide interest. This precludes acquisition of areas determined to be only of [ 63 ] local recreational interest. It is felt that municipalities, communities and This cared for the require counties have a definite responsibility to their own residents in pro- parks, but did not stop tl viding developed recreational opportunities for them. While it is started several years earliE realized that state parks are heavily used by local people, it is felt that To further relieve the the character of the park should be such that it would attract, and A report from the study thereby serve, people from other sections of the state as well. plan with that of other st Oregon state parks are free to the public, there being no entrance The many letters in the fili or parking charges; fees are only for special services or facilities, such were well pleased with the as overnight camping. This is based on the assumption that the people this state. The great increz who use them should pay toward the cost of providing and maintaining and acceptance of the plan. them. The State Parks Supei The State Parks and Recreation Division, with respect to its principal has to function in coordir administrative, supervisory and professional positions, is organized in Highway Department. Alt depth so that qualified and experienced persons presently filling the the other Highway Depart principal positions are also gaining experience through their everyday affect vehicular traffic, la activities in preparation for higher positions when such may become are also benefited in many vacant at any time in the future. tendent's position in relat Funds for expenditures for Oregon state parks come from the State close cooperation that the i Highway General Fund. These funds are derived from road user taxes, available to the Parks Div including those levied on motor vehicle fuel and use, and ownership and the people of this state. He operation of motor vehicles. for consultation and specik struction, building and bi Plan of Park Management Changes testing, specification and i Oregon's first State Parks Superintendent was appointed in 1929. result, this situation promo His duties were, in the main, to search for and recommend areas suitable at less cost. for state parks, plus the added responsibility of construction, maintenance and care of all park areas. State Park Organization al During the years in which the federal alphabetical organizations were Assistant State Highway E aiding in the park development, it was the duty of the Parks Superin- The Assistant State Hig tendent to supervise the work of all of these agencies insofar as the park Commission on park matte work was concerned, and also to further the acquisition program. The park responsibilities. cooperative work ceased at the beginning of World War II and was never resumed. At the end of the war the Commission added to the State Parks Superintenden responsibilities of the Parks Superintendent the duty of landscaping along the highways and on other properties of the Commission. This The Parks Superintend work was previously being done by a landscaper assigned to the and management as he is r Construction Division. tions. He must expend the In late 1947 it was suggested that a separate group, under the direc- such a manner as to insui tion of the Construction Division, be organized and be responsible for his duties are mainly adm the landscaping of the roads, the highway building grounds, the stock- the working knowledge of pile sites, etc. In late 1948 this change was put into effect. The Parks to park operations. In addi Superintendent was to confine his efforts to acquisition, development ment and maintenance of and operation of the state parks. planner in order that the I A new Parks Superintendent was appointed on July 1, 1950. The to the public in the future Commission decided in 1950 that further acquisition was unnecessary in to supervising, coordinatin connection with the park program-at least for the time being. The he has the responsibility i Parks Superintendent was to confine his efforts to development of the relations, recommendations areas already obtained. tion of the state park syste The new policy relating to acquisition created a very difficult Superintendent coordinates uroblem, in that so many people had definite and decided opinions, assistants through the Depi whether good or bad, relative to such plans. Many well-meaning people State Parks and Recreatior advocated no development but an increase in the acquisition. The Commission was not induced to change the plans for construction Working with the Stat and maintenance. It did approve increasing the acquisitions as needed. Parks and Recreation Ad) [ 64 ] micipalities, communities and This cared for the requirements necessitated by the increase in use of their own residents in pro- parks, but did not stop the clamor for a separate parks organization ties for them. While it is started several years earlier. by local people, it is felt that To further relieve the situation, a study was made during 1955-56. a that it would attract, and A report from the study group favorably compared the Oregon park )f the state as well. plan with that of other states, producing a desirable counterinfluence. jlic, there being no entrance The many letters in the files further indicate that the users of the parks ial services or facilities, such were well pleased with the Commission's plan of handling the parks in e assumption that the people this state. The great increase in park attendance also indicates approval of providing and maintaining and acceptance of the plan The State Parks Superintendent, in addition to his regular duties, l, with respect to its principal has to function in coordination with other division heads within the ial positions, is organized in Highway Department. Although state park activities are of concern to persons presently filling the the other Highway Department Supervisors, such as how the use may ence through their everyday affect vehicular traffic, land acquisition matters, etc., the state parks ons when such may become are also benefited in many ways. The above is due to the Parks Superin- tendent's position in relation to these divisions, for it is through this .e parks come from the State close cooperation that the many services of the Road Division are made lerived from road user taxes, available to the Parks Division. This results in a substantial saving to I and use, and ownership and the people of this state. He has experts available from the Road Division for consultation and special analysis on problems relating to road construction, building and bridge design, traffic engineering, laboratory testing, specification and contract writing, plans, publicity, etc. As a result, this situation promotes greater efficiency of state park operations dent was appointed in 1929. ind recommend areas suitable at less cost. lity of construction, mainte- State Park Organization and Duties phabetical organizations were Assistant State Highway Engineer a duty of the Parks Superin- The Assistant State Highway Engineer reports to the State Highway e agencies insofar as the park Commission on park matters and has general supervision over all of the he acquisition program. The park responsibilities. s of World War II and was he Commission added to the State Parks Superintendent ent the duty of landscaping The Parks Superintendent must be well qualified in park techniques ies of the Commission. This and management as he is responsible for all phases of state park opera- landscaper assigned to the tions. He must expend the funds made available for park purposes in such a manner as to insure the greatest benefit to the public. While arate group, under the direc- his duties are mainly administrative, it is also necessary that he have nized and be responsible for the working knowledge of a wide range of technical subjects pertinent building grounds, the stock- to park operations. In addition to directing overall acquisition, develop- is put into effect. The Parks ment and maintenance of the parks system, he must be an envisionary to acquisition, development planner in order that the park system will fulfill its purpose of service ointed on July 1, 1950. The to the public in the future as well as at the present time. In addition cquisition was unnecessary in to supervising, coordinating and outlining the duties of his own staff, ast for the time being. The he has the responsibility of preparation of the annual budget, public relations, recommendations on policy and regulations covering the opera- ~fforts to development of the tion of the state park system. As to the activities of his staff, the Parks on created a very difficult Superintendent coordinates, directs, assigns and reviews the work of his !finite and decided opinions, assistants through the Deputy Superintendent. ;. Many well-meaning people State Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee in the acquisition. nge the plans for construction Working with the State Parks Superintendent is the Oregon State ig the acquisitions as needed. Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee consisting of six members [ 65 1

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appointed by the Governor upon recommendation of the Highway follows through on the su Commission. This Committee was created in September, 1957, and has construction. the responsibility of acting in an advisory capacity to the Highway Office Commission on park and recreation matters through the State Parks Management Sectio Superintendent. Park problems referred to the Committee for their The Office Managemer thinking, consideration and analysis include policy changes, land acqui- for information and many sition and purchase, park development, historical features, concessions prepare the annual budgE and controversial matters. Superintendent, listing hih Separate amounts are listE Deputy Parks Superintendent ects, maintenance, adminiE

The Deputy Parks Superintendent is the principal assistant to the Field Operation Section Superintendent and in his absence assumes the Parks Superintendent's duties. His principal responsibility is supervision over all of the park The principal duty of 1 forces and their activities. This involves direct supervision through the supervise the technical fie Assistant Parks Superintendent, a Field Engineer, five District Super- Superintendent. He plans visors and all field forces engaged in operation, maintenance and im- inspects and reviews the x provement of the state parks. He directs the assignment and inspection nance forces, including coi of the work of the state park field forces and checks the work of techni- The State Parks and RE cians in many professions. He also supervises the preparation of all 150 are on a year-round 1 project plans, development, etc. for field work during the E The Deputy Parks Superintendent also supervises and directs the summer use. Actually it i activities of the Recreation Division, as well as the land acquisition this being made possible t group. Division, as the road pers part-time and consulting I Recreation Division District Park Supervisors The Recreation Division was established as a result of the 1959 legis- The state park system lative action whereby the law relating to state parks was modified by changing the title of the State Parks Division to State Parks and Recrea- administration and operat in charge of each. Distric tion Division of the Highway Department, establishing the position of visor is in charge of all p Recreation Director and setting forth his duties under the State Parks Superintendent. state. Park District II S responsibility of all parks The work carried on by the Recreation Director is to aid the small near Drain and from the s communities and the counties of Oregon to establish recreation facilities District III Supervisor is lR and plan recreation programs. along the coast in the sout Land Acquisition Section headquarters at Bend ant well as some of the soutl It is the duty of the Land Acquisition Section to follow through on located at La Grande and I acquisition of the proposed areas by checking on the progress in the state. series of operations, such as correct descriptions, title reports, negotiations, etc. Engineering Unit When negotiations have been completed, the Acquisition Supervisor The Engineering Unit, makes detailed records of the transactions and advises his superior. He makes surveys of park are also maintains detailed records of other transactions, such as agreements, all types of contract jobs, leases, easements, sales, logging contracts, permits for roads and pole lines crossing park properties, etc. phases of park work inmv lishes park boundary lii Assistant Parks Superintendent improvements. The Assistant Parks Superintendent is the principal aide to the Parks Planning Section Superintendent and his deputy. The assistant acts as the principal The Planning Section c engineer of the division, supervises the Office Management Section tive to the present and ft Field Operation Section, Engineering Unit and the Planning Section. The planner makes exploi He checks the work of these sections for compliance with policy, correct- they meet the specification ness of plans and design by the Engineers and the Planning Unit, and [ 66 ] follows through on the surveys and development of logical designs for mendation of the Highway construction. in September, 1957, and has ry capacity to the Highway Office Management Section ers through the State Parks to the Committee for their The Office Management Section takes care of the records, requests e policy changes, land acqui- for information and many other duties. One of its many functions is to storical features, concessions prepare the annual budget under the direction of the Assistant Parks Superintendent, listing his recommendations for all park expenditures. Separate amounts are listed for surveys, acquisitions, construction projects, maintenance, administration and supervision. he principal assistant to the Field Operation Section s the Parks Superintendent's Ervision over all of the park The principal duty of the Chief of the Field Operation Section is to irect supervision through the supervise the technical field work as an aid to the Assistant State Parks ngineer, five District Super- Superintendent. He plans and assigns the work for each supervisor, and ration, maintenance and im- inspects and reviews the work performed by the custodial and mainte- he assignment and inspection nance forces, including construction work in the parks. id checks the work of techni- The State Parks and Recreation Division has 215 employees, of which -vises the preparation of all 150 are on a year-round basis. The others are seasonal workers hired for field work during the summer season in order to care for the greater o supervises and directs the summer use. Actually it is a relatively small organization numerically, well as the land acquisition this being made possible through the relationship it has with the Road Division, as the road personnel is made available to the division on a part-time and consulting basis.

District Park Supervisors I as a result of the 1959 legis- The state park system is divided into five geographical districts for state parks was modified by administration and operation purposes, with a District Park Supervisor n to State Parks and Recrea- in charge of each. District I headquarters is in Portland. This super- , establishing the position of visor is in charge of all park areas in the northwestern portion of the Juties under the State Parks state. Park District II Supervisor is located in Salem. He has the responsibility of all parks in the area immediately south of District I to i Director is to aid the small near Drain and from the summit of the Cascade Mountains to the coast. establish recreation facilities District III Supervisor is located at Coquille and administers those parks along the coast in the southwest portion of the state. District IV has its headquarters at Bend and takes in the central portion of the state as well as some of the southwestern portion. District V headquarters is Section to follow through on located at La Grande and takes in the parks in the eastern portion of the !king on the progress in the state. ptions, title reports, negotia- Engineering Unit i, the Acquisition Supervisor The Engineering Unit, under the Assistant Parks Superintendent, and advises his superior. He makes surveys of park areas, prepares park plans and specifications for isactions, such as agreements, all types of contract jobs, makes investigations and reports on various permits for roads and pole phases of park work involving engineering. This section also establishes park boundary lines and makes layouts of numerous park improvements. he principal aide to the Parks Planning Section distant acts as the principal The Planning Section conducts investigations and makes studies rela- Office Management Section, tive to the present and future development needs of the park system. t and the Planning Section. The planner makes explorations of proposed park sites to determinn- if Tnpliance with policy, correct- they meet the specifications established for state parks. He also studies , and the Planning Unit, and [ 67 ]

I. existing parks to determine if improvements are required as a result of overuse of the facilities. He makes projection charts from past attendance at each park, as a further aid, and also directs the preparation of plans for proper development of each area in accordance with the best recreational land use practices. He carries on a continuing investigation to ascertain the public's desires in recreation and what provisions will be necessary to adequately serve the public due to the increasing needs in the state. There are other considerations entering into the selection of areas for state park purposes. In many cases a park is not only judged on an individual basis, but also as to the recreational needs in a certain region or area, and its relationship to facilities and recreational developments provided by other agencies. In addition to having outstanding scenic or recreational opportunities, state park requirements include the adaptability of the area to development which includes its suitability for recreational use; i.e., whether it is practical to develop the area and provide facilities for the health, comfort and safety of the visitors. This consideration is governed, in most cases, by the cost of the project in relation to the amount of anticipated visitation to the area. In addition, because justification for state parks in Oregon is one of service to the public, it is important that the acquisition of additional areas to the state parks system contribute as much as possible toward providing the varied recreational needs of the people who are to use them. Future park area deficiencies are determined by public utilization forecasts of the areas in use, and examinations are made of suitable properties that might be obtained as needed. In the development of the state parks, improvements are made in a manner to best meet the recreational needs of the people. It is realized that use trends and the public's preferences in recreation are subject to change, so park programming must of necessity be flexible to meet these changing needs. The development of areas for public recreational use requires that thorough studies be made in order that the facilities and areas provided will yield the highest possible public service and be in conformity with the purpose for which the areas were acquired. (Much of this article has been taken from a paper written by R. C. Dunlap, August 6, 1959.)

State Parks Policy The following is a report rendered by R. C. Dunlap, Parks Planner, in 1957 relating to policy established by the Highway Commission in the various phases of acquisition, development and use of Oregon State Parks: "The State Highway Commission in Oregon also functions as the Parks Commission, and as such establishes the policy relative to the operation of the parks system. "The Legislature has set up certain controls to guide the Highway Commission in its park functions. Among these controls is to establish policy as relates to the acquisition of areas for park purposes, as follows: Each should have some scenic or recreational value or other attraction which will contribute to the general welfare and pleasure of the public; typical growths of trees native to the state are to be acquired and protected as vell as shrubs and flowers; and, provisions shall be made to provide public ways to the rivers and sea beaches of the state. Revenue [ 68 ] Ls are required as a result of ion charts from past attend- so directs the preparation of in accordance with the best Dn a continuing investigation on and what provisions will due to the increasing needs into the selection of areas ark is not only judged on an nal needs in a certain region d recreational developments having outstanding scenic or rements include the adapta- includes its suitability for ,al to develop the area and d safety of the visitors. This ly the cost of the project in ion to the area. In addition, *gon is one of service to the additional areas to the state toward providing the varied use them. 'mined by public utilization ations are made of suitable 1. mprovements are made in a of the people. It is realized in recreation are subject to sity be flexible to meet these for public recreational use order that the facilities and ble public service and be in areas were acquired. paper written by R. C. Dunlap,

'. C. Dunlap, Parks Planner, Highway Commission in the t and use of Oregon State regon also functions as the s the policy relative to the itrols to guide the Highway these controls is to establish or park purposes, as follows: lal value or other attraction ] and pleasure of the public; are to be acquired and pro- provisions shall be made to ?aches of the state. Revenue [ 69 ] to acquire, improve, maintain and operate the park system is derived tional land to alleviate from the road user. The reasoning behind this is that the use of the land is indicated. parks creates travel. "Park acquisitions ar "From the above it is evident that the Legislature intended that important requirement ( Oregon's state parks be of service to the people and the motorist in ownership may create a particular. This is the keynote in the operation and development of the desirable to complete ti park system. Especially has this become true in the last five years with standing natural feature the utilization of so many areas acquired in a period of more than the public interests arE twenty years prior. well as wide variety of "The following is a brief discussion of state park policy as divided attained. into the several phases of the parks program. Development Acquisition "For some 20 years been one of emphasis on "Expenditures for state park areas are made with the thought in mind to secure the greatest possible recreational values for the state containing some of the obtained, ways were ace which will in turn be of the most benefit to the people on a state-wide miles of forest waysides basis. This policy precludes the acquisition of areas which are not distinctive or of notable character to be of interest to, or attract, people of these park areas beca from other parts of the state. Other areas which are not considered for the Highway Commissio changing its theretofore acquisition are those located within or near urban or suburban commu- development. nities, it being the thinking that it is a local responsibility to provide recreation areas and facilities for these people. "Oregon's state park "Many considerations enter into the selection of areas for state park five years as studies has purposes. Although natural features of recreational interest to people made for the proper nur are, so to speak, located 'where you find them,' it is park policy to make comforts and convenien acquisition expenditures, insofar as possible, in every county so the more enjoyable. Care 1 largest number of people on a state-wide basis will benefit therefrom. structures and other al In line with this thinking is the practice of giving adequate consideration natural features. A poli to accessibility, as the element of public use is very important in select- anticipated public use ha ing a site; thus it is difficult to justify the acquisition of an area if it to the people at the least will not promote use. requires that maximum "Individually, a state park must have certain natural attractions tion of the perishable fE which will be of interest to people or features they enjoy from a recrea- ance forecasts have pro' tional standpoint. 'Recreation' means different things to people; to some park expansion prior to it means an environment to relax in; to others it may be such strenuous "Oregon's parks are activities as hiking or swimming; while many people enjoy outstanding tional needs of the peop] scenic features by observation. Other state park requirements include programming must of the adaptability of the area to development which includes its suitability builds around the natun for recreational use and whether it is practicable to develop the required areas requires that thorc facilities for the health, comfort and safety of the visitors. This con- ments to be constructed sideration is in most cases governed by the cost of the project in relation conformity with the pur to the amount of anticipated visitation. Not all areas acquired for the state parks system are intended for intensive use. For example, areas of Operation and Maintena recreation value have been accepted in many cases from donors who "It is the policy of t desired only a minimum of improvement. kept in the best of phys "As the justification for Oregon state parks is one of service, it is maintained in a clean, n highly important that the acquisition of additional areas contribute as public's enjoyment is ir much as possible toward providing the amount and type of space re- State park field personn( quired to fulfill the varied recreational needs of the people. Individual State Highway Mainten park attendance forecasts are utilized to determine in advance where the labor as well as equipm impact of increased use may be destructive of the natural features, a resultant saving in and/or where public enjoyment may be lessened due to overcrowded Department maintains r conditions. Thus, arrangements are made in advance to purchase addi- of which is paid for by i [ 70 1 tional land to alleviate the results of overuse wherever a shortage of land is indicated. "Park acquisitions are made for other reasons than to fulfill the very ) Legislature intended that important requirement of sufficient space. In some cases a diversity of people and the motorist in ownership may create administrative problems, thus, making it highly ion and development of the desirable to complete the park ownership pattern. Acquisition of out- e in the last five years with standing natural features subject to private exploitation is necessary if in a period of more than the public interests are to be safeguarded. Geographical balance as well as wide variety of types of parks is strived for although not easily ;tate park policy as divided attained. Development "For some 20 years prior to 1950 the predominate parks policy had been one of emphasis on land acquisition. During this period many areas made with the thought in containing some of the state's most outstanding natural features were ational values for the state to the Pacific Ocean beaches, and many ) the people on a state-wide obtained, ways were acquired miles n of areas which are not of forest waysides set aside. Public demands for the development nterest to, or attract, people of these park areas became increasingly strong after World War II, and the Highway Commission responded to the public's recreation needs by vhich are not considered for urban or suburban commu- changing its theretofore predominate policy of acquisition to one of ,al responsibility to provide development. )le. "Oregon's state parks have been rapidly improved during the past ction of areas for state park five years as studies have indicated the necessity. Provisions have been ,reational interest to people made for the proper number, amount and type of facilities for the basic m,' it is park policy to make comforts and convenience of park visitors in order to make their stay le, in every county so the more enjoyable. Care has been taken in the design and placement of )asis will benefit therefrom. structures and other appurtenances so as not to adversely alter the iving adequate consideration natural features. A policy of weighing park improvement costs against is very important in select- anticipated public use has resulted in a maximum of recreational benefits acquisition of an area if it to the people at the least cost. Orderly park development and expansion requires that maximum public use be insured while holding the destruc- tion of the perishable features to a minimum. Individual park attend- certain natural attractions ance forecasts have proved of great value in anticipating the need for es they enjoy from a recrea- park expansion prior to the destructive impact of overuse. ?nt things to people; to some :rs it may be such strenuous "Oregon's parks are developed in a manner to best meet the recrea- ny people enjoy outstanding tional needs of the people. It is realized that use trends change, so park programming must of necessity be flexible; however, basically one ^ park requirements include which includes its suitability builds around the natural features of an area. The development of new ,able to develop the required areas requires that thorough studies be made in order that the improve- y of the visitors. This con- ments to be constructed will yield the highest possible public use in yost of the project in relation conformity with the purposes for which the area was acquired. )t all areas acquired for the e use. For example, areas of Operation and Maintenance any cases from donors who "It is the policy of the Highway Commission that park facilities be kept in the best of physical condition. Park grounds and facilities are )arks is one of service, it is maintained in a clean, neat, sanitary and orderly manner; and thus, the Iditional areas contribute as public's enjoyment is increased and their health and safety protected. lount and type of space re- State park field personnel operate and maintain the park areas; although, ds of the people. Individual State Highway Maintenance Divisions can readily be called upon for ermine in advance where the labor as well as equipment in case of emergencies or special tasks with ve of the natural features, a resultant saving in time and money to the state. The Highway ?ssened due to overcrowded Department maintains park roads, bridges and parking areas, the cost n advance to purchase addi- of which is paid for by funds allocated for such purposes. t 71 ] Revenue Non-Conforming Uses "The revenue obtained by state parks operation is a very small sum "These may include gi as compared to its annual expenditures varying from five to ten percent power sites, building sites of the total in the past few years. Oregon's parks are free for the public Several of these have bee to use, there being no entrance or parking charges or other means of others may be justified in tl collecting fees for the general use of the areas. Nominal charges are "The governing principl made for special services or facilities, such as overnight camping. This to permit certain types of i is based on the assumption that those who use these areas should pay affect the park in any way toward the cost of providing and maintaining them, which in most cases, the public from a recreation entails substantial construction and operating costs. "It is park policy to pen "It has not been the policy to provide hotel, cabin and lodge accom- a non-public use area, and modations in Oregon state parks; these in many states are heavy income recreational use of the pat producers. Basically, it is believed, living accommodations should be some park areas by reduci provided only as a means of enabling the visitors to obtain a fuller and permits, these operations rm more satisfactory enjoyment of state parks. Leases, rentals and salvage does not take place which v timber sales contribute to the revenue received from Oregon state parks, of wildlife or start erosion i in addition to the charges made for special services. so-called 'non-conforming i an area as a park. Timber Resources Leases "Oregon state parks include many miles of timbered waysides containing representative stands of the state's native trees, and in addition, "The Highway Commiss most other parks have varying amounts of tree growth. It is the policy ness or concern of any kind to preserve these timber resources to as great an extent as possible in in state parks without perr conformity with good park management practices. Park improvements of such privileges is detern are made with careful regard to tree and shrub growth, and overuse of services will make toward an area by the public which would destroy these features is continually effect upon the park itself. guarded against. Park personnel are on the alert for timber trespass, accompanied by a lack of pi and when such cannot be prevented, action is vigorously pursued against the vicinity, which is the de( the offender to reimburse the state for the damages incurred. Adequate controls over the "It is park practice to sell dead and down timber if the removal does agreement so that the state'! not impair park values to a greater extent than the benefits gained. River, Stream and Lake Ac This would include salvage of windthrow and other down material, as well as dead or dying standing trees in some cases. This practice may "The trend of the past fi alleviate a fire hazardous condition or prevent an insect or disease lakes, reservoirs, rivers ai buildup that would threaten park timber nearby. Dangerous standing emphasized the need for ac trees are removed if they are a threat to public safety. The Highway will become of increasing in Department employs the services of a forester for timber appraisal work greater and the opportuniti who also handles park timber salvage operations. Advice on forestry The State Parks Division is problems is sought from both federal and state forestry agencies as sites that are suitable for sta situations occur that require technical treatment. Adequate safeguards to promote stream and lake are taken to protect tree and shrub growth in park areas where it is looked. Proposed highway necessary to grant easements or rights of way for utilities, etc. All are investigated to determii requests for removal of shrubbery or flowers in state parks are denied; provide access especially fox thus, preserving them for the enjoyment of the general public. "Governmental agencies prior to reservoir construct Hunting areas will be set aside for si "It is unlawful to kill or injure any bird or mammal in a state park; not be hindered or prever all parks are game refuges and the wildlife therein are for the enjoy- property areas on reservoir' ment of the visitors to observe. However, the control of predatory ning from a recreational sta animals and rodents may be ordered by the Highway Commission, as it the federal level." was not intended for state parks to be reservoirs for the dissemination The Highway Commissic of species injurious to surrounding interests. Advice or assistance on resolution on May 26, 1952: game management problems is sought from the State Game Commission. "1. No fire shall be bu [ 72 ] jeration is a very small sum "These may include grazing, mining, farming, logging, hunting, ring from five to ten percent power sites, building sites and right of way permits of certain types. parks are free for the public Several of these have been previously discussed, while some of the charges or other means of others may be justified in the sense of good management. areas. Nominal charges are "The governing principle as to whether allowances should be made as overnight camping. This to permit certain types of uses of park property is: Does it adversely use these areas should pay affect the park in any way which would not be in the best interests of g them, which in most cases, the public from a recreation standpoint? ng costs. "It is park policy to permit grazing, for example, if it is confined to otel, cabin and lodge accom- a non-public use area, and thus does not interfere in any way with the iany states are heavy income recreational use of the park. Grazing may be of material benefit to accommodations should be some park areas by reduction of fire hazards. However, as with all isitors to obtain a fuller and permits, these operations must be controlled in order that overgrazing Leases, rentals and salvage does not take place which would deteriorate the range to the detriment ved from Oregon state parks, of wildlife or start erosion on park lands. Thus, decisions are made on services. so-called 'non-conforming uses' by what is beneficial or detrimental to an area as a park. s of timbered waysides con- Leases native trees, and in addition, "The Highway Commission does not permit the operation of a busi- tree growth. It is the policy ness or concern of any kind for the purpose of selling goods or services 'eat an extent as possible in in state parks without permission. Commission policy on the granting -actices. Park improvements of such privileges is determined on the basis of the contribution such hrub growth, and overuse of services will make toward the enjoyment of the park visitors and the these features is continually effect upon the park itself. It is on the basis of public need, usually he alert for timber trespass, accompanied by a lack of privately operated services of a like nature in is vigorously pursued against the vicinity, which is the deciding factor as to whether a lease is granted. damages incurred. Adequate controls over the lessee's operations are incorporated in the n timber if the removal does agreement so that the state's interests are fully protected. it than the benefits gained. River, Stream and Lake Access and other down material, as ne cases. This practice may "The trend of the past few years toward increased use of the state's revent an insect or disease lakes, reservoirs, rivers and streams for recreational purposes has nearby. Dangerous standing emphasized the need for adequate access in the public's interest. This public safety. The Highway will become of increasing importance in the future as the demand grows er for timber appraisal work greater and the opportunities for setting aside access strips decreases. Xrations. Advice on forestry The State Parks Division is limited in acquiring water frontage areas to I state forestry agencies as sites that are suitable for state park purposes. However, any opportunity tment. Adequate safeguards to promote stream and lake access for present or future use is not over- .h in park areas where it is looked. Proposed highway locations along or across lakes and streams E way for utilities, etc. All are investigated to determine what provisions are necessary, if any, to rs in state parks are denied; provide access especially for future use. ' the general public. "Governmental agencies are being urged to plan for recreational use prior to reservoir construction in order that sufficient water frontage areas will be set aside for such use, and the public's right to access will [ or mammal in a state park; not be hindered or prevented. The disposal of government surplus e therein are for the enjoy- property areas on reservoirs is another field in which long-range plan- r, the control of predatory ning from a recreational standpoint should be carefully considered from e Highway Commission, as it the federal level." ervoirs for the dissemination The Highway Commission formally approved the following 17-point ;ts. Advice or assistance on resolution on May 26, 1952: the State Game Commission. "1. No fire shall be built, lighted or maintained within the state [ 73 1 park except in a camp stove or a fireplace provided, maintained or "17. The rules and rej designated for such purpose, excepting however, that gasoline or oil govern all state parks, and s camp stoves may be used in established camp sites or picnic areas where and records of the Commiss other stoves are provided. All fires shall be extinguished by their user 26th day of May, 1952." before leaving the park. "2. All parks are game refuges. No person shall discharge any Uniforms firearm in a state park, and all firearms brought into a state park must be unloaded. It became apparent by identified by the public. 1 "3. No person shall molest, injure or kill any bird or mammal or patrons were seeking info disturb its habitat in a state park, except for the control of predatory concern. It was believed th animals and rodents as may be ordered by the State Highway be the most satisfactory me Commission. After careful "4. No person shall pick flowers, foliage, or cut, break, dig up or in study of of color, a recommendation any way mutilate any tree, shrub, plant or fern, or burn, cut or mutilate any railing, building, seat, fence or other structure within a state park. gray wool and gray cotton uniforms were to be worn w "5. No person shall dig up or remove any dirt, stones, rock or other patches of a suitable design substance whatever, make any excavation, quarry any stone, or lay or for those employees who ha set off any blast, or cause or assist in doing any of the said things within for those on other jobs or a state park without permission from the State Highway Commission. female employees was to "6. No person shall erect signs, markers or inscriptions of any type Commission approved the p without permission from the State Highway Commission. The Highway Commissic "7. No person, while in a state park, may operate a concession, either fixed or mobile, or engage in the business of soliciting, selling or Parks Superintendents and peddling any liquids or edibles for human consumption, or distribute circulars, or hawk, peddle or vend any goods, wares or merchandise in Each successive Parks S a state park without permission from the State Highway Commission. lined to him at the beginnir "8. Automobiles, trailers or other vehicles shall be parked only in of the Chief Engineer or th, designated parking areas. to the rules of the State Civ "9. No dogs or other pets shall be allowed in state parks unless said Samuel H. Boardman we animals are confined in a vehicle or kept on a leash. His term of office was from times referred to as the "10. No bottles, cans, ashes, waste, paper, garbage or other rubbish directed that his principal shall be left in a state park, except in the receptacles designated for that Commission scenic areas at purpose. suitable for state parks and "11. No person shall set up or use a public address system in a state enjoyment of the present park without the permission of the State Highway Commission. organizations became intere "12. No person shall build a fire in, or set fire to, any pile of drift- Mr. Boardman was directed wood or underbrush. interests were concerned. "13. No person shall ride, drive, lead or keep a saddle horse or other continued to about 1945. animal in any state park, except on such roads, trails or areas designated Sam Boardman found thN for that purpose. No horse or other animal shall be hitched to any tree pleasure and enjoyment. E or shrub in such a manner that may cause damage to such tree or shrub. from 6,444 acres in 1930 to ! "14. No person shall wash any clothing or other materials, or clean 1950. Of this total, 121 parc any fish in a lake, stream or river in a state park. the federal, state and count) "15. No person shall use abusive, threatening, boisterous, vile, many individuals. The amc obscene or indecent language or gestures in a state park, nor shall any 5,730 acres. person cause, attempt to cause or bring about any public demonstrations Upon retirement of Mr. or disturbances. appointed the writer, an en, "16. In order to enforce all rules and regulations, and to maintain a Highway Department, as Ste sanitary and orderly appearance in state parks, the state park employee was from July 1, 1950 to D( in charge of each state park is vested with the authority to require all more emphasis on constructi persons using said park to abide by the rules and regulations, as well as Therefore, this 10-year pern the authority to determine the size, type and arrangement of individual Construction of overnight c; camping facilities in the park. made and put into effect for [ 74 ] Lce provided, maintained or "17. The rules and regulations set forth in this resolution shall )wever, that gasoline or oil govern all state parks, and said resolution shall be entered in the minutes Lp sites or picnic areas where and records of the Commission taken at the Commission meeting on the e extinguished by their user 26th day of May, 1952." person shall discharge any Uniforms a state park must ought into It became apparent by 1957 that park employees should be easily identified by the public. This was particularly necessary when park Kill any bird or mammal or patrons were seeking information or wishing to report a matter of for the control of predatory concern. It was believed that clothing of uniform color and style would ?d by the State Highway be the most satisfactory method of identification. After careful study of other agency uniforms, to avoid duplication e, or cut, break, dig up or in of color, a recommendation was made to the Highway Commission for fern, or burn, cut or mutilate gray wool and gray cotton material for jackets, shirts and slacks. All state park. tructure within a uniforms were to be worn with gray hats, black ties and shoes. Shoulder ny dirt, stones, rock or other patches of a suitable design were to be furnished. The wool clothing was quarry any stone, or lay or for those employees who had to meet the public and the cotton material any of the said things within for those on other jobs or for warm weather use. Clothing for the State Highway Commission. female employees was to be of the same color and material. The s or inscriptions of any type Commission approved the plan. I Commission. The Highway Commission contributed toward the clothing. y operate a concession, either ess of soliciting, selling or Parks Superintendents and Tenure l consumption, or distribute ,ds, wares or merchandise in Each successive Parks Superintendent has had different duties out- State Highway Commission. lined to him at the beginning of his term. His tenure is at the pleasure State Highway Commission and is subject cles shall be parked only in of the Chief Engineer or the to the rules of the State Civil Service Commission. Samuel H. Boardman was Oregon's first State Parks Superintendent. led in state parks unless said His term of office was from August, 1929 to July 1, 1950, and is some- l a leash. times referred to as the "Acquisition Period." Mr. Boardman was er, garbage or other rubbish directed that his principal duty was to select and recommend to the rceptacles designated for that Commission scenic areas and other beauty spots throughout the state suitable for state parks and thereby preserve their scenic beauty for the blic address system in a state enjoyment of the present and future generations. When the federal [ighway Commission. organizations became interested in aiding in the development of parks, set fire to, any pile of drift- Mr. Boardman was directed to supervise the work insofar as the state's interests were concerned. The federal interests began in 1933 and keep a saddle horse or other continued to about 1945. ads, trails or areas designated Sam Boardman found the acquisition program to be a source of great Lshall be hitched to any tree pleasure and enjoyment. He was able to increase the park holdings lamage to such tree or shrub. from 6,444 acres in 1930 to 57,195 acres at the time of his retirement in or other materials, or clean 1950. Of this total, 121 parcels of land were gifts from many sources- park. the federal, state and county governments, as well as firms, groups and hreatening, boisterous, vile, many individuals. The amounts ranged from a fraction of an acre to n a state park, nor shall any 5,730 acres. ut any public demonstrations Upon retirement of Mr. Boardman, the State Highway Commission appointed the writer, an engineer with many years of service with the egulations, and to maintain a Highway Department, as State Parks Superintendent. His term of office irks, the state park employee was from July 1, 1950 to December 31, 1960. He was directed to place l the authority to require all more emphasis on construction and development and less on acquisition. es and regulations, as well as Therefore, this 10-year period is known as the "Construction Period." ad arrangement of individual Construction of overnight camp areas was started in 1952. Plans were made and put into effect for new and enlarged day-use areas. Construc- [ 75 ] 11 _ 1-1 - - - __ - - -1 - 11

tion continued rapidly through the years. As of the close of 1960, a 366.180 State Parks Sul total of 127 improved parks were able to care for the visitors for which assistants. (1) The commiss each area was designed-day users and overnight campers. The use parks and recreation, who s increased nearly fivefold. Purchases during this period amounted to and who shall hold office du 5,800 acres and 33 transactions whereby a total of 5,355 acres were (2) The State Parks Sur exchanged. In addition, there were 51 gifts totaling 2,931 acres and 1,230 to be fixed by the commissioi acres of leased lands during this period. with such actual traveling Maintenance of the parks was difficult at times. With sufficient men incurred in the discharge of to make frequent inspections, many problems were readily overcome (3) The commission shal and others prevented. Areas of heavy use were constantly patrolled State Parks Superintendent, which resulted in clean, neat parks and facilities. State Recreation Director, ar The planning section of the Parks and Recreation Division made of the commission. studies of approximately 150 proposed areas. Many of these areas were (4) The State Recreation proven not usable. Plans were made for all proposed facilities and be fixed by the commission, revised as studies and experience indicated the necessity. with such actual traveling General studies were made, such as the Economic Value of State incurred in discharge of his Parks in Oregon. Other minor studies were completed. The Oregon (5) The commission mal Outdoor Non-Urban Parks and Recreation study was started during the tects, technical assistants an last half of 1960. be necessary for the proper Mark H. Astrup, a landscape architect with 35 years experience, and recreation division. ThE including 15 years with the Highway Department, was appointed State expenses for such staff and c Parks Superintendent on January 1, 1961. He continued in that office (6) This section is subje to July 1, 1962. This period is marked by the completion of the Oregon Civil Service Law. Outdoor Non-Urban Parks and Recreation study. Other studies were completed on such areas as The Cove Palisades, Prineville Reservoir 366.182 Powers and dut and Bullards Beach. Construction and maintenance of parks were the direction of the State P vigorously continued as in the previous period. Greater emphasis was Director shall: placed once again on acquisition and 3,885 acres were acquired, including (a) Study and appraise 4 leases of 617 acres and 9 gifts totaling 2,068 acres. One gift alone was assemble and disseminate in] 1,211 acres from Narcissa J. Washburne of Eugene as a memorial to both tourist and local needs. Carl G. Washburne, her husband. (b) Investigate the reer Harold Schick was appointed State Parks Superintendent on July 1, programs existing or needed 1962. He holds a masters degree in park management, has had several consultation with the approl years experience in park work and is well trained for the position. Just areas, assist in the developm prior to acceptance of the position, Mr. Schick's work was development activities and programs. Ho and management of parks for Marion and Polk Counties and the city of of recreation facilities, pers( Salem. cities, districts and other loc Acqui- The construction and maintenance programs were continued. upon their request. sition again received greater emphasis and for the 6-month period (c) Advise, cooperate wi ending December 31, 1962, it totaled 903 acres. This total acquisition and other local agencies, are; and one gift of nearly four includes one lease on 160 acres at Fort Rock opment and use of recreatio the budget has acres from the Portland Women's Forum. Therefore, public benefit. in acquisition. been increased materially to provide for an increase (d) Recommend and pr personnel, activities and proj Park Laws (e) Aid in recruiting, tra The laws governing Oregon State Parks have been changed from (f) Promote recreation ii time to time, retaining some of the original features. These changes (2) Under the direction c were made to fit the growing needs as ideas and progress made it Recreation Director may: necessary. (a) Encourage and rend The laws as of 1963 are as follows: programs for volunteer and 366.175 State Parks and Recreation Division. The commission shall tion with other public and j establish under'its jurisdiction and control a division to be known as tions and institutions inte the State Parks and Recreation Division. establishment of standards f( [ 76 ] . As of the close of 1960, a 366.180 State Parks Superintendent, State Recreation Director and are for the visitors for which assistants. (1) The commission shall appoint a superintendent of state overnight campers. The use parks and recreation, who shall be called State Parks Superintendent, ing this period amounted to and who shall hold office during the pleasure of the commission. a total of 5,355 acres were (2) The State Parks Superintendent shall receive an annual salary totaling 2,931 acres and 1,230 to be fixed by the commission, payable in monthly installments, together with such actual traveling and other necessary expenses as may be at times. With sufficient men incurred in the discharge of his official duties. lems were readily overcome (3) The commission shall appoint, upon the recommendation of the se were constantly patrolled State Parks Superintendent, a director of recreation, who shall be called cilities. State Recreation Director, and who shall hold office during the pleasure id Recreation Division made of the commission. as. Many of these areas were (4) The State Recreation Director shall receive an annual salary to r all proposed facilities and be fixed by the commission, payable in monthly installments, together I the necessity. with such actual traveling and other necessary expenses as may be he Economic Value of State incurred in discharge of his official duties. Tere completed. The Oregon (5) The commission may employ such engineers, landscape study was started during the archi- tects, technical assistants and such other help as, in its judgment, may be necessary for the proper and efficient administration of the parks t with 35 years experience, and recreation division. The compensation, travel allowance artment, was appointed State and other expenses for such staff and other help shall be fixed by the commission. He continued in that office (6) This section is subject to any applicable the completion of the Oregon provisions of the State Civil Service Law. i study. Other studies were lisades, Prineville Reservoir 366.182 Powers and duties of State Recreation Director. (1) Under maintenance of parks were the direction of the State Parks Superintendent, the State Recreation Eriod. Greater emphasis was Director shall: tcres were acquired, including (a) Study and appraise the recreation needs of this state and )68 acres. One gift alone was assemble and disseminate information relative to recreation, considering of Eugene as a memorial to both tourist and local needs. (b) Investigate the ks Superintendent on July 1, recreation facilities, personnel, activities and programs existing or needed in the nanagement, has had several various areas in this state and, by consultation with the appropriate trained for the position. Just public or private authorities in such areas, assist in the development lick's work was development and coordination of recreation facilities, activities and programs. However, Polk Counties and the city of the director shall not make surveys of recreation facilities, personnel, activities and programs of counties, cities, districts and other local rams were continued. Acqui- agencies, areas and communities except upon their request. ,nd for the 6-month period (c) Advise, cooperate acres. This total acquisition with and encourage counties, cities, districts and other local agencies, areas k and one gift of nearly four and communities interested in the development and use of recreation facilities, activities and . Therefore, the budget has programs for the public benefit. v increase in acquisition. (d) Recommend and promote standards for recreation facilities, personnel, activities and programs. (e) Aid in recruiting, training and placing recreation personnel. ks have been changed from (f) Promote recreation institutes and conferences. nal features. These changes (2) Under the direction of the State Parks Superintendent, the State ideas and progress made it Recreation Director may: (a) Encourage and render assistance in the promotion of training programs for volunteer and professional recreation leaders in coopera- vision. The commission shall tion with other public and private agencies, persons, groups, organiza- 1 a division to be known as tions and institutions interested in recreation, and encourage the establishment of standards for recreation personnel. [ 77 1 I I I * I 11111I III

(b) Assist any state agency in rendering recreation services and and records of the commiss carrying out recreation functions in conformity with the authorized charges for the use of accon powers and duties of such state agency, and encourage and assist in the The regulations shall be po coordination of federal, state and local recreation facilities, personnel, areas. Nothing in this sec activities and programs. shall impair, restrict or m with reference to state par] 366.183 Gifts and donations for park and recreation division. The (2) The commission m; commission may accept and expend, use or dispose of moneys and the provisions of ORS 366.1 property from any public or private source, including the Federal Government, made available to the commission in the form of grants, 366.355 Establishment gifts, devises, bequests or endowments for the purpose of carrying out garden. (1) The commissic any of the provisions and purposes of ORS 366.175 to 366.183 or to trol an arboretum and bot facilitate the carrying out of any of the functions of the State Recreation system of parks, scenic pl Director under ORS 366.175 to 366.183. Parks Division of the comn (2) Upon the establishr 366.345 Acquisition and development of scenic places. (1) The placed under the direct sui commission may acquire by purchase, agreement, donation or by exercise who shall operate, maintai of the power of eminent domain real property, or any right or interest tion and control of the comi therein, deemed necessary for the culture of trees and the preservation (3) The garden shall b( of scenic places and other objects of attraction or scenic value adjacent of Oregon. The site of the to, along or in close proximity to state highways, or which may be and the commission jointly, conveniently reached from or by a public highway. The commission may as near the population and i in like manner acquire land and ground necessary for the development (4) The commission m and maintenance of parks, parking places, auto camps, camp sites, road- establishment, maintenance side development, recreational grounds or resorts, forest or timbered mission shall not contribut areas or other places of attraction and scenic value which in the judg- the garden. All funds recc ment of the commission are necessary for the convenience of the public, paid by the commission in and which will contribute to the general welfare and pleasure of the and there maintained in motoring public or road user. Botanical Garden Account, (2) The commission may develop, construct, improve, operate and for the purposes of this se( maintain the places named in subsection (1) of this section to such an both real or personal, in ac extent and in such manner as will best afford to the motoring public and and used for the garden by road users necessary conveniences and accommodations, and as will (5) The commission m; contribute to the general welfare of the people of the state or the exercise of the power of er members of the motoring public using the highways of the state. deemed necessary for the e (3) The commission may acquire by purchase, agreement or donation the garden. Property acqi real property, or any right or interest therein, deemed necessary for domain shall be acquired the culture of trees and the preservation of scenic places and other 366.390, except that the d( objects of attraction or scenic value. The commission may in like manner costs and disbursements an, acquire land and ground necessary for the development and maintenance (6) The foundation and of parks, camp sites, recreational grounds or resorts, forest or timbered at all times in all matters I areas or other places of attraction and scenic value which in the judg- purpose and public values i ment of the commission will contribute to the general welfare and plished and the public inter pleasure of the public. (4) The commission may develop, construct, improve, operate and 366.360 Taking fee sim maintain the places named in subsection (3) of this section to such an is acquired by the commissi extent and in such manner as will best afford to the public necessary of the power of eminent doi conveniences and accommodations, and as will contribute to the general 366.475 Publication of welfare of the public. may compile and publish 366.350 Park and recreation regulations. (1) The Commission may state and with respect to make regulations and provisions for the use and administration of state places and other public plh parks and all recreational scenic and other places of attraction which data as to distances, speci are owned by or under the control of the state, acting by and through and other items or matters c the commission. Such regulations shall be duly entered in the minutes such other information wil [ 78 ] ing recreation services and and records of the commission. The regulations may provide reasonable )rmity with the authorized charges for the use of accommodations provided in such parks and areas. encourage and assist in the The regulations shall be posted within the main entrance of each of the reation facilities, personnel, areas. Nothing in this section or in ORS 366.175, 366.180 or 366.990 shall impair, restrict or modify any of the powers of the commission with reference to state parks and recreational and scenic areas. ,nd recreation division. The (2) The commission may make regulations necessary to carry out or dispose of moneys and the provisions of ORS 366.175 to 366.183. irce, including the Federal I ssion in the form of grants, 366.355 Establishment and operation of arboretum and botanical the purpose of carrying out garden. (1) The commission may establish, maintain, operate and con- tS 366.175 to 366.183 or to trol an arboretum and botanical garden which shall be a part of the tions of the State Recreation system of parks, scenic places and recreational areas under the State Parks Division of the commission. (2) Upon the establishment of the garden, its management shall be of scenic places. (1) The placed under the direct supervision of the State Parks Superintendent, nent, donation or by exercise who shall operate, maintain and supervise the garden under the direc- rty, or any right or interest tion and control of the commission. f trees and the preservation (3) The garden shall be located in and be the property of the State ion or scenic value adjacent of Oregon. The site of the garden shall be selected by the foundation ighways, or which may be and the commission jointly, but shall be on a main or arterial highway, ,hway. The commission may as near the population and education centers of the state as possible. cessary for the development (4) The commission may accept funds from any source for the uto camps, camp sites, road- establishment, maintenance and operation of the garden, but the com- resorts, forest or timbered mission shall not contribute or use highway funds in connection with ic value which in the judg- the garden. All funds received from any source shall immediately be ie convenience of the public, paid by the commission into the General Fund in the State Treasury welfare and pleasure of the and there maintained in an account designated as the Arboretum Botanical Garden Account, which account hereby is appropriated solely truct, improve, operate and for the purposes of this section. The commission may accept property, [) of this section to such an both real or personal, in addition to funds, which shall be dedicated to d to the motoring public and and used for the garden by the commission. commodations, and as will (5) The commission may acquire at any time, by purchase or by people of the state or the exercise of the power of eminent domain, any interest in real property .ighways of the state. deemed necessary for the establishment, maintenance and operation of 2hase, agreement or donation the garden. Property acquired by exercise of the power of eminent Xrein, deemed necessary for domain shall be acquired in the manner provided in ORS 366.370 to of scenic places and other 366.390, except that the defendant shall not be entitled to recover as amission may in like manner costs and disbursements any sum taxed as attorney's fees. zvelopment and maintenance (6) The foundation and the commission shall confer and cooperate r resorts, forest or timbered at all times in all matters pertaining to the garden to the end that the iic value which in the judg- purpose and public values contemplated by this section may be accom- :o the general welfare and plished and the public interest best served. truct, improve, operate and 366.360 Taking fee simple. In all cases where title to real property B) of this section to such an is acquired by the commission either by donation, agreement or exercise Ford to the public necessary of the power of eminent domain, a title in fee simple may be taken. 7ill contribute to the general 366.475 Publication of information and maps. (1) The commission may compile and publish with respect to the public highways of the s. (1) The Commission may state and with respect to public parks, recreational grounds, scenic Xand administration of state places and other public places and scenic areas or objects of interest, r places of attraction which data as to distances, special and peculiar advantages, historical facts ;tate, acting by and through and other items or matters of interest, and assemble, compile and publish duly entered in the minutes such other information with respect thereto as in the opinion of the l 791 _ .__ ---

commission will be of interest and value to the general public and road (7) Multnomah Creek- users. (8) Oneonta Creek-fo0 (2) The commission may make or cause to be made from time to (9) Horse Tail Creek-: time maps disclosing thereon the highways of the state and the places of (10) McCord Creek, for interest served and reached by the highways. Elowah Falls. (3) The commission may print, publish and prepare, in such manner (11) Moffatt Creek-fori or form as to the commission may seem best, all the information and (12) Tanner Creek-forr data mentioned in this section, and provide for the publication, distribu- (13) Eagle Creek-formi tion and dissemination of the same in such manner and method and to (14) Ruckle Creek, form such extent as in the opinion of the commission will best serve the (15) Herman Creek. motoring public and contribute to the convenience and information of (16) Summit Creek-for the motoring public and road user. (17) Lindsey Creek-for (18) Spring Creek. 376.605 Construction of trails and bridle paths to Pacific shore. (19) Warren Creek. (1) The State Highway Commission may establish, lay out, construct (20) Cabin Creek. and improve public pedestrian trails and bridle paths not exceeding 30 (21) Starvation Creek-i feet in width, connecting legally established streets, roads and public (22) Viento Creek. parks with the shore of the Pacific Ocean. (23) Phelps Creek, excer (2) For the purpose set forth in subsection (1) of this section, the Creek and which arise in ti commission may acquire real property or any interest therein by pur- north, range 10 east of the X chase, donation, agreement or exercise of the power of eminent domain. [Amended by 1953 c.48 § 2] The provisions of ORS 366.360 to 366.390 are applicable to proceedings of the commission authorized by this subsection. 538.210 Condemnation 358.520 Provisional Government Park at Champoeg. All jurisdiction riparian rights not affected; waters for fish culture not over the Provisional Government Park at Champoeg, Oregon, the build- the condemnation for public ings and museum therein, and all other assets of the park or the any of the streams flow; nor Provisional Government Park board, including unexpended appropria- proprietors of such lands in tions therefor, hereby are transferred to the State Highway Commission. nor prevent the condemnati 538.120 Silver Creek, Marion County, Brushes Creek, Curry County, streams flow, for the purpose and tributaries; diversion prohibited. The waters of the north and south thereon salmon fish culture forks of Silver Creek and of all tributaries thereof above the confluence Oregon from appropriating of the north and south forks of Silver Creek, all in Marion County, also that no waters shall be ta Brushes Creek and all its tributaries in township 33 south, range 14 west, mentioned in ORS 538.200. Willamette Meridian, in Curry County, are withdrawn from appropriation or condemnation, and shall not be diverted or interrupted for any 184.410 Committee on I purpose whatsoever, except for use in state parks and except as set created an advisory committi forth in ORS 538.130. Resources. (2) The committee shall 538.200 Streams forming waterfalls near Columbia River High- way; withdrawal from appropriation or condemnation; diversion or Superintendent of Public I Forester, State Game Direci interruption prohibited. The following streams and waters thereof forming waterfalls in view of, or near, the Columbia River Highway, from State Engineer, Chairman ( Superintendent of State Par Sandy River to Hood River, the first 13 of which are in Multnomah School of Agriculture, Orel County and the remainder of which are in Hood River County, are Department of Geology and' withdrawn from appropriation or condemnation, and shall not be State Water Resources Boar( diverted or interrupted for any purpose whatsoever, except as mentioned 1 in ORS 538.210, to-wit: (3) The State Engineer sion and the office of the (1) Latourell Creek-forming Latourell Falls. Committee on Natural Resot (2) Young Creek-forming Shepperds Dell Falls. and commissions. (3) Bridal Veil Creek-forming Bridal Veil Falls. (4) Coopey Falls Creek. 184.420 Duties of comm (5) Mist Falls Creek. (6) Wahkeena Creek-forming Wahkeena Falls, formerly known as (1) Study and discuss Gordon Falls. development of the natural r [ 80] the general public and road (7) Multnomah Creek-forming Multnomah Falls. (8) Oneonta Creek-forming Oneonta Falls and Gorge. se to be made from time to (9) Horse Tail Creek-forming Horse Tail Falls. of the state and the places of (10) McCord Creek, formerly known as Kelly Creek-forming S. Elowah Falls. and prepare, in such manner (11) Moffatt Creek-forming Wahe Falls. iest, all the information and (12) Tanner Creek-forming Wahelella Falls. for the publication, distribu- (13) Eagle Creek-forming Metlako Falls. manner and method and to (14) Ruckle Creek, formerly known as Deadman's Creek. mission will best serve the (15) Herman Creek. venience and information of (16) Summit Creek-forming Camp Benson Falls. (17) Lindsey Creek-forming Lindsey Falls. (18) Spring Creek. idle paths to Pacific shore. (19) Warren Creek. establish, lay out, construct (20) Cabin Creek. ridle paths not exceeding 30 (21) Starvation Creek-forming Starvation Falls. ed streets, roads and public (22) Viento Creek. (23) Phelps Creek, except those creeks which are tributary to Phelps !tion (1) of this section, the Creek and which arise in the north one-half of section 5, township 2 my interest therein by pur- I north, range 10 east of the Willamette Meridian, subject to prior rights. ie power of eminent domain. [Amended by 1953 c.48 § 2] re applicable to proceedings tion. 538.210 Condemnation of lands for park not prevented; vested and t Champoeg. All jurisdiction riparian rights not affected; condemnation of lands or appropriation of waters hampoeg, Oregon, the build- for fish culture not prevented. ORS 538.200 shall not prevent the assets of the park or the condemnation for public park purposes of any lands through which any of ling unexpended appropria- the streams flow; nor affect vested rights or the rights of riparian proprietors of such State Highway Commission. lands in or to the waters of the creeks or streams; nor prevent the condemnation of any lands through which any of the rushes Creek, Curry County, streams flow, for the purpose of establishing, maintaining and operating Taters of the north and south thereon salmon fish culture work, nor prevent the Fish Commission of thereof above the confluence Oregon from appropriating any waters for fish culture work; provided, i, all in Marion County, also that no waters shall be taken from above the falls in the streams ship 33 south, range 14 west, mentioned in ORS 538.200. withdrawn from appropria- 2rted or interrupted for any 184.410 Committee on Natural Resources; members. (1) There is te parks and except as set created an advisory committee to be known as the Committee on Natural Resources. (2) The committee [ear Columbia River High- shall be composed of the Governor, as chairman Superintendent condemnation; diversion or of Public Instruction, State Fisheries Director, State ms and waters thereof form- Forester, State Game Director, Secretary of State Sanitary Authority, imbia River Highway, from State Engineer, Chairman of the State Soil Conservation Committee, )f which are in Multnomah Superintendent of State Parks, Director of Agriculture, the Dean of the in Hood River County, are School of Agriculture, Oregon State University, the Director of the Department of Geology nnation, and shall not be and Mineral Industries, and the Chairman of the State Water tsoever, except as mentioned Resources Board. (3) The State Engineer shall represent the Hydroelectric Commis- sion and ElFalls. the office of the State Engineer. All other members of the Committee on Natural Dell Falls. Resources shall represent their respective boards Veil Falls. and commissions. 184.420 Duties of committee. The committee shall: mna Falls, formerly known as I (1) Study and discuss problems of conservation, utilization and development of the natural resources of the State of Oregon. [ 81 ] (2) Submit in writing to the administrative body or bodies affected, its findings and recommendations. (3) Cause to be prepared, printed and published a biennial report of its activities for the preceding biennium, and such other reports, pamphlets, charts and maps, concerning the natural resources of this state, that may, in the opinion of the committee, be of interest to the public. Oregon Constitution, Article IX, Section 3. Laws imposing taxes; gasoline and motor vehicle taxes. No tax shall be levied except in pursuance of law, and every law imposing a tax shall state distinctly the object of the same to which only it shall be applied. The proceeds from any tax levied on, with respect to, or measured by the storage, withdrawal, use, sale, distribution, importation or receipt of motor vehicle fuel or any other product used for the propulsion of motor vehicles, and the proceeds from any tax or excise levied on the ownership, operation or use of motor vehicles shall, after providing for the cost of administration and any refunds or credits authorized by law, be used exclusively for the construction, reconstruction, improvement, repair, maintenance, operation, use and policing of public highways, roads and streets within the state of Oregon, including the retirement of bonds for the payment of which such revenues have been pledged, and also may be used for the acquisition, development, maintenance, S care and use of parks, recreational, scenic or other historic places and for the publicizing of any of the foregoing uses and things.

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Ainsworth State Park The original portion of donated to the state by J. C Highway Commission acce Mr. and Mrs. Ainsworth the as a place to rest and lei Columbia River Gorge. It I and will continue for many Logging operations wer( the east of the park. This 6-acre tract lying between parcel contained a good stat as a part of the park. It May 6, 1947. At the close o0 Ainsworth Park was nai timbered area adjoining th right of way about one-h County. On the area and n developed by the Civilian C. steps and a fountain. Tab' throughout the area. The land is an alluvial It rises upward on a gentle the base of the canyon wall [82) tive body or bodies affected, published a biennial report m, and such other reports, 'e natural resources of this mittee, be of interest to the

3. r vehicle taxes. No tax shall 'ery law imposing a tax shall ich only it shall be applied. respect to, or measured by Ltion, importation or receipt L used for the propulsion of tax or excise levied on the les shall, after providing for jr credits authorized by law, econstruction, improvement, olicing of public highways, I Section 5 mn, including the retirement evenues have been pledged, development, maintenance, STATE PARKS AND WAYSIDES or other historic places and Lses and things.

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Ainsworth State Park The original portion of Ainsworth State Park, a 40-acre tract, was donated to the state by J. C. and Alice H. Ainsworth of Portland. The Highway Commission accepted the generous gift on August 8, 1933. Mr. and Mrs. Ainsworth thought that this area would serve the traveler as a place to rest and leisurely examine the flora of the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. It has served that purpose for many years past and will continue for many years to come. Logging operations were started in 1946 on some adjoining land to the east of the park. This served as an impetus for acquisition of a 6-acre tract lying between the original tract and the highway. This parcel contained a good stand of fir timber and it was deemed necessary as a part of the park. It was purchased from Joseph A. Bucher on May 6, 1947. At the close of 1963 a total of 46 acres comprised the park. Ainsworth Park was named to honor the donors. It is a beautifully timbered area adjoining the original Columbia River Scenic Highway right of way about one-half mile west from Dodson in Multnomah County. On the area and near the highway is a good spring which was developed by the Civilian Conservation Corps with elaborate stone work, steps and a fountain. Tables were placed nearby and trails provided throughout the area. The land is an alluvial fan formed by debris from the canyon wall. It rises upward on a gentle slope to the south beyond the park limits to the base of the canyon wall. [ 83 1

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Attendance during 1962 totaled 54,990 day visitors. No count was Location of the park a made in 1963. its name. There is no active use I Alderwood Wayside Alderwood Wayside is located along the Siuslaw Highway at mile Armitage State Park post 52.5, approximately 12 miles south of Triangle Lake in Lane County. Armitage State Park The 76.40-acre tract, excluding the right of way, was purchased from post 115, approximately fi Lane County on March 21, 1931, at a cost of $193.87. adjoins the Coburg county This wayside land is studded with white-barked alder trees, for River. It is one of the hea' which the area was named. There is a considerable growth of fir at the The terrain is somew higher elevations. covered with a heavy grov McKenzie River is an attrn The narrow valley which bisects the park is shared by the Long Tom a picnic or a weekend outi River and the Siuslaw Highway, leaving a narrow strip, principally on In 1935 the original ar the easterly side, for park use. The remainder of the land is moderately state park by Sylvanus C. steep, furnishing an interesting background for nature studies. There and his daughter, Frances. are no geological or other such features of special interest in the park. mission until June, 1938, The facilities at Alderwood are not extensive, being a small area for park was named for the de parking cars, two foot bridges, trails, tables and sanitary facilities, The Highway all I Commiss constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps. purposes because of its ci( Use of the area was 8,526 visitors in 1962. No count was made in interpretation of the law v 1963. No special use by groups has been recorded. The donor, Sylvanus C. (V; ent man. Insisting that the Permits as follows affect this wayside: overcame the objections of deed that the land must l Number Date Name Expiration was placed on a large stoi 3674 7-23-51 Pacific Tel & Tel Co-pole line Indefinite donated by S. C. (Van) P 11940 12- 3-35 Water right 0.025 c.f.s. from un- Henrietta, and daughter, Fi named creek, tributary of Long The park was enlarged Tom River, and a roadside upstream on the easterly s spring. Railroad track at a cost of a small triangular 1.34-acre connect the areas on each | Alsea Bay-North Bridgehead Wayside Utilities Commission and L The Alsea Bay-North Bridgehead Wayside consists of 7.11 acres the approaches to the railr lying on both sides of Highway 101 at the north end of the Alsea bridge River. Acreage in this part in Lincoln County. Developments are a pa paved parking area for ar The first acquisition was 0.98 of an acre purchased from Jessie L. constructed in 1949, anothei and Wallace G. Baker on January 17, 1935. Another area of 6.13 acres obtained with the land, tv was acquired by condemnation proceedings from Frank H. and Gladys foundation above the usual M. Hilton in June, 1938, at a price of $8,961.22. The purpose of these shelters. Suitable trails ant acquisitions was to prevent undesirable developments near the end of area. An overnight campir the bridge and to preserve the natural landscape. ramp 50 x 100 feet provid The land west of the highway is a strip 100 feet wide extending deep, respectively, with a ( from the water's edge northerly 580 feet. It is lower than the surface of per minute were drilled anc the road and has been landscaped with indigenous stock. That portion River bank cutting was east of the highway averages 400 feet in width and extends from the from the highway bridge dc water's edge northerly approximately 800 feet. It is much higher than When the new Interstat the road and slopes upward. It contains a natural growth of young, fir was built near the east edg timber. moved a large, open-side sh Use of the park has beer A county road has been constructed along the northerly side to serve 1952 to a total of 226,292 land owners east of the highway. period increased from 842 t, [ 84] lay visitors. No count was Location of the park at the end of the Alsea bridge is indicative of its name. There is no active use being made of the park. z Siuslaw Highway at mile Armitage State Park iangle Lake in Lane County. Armitage State Park is located on Interstate Highway 5, at mile E way, was purchased from post 115, approximately five miles north of Eugene in Lane County. It $193.87. adjoins the Coburg county road and lies on the left bank of the McKenzie ite-barked alder trees, for River. It is one of the heaviest used areas in Lane County. derable growth of fir at the The terrain is somewhat level and, other than the playfield, is covered with a heavy growth of maple, fir, alder and poplar trees. The McKenzie River is an attraction, making the park a delightful place for ; is shared by the Long Tom a picnic or a weekend outing. marrow strip, principally on In 1935 the original area of 32.82 acres was offered as a gift for a er of the land is moderately state park by Sylvanus C. Armitage in memory of his wife, Henrietta, I for nature studies. There and his daughter, Frances. However, it was not accepted by the Com- special interest in the park. mission until June, 1938, and the deed is dated October 1, 1938. The isive, being a small area for park was named for the donor. 3 and sanitary facilities, all The Highway Commission delayed acceptance of the area for park rps. purposes because of its close proximity to the city of Eugene and the interpretation of the law wherein a state park is to be near a highway. 62. No count was made in The donor, Sylvanus C. (Van) Armitage, was an influential and persist- orded. ent man. Insisting that the area was of state park caliber, he eventually overcame the objections of the Commission. He included a clause in the deed that the land must be used forever as a public park. A plaque Expiration was placed on a large stone at this park indicating that the land was Co-pole line Indefinite donated by S. C. (Van) Armitage in memory and honor of his wife, Henrietta, and daughter, Frances. 2.f.s. from un- The park was enlarged in 1956 by purchase of 6.82 acres of land )utary of Long upstream on the easterly side of the county road and Southern Pacific d a roadside Railroad track at a cost of $6,549.38, and again in 1957 by purchase of a small triangular 1.34-acre tract at a cost of $1,124. In order to directly connect the areas on each side of the railroad and highway, the Public Utilities Commission and Lane County approved a two-way road under the approaches to the railroad and highway bridges over the McKenzie side consists of 7.11 acres )rth end of the Alsea bridge River. Acreage in this park totals 40.98 acres as of 1963. Developments are a paved entrance road from the county road, a paved parking area for approximately 60 cars, a foreman's residence e purchased from Jessie L. constructed in 1949, another residence on the easterly side of the railroad Another area of 6.13 acres obtained with the land, two public toilets constructed on an elevated from Frank H. and Gladys foundation above the usual high water line, picnic tables and two stove 1.22. The purpose of these shelters. Suitable trails and a large playfield were provided for the use relopments near the end of area. An overnight camping area was constructed in 1952 and a boat cape. ramp 50 x 100 feet provided. Two fine, 6-inch wells, 85 and 65 feet p 100 feet wide extending deep, respectively, with a combined capacity of more than 100 gallons is lower than the surface of per minute were drilled and a water distribution system constructed. genous stock. That portion River bank cutting was stopped by heavy riprap placed on the bank ridth and extends from the from the highway bridge downstream about 600 feet. ret. It is much higher than When the new Interstate 5 highway was constructed, a high bench atural growth of young, fir was built near the east edge of the railroad right of way to which was moved a large, open-side shed from the new highway right of way. Use of the park has been good. Day use has increased from 60,630 in r the northerly side to serve 1952 to a total of 226,292 in 1963. Overnight camping for the same period increased from 842 to 8,999 visitors. [85 J Azalea State Park A few picnic tables, sanit; provided by the Civilian Cor Azalea State Park is located on U. S. Highway 101 at the easterly park is under control of the c edge of the city of Brookings. It is on the brow of the Chetco River Canyon in southern Curry County. No count of park visitors ] The first acquisition for this park was purchase of 23.87 acres from Permits as follows affect I Brookings Land and Townsite Company on April 13, 1939, at a price of Number Date $2,466. That same year the company donated 1.50 acres, a part of the 5501 3-18-59 Por entrance road to the park. In 1951, Elmer Bankus donated 0.43 of an acre along this same entrance road, bringing the park acreage to 25.80 acres. 5588 7-14-59 Por pi Each spring during the months of April, May and June, the park puts on its azalea-flowered Easter bonnet of many and varied colors Bandon Ocean Wayside for the enjoyment of its visitors. The area was obtained by reason of, Bandon Ocean Wayside iE and named for, the many indigenous azalea shrubs growing there, some approximately one-half mile of which are reported to be as much as 300 years old dating back to the It is essentially tideland with time of the early Spanish explorers and fur traders operating along the no land suitable for park fac West Coast of America. J. F. (Jack) Kronenberg Azaleas are the principal growth in the park, with some fir and a generous donor of this 9.74- goodly quantity of California myrtle making up the coverage. The January 22, 1932. terrain is somewhat level, being cut by one small draw. It offers Many attempts have bee splendid views of the Chetco River and the timbered areas on the facilities could be constructed southeasterly side of the stream. The city of Bandon offered Improvements are an entrance road, car parking area, trails, modern if the state would construct sanitary facilities, stove shelter and a viewpoint cover. The offer was declined bec Day visitors at this park totaled 38,148 during 1963. The average policy to acquire park lands ] for the past five years is more than 58,000 annually, several thousands the beach is used princil of which are attracted in May each year to attend the Azalea Festival has been made. sponsored by the community of Brookings. A permanent waterline eastment #4926 was issued to the Brookings Bandon State Park Land and Townsite Company on November 17, 1937. Bandon State Park is loc approximately four miles soi Bald Peak State Park ocean and Bradley Lake Roa Bald Peak State Park is located nine miles northwest of Newberg Acquisition of property t at the summit of Bald Peak, the highest point in the Chehalem Mountain urging of Mrs. L. M. Krar Range in Yamhill County. Westmost Grange #884 at Bax This 26.44-acre park has an elevation of 1,633 feet, which offers Commission on May 26, 195: visitors superb views of the Cascade Mountains north to Mt. Rainier, beach area, two parcels total the Tualatin Valley, the northern part of the Willamette Valley and the Coos County made a gift of snow-capped mountains of the Coast Range. Its location is indicative of acres. its name. Most of this park area Bald Peak Park was purchased because of the urging of a large approximately 20 acres frorr delegation which included the Yamhill County Court, State Senators a car parking area have bee from Yamhill and Washington Counties, and others who appeared before road to a low, sandy bench the Commission on May 14, 1931. The Highway Commission approved small area for car parking the acquisition and the cost of $1,373 on the same date. It was purchased Holland beach grass and sc from Samuel Otto and the deed is dated June 4, 1931. planted. Trails to the beach Requests were made in 1949 and again in 1951 by the County Court area is supplied by a well. and others for enlargement of the park and oiling the six miles of ridge The park was named fol road from Highway 219 to the park. After careful analysis and study, by a settler, George Bennett the Commission denied the requests. Denial was principally because Bennett was a native of Irel water was not available at the park and none could be found, except in Bandon River in Ireland. very small amounts as reported by the state geologists, thereby limiting Use of the area was 92J the use, and because the cost of the additional land was too great. use as the area is deemed to [ 86 1 A few picnic tables, sanitary facilities and a car parking area were Iighway 101 at the easterly provided by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The road leading to the B brow of the Chetco River park is under control of the county. No count of park visitors has been made. )urchase of 23.87 acres from Permits as follows affect this park: April 13, 1939, at a price of :ed 1.50 acres, a part of the Number Date Name Expiration Bankus donated 0.43 of an 5501 3-18-59 Portland General Electric Co. power line Indefinite Lg the park acreage to 25.80 5588 7-14-59 Portland General Electric Co. il, May and June, the park power line of many and varied colors Bandon Ocean Wayside was obtained by reason of, shrubs growing there, some Bandon Ocean Wayside is located on the shore of the Pacific Ocean years old dating back to the approximately one-half mile south of the city of Bandon in Coos County. traders operating along the It is essentially tideland with 1,392 feet of fine sandy beach. It contains no land suitable for park facilities above the reach of the ocean waves. J. F. (Jack) Kronenberg, a timber operator at Bandon, was park, with some fir and a the generous donor of this 9.74-acre tract of ocean shore. Deed is dated :ing up the coverage. The January 22, 1932. one small draw. It offers Many attempts have been made to acquire nearby land on which the timbered areas on the facilities could be constructed. They have failed because of land prices. The city of Bandon offered in 1937 to donate 26 acres parking area, trails, modern within the city if the state would construct a roadway from Highway 101 oint cover. to the area. The offer was declined because it does not conform to Commission during 1963. The average policy to acquire park lands lying within annually, several thousands city boundaries. The beach is used principally by local people. No count of the use , attend the Azalea Festival has been made. vas issued to the Brookings Bandon State Park 17, 1937. Bandon State Park is located one mile west of U. S. Highway 101, approximately four miles south of the city of Bandon and between the ocean and Bradley Lake Road in Coos County. files northwest of Newberg Acquisition of property to start this popular picnic park was at the t in the Chehalem Mountain urging of Mrs. L. M. Kranick, a Park Committee Chairman of the Westmost Grange #884 at Bandon. Mrs. Kranick first appeared before the of 1,633 feet, which offers Commission on May 26, 1952. After a thorough study of the proposed tains north to Mt. Rainier, beach area, two parcels totaling 79.44 acres were purchased in 1954 and ) Willamette Valley and the Coos County made a gift of 8.77 acres in 1955, bring the total to 88.21 Its location is indicative of acres. Most of this park area is beach land. A beach foredune shelters D of the urging of a large approximately 20 acres from the northwest winds. Picnic facilities and unty Court, State Senators a car parking area have been provided on this tract. Extension of the others who appeared before road to a low, sandy bench westward of the foredune provides another 1way Commission approved small area for car parking. All sandy areas have been planted to ame date. It was purchased Holland beach grass and scotch broom. A few shore pines have been e 4, 1931. planted. Trails to the beach were constructed and water for the picnic l 1951 by the County Court area is supplied by a well. Diling the six miles of ridge The park was named for the city of Bandon. The city was named careful analysis and study, by a settler, George Bennett, who settled near the present city in 1873. al was principally because Bennett was a native of Ireland and named the new city for Bandon on e could be found, except in Bandon River in Ireland. geologists, thereby limiting Use of the area was 92,862 visitors in 1963. There is no overnight al land was too great. use as the area is deemed to be unsuitable for this purpose. [ 87 1 w

Day use at this park was Barview Wayside as lodges and civic organiza Barview Wayside is a small area, 5.34 acres, located on South Slough, annual picnics at this park ai south of Coos Bay near the outlet of the bay to the ocean. It is on the Water right #13073 for us opposite bank of the slough from the community of Charleston. The June 13, 1938. Permit to tl area fronts on both the slough and Cape Arago Secondary State Highway construct pole line across pai in Coos County. period. Lease #457 from Cun The wayside is a part of the platted area of the community of of spring issued to state for Barview, for which it is named. The land was given to the state in January, 1935, by the Peninsula Battle Rock Wayside Land Company, of which L. J. Simpson was Vice President. Battle Rock Wayside is The area is not being used and has not been developed. city limits of Port Orford i] obtained in order to perpetu Battle Mountain State Park and Battle Mountain Forest Wayside small party of settlers at I Battle Mountain State Park actually includes the public use area encounter with the Indians. and another area often referred to as Battle Mountain Wayside, or Battle The Highway Commissio Mountain Forest Wayside, as they are contiguous. It is located on both Battle Rock and the highwE sides of the Pendleton-John Day Highway (U. S. 395), about nine miles part of citizens of Port Orfoi north of Ukiah at the summit of the grade over a spur of the Blue of the Legislature. The fin Mountains. It is approximately 38 miles south of Pendleton in Umatilla George E. Waters on May 2 County. tional purchases in 1930. T The combined acreage of 420.47 acres was acquired on January 10, being two-thirds of a lot in 1930, as a forest wayside to preserve the pine and fir timber, at the Davidson, brother and sister, urging of the Umatilla County Court, the Pendleton Commercial Asso- 1930, and the other was fiv ciation and many individuals. 1940. The Davidsons and Lo It was purchased from Cunningham Sheep and Land Company at a Total land in the park at thc cost of $5,807, of which amount the Pendleton Commercial Association three acres. donated $1,500, the Umatilla County Court $903.50 and Fred Falconer, Many discussions were I a sheep rancher, $500, which in those days was a very generous gesture a considerable period of tinr for a sheep owner. condemnation suit was filed The name Battle Mountain was first chosen for this park at a meeting unsatisfactory to the Commi of the citizens of south Umatilla County. A committee of the Pilot Rock The land obtained does Commercial Club forwarded it to the Umatilla County Court for con- include all of the land betw sideration. The proposed name was approved by the Court and then and 6, of Block 28, have not transmitted to the State Highway Commission. It was officially adopted obtain these lots, but to no a in 1934. This name was selected to commemorate the battles fought with lots in Block 28 and five sub the Indians in and around this park area in 1878 to control their Title to Blocks 9 and 10 nefarious activities. These battles are reputed to be the last general name of Curry County. ThE uprising of Indians in the United States. as the Judge stated he "did The terrain at the northerly end of the park is rough, being cut by to more land in the County. a deep canyon. The southerly end is moderately rough, cut by smaller to the city of Port Orford. gulches with a few comparatively level spots. The use area is on a In the early 1930's the ridge which affords a sufficiently large place for general day use. It stone toilet building at this includes an old CCC building suitable for indoor activities and shelter unsatisfactory and was rem during inclement weather. A modern sanitary building and a storage was never rebuilt because i shed to house equipment have been constructed, as well as a modern, struct park facilities on land four-room caretaker's cottage. A spring supplies the water for park A temporary facility was c use. A two-way road serves the day use area with room for parking year. approximately 50 cars. A guardrail was constructed to separate the use area and the road. Improvements consist of A large, outdoor fireplace has been constructed of native stone and structed of large stones, tra several small fireplaces have been provided. Approximately 20 heavy, commemorating the engager pine tables were constructed on permanent bases. Small pine trees were Views of the ocean and planted in an open area near the north end of the park. as many as 239,627 visitors I [ 88 ] Day use at this park was 28,696 visitors in 1963. Large groups, such as lodges and civic organizations from Pendleton and Pilot Rock, hold cres, located on South Slough, annual picnics at this park and find it a delightful area for such outings. Day to the ocean. It is on the Water right #13073 for use of spring water at the park was issued on mmunity of Charleston. The June 13, 1938. Permit to the Eastern Oregon Telephone Company to 'ago Secondary State Highway construct pole line across park issued January 30, 1958, for an indefinite period. Lease #457 from Cunningham Sheep and Land Company for use I area of the community of of spring issued to state for 50 year term expires March 14, 1989. luary, 1935, by the Peninsula Battle Rock Wayside as Vice President. Battle Rock Wayside is located on U. S. Highway 101, within the been developed. city limits of Port Orford in Curry County. The 3-acre wayside was obtained in order to perpetuate the memory of the historic landing of a 'untain Forest Wayside small party of settlers at Battle Rock in 1851 and their subsequent includes the public use area encounter with the Indians. ? Mountain Wayside, or Battle The Highway Commission approved acquisition of the land between tiguous. It is located on both Battle Rock and the highway as a result of persistent demand on the (U. S. 395), about nine miles part of citizens of Port Orford, the Chamber of Commerce and members ade over a spur of the Blue of the Legislature. The first acquisition was one lot purchased from )uth of Pendleton in Umatilla George E. Waters on May 20, 1930. This was followed by three additional purchases in 1930. There were two gifts toward this park, one was acquired on January 10, being two-thirds of a lot in Block 29, from Thomas D. and Ellinor C. pine and fir timber, at the Davidson, brother and sister, in memory of their father on September 11, Pendleton Commercial Asso- 1930, and the other was five lots from Louis L. Knapp on March 16, 1940. The Davidsons and Louis L. Knapp were residents of Port Orford. ieep and Land Company at a Total land in the park at the close of 1963 was 13 lots or approximately eton Commercial Association three acres. t $903.50 and Fred Falconer, Many discussions were had with proponents and landholders over was a very generous gesture a considerable period of time, beginning as early as March, 1927. One condemnation suit was filed during this time, the result of which was Isen for this park at a meeting unsatisfactory to the Commission. i committee of the Pilot Rock The land obtained does not include the "rock" itself, nor does it atilla County Court for con- include all of the land between the rock and the highway. Lots 3, 4, 5 oved by the Court and then and 6, of Block 28, have not been acquired. Efforts have been made to ion. It was officially adopted obtain these lots, but to no avail. The total price paid for Block 29, two riorate the battles fought with lots in Block 28 and five submerged lots in Block AA was $4,147.51. ea in 1878 to control their Title to Blocks 9 and 10, which land includes the rock, was in the puted to be the last general name of Curry County. The county refused to turn it over to the state as the Judge stated he "did not want to see the Government have title i park is rough, being cut by to more land in the County." These rately rough, cut by smaller two blocks were later turned over to the city of Port Orford. spots. The use area is on a lace for general day use. It In the early 1930's the Civilian Conservation Corps constructed a indoor activities and shelter stone toilet building at this wayside. In later years this facility proved itary building and a storage unsatisfactory and was removed when the highway was realigned. It ructed, as well as a modern, was never rebuilt because it is contrary to Commission policy to con- supplies the water for park struct park facilities on land situated within the limits of a city or town. area with room for parking A temporary facility was constructed in 1959 but removed later that nstructed to separate the use year. Improvements consist of a large car parking area, guard fence con- istructed of native stone and structed of large stones, trails to the beach and a large historical sign d. Approximately 20 heavy, commemorating the engagement with the Indians. bases. Small pine trees were Views of the ocean and stately offshore rocks are superb, attracting of the park. as many as 239,627 visitors to this park in 1963. [ 89] - - ~~~~~~~~~TrIFti rrr- .... k..-.

Beachside State Park privilege. Many boats have Beachside State Park is located between Highway 101 and the ocean each year. four miles south of Newport in Lincoln County. It is sandy, level land Permit #4441 for a wat with an elevation slightly above high tide. Thompson, Jr., is dated Aug The park is approximately one-half mile long and covered with a runs for a period of five yeE good growth of shore pine. It fronts on an excellent beach of smooth, hard sand extending for a number of miles both to the north and south. Ben Hur Lampman WaysidE The first acquisition for this park was 11.30 acres purchased in April, Ben Hur Lampman Way 1944. Later that year two small areas adjoining on the north were pur- River, opposite the city of chased, making a total of 16.70 acres in the park. Acquisition was to the newly aligned Interstat preserve the natural growth of shore pine and native shrubs, as well as river frontage. to provide public access to the beach. Realignment of the Pacif This area was originally named Big Creek State Park for the stream necessitated acquisition of a which flows into the ocean nearby. Considerable objection to this name Lampman Park. Negotiatic was raised and, after a thorough study, the Commission changed the city donating to the state t name to Beachside on August 8, 1957. This name has no particular an adjoining area to the east significance other than the park is located on the edge of the beach. of that used for highway, in Improvements were started in 1953 by providing an area with the to the Rogue River. In 1953 necessary facilities for day use. Water was obtained from the local water upstream side of the river, district. An overnight camp area was started in 1954. It provides 77 When the two acres wer camps, 20 of which contain trailer facilities. There is a car parking area, requested, and the Highwa trails to the beach and sanitary facilities. named to honor a former e Day use in 1963 was 75,772 visitors and overnight use that year was Lampman, for whom the ci 28,839. writer of note as well as an formed the basis of his liter Ben and Kay DorrisState Park Lampman Park, as it is c Ben and Kay Dorris State Park is located on both sides of the A boat launching slide was McKenzie River Highway, north of the river, about one-half mile east in 1953. There are trails ale of the community of Vida in Lane County. who choose to fish from the The first area for this park was a gift from Ben F. and Klysta C. Tables and fireplaces f Dorris of Eugene for the purpose of providing a boat launching place 6-inch, drilled well supplies for fishermen and a picnic area. The deed for the 78.32-acre tract is the area from the highwa dated July 7, 1942. constructed and a small are, A heavy growth of timber covers all of the area except the westerly Day use in 1963 was 47,4 20 acres. The timber consists of fir except in the low area, which is The Pacific Telephone a subject to overflow, where large maple trees predominate. The westerly constructed across the park 20-acre tract is open grassland. the state acquired the lanc The terrain in general is moderately sloping from a low bench area accepted by the Commission near the river, elevation only a few feet above the river, to the northerly side, elevation from 80 to 100 feet above the river. Benson State Park Several years ago, about 1954, it was found that there was an en- Benson State Park occi croachment on the westerly side of the park on which there were Railroad track and the ne orchard trees from 20 to 25 years old. In settling the problem, it was Multnomah Creek, near the agreed to deed to W. S. Hood, the orchardist, the 1.14 acres on which ward approximately one m the trees were planted in exchange for 1.80 acres of river frontage land. acres of lowland timbered x This arrangement was approved by Mr. and Mrs. Dorris, the donors, The city of Portland pro and deeds were exchanged in 1954. This increased our park acreage to Commission for park and r 78.98 acres. it owned in the Columbia Improvements are an entrance road extending to the river, a small Multnomah, Benson, Shepj boat launching ramp, several picnic tables and stoves, and a trail along The Commission chose at tl the river bank for about one-third mile. Oregon-Washington Railroa Day use of this park is approximately 30,000 visitors annually. Over- Commission did not wish t night use has been permitted but very few people have utilized the gorge, the city of Portland, [ 90 ] privilege. Many boats have been launched and removed from the river en Highway 101 and the ocean each year. ounty. It is sandy, level land Permit #4441 for a water pipe line to York Thompson and York Thompson, Jr., is dated August 11, 1957, renewed on March 29, 1963, and nile long and covered with a runs for a period of five years. in excellent beach of smooth, s both to the north and south. Ben Hur Lampman Wayside L1.30 acres purchased in April, Ben Hur Lampman Wayside is located on the left bank of the Rogue Dining on the north were pur- River, opposite the city of Gold Hill in Jackson County. It lies along the park. Acquisition was to the newly aligned Interstate Highway 5 and occupies one-half mile of and native shrubs, as well as river frontage. Realignment of the Pacific Highway past the city of Gold Hill in 1952 eek State Park for the stream necessitated acquisition of a portion of a small city park named Ben Hur lerable objection to this name Lampman Park. Negotiations for the right of way culminated in the the Commission changed the city donating to the state the entire 2-acre park, the state purchasing This name has no particular an adjoining area to the east and then developing the entire tract, outside on the edge of the beach. of that used for highway, into a delightful picnic area and public access y providing an area with the to the Rogue River. In 1953 the park was enlarged by five acres on the obtained from the local water upstream side of the river, increasing the park acreage to 23.85 acres. irted in 1954. It provides 77 When the two acres were donated to the state, the city of Gold Hill 3. There is a car parking area, requested, and the Highway Commission approved, that the park be named to honor a former editor of the Gold Hill newspaper, Ben Hur I overnight use that year was Lampman, for whom the city park had been named. Lampman was a writer of note as well as an ardent fisherman. Outdoor life and fishing formed the basis of his literary achievements. Lampman Park, as it is commonly called, is essentially a fishing spot. ocated on both sides of the A boat launching slide was constructed by the State Game Commission ver, about one-half mile east in 1953. There are trails along the bank of the stream for use by people who choose to fish from the shore. t from Ben F. and Klysta C. Tables and fireplaces for the picnickers have been provided. A riding a boat launching place 6-inch, drilled well supplies a good quantity of pure water. A road into ?d for the 78.32-acre tract is the area from the highway interchange about one mile south was constructed and a small area for parking cars has been provided. the area except the westerly Day use in 1963 was 47,984 visitors. pt in the low area, which is The Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company's coaxial cable was es predominate. The westerly constructed across the park area south of the highway prior to the time the state acquired the land, therefore the right of way crossing was oping from a low bench area accepted by the Commission. ove the river, to the northerly le river. Benson State Park found that there was an en- Benson State Park occupies the area between the Union Pacific park on which there were Railroad track and the new Columbia River Highway, beginning at settling the problem, it was Multnomah Creek, near the lodge of the same name, and running west- dist, the 1.14 acres on which ward approximately one mile in Multnomah County. It contains 84.3 ) acres of river frontage land. acres of lowland timbered with ash, maple and willow trees. and Mrs. Dorris, the donors, The city of Portland proposed in 1938 to deed to the State Highway ncreased our park acreage to Commission for park and rjiht of way purposes all of the land which it owned in the Columbia River Gorge. That is, the areas known as -tending to the river, a small Multnomah, Benson, Shepperd's Dell, McLoughlin and Crown Point. and stoves, and a trail along The Commission chose at that time to accept only the area north of the Oregon-Washington Railroad and Navigation Company track. Since the ),000 visitors annually. Over- Commission did not wish to accept all of the city-owned land in the .ew people have utilized the gorge, the city of Portland, in December, 1938, deeded to the state all [ 91 ] NNW -. - - - __ - - __ -__ - Y_- . I - -

of its land north of the O.W.R. & N. track, which was parts of Multno- ties are roads, car parking E mah, Wahkeena and Benson Parks. Another gift of 8.5 acres from of the entrance road, equip Multnomah County was made on May 20, 1958. These gifts, totaling sanitary facilities. 84.3 acres, then became a state park which the Commission named A twenty thousand gall Benson Park in honor of S. Benson who had given the land to the city. high land to the north of tU Development was started in 1950 by construction of a standard Pulp and Paper Company. latrine, car parking area, tables, stoves and trails. A swimming beach Two old cottages obtaini was provided at Multnomah Lake. A good supply of water was secured takers. An equipment stor from U. S. Forest Service's system across the railroad track at Wahkeena Spencer Creek. Park. The stream channel of S The terrain at Benson Park is generally level with only two low prevent flooding and to pern areas in which small lakes were formed. One lake, Multnomah Creek The area was fenced in I Lake, is open to the river but the other lake, unnamed, is not open. The fence. Highway Commission gave the State Fish Commission the right to use Day use at Beverly Beac the closed lake for experimental purposes in the propagation of fish. totaled 72,831 camper night, This lease is dated August 13, 1959, and runs for 10 years. Permits in force at Bevei during 1963 was 115,772 visitors. Attendance at Benson Park Number Date The Union Pacific Railroad Company gave the Highway Commission 578 4-28-59 Co an undeterminable permit #373 covering right of way for use of a water pipe line across the railroad right of way. Permit is dated June 11, 1951, and runs for an indefinite period. 2011 8-14-58 Ce The U. S. Forest Service gave the Highway Commission permission to tap its water line on the south side of the highway for water at 2017 9- 1-58 Pa Benson Park. Use permit is dated March 7, 1951, and runs for an indefinite period. P-699 10-23-58 Or Beverly Beach State Park Beverly Beach State Park was started on 16.72 acres of excess right B-71401 8-15-58 WE of way land which was transferred to the Parks Division in 1942 and 1943. It is located on the easterly side of U. S. Highway 101, seven miles GR-2101 7-16-58 WE north of the city of Newport in Lincoln County. The park area comprises all of the level land lying along Spencer Blachly Mountain Forest Wc Creek for a distance of two-thirds of a mile from the highway. It is covered with spruce, white-barked alder and other species of native Blachly Mountain Fores growth, all of which give the park a distinctly woodsy appearance. The Siuslaw Highway 36, at the Commission approved naming the park Beverly Beach as the area had between Cheshire and Tria been known by that name for many years. the junction of Highways 3( Beverly Beach now totals 68.66 acres. A former state highway serves This wayside contains tx as an entrance road to the park. This road is also used by the Oregon way, in the NE¼/4 of Sectio Pulp and Paper Company to serve its land located north and east of Willamette Meridian, whic the park. The privilege to use this road was stipulated in the agreement March 21, 1931. The timber covering that portion of the park land which was acquired from the Oliver LaDuke, et al, in 193' Pulp and Paper Company. fir trees. An unusual feature of the park is its location. A highway bridge Much of the adjoining L1 over Spencer Creek was constructed of sufficient span and height to In order to assure preservat permit visitors of the park to safely pass beneath it when going to and state negotiated a federal le from the beach. Also, the park is so located as to have good protection in 1944 the government c, from the strong northwest winds which are usually cool along the coast. prohibited the leasing of 0. The terrain is nearly level as only the lowland was acquired. This In revision of the highw provided sufficient space for large areas for picnicking and overnight right of way, leaving 68.80 camping. The facilities have been constructed subsequent to 1953 as Blachly Wayside was si use demanded. There aer 216 overnight campsites, being 160 tent sprces Blachly Post Office which I and 56 trailer spaces, all with water, power and sanitary facilities. Also, local resident who pioneerec there is a group camp which will accommodate 50 people. Other ftcili- No active use is made of [ 92 ] which was parts of Multno- ties are roads, car parking areas and day use area on the westerly side other gift of 8.5 acres from of the entrance road, equipped with tables, electric stoves, water and 0, 1958. These gifts, totaling sanitary facilities. 'hich the Commission named A twenty thousand gallon water storage tank was constructed on iad given the land to the city. high land to the north of the park which was leased from the Oregon r construction of a standard Pulp and Paper Company. nd trails. A swimming beach Two old cottages obtained with the land serve as homes for care- I supply of water was secured takers. An equipment storage shed was built on the south side of he railroad track at Wahkeena Spencer Creek. The stream channel of Spencer Creek was deepened and widened to ally level with only two low prevent flooding and to permit better drainage of the land. One lake, Multnomah Creek The area was fenced in 1958 under contract, using a chain link-type re, unnamed, is not open. The fence. , Commission the right to use Day use at Beverly Beach totaled 144,700 visitors and overnight use as in the propagation of fish. totaled 72,831 camper nights during 1963. ins for 10 years. Permits in force at Beverly Beach are as follows: 3 was 115,772 visitors. Number Date Name Expiration Fave the Highway Commission ight of way for use of a water 578 4-28-59 Columbia River Paper Co-use Permit is dated June 11, 1951, of entrance road 1-15-64 2011 8-14-58 Central Lincoln PUD-electric ,hway Commission permission service Indefinite of the highway for water at 2017 9- 1-58 Pacific Tel & Tel Co-pay tele- ch 7, 1951, and runs for an phone P-699 10-23-58 Oregon Pulp and Paper Co- reservoir and line easement 10-23-68 on 16.72 acres of excess right B-71401 8-15-58 Water right for domestic and e Parks Division in 1942 and irrigation use r. S. Highway 101, seven miles GR-2101 7-16-58 Water right for 17-foot well sunty. vel land lying along Spencer Blachly Mountain Forest Wayside ,nile from the highway. It is * and other species of native Blachly Mountain Forest Wayside is located on the north side of ictly woodsy appearance. The Siuslaw Highway 36, at the summit of the Coast Range of mountains, everly Beach as the area had between Cheshire and Triangle Lake, approximately 18 miles west of the junction of Highways 36 and 99 in Lane County. A former state highway serves This wayside contains two 40-acre tracts, less the highway right of id is also used by the Oregon way, in the NE1/4 of Section 12, Township 16 South, Range 7 West of nd located north and east of Willamette Meridian, which were purchased from Lane County on as stipulated in the agreement March 21, 1931. The timber on this land, however, was purchased from vhich was acquired from the Oliver LaDuke, et al, in 1930 to assure preservation of the good stand of fir trees. location. A highway bridge Much of the adjoining land was owned by the federal government. sufficient span and height to In order to assure preservation of the timber on the adjoining land, the beneath it when going to and state negotiated a federal lease in 1931 covering 206.49 acres. However, ed as to have good protection in 1944 the government canceled the lease as a change in the law e usually cool along the coast. prohibited the leasing of 0. & C. lands to states. lowland was acquired. This In revision of the highway, approximately 11.2 acres were taken for for picnicking and overnight right of way, leaving 68.80 acres in the park at the close of 1963. ucted subsequent to 1953 as Blachly Wayside was so named because of its close proximity to mpsites, being 160 tent sprces Blachly Post Office which had been named to honor William Blachly. a r and sanitary facilities. Also, local resident who pioneered to Oregon in 1854. odate 50 people. Other facili- No active use is made of the area. 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Boiler Bay Wayside Blue Mountain Forest Wayside Boiler Bay Wayside is lc Blue Mountain Forest Wayside is about 20 miles in length, located mile north of the community along U. S. Highway 30 (Interstate 80N). It begins near the summit of This 31.99-acre wayside the Blue Mountains in Umatilla County and extends easterly to a point ocean at the south side of th one mile west of Hilgard in Union County. The two-county area contains 2,151.46 acres and consists of intermittent strips approximately its name because of an old r near the shore. The Oregoi 500 feet wide on each side of the Old Oregon Trail. shaft are remains of a small Land purchases for this wayside through the Blue Mountains began 1910." The wayside is name in 1927 and continued through 1937-a period of ten years. There were The first acquisition for I two gifts for this wayside, one was 5.04 acres on February 25, 1927, Lumberman's Trust Compai from G. W. and Frieda Klopfenstein and the other was a 40-acre tract acres on the easterly side of from the State Land Board on April 28, 1931. of London on March 17, 193( The primary reason for acquisition of these lands was to preserve A loop service road allo' the beautiful effect of the evergreen forest and to prevent cutting of the traveler to view the spe( the pine timber along the highway. Preservation of the timber was which is especially interesti particularly desirable as it is the azure-like appearance of the forested calm periods many people St areas that gives the unusual color to the mountains which caused the About 50 feet back fron early voyagers to call them the Blue Mountains. This evergreen forest this promontory, or headlar was particularly attractive to the weary occupants of the early-day tide or during a storm at se wagon trains. The traveler today finds it equally attractive. feet into the air from this I Few people realize that this is the only evergreen forest on U. S. the northern edge of the Highway 30 South (Interstate 80N) between Salt Lake City in Utah accidents. and The Dalles in Oregon, and on U. S. 30 west of the Missouri River. Several picnic tables, wz This mountain range was known as the Blue Mountains as early as vided at this interesting seas 1811. David Thompson of the Northwest Company of Canada, while This popular wayside are voyaging down the Columbia River, was impressed by the unusual blue Permit #505 for a T.V. a of these forested mountains as they lifted against the sky. He is reputed M. E. Finley on November 8, to be the one who first called this range the Blue Mountains and noted Bolon Island Tideways Wayw their presence in his journals. Again in 1820, David Douglas, the botanist after whom the Douglas fir is named, used this term in refer- Bolon Island Tideways V ence to these mountains. It is obvious how the wayside acquired its Bolon Island west of U. S. : name. Umpqua River immediately County. It acquired its nami No attempt was made to acquire lands through these mountains on name was Bolon, according which there was no timber; therefore, there are five portions of the Names. highway where no wayside land was acquired. Bolon Island Wayside cc On the Indian land which was acquired in 1929 there was a small was given to the state in 193 restaurant or inn, known as Sunset Inn. It was located near mile post in memory of their two decE 254. This restaurant was poorly patronized and did not prove to be a children was installed by th, satisfactory business. It burned, however, about 1932. berlains requested, and the Visitors at this wayside during 1962 totaled 10,983. No count was area be named Tideways Pai made in 1963. The only improvement a Permits as follows have been issued: cars, from which a foot trail A viewpoint at the top of th Number Date Name Expiration surrounding territory. 9-16-57 Eastern Oregon Electric Company Indefinite 5133 Visitors during 1962 total 5190 10-30-57 Eastern Oregon Electric Company Permit #1710-A, to Wil] 5605 9-14-59 Eastern Oregon Electric Company December 21, 1951, for cross Historic sign located at ca 4402 6-26-57 Salt Lake Pipe Line Company 4415 6-28-57 Salt Lake Pipe Line Company Bonneville State Park Bonneville State Park is Cat Bowman Club- 1795 11- 2-56 Happy River, approximately 40 mil archery range 5-6-63 [ 94 ] Boiler Bay Wayside Boiler Bay Wayside is located on Highway 101, approximately one t 20 miles in length, located mile north of the community of Depoe Bay in Lincoln County. It begins near the summit of This 31.99-acre wayside occupies a promontory jutting into the d extends easterly to a point ocean at the south side of the opening to Boiler Bay. The bay acquired r. The two-county area con- its name because of an old marine boiler which at low tide can be seen nittent strips approximately near the shore. The Oregon Geographic Names says, "the boiler and fon Trail. shaft are remains of a small freighter, the J. Marhoffer, lost on May 18, fh the Blue Mountains began 1910." The wayside is named after the bay. lod of ten years. There were The first acquisition for this wayside was 5.83 acres purchased from acres on February 25, 1927, Lumberman's Trust Company on January 19, 1926. An area of 26.16 he other was a 40-acre tract acres on the easterly side of the highway was obtained from Lord Peal 31. of London on March 17, 1936, at a cost of $50 per acre. these lands was to preserve A loop service road allows cars to enter the park, thus permitting st and to prevent cutting of the traveler to view the spectacular wave action along the rocky shore, servation of the timber was which is especially interesting during a period of heavy seas. During :e appearance of the forested calm periods many people surf fish from the rocks. mountains which caused the About 50 feet back from the waters edge at the extreme point of ritains. This evergreen forest this promontory, or headland, is what is called a blowhole. At high occupants of the early-day tide or during a storm at sea, water can often be seen spouting many qually attractive. feet into the air from this hole. Of course, this hole and the bluff at ly evergreen forest on U. S. the northern edge of the promontory have been fenced to prevent 'een Salt Lake City in Utah accidents. west of the Missouri River. Several picnic tables, water and sanitary facilities have been pro- a Blue Mountains as early as vided at this interesting seashore viewpoint. Company of Canada, while This popular wayside area had 249,388 visitors during 1963. npressed by the unusual blue Permit #505 for a T.V. antenna and cable was issued to L. C. and .gainst the sky. He is reputed M. E. Finley on November 8, 1957, at an annual cost of $100. ,le Blue Mountains and noted Bolon Island Tideways Wayside n 1820, David Douglas, the ned, used this term in refer- Bolon Island Tideways Wayside comprises all of the higher land on ow the wayside acquired its Bolon Island west of U. S. Highway 101. The island is located in the Umpqua River immediately north of the city of Reedsport in Douglas County. It acquired its name from an early settler on the island whose through these mountains on name was Bolon, according to McArthur's book of Oregon Geographic iere are five portions of the Names. red. Bolon Island Wayside contains 11.41 acres of steep timberland. It Xd in 1929 there was a small was given to the state in 1934 by William C. and Jennie D. Chamberlain It was located near mile post in memory of their two deceased children. A plaque in memory of the Xd and did not prove to be a children was installed by the Civilian Conservation Corps. The Cham- about 1932. berlains requested, and the Highway Commission approved, that the otaled 10,983. No count was area be named Tideways Park. The only improvement at this wayside is a small area for parking cars, from which a foot trail to the top of the hill has been constructed. A viewpoint at the top of the hill enables visitors to view the beautiful Expiration surrounding territory. :lectric Company Indefinite Visitors during 1962 totaled 60,615. No count was made in 1963. Jlectric Company Permit #1710-A, to Willamina and Grand Ronde Railway, dated ilectric Company December 21, 1951, for crossing. Indefinite period. Historic sign located at car parking place. ,ine Company mine Company Bonneville State Park Bonneville State Park is located at Bonneville Dam on the Columbia ian Club- River, approximately 40 miles east of Portland in Multnomah County. 5-6-63 [ 95 ] The park first consisted of a nice level, quite usable area which was A perpetual pipe line obtained in January, 1931. However, this usable area was needed by Stock Company is dated S, the United States Government as a service area at the dam. The prop- A water right permit # erty was given to the government in 1933. Bonneville Park now contains 51.05 acres, consisting of five frag- Bradley Wayside mentary tracts ranging in size from 3.76 to 25.36 acres. The latter tract Bradley Wayside is lo is a timbered area on the south side of the highway at Tooth Rock about 22 miles east of Ast Tunnel. County. On April 10, 1942, the federal government gave to the state 17.24 This delightful area of acres located on both sides of the highway. On that portion north of the as a park by the heirs of I road was a large home which had been built by the late Samuel Hill. the Highway Commission This home was occupied intermittently for several years. At the time deed giving title to the stb the Columbia River Highway was being rebuilt, in 1959, this home was Bradley heirs approved th sold. It was demolished and removed from the area because a portion tained in the deed to Clatsi of the land was needed in the construction of the new highway. To Bradley Wayside is essE provide access to the remaining area would have been very expensive, River and its Washington if not impossible. timber and other indigenoi Flowage easements have been granted on all lands affected by the Developments are a car raising of the water level of Bonneville pool. Some were granted by from a source some two the Highway Commission; others were granted by the previous owners Q-748 from Kaiser Gypsu of the lands. cottage were constructed it There has been no active public use of the area. A concessionaire was ot Agreements as follows affect Bonneville Park: extensions of the contract Number Date Name Expiration This arrangement was ne- 2801 3-24-49 Corps of Engineers-reservoir from a park maintenance s and pipe line easement Indefinite When the highway wa was located south of the 1 9223 6- 6-28 Water right permit 8475- interfere with the viewpoia unnamed creek picnic area. Instead, the 14102 12- 6-33 Water right permit 11133- in an increase of 15,000 vis unnamed creek The 1963 visitor count X Booth Wayside The following permits a Booth Wayside is located on both sides of Klamath Falls-Lakeview Water right permit #9020, i Permit #393 Highway, approximately 25 miles west of the city of Lakeview in Lake for logging ro, ber County. It consists of eight tracts of land, approximately 40 acres each, 27, 1957, to expire X Permit 310 for staggered along Antelope Canyon on the easterly side of Quartz power line, Mountain. on September 29, 1952, Permit 1531 for The first acquisition for Booth Wayside was a gift of 50 acres from pay teleph dated January R. A. Booth, President of the Oregon Land and Live Stock Company 18, 1954, Permit 8464 and a former Highway Commission Chairman, on October 3, 1928. Total given by Kai. May 10, acreage in the wayside at the close of 1963 was 311.26 acres, which 1960, for indefi Permit Q-748 includes a pipe line easement on 0.67 of an acre, another gift of 43.20 given by KaiE acres from Lake County and six purchased tracts. June 2, 1960, for an inde The land is moderately covered with pine trees. Buena Vista Ocean WaysidE The water system for the picnic area is 0.8 of a mile northwest of the western end of the park area, located on the N1/2 of Section 9, Buena Vista Ocean Way: Township 39 South, Range 18 East of Willamette Meridian. It was mately two miles south of completed in May, 1937. sides of a ridge at a saddle Other improvements are an entrance road, small parking area, six Hunters Creek bridge. overnight campsites, a few tables and stoves. The first acquisition for Day use in 1962 totaled 8,775 visitors. No count of overnight campers in June, 1930, at a cost of has been made except in 1960 and 1961 when there were 45 and 97 from time to time, making campers, respectively. No count of day visitors was made in 1963. The newly constructed [ 96 ] quite usable area which was A perpetual pipe line easement #71-B from Oregon Land and Live is usable area was needed by Stock Company is dated September 30, 1936. ,e area at the dam. The prop- A water right permit #12268 was issued on September 22, 1936. acres, consisting of five frag- Bradley Wayside to 25.36 acres. The latter tract Bradley Wayside is located on the lower Columbia River Highway the highway at Tooth Rock about 22 miles east of Astoria at the summit of Clatsop Crest in Clatsop County. riment gave to the state 17.24 This delightful area of 18.08 acres was first given to Clatsop County r. On that portion north of the as a park by the heirs of the Bradley estate in 1921. By an agreement built by the late Samuel Hill. the Highway Commission obtained the area on March 25, 1922, but the or several years. At the time deed giving title to the state was not signed until April 13, 1932. The -ebuilt, in 1959, this home was Bradley heirs approved the deed subject to the same provisions as con- am the area because a portion tained in the deed to Clatsop County. Lion of the new highway. To Bradley Wayside is essentially a viewpoint overlooking the Columbia ild have been very expensive, River and its Washington shore. It is covered with a good stand of fir timber and other indigenous species. cd on all lands affected by the Developments are a car parking area, picnic area and a water system pool. Some were granted by from a source some two miles to the west under permits #8454 and ranted by the previous owners Q-748 from Kaiser Gypsum, Inc. Sanitary facilities and a caretaker's cottage were constructed in 1923. the area. A concessionaire was obtained who operated under a contract. Many le Park: extensions of the contract were made over a period of several years. Expiration This arrangement was never quite satisfactory neither financially nor from a park maintenance standpoint. eers-reservoir When the highway was reconstructed through Bradley Wayside, it easement Indefinite was located south of the buildings. The moving of this road did not mit 8475- interfere with the viewpoint of this park nor did it affect the use of the picnic area. Instead, the provision of a good entrance road resulted mit 11133- in an increase of 15,000 visitors the following year. The 1963 visitor count was 57,028. The following permits affect this wayside: Water right permit #9020, issued June 14, 1923 for 0.25 c.f.s. es of Klamath Falls-Lakeview Permit #393 for logging road issued to Kaiser Gypsum, Inc. on Decem- F the city of Lakeview in Lake ber 27, 1957, to expire March 4, 1965. , approximately 40 acres each, Permit 310 for power line, issued to Bonneville Power Administration the easterly side of Quartz on September 29, 1952, for an indefinite period. Permit 1531 for pay telephone to Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Co., le was a gift of 50 acres from dated January 18, 1954, to expire when state requests. and and Live Stock Company Permit 8464 given by Kaiser Gypsum Company for water line, dated man, on October 3, 1928. Total May 10, 1960, for indefinite term. 1963 was 311.26 acres, which Permit Q-748 given by Kaiser Gypsum Company for water supply, dated an acre, another gift of 43.20 June 2, 1960, for an indefinite term. d tracts. )ine trees. Buena Vista Ocean Wayside is 0.8 of a mile northwest of 1 Buena Vista Ocean Wayside is located on U. S. Highway 101 approxi- ted on the N /2 of Section 9, Willamette Meridian. It was mately two miles south of Gold Beach in Curry County. It is on both sides of a ridge at a saddle which is less than one-half mile south of road, small parking area, six Hunters Creek bridge. yes. The first acquisition for this wayside was a 6-acre tract purchased No count of overnight campers in June, 1930, at a cost of $300. An additional 52.36 acres were added when there were 45 and 97 from time to time, making a total of 58.36 acres at the close of 1963. isitors was made in 1963. The newly constructed highway bisects this wayside at the saddle [ 97 1 I i ~iiin1iEinUF~~-IIsissnn. ~ I I

and continues in the same general area as did the old road. The western government in 1930 for a I part of the tract is generally open, offering the traveler almost an allow sale of such lands, bul unbroken view of the ocean. The top of the ridge and the eastern part County made an exchange of the tract are covered with young spruce timber and other native sold it to the state. The trar growth. of $2,437.80. The spectacular views of the ocean and the desire to preserve the The area is covered wit natural growth along this wayside prompted the Highway Commission minor importance are scatte to acquire this land. the 160 acres has been devel The name Buena Vista is Spanish for beautiful view or good view. long corridor serves the pur] This wayside is appropriately named. the many travelers. Day visitors during 1962 totaled 43,245. No count was made in 1963. Oil, gas and sulphur leas There are no improvements at this wayside other than a small area for 1955, expires December 19, ] parking cars. Day use during 1962 tot Easements and permits are as follows: 1963. P-184, dated July 12, 1944, to Curry County for a road. Perpetual. Canyon Creek Forest Waysic 856, dated January 16, 1946, to S. 0. Newhouse for private road. Perpetual. Canyon Creek Forest W, 3310, dated March 1, 1950, to Coos-Curry Electric for power line. Highway 5, approximately t Perpetual. County. Canyon Creek para 3380, dated June 19, 1950, to Coos-Curry Electric for power line. the area. Perpetual. The 80-acre tract, less hi 4126, dated April 27, 1953, to Coos-Curry Electric for power line. by Douglas County in 1943 Perpetual. the heavy growth of moder 30385, dated March 10, 1961, to Oleta Walker for access to residence. canyon. Developments at this w Bullards Beach State Park parking area, tables, water s The area is heavily used Bullards Beach State Park is in the process of being acquired. It is located on U. S. Highway 101, approximately one mile north of Bandon Cape Arago State Park in Coos County. The park area extends along the Coquille River from Cape Arago State Park i Bullards Highway bridge westerly to the Pacific Ocean. headland just south of the I The first acquisition for this park was 715.82 acres purchased from secondary State Highway 2 the Bureau of Land Management on March 13, 1962, at a cost of $1,790. the city of Coos Bay in Coos Another area of 356.54 acres was purchased on November 15, 1962. Lewis A. McArthur in hi Other lands are in the process of being acquired and three transactions James Cook sighted it [Cap' were completed in 1963 covering 128.96 additional acres, making a total Cape Gregory for the saint of 1,201.32 acres in the park at the close of 1963. called Cape Arago, and is No use has been made of the area and no developments have yet Geographic Names. Dominii been made. a great French physicist a Alexander von Humboldt." Camas Mountain Wayside in his U. S. Coast Survey Camas Mountain Wayside is located on both sides of the Coos Bay- Humboldt to the Bay in Cali] Roseburg Highway 42 at its summit of Camas Mountain in Douglas in Oregon because of the we County. It is 14 miles west from Winston and approximately two miles which friendship "lasted ovi east from the community named Camas Valley. having troubled it." The name Camas is taken from that of a favorite food of the western The park area offers a ci Indians, the Camassia bulb, a plant related to the scilla, according to magnificent coast line and o McArthur's Oregon Geographic Names. The word was derived from the of ocean. Nootka Indian word Chamass, meaning "fruit" or "sweet." It was The entire 134-acre park adopted into the Chinook jargon as camas, kamass, lacmass, and laka- Lela G. Simpson, his wife, t] mass. The locality of Camas Valley, after which this wayside was County. There are seven sti named, is a place where the Indians gathered supplies of the sweetish no timber shall be remove, bulbs of the blue-flowered "Lakamass." Simpson decided that the th This 160-acre tract of 0. & C. land was leased from the federal condition, should be remove [ 98 ] id the old road. The western government in 1930 for a term of 20 years. The federal Act did not *ing the traveler almost an allow sale of such lands, but it did allow exchanges. Therefore, Douglas e ridge and the eastern part County made an exchange with the federal government and, in turn, ce timber and other native sold it to the state. The transaction was consummated in 1947 at a price of $2,437.80. I the desire to preserve the The area is covered with a good stand of fir trees. Other trees of Ed the Highway Commission minor importance are scattered throughout the area. A small portion of the 160 acres has been developed for a wayside stop. The one-half mile eautiful view or good view. long corridor serves the purpose of a timbered wayside and rest area for the many travelers. No count was made in 1963. Oil, gas and sulphur lease #1699 to W. J. Adair, dated December 19, other than a small area for 1955, expires December 19, 1965. Day use during 1962 totaled 4,023 visitors. No count was made in 1963. , for a road. Perpetual. Canyon Creek Forest Wayside qewhouse for private road. Canyon Creek Forest Wayside is located on both sides of Interstate ry Electric for power line. Highway 5, approximately three miles south of Canyonville in Douglas County. Canyon Creek parallels the highway through the full length of ry Electric for power line. the area. The 80-acre tract, less highway right of way, was given to the state ry Electric for power line. by Douglas County in 1943 for a wayside and to assure preservation of the heavy growth of moderately young fir trees on both sides of the lker for access to residence. canyon. Developments at this wayside consist of an entrance road, small parking area, tables, water and sanitary facilities. The area is heavily used but no actual count has been made. cess of being acquired. It is ly one mile north of Bandon Cape Arago State Park ong the Coquille River from Cape Arago State Park includes all of the southerly portion of the acific Ocean. headland just south of the mouth of Coos Bay. It is at the end of the 715.82 acres purchased from secondary State Highway 240, approximately 15 miles westerly from 13, 1962, at a cost of $1,790. the city of Coos Bay in Coos County. sed on November 15, 1962. Lewis A. McArthur in his Oregon Geographic Names says, "Captain Luired and three transactions James Cook sighted it [Cape Arago] on March 12, 1778, and named it litional acres, making a total Cape Gregory for the saint of that day. Since 1850 this cape has been 1963. called Cape Arago, and is officially so known by the U. S. Board of i no developments have yet Geographic Names. Dominique Francois Jean Arago (1786-1853) was a great French physicist and geographer. He was the intimate of Alexander von Humboldt." It seems obvious that William P. McArthur in his U. S. Coast Survey Chart prepared in 1850, applied the name both sides of the Coos Bay- Humboldt to the Bay in California and then the name Arago to the Cape 'amas Mountain in Douglas in Oregon because of the well-known friendship between the two men ind approximately two miles which friendship "lasted over forty years without a single cloud ever lley. having troubled it." favorite food of the western The park area offers a commanding view in either direction of the d to the scilla, according to magnificent coast line and offshore rocks as well as the broad expanse e word was derived from the of ocean. "fruit" or "sweet." It was The entire 134-acre park was a gift in 1932 from L. J. Simpson and kamass, lacmass, and laka- Lela G. Simpson, his wife, the Cape Arago Park Commission and Coos er which this wayside was County. There are seven stipulations in the deed, one of which is that red supplies of the sweetish no timber shall be removed from the land. However, in 1933 Mr. Simpson decided that the timber, because of its age and deteriorating vas leased from the federal condition, should be removed. He approved a sale with the under- [99]

T tional tracts were purchasE standing that the proceeds would be expended in park improvement or 1958, one of which was obt; the purchase of additional land. It was sold on August 15, 1935, to 1939 on which the company H. M. Counts at a price of $3,000. In 1937 another sale of down timber Another was made to Mr. Counts at a price of $750. gift toward thiu tion of St. Paul, Minnesota, On February 6, 1936, the Highway Commission approved a lease to the mineral the U. S. Treasury Department covering five acres near the east side rights. That pai Louis W. Hill State Park as of the park for use by the Coast Guard to establish a radio station. The An exchange Coast Guard closed this park to the public on March 9, 1942, for the of land wi duration of hostilities. The Commission approved on April 27, 1943, in 1959 by giving to the C entry and use by the United States Army for defense purposes. stump land and $3,066 in e A fire, possibly of incendiary origin, swept over a large portion land adjoining the park. Th of the park in September, 1944 and destroyed the newly started from Tillamook County. A reforestation. 1963, with Timber Services, exchange Cape Arago Park was vacated by the Army, Coast Guard and the for 63.60 acres fi radio group in 1945. They were relieved of further responsibility or resulted in a net park acrea obligation by paying an agreed price for cleanup and repairs. The price Cape Lookout Park take claim was $2,984, with an offset of $676 for equipment left in place, such as that the name Lookou pipe line, motors, etc. in 1788 to an area approxin Telephone service at the park was provided in 1949 by use of the Cape Meares. The U. S. C this area Coast Guard's line and was continued under agreement extensions from to be Cape Lookoul time to time. The Mountain States Power Company's line was extended Park improvements start the to the park under an agreement signed February 7, 1950. The power area, a caretaker's cottat company agreed to not only extend the power service to the park, but with water and sanitary f to repair and maintain the line as needed. camp with all the necessar with trailer The Civilian Conservation Corps performed considerable work in the sites numberii park during the period 1934-1937. This work included constructing supply, stoves, fireplaces at roads, trails, fire breaks and fire hazard reduction, clearing a picnic camp which will accommode The area, setting up tables and stoves, constructing a water system and road was surfaced erecting a park foreman's cottage. The old sanitary facility was replaced state completed the gradin in 1962. constructed a line into the pa Day use during 1963 was 138,596 visitors. would pay a minimum year] stabilization by planting o Cape Lookout State Park extending over a period of 50 feet. All bare, sandy ar Cape Lookout State Park has a special attraction to birdwatchers, done by the boys from Mac] trail trampers, and beach relaxers because there are trails, birds, and whereby the state paid eac] beaches aplenty in this 1,946.34-acre park. It is located off U. S. High- Coast Guard was granted , way 101, about 12 miles southwest of Tillamook, via Netarts and telephone line parallel to anc Whiskey Creek Road, along the northern part of the Oregon coast in A B-17 bomber on coasts Tillamook County. the cape, leaving only one s The Wild Life Service has counted 154 species of birds in the park. cape to honor those who lost A long trail leads to the summit of an 800-foot ridge and on down to In late 1949, Jackson Cre the point of the cape. From this cape trail, birds can be seen flying to the ocean by changing the ch and from nesting and resting places. Each side of the west part of the by Tillamook County and thE cape falls abruptly to the sea, but is suitable for nesting by shore and of the creek diversion was tc sea birds. The northern part of the park is moderately level. start a run of salmon and trc The beach is long and gently slopes into the water. This makes a Dedication of the Louis I fine stretch of beach for general use. The sand is hard and suitable for ber 23, 1954, with several n( hiking, and the ocean here is suitable for bathing, fishing and clamming. presentation and Marshall I Main cover of the park consists of spruce and hemlock timber, with Paul Patterson, accepted. 1 lesser species indigenous to the coast. Approximately 30 acres at the Tillamook County Judge, ant south end of the bay is flooded during winter at periods of high tides; Superintendent. hence tree growth is eliminated in that area. Since the dedication, mar First acquisition of land for Cape Lookout Park was a gift from the coastal forest and enjoy the s U. S. Lighthouse Service on September 3, 1935, of 975 acres. Six addi- [1001 tional tracts were purchased, amounting to 381.63 acres, from 1938 to ided in park improvement or 1958, one of which was obtained from Crown Zellerbach Corporation in sold on August 15, 1935, to 1939 on which the company retained the timber for 25 years. another sale of down timber Another gift toward this park was 175 acres from the Hill Founda- tion of St. Paul, Minnesota, on August 9, 1951. The Foundation retained nmission approved a lease to the mineral rights. That part donated by the Hill Foundation was named five acres near the east side Louis W. Hill State Park as a subsection of the park. establish a radio station. The An exchange of land with Crown Zellerbach Corporation was made ic on March 9, 1942, for the in 1959 by giving to the Corporation an isolated 138.64-acre tract of approved on April 27, 1943, stump land and $3,066 in exchange for 58.15 acres of heavily timbered for defense purposes. land adjoining the park. The 138-acre tract had been purchased in 1958 swept over a large portion from Tillamook County. Another exchange of lands on February Destroyed the newly started 18, 1963, with Timber Services, Inc., increased the park by 495.20 acres in exchange for 63.60 acres from Cascadia State Park. This transaction Army, Coast Guard and the resulted in a net park acreage of 1,946.34 acres at the close of 1963. of further responsibility or Cape Lookout Park takes its name from that of the cape. Historians eanup and repairs. The price claim that the name Lookout was applied by John Meares, a sea captain, iipment left in place, such as in 1788 to an area approximately 10 miles to the north, now known as Cape Meares. The U. S. Coast Survey charts of 1850 and 1853 show 3vided in 1949 by use of the this area to be Cape Lookout and that name still stands. er agreement extensions from Park improvements started early in 1952 by constructing a road into Company's line was extended the area, a caretaker's cottage, a large car parking area, a day-use camp 'ebruary 7, 1950. The power with water and sanitary facilities, bathhouse and a large overnight ower service to the park, but camp with all the necessary facilities. Overnight campsites total 196, with trailer sites numbering 53, together with picnic tables, water med considerable work in the supply, stoves, fireplaces and comfort stations. There is also a group work included constructing camp which will accommodate 100 people. reduction, clearing a picnic The road was surfaced with rock by Tillamook County after the ructing a water system and state completed the grading. The Mountain States Power Company sanitary facility was replaced constructed a line into the park in 1952 with the understanding the state would pay a minimum yearly bill of $335.76 for five years. Sand dune frs. stabilization by planting of dune grass started in November, 1951, extending over a period of several years. Some dunes are as high as 50 feet. All bare, sandy areas have been planted. The planting was al attraction to birdwatchers, done by the boys from MacLaren School for Boys under an agreement 3e there are trails, birds, and whereby the state paid each boy $1 for each day worked. The U. S. . It is located off U. S. High- Coast Guard was granted a permit on July 28, 1943, to construct a Tillamook, via Netarts and telephone line parallel to and about 400 feet from the shore. part of the Oregon coast in A B-17 bomber on coastal patrol October 12, 1943, struck the top of the cape, leaving only one survivor. Later a plaque was placed on the t species of birds in the park. cape to honor those who lost their lives on that patrol. )0-foot ridge and on down to In late 1949, Jackson Creek was diverted from flowing directly into il, birds can be seen flying to the ocean by changing the channel into Netarts Bay. The cost was borne h side of the west part of the by Tillamook County and the Netarts Bay Oyster Growers. The purpose able for nesting by shore and of the creek diversion was to freshen the water in the bay and possibly is moderately level. start a run of salmon and trout in Jackson Creek. nto the water. This makes a Dedication of the Louis W. Hill State Park took place on Septem- sand is hard and suitable for ber 23, 1954, with several notable guests. Louis W. Hill, Jr., made the )athing, fishing and clamming. presentation and Marshall Dana, personal representative of Governor uce and hemlock timber, with Paul Patterson, accepted. Main speakers were Otto E. Effenberger, pproximately 30 acres at the Tillamook County Judge, and C. H. Armstrong, then Oregon State Parks inter at periods of high tides; Superintendent. rea. Since the dedication, many persons have visited the park to se- tbe kout Park was a gift from the coastal forest and enjoy the sandy beach. The use of the Louis Hill Park 1935, of 975 acres. Six addi- [ 101 I - 7 IT ~ m mmi. .i..iifluliii iiI

for recreation makes possible a permanent wildlife sanctuary on Cape rapher, a Pacific coast ex] Lookout. The cape itself, a finger-like projection about two miles long, points on the Oregon Coasi is being kept in its primitive state with only a single trail leading to its believed he applied the na northern tip. Cape Meares. However, C A timber trespass by E. W. Homstad occurred in 1955 on the north- who, believing the name easterly part of the park for which he paid $376. promontory some 10 miles the cape as we know it tod Attendance at Cape Lookout Park during 1963 was 147,964 day visitors, 74,682 overnight campers and 1,168 in the group camp. Views from the park c( Rocks, other offshore promi Cape Lookout Park is affected by the following permits: the coastal refuge and bre Number Date Name Expiration wildlife. 450 7-11-56 Crown Zellerbach Corp-use Improvements are an park road 7-11-64 sanitary facilities, trails ar 1372 3-26-52 Tillamook County-agreement of the area. for use of road Indefinite As of 1963 no count has 1413 9-12-52 Mountain States Power Co Cape Sebastian State Park (now P.P.&L.) Cape Sebastian State F 1814 1- 7-57 Pacific Tel & Tel Co-two pay same name, sometimes ref( phones 30-day notice on both sides of Highway 1 10-30-43 U. S. Coast Guard-telephone County. There is one isola line Indefinite midway between the cape a 11- 1-62 Tillamook County-easement The property east of th road Perpetual is heavily timbered, but tU 21681 State Engineer-water right 0.2 with low-growing brush. c.f.s. steep bluffs on the ocean si Acquisition of this scer 18861 State Engineer-water right 0.5 c.f.s. of 241.80 acres from Geor during the period 1925 to 1 Cape Meares State Park acres, was acquired on Dec Newhouse at a cost of $1 Cape Meares State Park contains 138.51 acres of land leased from 1,104.31 acres at the close c the United States Government in November, 1938, under a Special Use Permit (with restrictions) for the purpose of cooperating with the Relocation of Highway I Bureau of Biological Survey in administering the area as a joint National road is in the vicinity of t] Wildlife Refuge and a state park project. (The Bureau of Fish and Wild- on which the entrance roa( life is successor to the Bureau of Biological Survey.) It is part of the and the old highway and federally owned land at Cape Meares, located approximately 10 miles Meyers Creek. A new com west of Tillamook in Tillamook County. It is timberland and lies on was constructed. the north and easterly part of the cape. The remainder of the cape, The cape is essentially containing Cape Meares Lighthouse, is owned by the U. S. Coast Guard. parking area partially surr Agreement #2468 with the U. S. Coast Guard, covering the use of and parking area, distant X, 24.16 acres of land in Lot 3, Section 13, Township 1 South, Range 10 line. On clear days, one ca West W.M., was obtained on September 19, 1961. There are 13 provi- miles) and to the south 5 sions in this agreement relating to the use and responsibility of the U. S. California coast. Coast Guard and the state in the use of the land. Growing on this area Cape Sebastian got its is an unusually large, oddly branched spruce tree. Its diameter near fact that in January, 1603, the base is between nine and ten feet and each limb from three to five the white cliff and promot feet. Because of its unique shape and immense trunk size, this tree is that day, San Sebastian. known as the "Octopus Tree" and has created great interest. Total A permit was given to I acreage in the park was 162.67 acres as of the close of 1963. struct a power line across t Cane Meares was so named to honor John Meares, who, in the latter value of the timber destros part of the 18th century was a Lieutenant in the British Navy, a geog- Park visitors average 2= t 102 1 twildlife sanctuary on Cape rapher, a Pacific coast explorer and a fur trader. He named several jection about two miles long, points on the Oregon Coast which later were difficult to identify. It is Ly a single trail leading to its believed he applied the name Cape Lookout to the area now known as Cape Meares. However, George Davidson of the U. S. Coast Survey, curred in 1955 on the north- who, believing the name Cape Lookout was well established to the [ $376. promontory some 10 miles south, in 1857 applied the name Meares to the cape as we know it today. The park is named for the cape. iring 1963 was 147,964 day 8 in the group camp. Views from the park cover the wide expanse of ocean, Three Arch Rocks, other offshore promontories, Tillamook Rock and Lighthouse, and )llowing permits: the coastal refuge and breeding ground for migratory birds and other Expiration wildlife. Corp-use Improvements are an entrance road, small area for parking cars, 7-11-64 sanitary facilities, trails and the necessary fencing to protect the users - agreement of the area. Indefinite As of 1963 no count has been made of the park visitors. Power Co Cape Sebastian State Park Cape Sebastian State Park occupies the promontory known by the o-two pay same name, sometimes referred to as Cape San Sebastian. It is located 30-day notice on both sides of Highway 101, seven miles south of Gold Beach in Curry -telephone County. There is one isolated tract included in the main area, located Indefinite midway between the cape and Hunters Creek, known as Colvin Wayside. -easement The property east of the old highway on the north side of the cape Perpetual is heavily timbered, but that on the south side of the cape is covered ter right 0.2 with low-growing brush. The terrain is generally rolling with high, steep bluffs on the ocean side. Canyons cut the area in two places. ter right 0.5 Acquisition of this scenic, coastal park began in 1925 by purchase of 241.80 acres from George W. Henry. Several areas were acquired during the period 1925 to 1940, and an additional tract, containing 34.83 acres, was acquired on December 11, 1963, from C. H. Young and S. 0. Newhouse at a cost of $1, bringing the total acreage in the park to il acres of land leased from 1,104.31 acres at the close of 1963. or, 1938, under a Special Use )se of cooperating with the Relocation of Highway 101 started in 1960. North of the cape the new ig the area as a joint National road is in the vicinity of the old highway, then cuts through the ridge 'he Bureau of Fish and Wild- on which the entrance road was located midway between the overlook al Survey.) It is part of the and the old highway and extends southerly near the ocean shore at ated approximately 10 miles Meyers Creek. A new connection to the overlook and car parking area It is timberland and lies on was constructed. The remainder of the cape, The cape is essentially a scenic viewpoint on which there is a car ied by the U. S. Coast Guard. parking area partially surrounded by a stone wall. From this headland Guard, covering the use of and parking area, distant views may be had of the ocean and the coast Fownship 1 South, Range 10 line. On clear days, one can see to the north as far as Cape Blanco (43 3, 1961. There are 13 provi- miles) and to the south 50 miles, as far as Point St. George on the ind responsibility of the U. S. California coast. Ž land. Growing on this area Cape Sebastian got its name, and subsequently the park, from the ruce tree. Its diameter near fact that in January, 1603, Sebastian Viscaino, a Pacific explorer, sighted each limb from three to five the white cliff and promontory. He named it in honor of the saint of nense trunk size, this tree is that day, San Sebastian. 'reated great interest. Total A permit was given to the Coos-Curry Power Co-op in 1950 to con- the close of 1963. struct a power line across the park. The Co-op was charged $4,615, the hn Meares, who, in the latter value of the timber destroyed when the line was constructed. in the British Navy, a geog- Park visitors average 22,000 per year. [ 103 ]

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this park: The following agreements affect Therefore, the High Number Date Name Expiration wayside should be sold 3013 11-12-57 Newhouse and Young-private road Perpetual which the land had be 3308 3- 1-50 Coos-Curry Power Co-op-power called for on the five , line were received on four 5773 9-16-60 West Coast Telephone Co-tele- northerly area. Bids f phone line tract located nine mil deeded to the buyer. Carl G. Washburne Memorial Park contract agreement to Carl G. Washburne Memorial Park is located on U. S. Highway 101, been made. midway between Yachats and Florence, about two miles north of Heceta A total of 434 acres Head in Lane County. The Coos-Curry El The 1,211-acre tract was a gift to the state on April 13, 1962, under and 5281 for extensior the will of Narcissa J. Washburne in memory of her husband, Carl G. tracts. In the construe Washburne, a former State Highway Commissioner (1932-1935) and a the tract located nine Eugene investor and businessman. wind damage, thus nE The State Parks and Recreation Division had long desired that this or west side of the lii beautiful area be in public ownership for the enjoyment and pleasure chased 473M B.F. Douw of the general public. As far back as 1936 attempts were made to Original section cc acquire the land. The only stipulation connected with the gift is that resulted in six trespa the area be named Carl G. Washburne Memorial Park. collected $1,888 durin The gently rolling hills, which actually are ancient sand dunes, are lands. covered principally with a new growth of spruce trees. The portion There has been no west of the highway has a heavy undergrowth of coast huckleberry. Agreement #551, is When these huckleberry bushes put forth new growth it has a bright an access road. Agreei coppery appearance or bronze color. Because of this beautiful coloration, people many times have referred to this area as the Persian Carpet. Cascadia State Park it in a northwesterly The area is cut by China Creek flowing through Cascadia State Par into the ocean near the extreme northern edge. It is also direction 28 miles east of Leban by the Coast Highway 101 with the larger portion to the west divided the highway parallel ( toward the ocean. The park land is h G. Washburne family constructed a modest home near the The Carl land on the right ba northeast corner of the property. This will serve as a park personnel particularly heavy gr The sandy beach along a portion of the shore furnished great cottage. north hillside. Washburnes and will be a delight to the future patrons pleasure to the The first acquisiti hounds explore the beach seeking agates and of the park. Many rock 1941, from George Ge rocks. other beautiful Mr. Geisendorfer had No developments have been made as of the close of 1963. soda mineral spring- Carpenterville-BrookingsForest Wayside his guests, establish developed a water sys Carpenterville-Brookings Forest Wayside is located on the old route mately one-quarter o of U. S. Highway 101. It is comprised of five separate tracts located Mr. Geisendorfer had three, four, eight, nine and seventeen miles north of the city of Brookings the Baptist Conventih in Curry County. structed facilities on I All five tracts in this wayside were obtained to preserve the unusual After many years stand of fir timber each contained. The property was purchased from agreed to give title w the Brookings Land and Townsite Company on January 29, 1943, at a $50 per month for t price of $8,550 for the 510 acres. The area is generally cut by deep mortgage against th( canyons forming steep, natural slopes. Baptist Convention. The timberland has served to provide a natural setting for a pleasant, and his life expecta restful drive for the many travelers and visitors to the state. amounted to $4,100 o After construction in 1962 of the new highway, located nearer the There were narro coast, the tortuous old route of Highway 101 was abandoned as a state which were needed t responsibility. The old highway now serves the local travelers only. These strips aggrega [ 104 ] rk: Therefore, the Highway Commission Expiration believed the five tracts in this wayside should g-private road Perpetual be sold as they would no longer serve the purpose for which Co-op-power the land had been acquired. To fulfill that thought, bids were called for on the five separate tracts in July, 1962. Satisfactory prices were ione Co-tele- received on four of them. No bids were received on the most northerly area. Bids for the four tracts totaled $386,000. The 76-acre tract located nine miles from Brookings was paid for and has been deeded to the buyer. The three remaining areas were sold under a contract agreement to be cated on U. S. Highway 101, deeded to the buyers when all payments have been made. ut two miles north of Heceta A total of 434 acres remain in the wayside at the close of 1963. The Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative ,ate on April 13, 1962, under was given permits 3311, 5069 and 5281 for extension of a high voltage ory of her husband, Carl G. power line across two of the tracts. In the construction it passed through a heavy stand nissioner (1932-1935) and a of timber on the tract located nine miles from Brookings, leaving much exposed to wind damage, thus necessitating cutting all of n had long desired that this the trees on the south or west side of the line. Records the enjoyment and pleasure show the Electric Cooperative purchased 473M B.F. Douglas fir at $22, or $10,406. )36 attempts were made to Original section corners were not to be nected with the gift is that found in many cases. It r resulted in six trespasses between 1954 and 1958 iorial Park. for which the state collected $1,888 during the expanded logging operations are ancient sand on adjoining dunes, are lands. spruce trees. The portion There has been no active recreational use of 'owth of coast huckleberry. the area. Agreement #551, issued on November 18, 1958, new growth it has a bright gave Walter Haupt an access road. Agreement terminates on November 18, E of this beautiful coloration, 1963. a as the Persian Carpet. Cascadia State Park hrough it in a northwesterly northern edge. It is also Cascadia State Park is located on the South Santiam Highway, about larger portion to the west 28 miles east of Lebanon in Linn County. The South Santiam River and the highway parallel each other as they bisect this park property. led a modest home near the The park land is heavily timbered, except about 60 acres of meadow serve as a park personnel land on the right bank of the river. Fir is the principal species. A of the shore furnished great particularly heavy growth, estimated at four million FBM, covers the elight to the future patrons north hillside. e beach seeking agates and The first acquisition at Cascadia was 312.31 acres on February 22, 1941, from George Geisendorfer who had owned the land for many years. qe close of 1963. Mr. Geisendorfer had developed an area around the popular and fine soda mineral spring-Cascadia. He had erected a hotel to accommodate his guests, established a post office, constructed a camp area and * is located on the old route developed a water system. The water supply was from a spring approxi- [ive separate tracts located mately one-quarter of a mile north of the northwest corner cf his land. )rth of the city of Brookings Mr. Geisendorfer had leased an area on the easterly side of his land to the Baptist Convention for a 50-year period and the Baptists had con- lied to preserve the unusual structed facilities on the property. )perty was purchased from After many years of negotiating for this property, Mr. Geisendorfer on January 29, 1943, at a agreed to give title with the understanding that the state would pay him l is generally cut by deep $50 per month for the remainder of his life, pay $15,000 to cover a mortgage against the property and $4,000 to satisfy the lease to the itural setting for a pleasant, Baptist Convention. Mr. Geisendorfer was 77 years of age at that time ors to the state. and his life expectancy was not great. The $50 per month to him Ighway, located nearer the amounted to $4,100 over a period of 82 months. was abandoned as a state There were narrow strips of land between the highway and the river the local travelers only. which were needed to protect the park from undesirable developments. These strips aggregated 9.39 acres. One was acquired in 1941, two in [ 105 ]

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1942 and another in 1946, bringing the total acreage to 321.70, and Casey State Park placing in state ownership approximately one mile of frontage along Casey State Park is lo( the south bank of the Santiam River. miles northeast of the city On March 11, 1962, the state traded 63.60 acres of land at Cascadia by the beautiful Rogue Riv to Timber Services, Inc., in exchange for 495.20 acres at Cape Lookout This 80-acre tract was State Park. This transaction reduced Cascadia State Park to 258.10 and purchased in 1937. Th acres as of the close of 1963. the lease was made. The, Two homes had been built on the Geisendorfer property without small restaurant and some written agreements with Mr. Geisendorfer. One was owned by Reverend built a summer home near i D. V. Poling and the other by F. H. Pfeiffer. No agreements have since three-year leases, during i been made. These people were notified by the Chief Counsel to vacate which to move their build the property but the Highway Commission deferred action on Novem- his rights in 0.13 of an aci ber 18, 1941. Subsequent discussions have been had between these removing the building. M people and the Chief Counsel, without results. The present status of the upon vacating the propert3 land on which these homes stand is in state ownership but the buildings, On August 1, 1948, th it is presumed, are privately owned. Oregon State Board of F( Permission was given in 1942 for W. L. Jackson, owner of the Albany corner of the park on whic Democrat-Herald, and others to erect a monument at this park to the The Commission purch, memory of the late Joseph Ralston, a pioneer and great leader in pro- eastward from the park , moting construction of the Santiam Highway. foreman's home and park The road leading into the park utilizing a bridge across the Santiam California-Oregon Power ( River is heavily used by loggers and land owners residing on the north (See McLeod Wayside.) side of the river as well as by the park patrons. On April 4, 1941, the Improvements at the p; Linn County Court and Engineer recommended, and the Commission enlargement of the day us approved, that the road be made a state secondary highway, as the and central stove shelter. bridge needed repairs. additional tables, individui Cascadia School District No. 58, the local district, was granted a An irrigation ditch runt permit on October 11, 1951, for use of water for domestic purposes in was eliminated by a cash ] excess of the amount needed for the park. tionist was able to secure Improvements at this park include rebuilding the bridge on the downstream and use of a entrance road, constructing a complete day use area, including sanitary ditch which was expensive facilities, tables, stoves, etc., and rebuilding the water system, including A new standard sanitai the intercepting tank at the spring and holding reservoir. Also, con- October, 1962. structing an up-to-date tent camping area, including sanitary facilities, Day use at this park in entrance road and car parking spaces. The soda spring has been Water right #12456 was improved by stone paving around it and installation of a hand pump. irrigation use of 0.50 c.f.s. I All of the old structures on the north side of the river have been removed. Catherine Creek State Par) It is assumed that Mr. Geisendorfer named this area after the range Catherine Creek State I of mountains in which it is located. It was widely known by that name Highway 203, approximate so the state made no change after acquiring title. in Union County. It is bis The public day use at Cascadia in 1963 was 119,048 visitors and the The 160-acre tract was overnight use was 3,012 for the same period. the E. S. Collins Estate in : The following permits affect this park area: and extends high upon th south. The area is covered Number Date Name Expiration At one time this area ah II2456 11-11-61 Ben Phillips-use of water from identified as Collins Park, E spring Annually by E. S. Collins. On May 1 477 4-29-59 Ben Phillips-T.V. antenna site $25 monthly County for park purposes. 262 8- 2-50 William Munkers-logging and were not sufficient for pr private road Indefinite was deeded to the state. 3655 & At the time the title w 1454 3-26-53 Linn County School District #58 cottage on approximately o -water use 3-26-78 of the tract. This cottage v [ 106 ] Casey State Park is located on the Crater Lake Highway about 29 miles northeast of the city of Medford in Jackson County. It is bisected 0 acres of land at Cascadia by the beautiful Rogue River. 5.20 acres at Cape Lookout This 80-acre tract was leased from the federal government in 1932 !adia State Park to 258.10 and purchased in 1937. There were two squatters on the property when the lease was made. They were J. A. Casey, who had constructed a ;endorfer property without small restaurant and some other buildings, and E. H. Lamport, who had )ne was owned by Reverend built a summer home near Casey's development. These people were given No agreements have since three-year leases, during which time they were to find other lands on he Chief Counsel to vacate which to move their buildings. Mr. Lamport was finally paid $500 for deferred action on Novem- his rights in 0.13 of an acre of land in 1946 and given the privilege of * been had between these removing the building. Mr. Casey was paid the same amount in 1947 3. The present status of the upon vacating the property. wnership but the buildings, On August 1, 1948, the Commission gave a 15-year lease to the Oregon State Board of Forestry covering 1.7 acres in the southwest ckson, owner of the Albany corner of the park on which to construct a firewarden's home. ument at this park to the The Commission purchased a home located three-quarters of a mile ~r and great leader in pro- eastward from the park on the Crater Lake Highway for use as a foreman's home and park headquarters. It was purchased from the , bridge across the Santiam California-Oregon Power Company at a price of $7,500 on July 16, 1951. ners residing on the north (See McLeod Wayside.) ons. On April 4, 1941, the Improvements at the park by the Civilian Conservation Corps were aded, and the Commission enlargement of the day use area and construction of sanitary facilities ;econdary highway, as the and central stove shelter. Other improvements are car parking area, additional tables, individual stoves, trails and a boat launching ramp. al district, was granted a An irrigation ditch running along side of and parallel to the highway r for domestic purposes in was eliminated by a cash payment of $2,575 to the owner. The irriga- tionist was able to secure water for irrigation purposes from a point ailding the bridge on the downstream and use of a pump, thereby eliminating a long irrigation [se area, including sanitary ditch which was expensive to maintain. he water system, including A new standard sanitary facility was constructed at Casey Park in ding reservoir. Also, con- October, 1962. 'icluding sanitary facilities, Day use at this park in 1963 totaled 167,576 visitors. he soda spring has been Water right #12456 was issued on December 14, 1936 for domestic and ;tallation of a hand pump. irrigation use of 0.50 c.f.s. from a spring on the hill across the road. e of the river have been Catherine Creek State Park d this area after the range Catherine Creek State Park is located on Medical Springs Secondary idely known by that name Highway 203, approximately eight miles southeast of the city of Union tle. in Union County. It is bisected by the highway and Catherine Creek. as 119,048 visitors and the The 160-acre tract was a gift from Union County and the heirs of the E. S. Collins Estate in 1947. It comprises the floor of a small valley and extends high upon the timbered slopes to the north and to the south. The area is covered with pine, cottonwood and larch timber. Expiration At one time this area was known as Presbyterian Flat. It was later iater from identified as Collins Park, possibly because the property was once owned Annually by E. S. Collins. On May 14, 1932, Mr. Collins deeded the land to Union tenna site $25 monthly County for park purposes. The funds which the county could supply gging and were not sufficient for proper maintenance of the area; therefore, it Indefinite was deeded to the state. At the time the title was acquired by the state, there was a small )istrict #58 cottage on approximately one acre of the land near the southeast corner 3-26-78 of the tract. This cottage was being occupied by a county indigent who [ 107 ] -- 7 IFS~f~i~~grul~f~nfhIH

was given a life tenancy by Mr. Collins. This cottage burned in March, The occurrences detern 1956 and was never rebuilt. important place in the histi The park was named for the creek which flows through the area. for the establishment of t Improvements at Catherine Creek include day use area, overnight under the jurisdiction of camp, sanitary facilities, foot bridge across Catherine Creek and water changed in 1912 to the Bo system utilizing a spring located on the property. to the State Highway Com Park usage in 1962 was 33,765 day visitors and 2,200 overnight Improvements at Cham campers. No count was made in 1963. three sanitary facilities ar A permit to graze cattle on part of the park land was given to Royal constructed and a new he, Wilde in June, 1949. In consideration for this privilege Mr. Wilde was of the park near the count, to construct a fence across the park land to keep the cattle out of the 50 people was constructed developed area. This permit, #2217, is now held by Oscar G. Rollins and area near one of the sanit can be canceled at any time upon 30-day notice. constructed for use in the open area south of the da3 Champoeg State Park to Oregon. Champoeg State Park is located on the right bank of the Willamette Much of the area alo River, seven miles downstream from the city of Newberg and 25 miles planted to native Oregon north of Salem in Marion County. through the efforts of the The first deed to the State of Oregon (Secretary of State) covering early in 1957. In apprecia land in the present Champoeg park is dated June 15, 1901. It covers leadership of Mrs. R. E. I one square rod of land on which was placed a monument bearing the the river in the northeaste names of the 53 early-day settlers interested in forming a Provisional A park pavilion was c Government and petitioning Congress to extend federal jurisdiction over 1919. the Oregon Country. This parcel of land was a gift from John Hoefer Mrs. Alma E. Uzafove and Casper Zorn. $1,500 to aid in the ma An Act of the 1943 Legislature transferred the park land, 106.21 Uzafovage was an Oregon acres at that time, and the responsibility for the park from the Board many years. The money X of Control to the Highway Commission. Additional land acquisitions The Daughters of Ai from time to time increased the area to 158.61 acres as of the close of Mothers Home" and supp] 1963. These acquisitions include two purchases, one in 1956 and another The home was constructed in 1958, totaling 17 acres, and one gift in 1957 from Marion County of In 1953 an application wa: 35.4 acres including one mile of river frontage. Daughters of American R Champoeg park was built on part of the site of the old, flooded and patrons. Along with the washed out town of Champoeg. The park was named for the pioneer the area used by the DAR settlement. the Commission. According to McArthur's Oregon Geographic Names, it seems the Henry Zorn, a farmer name Champoeg is predominantly thought of as being of Indian origin. leased the open area for The meaning relates to plant or root. It could be of French origin in period of ten years, endin part, champ (field) and an Indian word probably pooich (root). Before The Aurora Centennia the white man's arrival, the park site was the location of the largest one of the eventful 1843 C village champooick of the Calapooya tribe. It was followed by the voters approved the form establishment of a warehouse and a gristmill by the Hudson's Bay until a Territorial Gover Company by 1841. The French settlers, early employees of the Hudson's Oregon Country. Bay Company living on the French Prairie near what is now Champoeg Power lines in the pal State Park, called the village Encampment du Sable (Campment of conform to the usual poi Sands), the only low approachable place to the river. Electric Company agreed The present park site was chosen by the early settlers as a meeting the 15-year old line and place because of its accessibility by boat or other available means of their own lines, thus elim transportation of that day. Many meetings were held from 1841 to In 1959 an agreemen May 2, 1843, resulting in a decision at the May 2nd meeting to establish Service to make a report, a Provisional Government. It was formed that same year. A petition the events leading to the to establish a Territorial Government over the Oregon Country was to make recommendation! made March 25, 1843. These resulted in the Territorial Government park. It was believed th, being established in 1848 and State Government in 1859. demands made by variou [ 108 ] 'his cottage burned in March, The occurrences determined at Champoeg meetings give the area an important place in the historical events of the state and are the occasions *h flows through the area. for the establishment of the park. First, in 1901 as a memorial park Lude day use area, overnight under the jurisdiction of the Secretary of State. The authority was s Catherine Creek and water changed in 1912 to the Board of Control. It was again changed in 1943 operty. to the State Highway Commission for a state park. visitors and 2,200 overnight Improvements at Champoeg are roads, trails, large picnic area, tables, three sanitary facilities and a good well. A small overnight camp was park land was given to Royal constructed and a new headquarters building located on the south edge this privilege Mr. Wilde was of the park near the county road. A family group camp to accommodate to keep the cattle out of the 50 people was constructed in the field west of the day use car parking held by Oscar G. Rollins and area near one of the sanitary facilities. Several stoves and tables were otice. constructed for use in the group camp. An arboretum was started in the open area south of the day use area. It is planted with trees indigenous to Oregon. right bank of the Willamette Much of the area along the river, possibly 500 feet in width, is ity of Newberg and 25 miles planted to native Oregon flowers and shrubs. This was accomplished through the efforts of the Oregon Federation of Garden Clubs beginning 'Secretary of State) covering early in 1957. In appreciation of the work of the garden clubs and the ted June 15, 1901. It covers leadership of Mrs. R. E. Fowler, a plaque was placed on a bench near ced a monument bearing the the river in the northeasterly part of the park. ted in forming a Provisional A park pavilion was constructed by the Board of Control in about :tend federal jurisdiction over 1919. was a gift from John Hoefer Mrs. Alma E. Uzafovage made provision in her will for a gift of $1,500 to aid in the maintenance of Champoeg park facility. Mrs. ferred the park land, 106.21 Uzafovage was an Oregon pioneer who resided near Champoeg park for for the park from the Board many years. The money was received in 1945. Additional land acquisitions The Daughters of American Revolution constructed a "Pioneer 58.61 acres as of the close of Mothers Home" and supplied the furniture of the early days in Oregon. ases, one in 1956 and another The home was constructed by permission of the Board of Control in 1931. 1957 from Marion County of In 1953 an application was made, and the Commission approved, for the age. Daughters of American Revolution to construct a tearoom to serve the e site of the old, flooded and patrons. Along with the approval of the tearoom, a description of : was named for the pioneer the area used by the DAR was agreed upon and signed by the DAR and the Commission. 7raphic Names, it seems the Henry Zorn, a farmer whose land adjoins the park land on the east, of as being of Indian origin. leased the open area for a grass seed crop. This lease extended over a could be of French origin in period of ten years, ending in 1955. 'obably pooich (root). Before The Aurora Centennial Corporation prepared and re-enacted in 1959 is the location of the largest one of the eventful 1843 Champoeg meetings-the meeting at which the be. It was followed by the voters approved the forming of a Provisional Government to continue stmill by the Hudson's Bay until a Territorial Government established legal jurisdiction over the *ly employees of the Hudson's Oregon Country. near what is now Champoeg Power lines in the park were constructed by the state. In order to !nt du Sable (Campment of conform to the usual policy of line extensions, the Portland General the river. Electric Company agreed in 1960 to pay $250 for the remaining life in le early settlers as a meeting the 15-year old line and to extend and serve power where needed on or other available means of their own lines, thus eliminating the pole line maintenance by the state. igs were held from 1841 to In 1959 an agreement was entered into with the National Park May 2nd meeting to establish Service to make a report on the historical aspects of the park, including I that same year. A petition the events leading to the establishment of the state government, and er the Oregon Country was to make recommendations for developing the historical features of the the Territorial Government park. It was believed that such a study was necessary because of the iment in 1859. demands made by various groups with divergent thinking relative to [ 109 ] -IMF-

the type and kind of facilities necessary to show correctly the historical Cline Falls State Park aspects. Also, interpretation of the 1959 law relating to historical interests permits greater stress to be placed on historical subjects. It was Cline Falls State Park is thought that the National Park Service, being a disinterested group, 126) four miles west of the i could do the job more acceptably to the majority of interests. The A portion of the present I complete report was rendered in 1963. Division for use as a gravel The Sons and Daughters of Oregon Pioneers has maintained an ferred to the Parks Divisioi interest in the park and its operation for many years. This organization with the realignment of the has held its annual meetings on or near May 2nd of each year com- with J. A. Struss whereby memorating the May 2, 1843 meeting. exchange for 2.75 acres. Thi The Veterans Steamboatmen's Association has for many years met Cline Falls Park has beer annually at Champoeg. The Association has been able to obtain many It is a long, moderately n. of the name boards of stern wheel river steamers long since out of frontage on the banks of the service. These name boards were placed in the park pavilion for the of green trees, mostly junip benefit of the visitors. the crystal clear water of th Records indicate that attendance at Champoeg park during 1963 was area and adds to the pleasur 104,224 day visitors and 5,374 overnight campers. The name for this park 1 located a very short distancE Agreements as follows affect this park: Developments consist of Number Date Name Expiration face, car parking area, tables 5781 10- 4-60 Pacific Power & Light Co. Indefinite trees have been planted thro 1478 8-26-53 DAR-Use of land for Pioneer Day use totaled 61,888 Mothers Home Revocable facilities have not been prov 1625 4- 5-55 DAR-Garage Indefinite Collier Memorial State Park 1897 9- 5-57 Aurora Mutual Telephone- Collier Memorial State booth Rev. 30-day Highway 97, approximately 2312 12-12-60 Publishers Paper Co. -Log in Klamath County. The I boom moorage Rev. 6-mos. River and Spring Creek on t] G-950 7-28-58 Water Right-6-inch well Creek flows through the par 17072 10-16-45 Water Right-irrigation from The land acquired first fc river a gift from Alfred D. and An( to their father and mother, Chandler Wayside Collier. The Colliers' influence w Chandler Wayside flanks both sides of Fremont Highway 395 be- rate tracts of land, totalir tween Lakeview and Burns. It is located along Crooked Creek approxi- enlarging the park to 349.03 mately 16 miles north of Lakeview in Lake County. The name Collier Memor Two small tracts of land were given to the state in November, 1925, the nature of the land gift ai for park purposes only. One parcel was 1.30 acres from Mr. and Mrs. The area has become a z S. B. Chandler and the other was from Frank and Eva Loveless, con- setting. The stately ponder taining 0.90 of an acre. This was the beginning of Chandler Wayside. of Spring Creek, flanked I Three years later, July 1928, the Chandlers gave an additional 61 acres fenced, quietly invite the tn which adjoined their original gift. building and logging museur Preservation of the good growth of pine timber in Crooked Creek side of the highway. A pla Canyon prompted acceptance of these gifts. memory of Charles M. and Relocating and straightening the highway isolated a small portion donors of the park. of the park land. This isolated 6.61-acre tract was returned to the The Collier brothers havy Chandlers by deed dated November 18, 1938, leaving a total of 56.59 acres in the park. by their munificent aid to t the establishing of a museum Improvements are a small area for parking cars, tables, stoves and a best facilities and convenienm water system by gravity from a good spring located on the land first Spring Creek is fed by a given by the Chandlers. the northwest. The clear, co Day use during 1962 totaled 37,803 visitors and overnight use was constant flow and even temi 4,749 campers. No count was made in 1963. bridge across the stream wh [ 110 ] ) show correctly the historical Lw relating to historical inter- Clime Falls State Park )n historical subjects. It was Cline Falls State Park is located on the McKenzie Highway (U. S. being a disinterested group, 126) four miles west of the city of Redmond in Deschutes County. e majority of interests. The A portion of the present park area was obtained in 1936 by the Road Division for use as a gravel pit. Many years later, 1956, it was trans- Pioneers has maintained an ferred to the Parks Division along with other adjustments to comply iany years. This organization with the realignment of the highway. An exchange of land was made May 2nd of each year com- with J. A. Struss whereby a fraction of an acre was given to him in exchange for 2.75 acres. This brought the park acreage to 9.04 acres. Lion has for many years met Cline Falls Park has been developed into a delightful picnic wayside. ias been able to obtain many It is a long, moderately narrow strip of land with about 1,000-foot steamers long since out of frontage on the banks of the famous Deschutes River. The combination in the park pavilion for the of green trees, mostly juniper, locust and the stately poplar, bordering the crystal clear water of the Deschutes River makes a desirable picnic impoeg park during 1963 was area and adds to the pleasure of its visitors. mpers. The name for this park was taken from the falls of the same name located a very short distance north of the park. Developments consist of an improved entrance road with oiled sur- Expiration face, car parking area, tables, stoves, water and sanitary facilities. Many Light Co. Indefinite trees have been planted throughout the area. d for Pioneer Day use totaled 61,888 visitors during 1963. Overnight camping Revocable facilities have not been provided. Indefinite Collier Memorial State Park relephone- Collier Rev. 30-day Memorial State Park is located on The Dalles-California Highway 97, approximately 30 miles north r Co. -Log of the city of Klamath Falls in Klamath County. The land lies at the confluence of Williamson Rev. 6-mos. River and Spring Creek on the west and north sides of the river. Spring ch well Creek flows through the park for a distance of one-half mile. igation from The land acquired first for this park was 146.06 acres in 1945. It was a gift from Alfred D. and Andrew Collier of Klamath Falls as a memorial to their father and mother, Charles Morse Collier and Janet McCornack Collier. Fremont Highway 395 be- The Colliers' influence was manifest in the acquisition of four sepa- ong Crooked Creek approxi- rate tracts of land, totaling 202.97 acres, in 1958, 1960 and 1961, County. enlarging the park to 349.03 acres. the state in November, 1925, The name Collier Memorial Park was chosen for the area because of 30 acres from Mr. and Mrs. the nature of the land gift and because of the several other gifts. ank and Eva Loveless, con- The area has become a delightfully interesting park in a beautiful nning of Chandler Wayside. setting. The stately ponderosa pine trees and the crystal clear water gave an additional 61 acres of Spring Creek, flanked by the spacious green lawn appropriately fenced, quietly invite the traveler to linger a while. The headquarters e timber in Crooked Creek building and logging museum blend with the timbered area on the west side of the highway. A plaque was placed near Spring Creek to the 'ay isolated a small portion memory of Charles M. and Janet M. Collier, father and mother of the tract was returned to the donors of the park. 38, leaving a total of 56.59 The Collier brothers have shown great generosity through the years by their munificent aid to the park of land, buildings, power line and ng cars, tables, stoves and a the establishing of a museum that the park might have the benefit of the ig located on the land first best facilities and conveniences for its thousands of annual visitors. Spring Creek is fed by a large spring approximately three miles to tors and overnight use was the northwest. The clear, cold water boils out of the mountainside at a constant flow and even temperature throughout the year. The highway bridge across the stream where it flows through the park has a design [ i11 ] Mrrf 7 f w fl lfl lfl

altogether fitting to its location and surroundings. A fishermen's walk growth. Preservation of thi was placed on the creek side of the piers to enable those on a scouting been the policy of the Highv venture to pass under the highway as well as those in search of the A boat launching ramp finny tribe. Some sit on the edge of the walk and dangle their feet in strip. No active use has beer the cool, sparkling, tumbling water. Alfred Collier was granted permission in November, 1947, to con- Coquille Myrtle Grove State struct a logging museum on the west side of the highway. The six log Coquille Myrtle Grove StL buildings house the many pieces of old logging equipment which have Highway, approximately 11i been used in the woods from the early oxen-day period to the present Roseburg Highway near the time. The museum has on display hundreds of pieces, many of which The park land lies between 1 were given to Mr. Collier by his friends, from oxen shoes to steam and River. gas powered tractors and locomotives. The theme of the museum is This 7-acre park is one of the evolution of logging equipment and a challenge to the visitor to do for park purposes in 1950 by of today. The number of more with the vastly improved equipment of the extraordinary stand C display items and the museum continue to grow as interesting old pieces the tract, as well as its acce are acquired. Highway Commission. The j Andrew Collier, to satisfy his innermost desire to care for children's land which is flooded occasic needs, installed at his own expense all of the play equipment in the park. Developments are a car p Cattle grazing in the park became a nuisance by 1956. The west side picnic facilities. of the park property was fenced and a cattle guard placed on the local Day use during 1962 tots road to stop this intrusion. 1963. Swimming and picnicl The facilities at Collier Park include a logging museum, park cottage, day use and overnight camp areas with tables, benches, stoves, Crown Point State Park electric stove shelter, water, sanitary facilities, road and a car parking area. The overnight camp has 68 units. Crown Point State Park The 186,892 day visitors and 6,740 overnight campers making use of way, 24 miles east of Portlar the facilities at the park during 1963 are evidence of the popularity of The first area obtained I this beautiful inland park. Multnomah County and the the famous Vista House, loc Permits as follows affect this park: south wall of the Columbia Number Date Name Expiration two additional gifts from M MC-1253 9-29-50 Calif-Oregon Power Co-power and a fourth in 1962, totalb line (Now Pacific Power & acres, were purchased betwE Light Co) 60-day notice of 270.41 acres in the park al 6323 4-18-63 Pacific Power & Light Co- A log cabin located on extend line purchased parcel, was dismz provide more use space. Conde B. McCullough Bridgehead and Wayside The park land is covere The Conde B. McCullough Bridgehead and Wayside is located along maple, alder, willow and oth the westerly side of the old Coast Highway 101, beginning at a point The distinctive, pictures 700 feet northerly from the end of the Coos Bay bridge and extending built in 1916 with funds su] northerly along the old highway right of way approximately 6,300 feet. donations from many school It contains 22.91 acres or all of the land between the highway and the building project was complel Coos Bay-Haynes Inlet arm in Coos County. John B. Yeon, Marshall Dan The first acquisition for this wayside was 22.54 acres purchased in esteem of the thousands of 1934. A small tract of land, 0.37 of an acre, was added in 1935, making written to tell of their apprE a total of 22.91 acres. of the Columbia River and t] The area was named in honor of Conde B. McCullough, a Highway of the majestic, old Vista Ho Department Bridge Engineer, who was responsible for the design of the A bronze plaque was in Coos Bay bridge, as well as all other bridge structures in the Oregon Trail Seekers Council to hot highway system from 1919 to 1935. After a short period of service in Vancouver's Expedition and Costa Rica, Mr. McCullough was made Assistant Engineer and he con- Also, the Daughters of the tinued in that capacity until his death in 1946. in December, 1940, to erect The wayside area is a narrow, timbered strip with the usual native of Madam Dorion, who, wit [ 112 ] endings. A fishermen's walk growth. Preservation of the native aspect of bridge approaches has D enable those on a scouting been the policy of the Highway Department. 11 as those in search of the A boat launching ramp was constructed at the north end of the alk and dangle their feet in strip. No active use has been made of the wayside area. in November, 1947, to con- Coquille Myrtle Grove State Park Df the highway. The six log Coquille Myrtle Grove State Park is located on the Powers Secondary rging equipment which have Highway, approximately 11 miles south of the junction of the Coos Bay- mn-day period to the present Roseburg Highway near the railroad station at Gaylord in Coos County. is of pieces, many of which The park land lies between the road and the south fork of the Coquille om oxen shoes to steam and River. ie theme of the museum is This 7-acre park 'hallenge to the visitor to do is one of three myrtle wood tracts given to the state for park purposes t of today. The number of in 1950 by Save the Myrtle Woods, Inc. Preservation of the extraordinary stand :row as interesting old pieces of old myrtle trees prompted the giving of the tract, as well as its acceptance and the naming of the area by the Highway Commission. The park area comprises seven desire to care for children's acres of low, flat land which play equipment in the park. is flooded occasionally by high water. ;ance by 1956. The west side Developments are a car parking area, several tables, stoves and other picnic facilities. le guard placed on the local I Day use during 1962 totaled 23,754 visitors. No count was made in a logging museum, park 1963. Swimming and picnicking are the main attractions. with tables, benches, stoves, ties, road and a car parking Crown Point State Park Crown Point State Park is located on the old Columbia River High- light campers making use of way, 24 miles east of Portland in Multnomah County. vidence of the popularity of The first area obtained for this park was a gift of 1.71 acres from Multnomah County and the city of Portland in 1938. On this land is the famous Vista House, located on a promontory jutting out from the south wall of the Columbia River Canyon. This gift was followed by Expiration two additional gifts from Multnomah County in 1952, another in 1958 Co-power and a fourth in 1962, totaling 18.02 acres. Nine areas, totaling 250.68 Power & acres, were purchased between the years 1945 and 1962, making a total 60-day notice of 270.41 acres in the park at the close of 1963. light Co- A log cabin located on the Dimmitt property, the most recently purchased parcel, was dismantled and the land was leveled in order to provide more use space. The park land is covered with fir timber interspersed with some nd Wayside is located along maple, alder, willow and other trees of lesser value. y 101, beginning at a point The distinctive, picturesque, old Vista House at Crown Point was s Bay bridge and extending built in 1916 with funds supplied by the County, augmented by small ay approximately 6,300 feet. donations from many school children and other interested parties. The ftween the highway and the building project was completed through the efforts of Samuel Lancaster, John B. Yeon, Marshall Dana and others. The Vista House has won the ras 22.54 acres purchased in esteem of the thousands of people who visit it each year. Many have * was added in 1935, making written to tell of their appreciation of the spectacular, panoramic views of the Columbia River and the canyon as viewed from the vantage point B. McCullough, a Highway of the majestic, old Vista House. onsible for the design of the A bronze plaque was installed in the Vista House in 1929 by the ge structures in the Oregon Trail Seekers Council to honor Lieutenant W. R. Broughton of Captain a short period of service in Vancouver's Expedition and the naming of Mt. Hood on October 30, 1792. istant Engineer and he con- Also, the Daughters of the American Revolution was given permission 46. in December, 1940, to erect a plaque in the Vista House to the memory strip with the usual native of Madam Dorion, who, with her husband, acted as Indian guide and [ 113 ] M

interpreter for the Lewis and Clark Expedition at the beginning of the Improvements are an ent 19th century. ties, tables, stoves, water frc In 1918, while the property was still under the jurisdiction of Mult- beach, cottage and a complE nomah County and the city of Portland, a concession was started in the The river bank has beer Vista House. Such items as tobacco, cigars, candy, gum, etc., were sold stream cutting into the use a to the traveling public. This convenience was continued after the prop- The name for this park erty was acquired by the state. The concessionaire was responsible for the same land and carrying the maintenance of the building. This was an unsatisfactory arrange- were vacated by the county ment as income to the state was no greater than the cost of the janitorial Dabney Park is heavily u service and employment of the overseer. County. Because of the badly run-down condition of the building in 1942, a Attendance during 1963 contract was given to Jud Beardsley for extensive repairs to the Vista campers. House. The job, Contract 2508, was completed in October, 1942. Instal- lation of a heating plant was completed in 1955 at a cost of $7,178.39, Water right #44807 cover which eliminated the moisture problem in the building. The Highway Commission chose to advertise in 1947 for a new con- DarlingtoniaWayside cessionaire. As a result of bids received February 3, 1947, the concession Darlingtonia Wayside is was let to the Multnomah Falls Gift Shop, the highest bidder. Mr. and north of the city of FlorencE Mrs. Jack Flaucher, owners of the Gift Shop, were to pay 101/2 % of Purchase of a 16.54-acrE gross take from sales at the concession and furnish the janitorial work on July 12, 1946, at a price and such necessary supplies. This arrangement resulted in $7,551.27 The land is covered with a h being paid for the year 1947. Revenue decreased each successive year. species of lesser value. Ar Due to this condition, permission was given the concessionaire to close in 1963 from Ernest M. and ] the Vista House during the months of January and February of each The original tract of lan year beginning in 1952. These were two months of slow business, due show the unusual, bog-lovir to little travel on the highway, and they were costly months for heating known as Darlingtonia plant the building. The concessionaire was permitted to reduce his payments This plant is a carnivo to the state by $250 to cover the cost of fuel, commencing the winter of Pitcher Plant, because of its 1954-55. hood, from which it exudes This lease arrangement was continued by the Flauchers until 1961, alluring to flies, ants, bugs a when they sold their contract. The purchaser, Kyle Smith, continued hood, it is impossible to leave under the contract with no change in the terms. downward, successfully resi: A suit contesting the right of the state to lease the Vista House for a tube, without glands or hair: concession was filed in 1957 by M. R. and Janice M. Moore, owners of in the liquid that fills the a similar business located on adjoining property. The Court found in insect eventually dies and is favor of the state. These spectacular plants Water for this park is obtained from the Corbett Water District. bogs where a continuous su Visitors at Crown Point during 1963 totaled 380,114. year. They are native to a li California. Dabney State Park It is needless to mentic Dabney State Park is located on the scenic, old Columbia River Wayside. Highway near its junction with Base Line Road, approximately 16 miles No count has been made east of Portland in Multnomah County. The land lies on both sides of Depoe Bay State Park the highway along the north side of Sandy River. The original area of 70 acres was a gift to the state from Multnomah Depoe Bay State Park is County in 1945. It is a delightful area for public use, being moderately munity of Depoe Bay, appr low land divided into two benches south of the road. The lower bench Lincoln County. It is a Ion is subject to flooding during periods of heavy river flow. This area is road and the bay just north extensively covered with maple and other indigenous species. The river The Sunset Investment C shore furnishes an excellent beach for wading, swimming and fishing. this park. It was 2.90 acres The parcel north of the road is covered with a dense, young growth of This placed in public owner: fir trees. spectators may watch the c The park acreage has been increased from time to time. At the close they pass beneath the high of 1963 there were 78.65 acres in this park. channel which connects the [ 114 ] lition at the beginning of the Improvements are an entrance road, car parking area, sanitary facilities, tables, stoves, water from the local water district, trails, swimming ider the jurisdiction of Mult- beach, cottage and a completely facilitated overnight camp. concession was started in the The river bank has been riprapped along the shore to prevent the ;, candy, gum, etc., were sold stream cutting into the use area. vas continued after the prop- The name for this park was taken from the platted area comprising ssionaire was responsible for the same land and carrying the name of Dabney Park. All of the streets Ls an unsatisfactory arrange- were vacated by the county in 1946. than the cost of the janitorial Dabney Park is heavily used by residents of Portland and Multnomah County. on of the building in 1942, a xtensive repairs to the Vista Attendance during 1963 was 260,680 day visitors and 9,251 overnight 4ted in October, 1942. Instal- campers. l 1955 at a cost of $7,178.39, Water right #44807 covering 0.06 c.f.s. is dated October 30, 1947. he building. artise in 1947 for a new con- DarlingtoniaWayside )ruary 3, 1947, the concession Darlingtonia Wayside is located on U. S. Highway 101, five miles the highest bidder. Mr. and north of the city of Florence in Lane County. hop, were to pay 10 1/2 % of Purchase of a 16.54-acre tract from Arch B. and Leota L. Sanders I furnish the janitorial work on July 12, 1946, at a price of $1,250, was the beginning of this park. rement resulted in $7,551.27 The land is covered with a heavy growth of shore pine, spruce and other reased each successive year. species of lesser value. An additional 1.38-acre tract was purchased n the concessionaire to close in 1963 from Ernest M. and Beatrice L. Hendrick at a cost of $1,750. uary and February of each The original tract of land was acquired principally to preserve and ronths of slow business, due show the unusual, bog-loving plants growing next to the highway and ?re costly months for heating known as Darlingtonia plants. itted to reduce his payments This plant is a carnivorous type and often called the Cobra, or 4, commencing the winter of Pitcher Plant, because of its peculiar shape. It has a leaf, or cobra-like hood, from which it exudes an odor and secretes a nectar which is very by the Flauchers until 1961, alluring to flies, ants, bugs and other insects. Once its prey is inside the aser, Kyle Smith, continued hood, it is impossible to leave as the hairy growth on the inside, pointing *rms. downward, successfully resists any turning back. A slick section of the o lease the Vista House for a tube, without glands or hairs, completes its downfall and the prey lands Janice M. Moore, owners of in the liquid that fills the bottom of the tube, or pitcher, where the Dperty. The Court found in insect eventually dies and is absorbed by the plant. These spectacular plants grow only in damp, swampy places such as *Corbett Water District. bogs where a continuous supply of moisture is assured throughout the aled 380,114. year. They are native to a limited area in southern Oregon and northern California. It is needless to mention why the area was named Darlingtonia scenic, old Columbia River Wayside. oad, approximately 16 miles No count has been made of visitors at this wayside. le land lies on both sides of Depoe Bay State River. Park :o the state from Multnomah Depoe Bay State Park is located on U. S. Highway 101, in the com- )ublic use, being moderately munity of Depoe Bay, approximately ten miles south of Oceanlake in the road. The lower bench Lincoln County. It is a long, narrow strip of land lying between the ivy river flow. This area is road and the bay just north of the entrance to the inner harbor. idigenous species. The river The Sunset Investment Company donated the first parcel of land in ling, swimming and fishing. this park. It was 2.90 acres deeded to the state on February 11, 1929. h a dense, young growth of This placed in public ownership a parcel of land from which interested spectators may watch the coming and going of small fishing vessels as m time to time. At the close they pass beneath the highway bridge through a narrow rock-walled channel which connects the bay and a unique marine basin. The deep- [ 115 ] W mmmw

sea fishing vessels entering and leaving this picturesque little harbor Discussions on this prop attract visitors to the community and the Oregon coast. studies were made in 1959 Lincoln County donated a small triangular parcel of land, only a struction costs, effect a pos fraction of an acre, lying on the south side of the entrance to the inner discharge might have on ti bay, on December 16, 1941. Additional land on the north has been sediment carried by the rive added, giving the state approximately 1,900 lineal feet of ocean frontage. The total park area as of December 31, 1963, is 3.35 acres. The prime movers in th A small area, less than 100 feet in width, of privately owned land merce and many interested separates the park property from the entrance to the inner bay at the from the Columbia River. bridge end. Over a period of several years many attempts were made to The first land obtained purchase this land at a price which could be justified by the Commission. Deschutes River, purchased At one time a restaurant was constructed on this land; however, it pany on January 25, 1963. burned in 1946 and was never rebuilt. Attempts were again made to on April 25, 1963, from Do acquire the property, and in 1949 condemnation proceedings were insti- and the latter contained a s tuted. As a result of the trial, the jury placed a valuation of $14,500 on the property, which, once again, was too great for the Commission to Detroit Lake State Park justify. Detroit Lake State Park The park land is very rugged and washed by wave action, leaving a miles east of Salem in Mar very small area suitable for use. Near the northern end of the property, lake formed by Detroit Dan at times of moderate tides, the waves beating against the rocks create a This captivating, lakesi spouting action casting spray as high as 30 feet into the air. This has Cascade Mountains, is divii been appropriately named the Spouting Horn. distant from each other. Lz Beginning in 1949, many demands were made for public rest-rooms for these areas. Lakeshor at Depoe Bay. These demands continued repeatedly until 1956 when the Mongold is equipped for pie Commission constructed a combined concession building and public rest- The entire acreage was c rooms to take care of the demands for such facilities and provide an and the U. S. Forest Service income to offset the cost of operating the facility. The building was enabled the Forest Service, placed at the south end of the property near the entrance to the inner to negotiate the Special Use bay. The main floor of the building is occupied by the concession, the land. The original permit c upstairs section provides an inclosed observation deck and the basement years. It was revised in 19 houses the sanitary facilities, heating plant and storage space. not being used at that tim Concession privileges were advertised and let to Oregon Gifts, Inc., state, but did not change t] on April 26, 1956, at a rate of 7% of the gross sales. The concessionaire April, 1963, to cover an enla is to pay all costs of operating the building. The Commission approved The park was named af closing the facility during the months of January, February and March park is located. McArthur' of each year, except Saturdays, Sundays and legal state holidays, 1891 the name Detroit was beginning in 1958. several Michigan people res The Commission approved a sale of the concession lease to Mr. and Drinking water is obtair Mrs. Richard Thomas on March 2, 1962, upon receipt of $1,000 surety from Tumble Creek. bond. A heavy stand of young No other public use of the area is possible. surrounding hillsides, maki The following d()cuments affect this park: i camp or picnic. Boating, s' Number Date Name Term this park. 823 2-26-45 Coast Guard for storm warning flags . Permanent Improvements at Detroi 1198 2-27-50 Port of Newport-construction and swimming areas, trails, wal maintenance of breakwater " boat ramp at Mongold, 400 50 x 350 feet. 1729 9- 5-58 Oregon Gifts, Inc-concession 1-1-64 Sold to Richard Thomas 3-2-62 Lakeshore area is equipl ties, containing 32 trailer sii Deschutes State Park with showers and laundry f Mongold area is equippe Deschutes State Park is located on Interstate Highway 80N, at the permitted. confluence of the Deschutes and Columbia Rivers, 17 miles east of The Day visitors during 19( Dalles at the Wasco-Sherman County line. totaled 44,295. [ 116 1 is picturesque little harbor Discussions on this proposed project were started in 1955. Detailed egon coast. studies were made in 1959 to determine possible use, entrances, con- ilar parcel of land, only a struction costs, effect a possible power project with a large fluctuating )f the entrance to the inner discharge might have on the safety of the stream for park users, the nd on the north has been sediment carried by the river, etc. ineal feet of ocean frontage. is 3.35 acres. The prime movers in the project are The Dalles Chamber of Com- h, of privately owned land merce and many interested people living along the banks and inland nce to the inner bay at the from the Columbia River. iany attempts were made to The first land obtained was 30 acres, located on the east side of iustified by the Commission. Deschutes River, purchased from the Columbia-Deschutes Power Com- on this land; however, it pany on January 25, 1963. An additional 5.10-acre tract was purchased empts were again made to on April 25, 1963, from Don and Dorathea Miller. These tracts adjoin lion proceedings were insti- and the latter contained a small home and some other buildings. Ad a valuation of $14,500 on reat for the Commission to Detroit Lake State Park Detroit Lake State Park is located on Highway 22, aproximately 51 d by wave action, leaving a miles east of Salem in Marion County. It is on the north shore of the )rthern end of the property, lake formed by Detroit Dam on the North Santiam River. g against the rocks create a This captivating, lakeside park, nestled high in a canyon in the feet into the air. This has Cascade Mountains, is divided into two areas approximately one mile n. distant from each other. Lakeshore and Mongold are the names chosen made for public rest-rooms for these areas. Lakeshore offers overnight camping facilities and eatedly until 1956 when the Mongold is equipped for picnicking. on building and public rest- The entire acreage was obtained in 1955 from the Corps of Engineers h facilities and provide an and the U. S. Forest Service. An arrangement between the two agencies facility. The building was enabled the Forest Service, the owner of the larger portion of the land, ir the entrance to the inner to negotiate the Special Use Permit under which the state has use of the [pied by the concession, the land. The original permit covered 100 acres of land for a period of 30 ttion deck and the basement years. It was revised in 1959. The revised permit eliminated all land and storage space. not being used at that time, leaving only 45 acres to be used by the ad let to Oregon Gifts, Inc., state, but did not change the terms. The permit was again revised in ss sales. The concessionaire April, 1963, to cover an enlarged area of 104 acres. The Commission approved The park was named after Detroit Dam and the lake on which the nuary, February and March park is located. McArthur's Oregon Geographic Names states that in and legal state holidays, 1891 the name Detroit was selected for a nearby post office because of several Michigan people residing in the area. concession lease to Mr. and Drinking water is obtained under a special permit for use of water )on receipt of $1,000 surety from Tumble Creek. A heavy stand of young growth fir trees covers the park land and surrounding hillsides, making the park an enjoyable, restful place to camp or picnic. Boating, swimming and fishing are popular sports at Term this park. warning flags . Permanent Improvements at Detroit Lake Park are roads, car parking areas, 3truction and swimming areas, trails, water and sanitary facilities. There is a wide water 11 boat ramp at Mongold, 400 x 200 feet, and a smaller one at Lakeshore, 50 x 350 feet. ession 1-1-64 Lakeshore area is equipped with complete overnight camping facili- Las 3-2-62 ties, containing 32 trailer sites and 124 tent sites, or a total of 156 units with showers and laundry facilities. Mongold area is equipped for picnicking. Overnight camping is not rstate Highway 80N, at the permitted. Rivers, 17 miles east of The Day visitors during 1963 totaled 173,328 and overnight campers totaled 44,295. [117 ] -. ------r - - I Err * 'S u liii

The following permits affect this park: Number Date Name Term 1633 4-12-55 U. S. Forest Service-use of land 30 years 4- 7-58 Consumers Power Co.-electric service 10 years Devil's Elbow State Park Devil's Elbow State Park can be reached via U. S. Highway 101. It comprises land on both sides of Cape Creek, approximately 12 miles north of the city of Florence in Lane County. The first acquisition for the park was 22.80 acres purchased from Laura T. and J. Hutchinson on November 20, 1930, at a cost of $2,000. This parcel of land is part of the headland west of the highway and south of Cape Creek. An additional 7.49-acre tract was a gift from the U. S. Lighthouse Service on September 3, 1935. Another gift of 4.06 acres was given by Annie Stonefield, and others, on June 8, 1931, three tracts were purchased in 1939, and an additional 12-acre tract was obtained under a license agreement with the U. S. Coast Guard on August 29, 1963, increasing the park to 108.87 acres as of the close of 1963. The park boundaries are very irregular. The use area, the only level land in the park, lies west of the highway bridge and fronts on Cape Cove. The terrain south of the cape and south of Cape Creek is extremely steep and precipitous. It is covered with salal brush where not too steep. The land north of the creek is moderately steep. This portion of the park contains some spruce timber and a mixture of native shrubs of lesser value. Champoeg State Park-ChaT In 1939 a small area in the southeast corner of the park was exchanged for an area of equal value located immediately east of the highway right of way at the northern end of the highway bridge. This was a desirable exchange in order to prevent commercialization of land Silver Falls State Park east of the road. The Commission deeded to the U. S. Forest Service in September, 1944, a 66-foot right of way for a forest access road from the highway eastward along the north bank of Cape Creek. Origin of the name Devil's Elbow is uncertain. It is assumed, however, that the park was given this name because of the shape of Cape Creek channel near its outlet or the headland at Heceta Head Lighthouse. Improvements at Devil's Elbow are picnic tables, individual stoves. car parking area, trails, sanitary facilities, 950-gallon concrete water storage tank and an entrance road. Park usage totaled 103,760 day visitors in 1963. Water right #12025 was obtained for use of 0.022 c.f.s. of water from an unnamed spring. Devil's Lake State Park Devil's Lake State Park is located on the shores of Devil's Lake, adjoining the city of Delake in Lincoln County. The 109.34-acre park is divided into two areas known as Devil's Lake Overnight Camping Area and Devil's Lake Day Use Area. These areas are quite widely separated and more fully described as follows: Overnight Camping Area The Overnight Camping Area is located near the north side of "D" River-the outlet of Devil's Lake. Three sides of the camp-the west, [ 118 ] ne Term ce-use of land 30 years Co.-electric service 10 years ched via U. S. Highway 101. It Creek, approximately 12 miles unty. ias 22.80 acres purchased from er 20, 1930, at a cost of $2,000. [land west of the highway and )-acre tract was a gift from the ^3, 1935. Another gift of 4.06 d others, on June 8, 1931, three l additional 12-acre tract was ith the U. S. Coast Guard on 108.87 acres as of the close of

.ar. The use area, the only level vay bridge and fronts on Cape and south of Cape Creek is rovered with salal brush where reek is moderately steep. This timber and a mixture of native Champoeg State Park-Champoeg pavilion and Pioneer monument. least corner of the park was ocated immediately east of the ad of the highway bridge. This ?vent commercialization of land Silver Falls State Park-Interiorof concession dining room and myrtle wood furniture. Forest Service in September, access road from the highway 'reek. is uncertain. It is assumed, name because of the shape of the headland at Heceta Head picnic tables, individual stoves. Lies, 950-gallon concrete water rs in 1963. use of 0.022 c.f.s. of water from

on the shores of Devil's Lake. !ounty. The 109.34-acre park is Lake Overnight Camping Area reas are quite widely separated

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north and east sides-adjoin mately 250 feet east of U. S. I Drive. It is near the lake an from the ocean. The first acquisition for U city of Delake on September an additional 0.16-acre lot loc purchased in 1957. The last city of Oceanlake in 1961 for The net acreage in this portio of 1963. The northern half of the a apple, etc. The southern port the lake level. It is coverec entrance road on this parcel is Drainage from a stream in undesirable. This drainage v order to stabilize the soil. TI Lake Drive was acquired on sewer line between the park treatment plant. An agreemer of park sewage was entered ir Improvements in this por containing 97 tent and trailer Crown Point State Park-Vista House on brow of ties with showers and trailer Columbia River Canyon. the city of Delake at the usual The park name was taken J The lake was named Devil's Koberg Beach Wayside. . is to the effect that a giant fis occasionally came to the surfa Overnight use in 1963 wa mitted in this area. Agreements as follows affe Number Date ,alsotjLetter 3-21-58 Taft-Nel: 1979 12-12-60 City of C

Day Use Area Devil's Lake Day Use Are. approximately one mile east o county road. The first acquisition for purchased from J. L. and Hild. lands have been added and th 1963. Tree cover on this portior Sitka spruce, alder and salal. wide arm of the lake on the A of the lake extends southward of the park. The land betwee the park is developed on it. An interesting feature of t north and east sides-adjoin the city of Delake. The area is approximately 250 feet east of U. S. Highway 101 and can be reached via Lake Drive. It is near the lake and approximately one-quarter mile distant from the ocean. The first acquisition for the park was a gift of 29.10 acres from the city of Delake on September 3, 1957. An adjoining 1.24-acre tract and an additional 0.16-acre lot located on the north side of Lake Drive were purchased in 1957. The last above-mentioned tract was given to the city of Oceanlake in 1961 for use in connection with the disposal plant. The net acreage in this portion of the park was 30.34 acres at the close of 1963. The northern half of the area is covered with shore pine, alder, crab apple, etc. The southern portion is quite low, just slightly higher than the lake level. It is covered with reeds. A house located near the " xhj vD.entrance road on this parcel is being used as a park ranger's cottage. Drainage from a stream in the northernmost corner of the park was undesirable. This drainage was diverted and the low places filled in order to stabilize the soil. The small area in the stream bed north of Lake Drive was acquired on which to place a drainage pipeline and a sewer line between the park disposal system and Oceanlake's sewage treatment plant. An agreement with the city of Oceanlake for treatment of park sewage was entered into on December 12, 1960. Improvements in this portion of the park are an overnight camp containing 97 tent and trailer spaces, tables, benches and sanitary facilities with showers and trailer sanitary hookups. Water is obtained from the city of Delake at the usual rates. The park name was taken from the lake on which the park is located. The lake was named Devil's Lake because of an Indian legend which Koberg Beach Wayside. is to the effect that a giant fish or marine monster lived in the lake and occasionally came to the surface to attack some hapless native. Overnight use in 1963 was 30,630 campers. Picnicking is not permitted in this area. Agreements as follows affect this area: Number Date Name Term Letter 3-21-58 Taft-Nelscott Water Dist.-water line Annual 1979 12-12-60 City of Oceanlake-sewage disposal

Day Use Area Devil's Lake Day Use Area is located on the south shore of the lake, approximately one mile east of U. S. Highway 101 on East Devil's Lake county road. The first acquisition for this portion of the park was 6.20 acres purchased from J. L. and Hilda Holton on November 13, 1957. Additional lands have been added and the area contains 79 acres as of the close of 1963. Tree cover on this portion of the park is sparse. It is principally Sitka spruce, alder and salal. Lake tules grow in a shallow, 800-foot wide arm of the lake on the westerly side of the park. A smaller rrm of the lake extends southward approximately 500 feet near the east line of the park. The land between these two arms is good, sandy soil and the park is developed on it. An interesting feature of this portion of the park is the view to the [ 119 I north and east of the beautiful lake and the evergreen hillside as a being driven through the a background. and pollute the water by tU Improvements consist of an entrance road, car parking area, picnic water was found in 1950 fro facilities, sanitary facilities, electric stove shelter and a water system. of the park. Permit 20479 , Day visitors during 1963 totaled 13,072. Overnight camping is not .02 c.f.s. of water from this l permitted in this area. Improvements at this 'a sanitary facilities. A car p Permits as follows affect this area: highway shoulder. Number Date Name Term Realignment of the hij 2117 7- 2-59 Pacific Power & Light-electric eliminated the wayside. service Indefinite 2108 6-29-59 Delake Water District Ecola State Park 2108 11- 4-60 Delake Water District-change in rate Ecola State Park is locat Ocean, adjoining the north Devil's Punch Bowl State Park in Clatsop County. The pi Devil's Punch Bowl State Park is located on a point of land jutting distance of approximately into the ocean immediately west of the community of Otter Rock in promontory in Clatsop Cot Lincoln County. It is about eight miles north of the city of Newport and other view points-Ecola an approximately one-quarter mile west of U. S. Highway 101. The first land acquired J The first acquisition for this park was 4.25 acres given to the state Ecola Point and Indian Be in 1929 by F. W. and Caroline P. Leadbetter of Portland. In 1935 the Minott, Caroline W. and Lot state purchased 0.19 of an acre adjoining the original tract. An addi- in the property. The other tional 0.90 of an acre was donated to the state in 1952 by the Lead- Lewis at a price of $17,500. better estate. As of December 31, 1963, the park contains 5.34 acres, or acquired, without cost, in De all of the land which controls the view of Devil's Punch Bowl. 7.05 acres from Ida Fleming The area is essentially a viewpoint, particularly the southwest 1.95 acres from A. W. Ken' corner. It contains an unusual, yet very interesting feature-one from acquired from the U. S. Gox which the park name was taken. This special attraction is a large hole, cost of $1.25 per acre. Ai or cavern, shaped like a punch bowl. There are two tunnel entrances summit of Tillamook Head, into this bowl through which the wave action causes the water to flow $2,195, only 50% of the a] in and out making a reverberating, thunder-like sound. The opening 112.80 acres to the state in has been fenced to prevent accidents. acres were purchased from The entrance road into the park was made a State Secondary and 1954, respectively, mal Highway in 1932. park as of the close of 1963. The Civilian Conservation Corps constructed a water system for this The land is covered wi park. They built a large concrete storage tank and piped water from indigenous to the Oregon c a large spring at the edge of the old highway. Other improvements by stand of old growth fir trees the Corps are stone sanitary facility, trails, stoves, tables and a fence The terrain is generally ] along the north, west and south sides of the park to prevent accidents. is steep and shows signs of Day visitors at Devil's Punch Bowl during 1963 totaled 228,528. was located moved oceanwe Overnight camping facilities have not been provided. roads and parking area. The name Ecola is a part Dyer Wayside land comprising the first a Dyer Wayside is located on the John Day Highway, approximately Indian Beach Corporation. 10 miles south of the city of Condon in Gilliam County. Geographic Names says, Ca This wayside lies in Patill Canyon along a branch of Thirty Mile called the stream, now knov Creek. The deep, narrow canyon cuts through a thick layer of basalt Whale Creek, but both nam, rack, leaving vertical walls with an occasional accumulation of talus. a promontory at the south The park area contains only 0.6 of an acre and occupies all of the He also states that a post of. -vailable space in the small narrow gorge. The land was a gift in 1931 named Ecola in 1910, but tU from J. W. Dyer of Mayville and the area was named for him. 1922 because of confusion v Providing pure water for this picnic area was a problem. A good Chinook Indian word ekoli spring on the property was used for many years, but sheep and cattle the name Ecola, therefore t [ 120 ] being driven through the narrow gorge would break down the fences the evergreen hillside as a and pollute the water by their presence in the area. A new source of water was found in 1950 from a spring approximately 520 feet southeast )ad, car parking area, picnic of the park. Permit 20479 was issued by the State Engineer for use of shelter and a water system. .02 c.f.s. of water from this unnamed spring in Ramsey Canyon. '. Overnight camping is not Improvements at this wayside are fences, tables, stoves and basic sanitary facilities. A car parking area was provided by widening the highway shoulder. Term Realignment of the highway in 1963 took the entire area and t-electric eliminated the wayside. Indefinite Ecola State Park -change in rate " Ecola State Park is located off U. S. Highway 101, along the Pacific Ocean, adjoining the northern boundary of the city of Cannon Beach in Clatsop County. The park extends along the ocean shore line a ed on a point of land jutting distance of approximately six miles. It includes the most westerly ommunity of Otter Rock in promontory in Clatsop County, known as Tillamook Head, and two th of the city of Newport and other view points-Ecola and Indian Points. S. Highway 101. The first land acquired for this park was 451.18 acres in 1932 from 4.25 acres given to the state Ecola Point and Indian Beach Corporation. Rodney Glisan, Florence ter of Portland. In 1935 the Minott, Caroline W. and Louise Flanders donated their one-half interest the original tract. An addi- in the property. The other one-half interest was purchased from Allen state in 1952 by the Lead- Lewis at a price of $17,500. Land for a trail over Tillamook Head was park contains 5.34 acres, or acquired, without cost, in December, 1947, by three easements as follows: )evil's Punch Bowl. 7.05 acres from Ida Fleming, 15 acres from Angora Club of Astoria and particularly the southwest 1.95 acres from A. W. Kendall. A tract, containing 109.39 acres, was -iteresting feature-one from acquired from the U. S. Government Land Office on July 20, 1942, at a :ial attraction is a large hole, cost of $1.25 per acre. Another tract of 80.62 acres, including the !re are two tunnel entrances summit of Tillamook Head, was purchased from the government for ion causes the water to flow $2,195, only 50% of the appraised value. Clatsop County presented ler-like sound. The opening 112.80 acres to the state in 1948, and three parcels of land totaling 329 acres were purchased from Crown Zellerbach Corporation in 1940, 1948 is made a State Secondary and 1954, respectively, making an aggregate of 1,106.99 acres in the park as of the close of 1963. acted a water system for this The land is covered with a heavy growth of timber and brush tank and piped water from indigenous to the Oregon country. Tillamook Head contains a heavy ,ay. Other improvements by stand of old growth fir trees. s, stoves, tables and a fence The terrain is generally rolling to steep. Land fronting on the ocean ie park to prevent accidents. is steep and shows signs of slides. The portion on which the use area luring 1963 totaled 228,528. was located moved oceanward in early 1961, causing loss of facilities, provided. roads and parking area. The name Ecola is a part of the name of the corporation owning the land comprising the first acquisition for the park-Ecola Point and )ay Highway, approximately Indian Beach Corporation. However, Lewis A. McArthur in Oregon [iam County. Geographic Names says, Captain William Clark on January 8, 1806, )ng a branch of Thirty Mile called the stream, now known as Elk Creek at Cannon Beach, Ecola or ough a thick layer of basalt Whale Creek, but both names fell into disuse. Sometime prior to 1900 3ional accumulation of talus. a promontory at the south edge of the park was named Ecola Point. acre and occupies all of the He also states that a post office located at the mouth of Elk Creek was The land was a gift in 1931 named Ecola in 1910, but the name was changed to Cannon Beach in ,vas named for him. 1922 because of confusion with Eola. The name Ecola came from the rea was a problem. A good Chinook Indian word ekoli meaning whale. These reasons suggested the name Ecola, therefore the name Ecola was adopted for the park. 7 years, but sheep and cattle [ 121 1 EE 1 . fl.iniimmfliii.j.hi I mu'U I iiiiuimi * um11fl1r

For many years a herd of Roosevelt elk as well as many deer have Elk Creek Tunnel Wayside roamed through the park and the surrounding country with little fear. Elk Creek Tunnel Wa Tillamook Head is one of the outstanding promontories of the Oregon tunnel, three miles east of coast line. Ocean views from several points in the park are superb. Sea The 200-acre tract was Lion Rock, one of the many jagged rocks to dot the shoreline, is located October, 1932. Later, at 1 one-half mile offshore and is a natural resting place for sea lions and negotiations were carried shore birds. It is sometimes referred to as Arch Rock because of its property for the desired shape. The setting sun lends an atmosphere of enchantment for the purchased from Douglas C evening visitor. The above-cited methc The first real work in improving the park for public use was by the because of the federal law Civilian Conservation Corps. Starting in October, 1934, a camp for 200 stance, the law required t men was established. The men located property lines and constructed value be exchanged for thc roads, trails, car parking area, fire guards, camp buildings, caretaker's no land in Douglas County cottage and viewpoints. This was followed by a project under SERA This property was acqi doing similar work. Later, the roads were widened, car parking areas from undesirable developn extended, picnic area enlarged and the water system improved to supply the approaches and the rid additional water. No active use is made oi The timber on the 1961 slide area was sold and the land drained. Elliott R. Corbett II Memot Because of the slide, the park was closed. It was opened for partial use Elliott R. in 1963. Corbett II M( in Jefferson County near i A plaque was installed in Ecola Park to honor the donors of the land a short distance east of the first acquired. However, the slide of 1961 damaged the base but the park includes the southerly plaque itself was saved and is now in storage waiting to be relocated in one-half mile west of Suttl the park. A rustic type sign giving information about Ecola and Oregon The entire 63.01-acre p history was placed along Highway 101 about 300 feet south of the Corbett of Portland as a m Cannon Beach junction. Still another rustic sign and a likeness of the in action during World Wa cannon to which it has reference are located along Highway 101 at in 1953 and the other in 19. mile post 34.4. Elliott R. Corbett II Memor Tillamook Lighthouse, located on an offshore rock, can be seen from The land was given to the several viewpoints. The Corps of Engineers built a temporary road facilities only would be coi to Tillamook Head in 1944 and leased 25 acres on Tillamook Head for It was also understood that radar purposes during the war. area. The Henry Corbetts g The boys from MacLaren School at Woodburn did cleanup jobs in the park. park, built trails to the beach at Indian Creek and improved existing The old wagon road ove trails. They started work in 1953 and continued till 1956. park land. A small creek r A new road from the park use area to Indian Creek was constructed and the nearby meadow I in 1954 after abandoning the old road. This project made a direct route early-day wagon traveler. from the park use area to Indian Creek and Tillamook Head. the new road, it was used b A small overnight camp was placed in the park in 1953 but was The area is covered wit abandoned in 1954 because of the objection by the donors, the Flander lesser species of trees and sisters, who thought it was not in accordance with their gift. frequent visitors. Day use at Ecola in 1963 was 177,052 visitors. Only basic facilities ha facilities, trails within the Permits as follows affect the park: good foot-trail from the r Number Date Name Expiration memorial plaque has been i 3-24-41 Vernon William-pipeline across en- Use of the area has beer trance road to the facility. No count P 492 5-29-46 Crown Zellerbach Corp-Water line method of tabulating them easement to state Ellmaker State Park 10-30-43 U. S. Coast Guard-telephone line Indefinite Ellmaker State Park is 11596 2-26-35 Water right 0.03 c.f.s. water mile west of the communi 16921 3- 7-46 Water right 0.06 c.f.s. water Lincoln County. [ 122 ] k as well as many deer have Elk Creek Tunnel Wayside ding country with little fear. Elk Creek Tunnel Wayside is located on the ridge at Elk Creek g promontories of the Oregon tunnel, three miles east of Elkton on Highway 38 in Douglas County. s in the park are superb. Sea The 200-acre tract was first leased from the federal government in o dot the shoreline, is located October, 1932. Later, at the suggestion of the Highway Commission, sting place for sea lions and negotiations were carried on by Douglas County to exchange county as Arch Rock because of its property for the desired federal 0. & C. land. The tract was then aere of enchantment for the purchased from Douglas County in April, 1947, at a price of $3,047.20. The above-cited method of handling the exchange was necessary because of the federal law relative to disposal of 0. & C. lands. In sub- ark for public use was by the stance, the law required that lands in the same county and of equal )ctober, 1934, a camp for 200 value be exchanged for the desired tract. At that time the state owned 'operty lines and constructed ;, camp buildings, caretaker's no land in Douglas County. This property was acquired to protect the entrances to the tunnel id by a project under SERA from undesirable developments and to preserve the natural aspects of e widened, car parking areas the approaches and the ridge through which the roadway passes. er system improved to supply No active use is made of the area. s sold and the land drained. Elliott R. Corbett II Memorial State Park It was opened for partial use Elliott R. Corbett II Memorial State Park is a pristine area located in Jefferson County near its western edge. It is off U. S. Highway 20 i honor the donors of the land a short distance east of the summit of the Cascade mountain range. The 1 damaged the base but the park includes the southerly portion of Blue Lake located approximately age waiting to be relocated in one-half mile west of Suttle Lake. ation about Ecola and Oregon The entire 63.01-acre park was donated by Henry L. and Gretchen about 300 feet south of the Corbett of Portland as a memorial to their son, Elliott II, who was lost tic sign and a likeness of the in action during World War II. The gift was in two parcels, one given cated along Highway 101 at in 1953 and the other in 1954. It was stipulated that the area be named Elliott R. Corbett II Memorial State Park. fshore rock, can be seen from The land was given to the state with the understanding that basic ineers built a temporary road facilities only would be constructed, together with a memorial marker. acres on Tillamook Head for It was also understood that the park is to be preserved as a wilderness area. The Henry Corbetts gave $2,000 to make the improvements in the dburn did cleanup jobs in the park. Creek and improved existing The old wagon road over the Cascade mountains passed through the inued till 1956. park land. A small creek near the south side furnished drinking water and the nearby meadow land was used for overnight stays by the Indian Creek was constructed early-day wagon traveler. In later years, but prior to construction of is project made a direct route the new road, it was used by a few of the hardy auto tourists. .d Tillamook Head. The area is covered with lodgepole and ponderosa pine with a few n the park in 1953 but was lesser species of trees and shrubs found at that elevation. Deer are In by the donors, the Flander frequent visitors. ,ce with their gift. Only basic facilities have been provided, such as water, sanitary isitors. facilities, trails within the park and along the rim of the lake, and a good foot-trail from the road at the west end of Suttle Lake. The Expiration memorial plaque has been installed. line across en- Use of the area has been small, probably by reason of the long trail to the facility. No count of visitors has been made as no adequate method of tabulating them has been found. )rp-Water line Ellmaker State Park lephone line Indefinite Ellmaker State Park is located on Highway 20, approximately one water mile west of the community of Burnt Woods in the eastern part of water Lincoln County. [ 123 ] Iii I

The park land is cut by the highway and Tumtum River. A small The area in general is coi stream from the northeast flows across the area to join the Tumtum and lodgepole pine with t] River in almost the center of the park land. abundance of rainfall in tl The entire 80-acre park was given to the state for park purposes by large green forest trees and i Harlan D. Ellmaker on September 8, 1961. While Mr. Ellmaker often It is the first forest of everg referred to this area as his "Garden of Eden," he asked that it be on their westward-bound tr named Ellmaker Park. has a bluish cast, thereby st The principal portion of the land is moderately level with some Two unsuccessful attemr fringe areas extending onto the hills. A house, at one time Mr. Ell- a store and lodging facility maker's home, is located near the highway. state ownership. The park Approximately fifty percent of the area is suitable for cultivation burned in October, 1929. A and the remainder contains fir timber probably 30 years old. cost of $3,920. The park has no development as of December 31, 1963. The Civilian Conservatic 1934 and made some impr( Emigrant Hill Overlook Wayside camp buildings, clearing a' Emigrant Hill Overlook Wayside is located on the old Oregon Trail roads, trails and car parking Highway near the top of Emigrant Hill in Umatilla County. It is and constructing a day use approximately 14 miles east of Pendleton on the Umatilla Indian sanitary disposal tanks. Reservation. After the Civilian Con. The 20.16-acre tract of land was obtained from an Indian allotment, buildings were used by the a part of the Edgar Billy grant, in 1924, but the patent is dated picnic gatherings. One smal September 6, 1940. was given to the Boy Scout The land was obtained to provide a stopping place along the highway was abandoned and later rei from which to view the checkerboard effect of the alternately cultivated New construction by the and cropped lands over a broad area of Umatilla County. overnight camp with 18 t A car parking area is the only development. facilities were constructed Little use is being made of the area now as the new highway, now drilled. Additional facilities Interstate 80N, has been constructed some distance to the west and water heaters, covered with south of this overlook. built in 1952. Public use of discontinued and that build Emigrant Springs State Park park ranger. Emigrant Springs State Park is located on what is seemingly the Day use at Emigrant Spr south side but actually the west side of the Old Oregon Trail, Interstate overnight use totaled 14,915 80N, near the midway point between Pendleton and La Grande in The following permits al Umatilla County. Number Date The original tract of 14.10 acres was acquired by condemnation. The 4472 10- 5-54 East( suit was instituted by Umatilla County Court and paid by the Highway po Commission. The Court's award was $2,500. This action was completed 4543 1-20-55 East( in October, 1924. Deed dated July 1, 1925, was from the Umatilla County Court. Po A small additional area of 0.12 of an acre was purchased from L. L. 7752 12-31-26 WatE Mann of Pendleton on May 22, 1926. This brought the total acreage in the park to 14.22 acres at the close of 1963. Gr 2195 7-14-58 WatE Many park-minded people of the early twenties felt that this particular area on the Old Oregon Trail at the summit of the beautiful Blue G 1847 6- 6-60 & Mountains should be in public ownership so that preservation of its 8-18-60 WatE historical and aesthetic values might be assured. Erratic Rock Wayside On March 27, 1925, the Highway Commission approved the request of Colonel F. V. Holman, President of Oregon Historical Society and a Erratic Rock Wayside is representative of the Sons and Daughters of the Oregon Pioneers, that Yamhill County. Its location the park be named Emigrant Springs. It was their feeling that this was 1,100 feet north of the higY an appropriate name for the historical place on the route of the Old The total acreage of 4.40 Oregon Trail so popular as a watering and camping place for the many for a trail to the area, was I westward-bound wagon trains. Marybelle and Lawrence RE [ 124] and Tumtum River. A small The area in general is covered with a good stand of yellow, ponderosa the area to join the Tumtum and lodgepole pine with the usual undergrowth of brush, etc. The d. abundance of rainfall in these mountains makes it possible to grow the state for park purposes by large green forest trees and many of the lesser varieties of natural cover. ;1. While Mr. Ellmaker often It is the first forest of evergreen trees seen by the early-day emigrants Eden," he asked that it be on their westward-bound trek. The color of this forest from a distance has a bluish cast, thereby suggesting Blue Mountains as a fitting name. moderately level with some Two unsuccessful attempts were made by concessionaires to operate house, at one time Mr. Ell- a store and lodging facility on this property during the initial years of Y- state ownership. The park lodge, built in 1927 at a cost of $19,314, rea is suitable for cultivation burned in October, 1929. A replacement was constructed in 1930 at a )bably 30 years old. cost of $3,920. cember 31, 1963. The Civilian Conservation Corps constructed a camp in the park in 1934 and made some improvements. This work included construcing camp buildings, clearing away unnecessary brush, constructing park zated on the old Oregon Trail roads, trails and car parking areas, drilling a 6-inch well 370 feet deep, 1 in Umatilla County. It is and constructing a day use area with three latrines, water system and ton on the Umatilla Indian sanitary disposal tanks. After the Civilian Conservation Corps abandoned the camp, the ied from an Indian allotment, buildings were used by the public for community activities and large 24, but the patent is dated picnic gatherings. One small building which had been used as an office was given to the Boy Scouts of Walla Walla. After a few years use it )ping place along the highway was abandoned and later removed. ,t of the alternately cultivated New construction by the Parks and Recreation Division is a 50-unit matilla County. overnight camp with 18 trailer sites and 32 tent sites. Up-to-date ment. facilities were constructed and a new 8-inch well 295 feet deep was ow as the new highway, now drilled. Additional facilities include coin-operated electric stoves with ne distance to the west and water heaters, covered with sturdy shelters. A new standard latrine was built in 1952. Public use of the sanitary facility in the park cottage was discontinued and that building was converted into a residence for the park ranger. ed on what is seemingly the Day use at Emigrant Springs during 1963 totaled 136,920 visitors and e Old Oregon Trail, Interstate overnight use totaled 14,915 campers. 'endleton and La Grande in The following permits and water rights affect this park: Number Date Name Expiration quired by condemnation. The 4472 10- 5-54 Eastern Oregon Elec Co-op- urt and paid by the Highway power line Indefinite 0. This action was completed 4543 1-20-55 925, was from the Umatilla Eastern Oregon Elec Co-op- power line zre was purchased from L. L. 7752 12-31-26 Water right-0.01 c.f.s. Three small brought the total acreage in springs Gr 2195 7-14-58 Water right-28 gal. per min. 6" well 370' deep :wenties felt that this particu- ;ummit of the beautiful Blue G 1847 6- 6-60 & 3 so that preservation of its 8-18-60 Water right-60 gal. per min. 8" well 295' deep sured. Erratic Rock Wayside nission approved the request ?gon Historical Society and a Erratic Rock Wayside is located north of Salmon River Highway in of the Oregon Pioneers, that Yamhill County. Its location is further described as being approximately ras their feeling that this was 1,100 feet north of the highway at a point six miles east of Sheridan. ace on the route of the Old The total acreage of 4.40 acres, including a strip of land 15 feet wide camping place for the many for a trail to the area, was purchased from Jacob and Anna Duerst and Marybelle and Lawrence Ramsby in 1956. Acquisition was at the sug- [ 125 ] P - __ "- _.. _ -

gestion and insistence of the Geological Society of the Oregon County, acres was given by the Powc the reason being that the large rock on the property, weighing possibly 1959 a 16-acre tract lying be 40 tons, is not of local origin. to the state by the Power C The Geological Society further believed that the large rock embedded acres at the close of 1963. in the hillside should be of great interest to the public, since it has no A good crop of alfalfa a characteristics of any local stones or of any found within a range of time the state acquired it. several hundred miles from its present location, and is, therefore, The name Farewell Ben termed an "erratic." Geologists believe it to have been rafted in ice route of the Old Oregon Ti during the ice age, possibly 20,000 years ago, from a point in Canada. point and started over the I At that time water covered the entire Willamette Valley. When the again by the pioneer on his X iceberg raft melted, the rock was deposited at its present resting place. that the pioneer said farewel Other erratics have been found in the Willamette Valley, some at a The terrain of this park much higher elevation than the one under discussion. These rocks show development. no wear from rolling or moving, giving proof to the accepted transpor- The Idaho Power Compa tation theory. about 40 miles downstream f The rock is on a barren point approximately 100 feet above the water in a lake which exte highway. An oil-surfaced trail was constructed from the old highway large body of water for recr to the rock. The area was enclosed with a good fence. A geological enjoyed as well as views c marker was placed on a widened shoulder of the highway right of way. canyon starting a short dista The use of the area is small; therefore, no count has been made. lake remains constant durinj greatest possible use by the I Evergreen Ranch Wayside Improvements at this pai Evergreen Ranch Wayside is located on both sides of Crater Lake tree planting, trails, paved b Highway approximately 13 miles east from Trail in Jackson County. ming beach and day use are, The lightly timbered, 40-acre tract was obtained by the Highway facilities. A concession to sern Commission in 1930 from Dunn & Baker, the contractors who built the has been provided under an ; original highway in about 1920. A source of suitable rock for road Attendance in 1963 was surfacing was found on this property in a cut next to the highway. camper nights. The land was used as a road foreman's headquarters during approxi- Permits and agreements a mately the first fifteen years it was in state ownership. Then, in 1951 Number Date it was transferred to the Parks and Recreation Division. The rolling, 5595 8-17-59 Idaho I timbered area has since been preserved for its scenic value to the 5771 9- 8-60 Idaho traveler. trail A ranch home on land adjoining the park boundary to the east was 2118 4-25-63 Idaho used as a highway stopping place for many years by travelers. It was conc( named Evergreen Ranch and was well-known. Public use of the place, however, was discontinued prior to acquisition of the park property by 2118 4-25-63 Idaho the state. To properly identify the location of the wayside, the state annu named it Evergreen Ranch. 2596 2-18-63 Bruce ] The original plan for this area was to combine it with Laurelhurst into one park. No active use of the land has been made. Fern Ridge State Park Agreements as follows affect this wayside Fern Ridge State Park is I Fern Ridge Dam on Long Tc Number Date Name Expiratton It is composed of two areas k; 1455 3-7-53 M. Bloomfield, C. H. Hickerson-pipe Point. Perpetual line Perkins Peninsula is app; the Eugene-Noti Highway. Farewell Bend State Park water at the southern end of Farewell Bend State Park is located in Baker County at the Baker- Richardson Point is about Malheur county line. It lies between the Oregon Trail Highway (Inter- corner of the lake. It can be l state 80N) and the Snake River on the shores of Brownlee Reservoir and then Territorial Road 20C approximately four miles south of Huntington. All of the land for the ti The first land for this park was a gift of 45.73 acres from the Idaho Engineers under a lease agre, Power Company. Deed is dated November 28, 1958. An additional 3.57 ber 5, 1951, and covered 74 , [ 126 ] ciety of the Oregon County, acres was given by the Power Company in 1960. The state purchased in property, weighing possibly 1959 a 16-acre tract lying between the highway and the property given to the state by the Power Company. Total acreage in the park is 65.30 that the large rock embedded acres at the close of 1963. o the public, since it has no A good crop of alfalfa and grass was growing on the land at the ny found within a range of time the state acquired it. location, and is, therefore, The name Farewell Bend has a historical reference. The original to have been rafted in ice route of the Old Oregon Trail left the beautiful Snake River at this go, from a point in Canada. point and started over the Blue Mountains. The river was never seen illamette Valley. When the again by the pioneer on his westward journey. This evoked the thought I at its present resting place. that the pioneer said farewell to the river. MVillamette Valley, some at a The terrain of this park is quite level and very suitable for park Discussion. These rocks show development. )of to the accepted transpor- The Idaho Power Company constructed a dam on the Snake River about 40 miles downstream from the park property. This dam impounds :imately 100 feet above the water in a lake which extends upstream past the park, furnishing a ucted from the old highway large body of water for recreational purposes. Fishing and boating are a good fence. A geological enjoyed as well as views of the scenic beauty of the deep, narrow of the highway right of way. canyon starting a short distance from the park. The water level in the Io count has been made. lake remains constant during the recreational period, allowing for the greatest possible use by the park patrons. Improvements at this park are an entrance road, car parking area, n both sides of Crater Lake tree planting, trails, paved boat launching ramp 100 x 300 feet, swim- Trail in Jackson County. ming beach and day use area complete with water, tables and sanitary is obtained by the Highway facilities. A concession to serve the boaters and other patrons of the park ,he contractors who built the has been provided under an agreement with a concessionaire. :e of suitable rock for road Attendance in 1963 was a total of 129,288 day visitors and 7,573 *ut next to the highway. camper nights. ieadquarters during approxi- Permits and agreements as follows affect this park: te ownership. Then, in 1951 Number Date Name Expiration ?ation Division. The rolling, 5595 8-17-59 Idaho Power Co-power line Indefinite for its scenic value to the 5771 9- 8-60 Idaho Power Co-power line to trailer and building 45 .rk boundary to the east was 2118 4-25-63 Idaho Power Co-power line to y years by travelers. It was concession 4-25-73 )wn. Public use of the place, 2118 4-25-63 Idaho Power Co-adjustment of tion of the park property by jn of the wayside, the state annual charge 4-25-73 2596 2-18-63 Bruce Kirkpatrick-boat concession 3-31-64 combine it with Laurelhurst is been made. Fern Ridge State Park de Fern Ridge State Park is located on the shores of the lake formed by Expiration Fern Ridge Dam on Long Tom River west of Eugene in Lane County. It is composed of two areas known as Perkins Peninsula and Richardson lickerson-pipe Point. Perpetual Perkins Peninsula is approximately nine miles west of Eugene on the Eugene-Noti Highway. It is on a low peninsula jutting into the water at the southern end of the lake. Baker County at the Baker- Richardson Point is about 17 miles west of Eugene at the northwest 'regon Trail Highway (Inter- corner of the lake. It can be reached via Oregon Highway 220 to Elmira hores of Brownlee Reservoir and then Territorial Road 200. ton. All of the land for the two areas was obtained from the Corps of f 45.73 acres from the Idaho Engineers under a lease agreement. The first lease was dated Septem- 28, 1958. An additional 3.57 ber 5, 1951, and covered 74 acres. However, this lease was revised on [ 1271 September 3, 1959, to cover only 54 acres. It excluded land which was drains to the north, back not particularly desirable for park purposes. ocean. The entire area, outside The Corps of Engineers named the lake Fern Ridge and the park was and the usual salal and huc named for the lake. Perkins Peninsula and Richardson Point areas have Approximately 560 been known for many years by these names. acr park, were leased to Curry The terrain at each area is generally level. It is sparsely covered period of 25 years and will with oak, fir and pine trees. Most of the fir and pine trees were planted leased part of this land to by the park crew in 1954. Navy wished to build an ai The most interesting feature of the park is the lake. The recreational the government relinquish features include fishing, boating, water sports and hiking. Many visitors from the state to the county enjoy the distant views of the gently rolling hills and fertile fields of road were constructed in 1A the surrounding country. No active use is being nr All of the major facilities were constructed by the Corps of Engineers. These include the water system, sanitary facilities, tables, stoves, car Permits as follows affec parking areas, trails and boat launching ramps 20 x 100 feet with suit- Number Date able floats at each area. The Parks and Recreation Division did the tree 10-31-45 U. S planting, the paving of the boat ramps and car parking areas, and 744 7- 7-43 Curr improved and constructed some additional facilities, such as tables, 798 5-29-62 U. S. stoves, kitchen shelter, etc. Day visitors during 1963 totaled 178,952 at Perkins Peninsula and Fogarty Creek State Park 145,160 at Richardson Point. Overnight use is not permitted. Fogarty Creek State Pa An agreement with the Department of the Army dated September 5, Highway 101 where Fogart, 1951, for a period of 25 years, gives the State Parks and Recreation 16 miles north of the city of Division permission to administer this land. The first acquisition for purchased from Kina Ross Floras Lake State Park c purchased from time to tim Floras Lake State Park is located west of U. S. Highway 101, of December 31, 1963. approximately four miles southwest of the community of Langlois in Fogarty Creek Park wa northern Curry County. The park land borders the southwestern tip of through the property the e Floras Lake for about one-half mile and has a two and one-half mile named to honor John Fogari frontage on the ocean. Acquisition was princip The first land for this park was 1,397.91 acres purchased from the beach area had been used b Blacklock Sandstone Company of San Francisco on February 5, 1943, at to acquisition of the land by a cost of $3,641. Another tract of 43 acres, completely surrounded by A road easement throug park land, was acquired in 1954 by an exchange of 21.76 acres from the Taylor for access to their prm southwest corner of the park land. An additional five acres were added Township 8 South, Range 11 in 1962 and further negotiations in 1963 resulted in the purchase of an for a strip along the south e additional 39.30 acres on April 2, 1963, from Genevieve R. Stewart, The old highway was abz making a total of 1,463.45 acres in the park at the close of 1963. into the park. A period of seven years was consumed in negotiating for the initial Fogarty Creek Park coni parcel of land. During that time the price was reduced from $20,000 to through which the stream I $3,641, which included approximately $2,900 in back taxes and $700 in sides. It is well protected fh miscellaneous costs. It is quite evident that the firm did not gain finan- consists of alder, spruce, shc cially in the transaction. The land along the strea The area was known for many years as Newburgh State Park. That to make it usable. The eleva name was used because Henry Newburgh, Secretary of the Blacklock drainage. Sandstone Company, was instrumental in the transaction whereby the The boys from MacLarer state acquired the initial tract of land. The name was changed to Floras of the area, clearing away Lake State Park on April 3, 1962. Floras Creek flows into the ocean Other improvements con near the lake. ing away all unnecessary ti The terrain is generally level, in excess of the 100-foot elevation, facilities, water system, trail with abrupt, steep slopes to the ocean. West of Floras Lake there is a wave action, a large area gulch which runs in a northwesterly direction to the beach. The lake picnic tables, electric stoves [ 128 ] It excluded land which was drains to the north, back of a sand dune and then empties into the MS. ocean. The entire area, outside of the flight strip, is covered with shore pine z Fern Ridge and the park was d Richardson Point areas have and the usual salal and huckleberry brush. Approximately 560 acres, located in the southeasterly part of the park, were leased to Curry County on July 7, 1943. The lease is for a level. It is sparsely covered period of 25 years and will expire on July 6, 1968. Curry County sub- ir and pine trees were planted leased part of this land to the Civil Aeronautics Administration as the Navy wished to build an airport on the property. When the war ended, k is the lake. The recreational the government relinquished its lease with Curry County but the lease orts and hiking. Many visitors from the state to the county remains in effect. The air strip and entrance ling hills and fertile fields of road were constructed in 1943-44. No active use is being made of the park. zted by the Corps of Engineers. r facilities, tables, stoves, car Permits as follows affect the park: amps 20 x 100 feet with suit- Number Date Name Expiration ecreation Division did the tree 10-31-45 U. S. Coast Guard-telephone line Indefinite and car parking areas, and 744 7- 7-43 Curry County-land for air strip 7-6-68 nal facilities, such as tables, 798 5-29-62 U. S. Army-survey

952 at Perkins Peninsula and Fogarty Creek State Park se is not permitted. Fogarty Creek State Park is located on both sides of Oregon Coast the Army dated September 5, Highway 101 where Fogarty Creek flows into the ocean, approximately a State Parks and Recreation 16 miles north of the city of Newport in Lincoln County. d. The first acquisition for this enchanting picnic area was 34.40 acres purchased from Kina Ross on December 21, 1954. Additional areas were purchased from time to time until the park has 104.04 acres of land as west of U. S. Highway 101, of December 31, 1963. ,he community of Langlois in Fogarty Creek Park was named for the stream which flows lazily orders the southwestern tip of through the property the entire length of the park. The stream was has a two and one-half mile named to honor John Fogarty, a former Lincoln County Judge. Acquisition was principally for use as an ocean beach park. The 7.91 acres purchased from the beach area had been used by the public as a park for many years prior incisco on February 5, 1943, at to acquisition of the land by the state. 'es, completely surrounded by A road easement through the park was held by Fred H. and Edna change of 21.76 acres from the Taylor for access to their property, the E1/2 of SW¼/4 NW¼/4 of Section 33, [ditional five acres were added Township 8 South, Range 11 West. It was given to the state in exchange resulted in the purchase of an for a strip along the south edge of the park land. from Genevieve R. Stewart, The old highway was abandoned and is now used as an entrance road rk at the close of 1963. into the park. d in negotiating for the initial Fogarty Creek Park contains all of the land in the floor of the gulch e was reduced from $20,000 to through which the stream flows and the slopes on the west and north 900 in back taxes and $700 in sides. It is well protected from the strong ocean winds. The tree cover at the firm did not gain finan- consists of alder, spruce, shore pine and a few hemlock. The land along the stream is low and required draining and leveling 1s Newburgh State Park. That to make it usable. The elevation is about 15 feet-high enough to permit ih, Secretary of the Blacklock drainage. l the transaction whereby the The boys from MacLaren School assisted in the original development ie name was changed to Floras of the area, clearing away the brush and logs, draining the land, etc. as Creek flows into the ocean Other improvements consist of draining and filling low areas, clearing away all unnecessary trees, stumps and logs, constructing sanitary ,ess of the 100-foot elevation, facilities, water system, trails to the beach, etc., stream protection against Vest of Floras Lake there is a wave action, a large area for car parking, improved entrance road, ection to the beach. The lake picnic tables, electric stoves and power lines. [ 129 ] N

The entire 792.70-acre The beach, a wide, smooth portion of a long, interesting shoreline, is to the beach, was given to suitable for sun bathing, hiking and fishing. The broad expanse of parcel ocean offers many interesting views. of 788 acres was a g in 1960. Day use at this picnic area is approximately 184,000 visitors annually. The area was named Provisions for overnight camping have not been made at Fogarty. historical military reservat Permits and agreements as follows affect this park: that name. Clatsop Count Number Date Name Expiration on the north end of Coffer P-634 4-23-56 Fred H. & Edna Taylor-road Indefinite Among the interesting 1773 & lakes suitable for boating, old British sailing ship 4867 7-30-56 Central Lincoln PUD-Electric Pc long, broad line and service ocean beach e and south to Gearhart; and 4579 3-17-55 Pacific Tel. & Tel. Co.-line vation with its shore gun b 620 12-11-59 A. J. Druhl-road (Transferred to The park land has a n J. H. Miesen) 12-1-63 of which were planted by thirties. These plantings h Fort Rock State Monument grass and small trees were Developments at the p, Fort Rock State Monument is located near the community by the of 380 units, containing 11 same name. It is in the northwesterly part of Lake County, on a county necessary conveniences, a road seven miles east of Fremont Highway 31, and 38 miles southeast of large day use area includE the city of Lapine. swimming beaches with p The entire park area of 190 acres was obtained in 1962. The first depth and serving as a proi was a gift of 30 acres from Reuben A. and Norma Long, who were early craft, an entrance road to t advocates of the establishment of a park at the site. The other was a park developments, and su gift of 160 acres with the usual 25-year reversionary clause from the and near the beach. A be Bureau of Land Management, first obtained by Lake County and then structed on Coffenbury La] transferred to the state for use as a historical monument. feet, is located on CrabapT The supposed fort, remnants of an ancient volcanic crater, is about built on Creep and Crawl L one-third of a mile across and lies in a somewhat crescent shape. One An attempt was made i side of the fort is open and can be entered by car. The high side may the old Fort Stevens Milita be as much as 325 feet above the floor of the plain on which it stands, of federal complications rel according to McArthur in Oregon Geographic Names. McArthur also Game Commission. The G says, "It has perpendicular cliffs 200 feet high in places." The old fort is the area or lease it to the sl a unique, picturesque monolith and an old landmark in the area. It can Provisions were made be seen for miles in all directions as it stands alone on the valley plain. picnic area on the east sid The surrounding country is barren of trees but has an abundant growth and the operator gave it up of sagebrush. A claim was made in There are a number of caves in the vicinity of Fort Rock, formed by wreckage by a Mr. Caldwel volcanic action and in which has been found evidence of early habitation to be the owner. The claim by man. Carbon tests of the artifacts found show them to be about 10,000 Some difficulties were ei years old. fishermen, swimmers and The Highway Commission approved the name of Fort Rock State trolled by regulations. Monument for the area on June 29, 1962. Park usage in 1963 was Improvements are picnic facilities only and consist of a car parking campers. area, sanitary facilities, tables and stoves. No active use has been made of the area; therefore, there is no record Gangloff Wayside of visitors for the year 1963. Gangloff Wayside is Ic Fort Stevens State Park adjoins the western edge of Fort Stevens State Park is located in the northwest corner of the The 2.49-acre tract was state, off U. S. Highway 101 approximately 131/2 miles west of Astoria Foley as a monument to th, in Clatsop County. It adjoins the south end of the old Fort Stevens that the area be named Gan Military Reservation at the mouth of the Columbia River. Mary Foley, according [ 130 ] The entire 792.70-acre park, including a strip of land 500 feet wide long, interesting shoreline, is to the beach, was given to the state by the Clatsop County Court. One ing. The broad expanse of parcel of 788 acres was a gift in 1955 and the other 4.70 acres was a gift in 1960. ,ely 184,000 visitors annually. The area was named Fort Stevens State Park for the adjoining been made at Fogarty. historical military reservation and because the area was well known by t this park: that name. Clatsop County had previously made a small development Expiration on the north end of Coffenbury Lake and named it Fort Stevens Park. rlor-road Indefinite Among the interesting features of the park are several long, shallow lakes suitable for boating, fishing and swimming; the remains of the old British sailing ship Peter Iredale which went ashore in 1906; the D-Electric long, broad ocean beach extending north to the Columbia River jetty and south to Gearhart; and the old historic Fort Stevens Military Reser- o.-line vation with its shore gun batteries. Transferred to The park land has a new growth of many varieties of trees, most 12-1-63 of which were planted by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the early thirties. These plantings have reached as much as 30 feet high. Dune grass and small trees were planted in the area west of the park. Developments at the park include a complete overnight camp area near the community by the of 380 units, containing 119 trailer sites and 261 tent spaces with the of Lake County, on a county necessary conveniences, a group camp area suitable for 200 people, a 31, and 38 miles southeast of large day use area including tables, stoves and sanitary facilities, two swimming beaches with protective log booms outlining a safe water obtained in 1962. The first depth and serving as a protection against motor boats and other water- Norma Long, who were early craft, an entrance road to the park, roads to the ocean beach and to the at the site. The other was a park developments, and suitable car parking areas at the day use area 7eversionary clause from the and near the beach. A boat launching ramp, 33 x 40 feet, was con- ?d by Lake County and then structed on Coffenbury Lake. Another boat ramp in the park, 18 x 75 ,al monument. feet, is located on Crabapple Lake and still another, 9 x 84 feet, was ient volcanic crater, is about built on Creep and Crawl Lake. mewhat crescent shape. One An attempt was made in 1957 to obtain Battery Russell, a part of I by car. The high side may the old Fort Stevens Military Reservation. It was unsuccessful because the plain on which it stands, of federal complications relating to the deeding of the area to the State rphic Names. McArthur also Game Commission. The Game Commission was willing to dispose of igh in places." The old fort is the area or lease it to the state. landmark in the area. It can Provisions were made in 1958 for a concession to operate in the ids alone on the valley plain. picnic area on the east side of Coffenbury Lake. It was unsuccessful but has an abundant growth and the operator gave it up at the end of the 1960 season. A claim was made in 1960 for the remains of the Peter Iredale ,nity of Fort Rock, formed by wreckage by a Mr. Caldwell on behalf of a Mr. Hendricks who claimed d evidence of early habitation to be the owner. The claim was never followed up in any way. show them to be about 10,000 Some difficulties were encountered at the water sports areas between fishermen, swimmers and motor boaters. They were reasonably con- he name of Fort Rock State trolled by regulations. Park usage in 1963 was 399,958 day visitors and 102,767 overnight and consist of a car parking campers.

,; therefore, there is no record Gangloff Wayside Gangloff Wayside is located on the Oregon Trail Highway and adjoins the western edge of the city of La Grande in Union County. The 2.49-acre tract was a gift to the state in 1924 from Mrs. Mary T. the northwest corner of the Foley as a monument to the pioneers of Union County. She requested y 13½ miles west of Astoria that the area be named Gangloff and the Commission approved. end of the old Fort Stevens Mary Foley, according to information from Charles Reynolds of Columbia River. [ 131 1 a

La Grande, was a daughter of Augustine Gangloff, an emigrant from The graves are marke Alsace-Lorraine, who, as a lad, migrated to the United States and came ornamental iron fence. A to Western Oregon via the Oregon Trail. After having lived for several "Sacred to th years at various places on the coast, Augustine Gangloff married in 1863, his three sons and with his wife, Anna, homesteaded 160 acres of land in the Grande were massaci Ronde Valley in 1864. Part of this homestead is now Gangloff Wayside A.D., 1856, a, and the rest of it is a part of the city of La Grande. Also wife at The Gangloffs built a log cabin on this homestead, raised livestock, 1899, age 75 3 planted an orchard and started the first nursery in the valley. Many of the present orchards came from this nursery. Early settlers who Day visitors at this his traveled the Oregon Trail passed this orchard and carried with them No count was made in 196, pleasant memories of its beauty and the fruit it bore. Permits as follows affec For many years prior to state ownership of the land, the area had Number Date been used as an overlook or a point from which the traveler could view 3292 2-3-50 CoOS-Ct the beautiful Grande Ronde Valley and a portion of the thriving city of La Grande. It still serves the same purpose. George W. Joseph State Po A bronze plaque on a large basalt stone was placed near the center George W. Joseph State of the wayside at the widest place in the parking area. It bears the Gorge, south of the old Cc following inscription: of the community of Brida GANGLOFF PARK. Dedicated The first acquisition fo to the pioneers of Union County 1934, a generous gift from Joseph. Another gift of by Mrs. J. E. Foley, 1924. 40 The park was enlarged by Multnomah County on Feb Use of the overlook has been heavy. No record of the number of an aggregate total of 150.12 visitors has been made as traffic is not channeled and therefore very difficult to count. The Highway Commissi honored for these gifts, thei Gearhart Ocean Wayside State Park. A good stand Gearhart Ocean Wayside is beach land located between the Pacific of fir an Ocean and the city of Gearhart in Clatsop County. area of dense shade, never ideal for a lush growth of The entire area of 286.06 acres was purchased in 1939 from the a lichenous nature. This Gearhart Park Company. It is tideland extending from Necanicum proposed acquisition to pr( River north a distance of nearly two miles. It is the ocean front of the the Columbia River Gorge i platted city of Gearhart. and later a project of the C Acquisition was to preserve the beach for public use. Its location is ately north of this park la indicative of its name. insofar as use and the publ No record has been made of the attendance at this area. very interesting area. Development at George Geisel Monument Wayside which visitors may view nal Geisel Monument Wayside is located on U. S. Highway 101, five miles A separate record of pa north of Wedderburn in Curry County. Park. The initial acquisition for this wayside was a gift of 2.15 acres from the Macleay Estate Company on December 24, 1930. An adjoining area Golden and Silver Falls Sta of 1.90 acres was given to the state on January 6, 1931, by F. B. and Golden and Silver Falls Martha Postel. Total acreage in the wayside is 4.05 acres as of the close end of Coos River Seconda] of 1963. Coos Bay in Coos County. This wayside contains the graves of an Oregon pioneer, John Geisel, Preservation of the ext his wife and family. John Geisel and his three sons were massacred by rounding the two beautiful the Indians in 1856 and McArthur in Oregon Geographic Names has this the park. to say, "The Geisel massacre was the outstanding tragedy in the early history of Curry County." The first land acquired [ 132] The graves are marked with a monument and surrounded by an Gangloff, an emigrant from ornamental iron fence. A o the United States and came granite shaft is inscribed as follows: kfter having lived for several "Sacred to the memory of John Geisel, also :ine Gangloff married in 1863, his three sons, John, Henry, and Andrew who ) acres of land in the Grande were massacred by the Indians, February 22 ead is now Gangloff Wayside A.D., 1856, ages respectively 45, 9, 7, and 5. Grande. Also wife and mother died September 20, 1899, age 75 years." 3 homestead, raised livestock, arsery in the valley. Many of Day visitors at this historical landmark totaled 11,919 during 1962. iursery. Early settlers who No count was made in 1963. ,hard and carried with them uit it bore. Permits as follows affect this wayside: lip of the land, the area had Number Date Name Expiration vhich the traveler could view 3292 2-3-50 Coos-Curry Electric Co-op.-power line Indefinite jortion of the thriving city of 'e. George W. Joseph State Park e was placed near the center George W. Joseph State Park is located in the scenic Columbia River e parking area. It bears the Gorge, south of the old Columbia River Highway and five miles west of the community of Bridal Veil in Multnomah County. Dedicated The first acquisition for this park was 40 acres on September 11, 1934, a generous gift from George W. Joseph and his mother, Bertha )n County L. Joseph. Another gift of 40 acres from the Josephs was received in 1942. 24. The park was enlarged by purchase of an additional 70.12 acres from Multnomah County on February 5, 1959, increasing the park acreage to No record of the number of an aggregate total of 150.12 acres as of the close of 1963. hanneled and therefore very The Highway Commission decided that the Joseph family should be honored for these gifts, therefore the park was named George W. Joseph State Park. A good stand of fir and maple trees on the property provides an I located between the Pacific area of dense shade, never touched by the rays of the sun, which is so County. ideal for a lush growth of sword fern, moss and other ground covers of purchased in 1939 from the a lichenous nature. This dell-like area is only a small part of the extending from Necanicum proposed acquisition to preserve the beautiful, pristine appearance of ;. It is the ocean front of the the Columbia River Gorge first suggested by the late Sam H. Boardman and later a project of the Columbia River Gorge Commission. Immedi- for public use. Its location is ately north of this park land lies the Guy W. Talbot State Park and, insofar as use and the public are concerned, they are considered as one ince at this area. very interesting area. Development at George W. Joseph Park consists of trails only, from which visitors may view nature's unusual display of shade-loving plants. U. S. Highway 101, five miles A separate record of park attendance has not been kept for Joseph Park. was a gift of 2.15 acres from 24, 1930. An adjoining area Golden and Silver Falls State Park anuary 6, 1931, by F. B. and Golden and Silver Falls State Park is located five miles beyond the le is 4.05 acres as of the close end of Coos River Secondary Highway, about 24 miles northeast from Coos Bay in Coos County. Oregon pioneer, John Geisel, Preservation of the extraordinary stand of Douglas fir trees sur- hree sons were massacred by rounding the two beautiful waterfalls was the motive for acquisition of )n Geographic Names has this the park. ;tanding tragedy in the early The first land acquired was 112 acres, the Golden Falls area, from [ 133 ] ww ,_ - , _ , .

the Waterford Lumber Company on June 29, 1936, after Coos County Two small contiguous trn made the road from Coos Bay toward the falls a secondary highway, increased the park acreage t and the state agreed to spend $10,000 for improvement of the road. The area was named to Two gifts from Coos County were made by deeds dated September 7, Patterson who died in offi 1938, for 17.27 acres, the Silver Falls area, and May 11, 1955, for 28 though it is in direct opposi acres, a timbered area, making a total of 157.27 acres for the park. Committee and adopted by 1 The park was named for the two falls within its boundaries, one on Governor Patterson was Silver Creek and the other on Glenn Creek. McArthur's Oregon Geo- areas for the enjoyment e graphic Names says that Golden Falls was named to honor Dr. C. B. strongly advocated expansi Golden, first Grand Chancellor of the Knights of Pythias of Oregon, one appoint a Park Commission- of the first visitors to the falls, and that Silver Falls was named in ests and actions placed en contradistinction to Golden Falls. acquisition of land and broz Much of the charm of this park lies in the canyon with the unusual a park system comparable ti of Douglas fir timber which not falls on each creek and the thick stand The use area of this par only surrounds the falls but covers the adjoining canyon walls in all of indigenous evergreen trE directions. proved to be of great interen The matter of improving the road for log-hauling purposes occupied Improvements are for d the attention of the Commission from 1935 to 1940. The problem was area, entrance road, trails, solved by extending the secondary highway toward the falls and doing some improving. Rebuilding the steep, narrow and tortuous portion was obtained from the local around the falls, after the bridge on Silver Creek collapsed, was dis- Park usage in 1963 total cussed for two years, ending in 1959. The road was never rebuilt. A bronze plaque was installed in the Silver Falls section of this park Guy W. Talbot State Park near the terminus of the trail to the falls in recognition of the generosity Guy W. Talbot State Pz of the Weyerhaeuser Timber Company when giving the area to Coos Gorge, on both sides of the County on August 14, 1935. five miles west of the comn Improvements in the park consist of trails to the falls and a picnic A gift of 125 acres fri area with the usual tables, fireplaces and sanitary facilities. A part of March 9, 1929, was the be the work was done by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the mid- parcel of land has the disti thirties. County to be obtained for Day use of the park in 1962 totaled 4,941 visitors. No count was made 62.75 acres on November 13 in 1963. has increased the acreage it of 1963. The last parcel of 1l Governor PattersonMemorial State Park property, for which negotial until 1959. This acquisition Governor Patterson Memorial State Park is located on U. S. Highway the lively stream below the 101, approximately 1½/2 miles south of Waldport in Lincoln County. It includes all of the land between the highway and the ocean for a Preservation of the n, distance of approximately one mile. Columbia River Gorge is th The first acquisition for this memorial park was 9.40 acres in 1931. A plaque to the memory It was purchased as a memorial to the late Governor Isaac L. Patterson, near the use area in 1938 to preserve the pristine appearance of the area with its shore pine and county road near the north other native growth, and to provide a picnic area in the vicinity of the by the Bridal Veil Pioneer north end of the park land. The four deeds conveying this land to the Veil Pioneers. The park we state are as follows: family. Improvements by the st Mary E. Patterson, a widow, one-third interest $313.33 this park are a car parking Marion W. Donaldson, a widow, one-third interest 313.33 two cottages and sanitary f La Vena Bennett, unmarried, one-sixth interest 156.67 The 1963 attendance wa Walter Bennett and Marie Bennett, husband and Permits as follows affect wife, one-sixth interest ------156.67 Number Date 8176 7-19-40 B. L. Total ...... $940.00 pip [ 134 ] 29, 1936, after Coos County Two small contiguous tracts were purchased in 1945 and 1946, which e falls a secondary highway, increased the park acreage to 10.23 acres. r improvement of the road. 0 The area was named to honor Oregon's former Governor Isaac L. y deeds dated September 7, Patterson who died in office. This is believed to be justifiable even a, and May 11, 1955, for 28 though it is in direct opposition to the plan presented by the first Park )7.27 acres for the park. Committee and adopted by the Commission on April 19, 1926. within its boundaries, one on Governor Patterson was a strong believer in k. McArthur's Oregon Geo- preservation of scenic areas for the enjoyment of the public s named to honor Dr. C. B. and future generations. He strongly advocated hts of Pythias of Oregon, one expansion of park development. He was first to appoint a Park Commission-although Silver Falls was named in it was short lived-and his interests and actions placed emphasis on the matter of stepping up the acquisition of land and broadening the park idea, eventually leading to the canyon with the unusual a park system comparable to any in the nation. Douglas fir timber which not ijoining canyon walls in all The use area of this park is mostly level with a good, natural stand of indigenous evergreen trees. The long, wide, hard, sandy beach has proved to be of great interest to the park patrons. )g-hauling purposes occupied 3 to 1940. The problem was Improvements are for day use purposes, consisting of car parking y toward the falls and doing area, entrance road, trails, tables, stoves and sanitary facilities. Water arrow and tortuous portion was obtained from the local water district. Zr Creek collapsed, was dis- Park usage in 1963 totaled 85,143 day visitors. road was never rebuilt. ver Falls section of this park Guy W. Talbot State Park recognition of the generosity Guy W. Talbot State Park is located in the scenic Columbia River hen giving the area to Coos Gorge, on both sides of the old Columbia River Highway approximately five miles west of the community of Bridal Veil in Multnomah County. ails to the falls and a picnic A gift of 125 acres from Guy W. and Geraldine W. Talbot on sanitary facilities. A part of March 9, 1929, was the beginning of this enjoyable park area. This ervation Corps in the mid- parcel of land has the distinction of being the first tract in Multnomah County to be obtained for a state park. Multnomah County donated visitors. No count was made 62.75 acres on November 13, 1935. The purchase of five additional areas has increased the acreage in Talbot Park to 241.23 acres as of the close of 1963. The last parcel of land added to this park was the B. B. Bennett property, for which negotiations were started in 1944 and not completed until S is located on U. S. Highway 1959. This acquisition placed the impressive Latourell Falls and Ldport in Lincoln County. It the lively stream below the falls entirely on state-owned land. 'hway and the ocean for a Preservation of the natural beauty and scenic features of the Columbia River Gorge is the reason for acquiring this land. park was 9.40 acres in 1931. A plaque to the memory of Mr. and Mrs. Guy W. Talbot was placed Governor Isaac L. Patterson, near the use area in 1938 by their friends. Another plaque, on the area with its shore pine and county road near the northeast corner of the picnic area, was installed ic area in the vicinity of the by the Bridal Veil Pioneer Association in 1941 as a memorial to Bridal Ls conveying this land to the Veil Pioneers. The park was named Guy W. Talbot to honor the Talbot family. hird interest $313.33 Improvements by the state and the Civilian Conservation Corps at this park are a car parking area, picnic area, tables, stoves, water, trails, Lhird interest 313.33 two cottages and sanitary facilities. ixth interest 156.67 The 1963 attendance was 52,072 day visitors. husband and Permits as follows affect the Guy W. Talbot park: . .156.67- - Number Date Name Termination 8176 7-19-40 B. L. & Geo. W. Joseph, Jr.------$940.00 pipeline Indefinite [ 135 ] m II Si I- I I

H. B. Van Duzer Forest Corridor Wayside Permits as follows affei H. B. Van Duzer Forest Corridor Wayside consists of two sections Number Date located along both sides of State Highway 18 in Polk, Tillamook and 11895 1-25-62 Bonnei Lincoln Counties. One section begins at Rogue River and continues ing I westerly a distance of 4.1 miles to a point 11/2 miles east of the summit 440 5-16-56 Matt E of the Coast Range of mountains. The other section begins at the summit 1862 5-28-59 Miama of the Coast Range and runs westerly a distance of 6.8 miles to the first 1642 5-25-55 Longvi private development. The corridor varies in width from 400 to 2,000 1448 2-17-53 James feet from the center line of the highway. 817 8- 9-62 C. H. X Acquisition was principally to preserve the natural stand of fir 28223 7-30-62 Water timber for the enjoyment of the traveler. This particular stand of timber is especially interesting because it is one of the few remaining stands of Harris Beach State Park native timber along Oregon's highways outside of U. S. Forests. Harris Beach State Pa The suggestion to acquire and preserve the wayside came in 1932 north city limits of Brookir from the Oceanlake Chamber of Commerce. The first area was 37.47 sides of the road from a acres acquired in 1935. The land was not all obtained until 1963. The approximately one-half mi long acquisition period was necessary because of cost in relation to The first acquisition fc available funds for such purposes, combined with the information that Henry Cooper in 1926. An a bill before Congress was intended to make funds available for such Carl Bauers in 1941. This purposes. The bill failed to pass. the ocean beach near Hari A total of 1,511.45 acres comprised the wayside at the close of 1963. of Harris Butte, preserve The Highway Commission believed in early 1939 that it was appro- along the easterly side of t priate to name some area to honor H. B. Van Duzer, a former Highway night camping facilities. Commission Chairman and an active and ardent contender that out- A small area, 0.19 of a standing timber waysides should be preserved so future generations 1960 for street purposes, might see a sample of what much of Western Oregon possessed before acres at the close of 1963. its landscape was altered by man. The Highway Commission believed Harris Beach Park is n this area appropriate to honor such an individual and, therefore, named had owned the property foi it H. B. Van Duzer Forest Corridor Wayside. The overnight camp ar In 1939 the Commission approved a conditional sale of 1.8 acres of an elevation of approxima land to the State Board of Forestry for a fireguard station. The station with low-growing azaleas, is located approximately 11/2 miles west of the summit of the Coast nous to the coastal area. Range. Improvements include The U. S. Army from Camp Adair made use of the wayside for field and turn-around near the experiences in 1943. headquarters building, coti Winter winds have caused considerable damage, resulting in loss of tent sites and 26 trailer sp, many trees throughout the years. These trees have been promptly sold Views of the majestic o to the highest bidders at prices ranging from $3 to $23.50 per thousand. Goat Island, the odd-shapi There were several timber trespasses in the early 1950's and all extraordinary. The fine, offenders were dealt with according to the law. One trespasser paid visitors. $7,678. Such action seemed to curb the practice as there has been no Day visitors at Harris I trespass in recent years. night campers totaled 43,3 Many permits have been issued for roads across the Corridor to visitors in 1962 but no cour adjoining lands, a few of which were detailed in the deeds at the time the land was acquired. One permit for a private well was given to Permits as follows affec James H. Smith whose land adjoins the state property at Rogue River. Number Date Fire roads have been constructed on the back of the property. All 3309 3- 1-50 Coos entrance roads are gated and locked by using the State's master locks. 2939 7-22-49 A. E On private entrances, double locks are used. By use of this system fires 5153 2-13-58 West have been prevented and trespassing discouraged. The Fire Warden is given a special key to the locks. Hat Rock State Park A small, standard, roadside rest area was established on both sides Hat Rock State Park is of the highway at a point four miles from the west end of the Corridor. shore of the lake formed b Attendance during 1963 totaled 51,108 day visitors. Cold Springs in Umatilla C [ 136 ] Permits as follows affect this area: ide consists of two sections Number Date Name Expiration 18 in Polk, Tillamook and 11895 1-25-62 Bonneville Power Adm.-Road cross- Rogue River and continues ing MP 18.38 Indefinite 1/2 miles east of the summit 440 5--16- -56 Matt Erickson-Road crossing 5- 3-66 section begins at the summit 1862 5--28- -59 Miama Corp.-Fire road 5-28-82 ance of 6.8 miles to the first 1642 5--25- -55 Longview Fiber Co.-Road crossing Indefinite in width from 400 to 2,000 1448 2--17- -53 James H. Smith-Well and pipeline 2-17-78 817 8-- 9--62 C. H. Winkel-Road crossing 5-15-67 e the natural stand of fir 28223 7--30- -62 Water Right 0.08 c.f.s. ds particular stand of timber the few remaining stands of Harris Beach State Park ide of U. S. Forests. Harris Beach State Park is located on U. S. Highway 101, at the * the wayside came in 1932 north city limits of Brookings in Curry County. It contains land on both The first area was 37.47 sides of the road from a point near Harris Creek south a distance of ill obtained until 1963. The approximately one-half mile. ause of cost in relation to The first acquisition for this park was 17.58 acres purchased from d with the information that Henry Cooper in 1926. An additional 123.40 acres were purchased from ke funds available for such Carl Bauers in 1941. This area was acquired to provide an entrance to the ocean beach near Harris Creek, secure the viewpoint from the top vayside at the close of 1963. of Harris Butte, preserve the azaleas and other interesting growth irly 1939 that it was appro- along the easterly side of the highway and to provide a place for over- [n Duzer, a former Highway night camping facilities. ardent contender that out- A small area, 0.19 of an acre, was sold to the city of Brookings in jrved so future generations 1960 for street purposes, leaving a net acreage in the park of 140.64 Xrn Oregon possessed before acres at the close of 1963. ghway Commission believed Harris Beach Park is named to honor an early-day landholder who 'idual and, therefore, named had owned the property for many years. The overnight camp area is located on a moderately level bench at iditional sale of 1.8 acres of an elevation of approximately 160 feet above sea level. It is covered reguard station. The station with low-growing azaleas, spruce, salal and other similar species indige- of the summit of the Coast nous to the coastal area. Improvements include a two-way road to the beach, parking space use of the wayside for field and turn-around near the shore, trails, sanitary facilities, tables, stoves, headquarters building, cottage and a complete overnight camp with 84 damage, resulting in loss of tent sites and 26 trailer spaces. 'es have been promptly sold Views of the majestic offshore rocks, the interesting bird rookery on n $3 to $23.50 per thousand. Goat Island, the odd-shaped "Hunch Back" rock and many others are in the early 1950's and all extraordinary. The fine, sandy beach is an enjoyable playground for e law. One trespasser paid visitors. actice as there has been no Day visitors at Harris Beach during 1963 totaled 386,328 and overnight campers totaled 43,322. Harris Beach Viewpoints recorded 6.639 iads across the Corridor to visitors in 1962 but no count was made in 1963. Led in the deeds at the time private well was given to Permits as follows affect this park: property at Rogue River. Number Date Name Term E back of the property. All 3309 3- 1-50 Coos-Curry Elec. Corp-power line Indefinite ng the State's master locks. 2939 7-22-49 A. E. Anderson-pipe line crossing 7-22-74 By use of this system fires 5153 2-13-58 West Coast Tel. Co.-Tel. line Indefinite iraged. The Fire Warden is Hat Rock State Park as established on both sides Hat Rock State Park is located off U. S. Highway 730, on the south ae west end of the Corridor. shore of the lake formed by McNary Dam on the Columbia River near ay visitors. Cold Springs in Umatilla County. [ 137 ] The first acquisition was 175 acres purchased from Charles and launch and remove boats fr( Eileen Kik in 1951 at a cost of $5,000. Later, in 1953, another tract of good stand of large maple 191 acres was obtained from the Corps of Engineers under a lease numbers of fir and alder. agreement. Two other parcels of 0.16 of an acre and 3.07 acres were Origin of the name Hen( acquired for the park and the road, making a total of 369.23 acres in the subsequently the wayside, is park. name of an early-day resider Acquisition and development of this area for recreational purposes Improvements consist of was desirable because it is the area most suitable for development along stoves, water, sanitary facilil the shore of McNary Lake. deep, with a capacity of 30 E The land obtained from the Corps of Engineers includes an arm of the lake about 1,600 feet in length and a large, prominent rock, a land- Day use during 1963 tota mark of historical significance. This landmark, known at Hat Rock, not been provided. was often referred to in diaries of the early-day western explorers and Htlgard Junction State Park travelers. The rock itself is round with a flat top and vertical sides. Hat Rock State Park was named after this large monolith, which, no Hilgard Junction State I doubt, acquired its name because of its likeness to a man's silk top hat. at the Starkey Highway junc The terrain is generally rolling, cut by an arm of the lake. The miles west of La Grande in 1 cover is sagebrush and of little or no value to the park. A road passes The first land obtained fi through the park to a home development on the shore of the lake north in 1951 from the U. S. Fores of the park. tract was given to the state A large, natural spring is located on the park land at normal water total of six acres in the park level near the southern tip of the arm of the lake. It flows at approxi- The park was named for mately 25 c.f.s.. which furnishes plenty of water to supply the park and Railroad siding nearby. meet the present needs of the home development on the lake shore. This restful, riverside ar Improvements at Hat Rock include an entrance road, car parking been used for many years I area, trails, planting trees, swimming beach, bathhouse, guard fences, camping. The cool stream a two sanitary facilities, water system, park cottage and headquarters an interesting, peaceful plac building. All roads and car parking areas are oil surfaced. The Corps The level, sparsely-timb of Engineers constructed a road to the west side of the arm of the lake, and a small overnight camp a car parking area, boat ramp and a floating foot bridge, and prepared road, car parking area, wate and seeded a nearby area to lawn, all as a part of the park facilities. Day visitors at this park Park use in 1963 totaled 191,011 day visitors. Hoffman Memorial Wayside Permits as follows affect this park: Ways Number Date Name Expiration Hoffman Memorial 3809 12- 3-51 Umatilla Electric Co-op.-power Coos Bay-Roseburg Highws River. It is located at the line Indefinite miles south of the city of Cc 3792 4-12-56 Hat Rock Water Co.-pipe line 4-12-79 The 4-acre tract was giv 4155 3-24-53 Pacific Tel. & Tel.-phone line 3-24-78 Myrtle Point and 20 other h 22776 1954 Water right-0.225 + 7.00 c.f.s.- his mother. A covenant in t spring to place and maintain an un and the highway. G 1824 4-10-51 Water right 0.26 c.f.s.-spring The park land is low a December and January. It Hendricks Bridge Wayside constitutes the entire tree c( Hendricks Bridge Wayside is located on McKenzie River Highway Improvements at this w, 126, approximately 13 miles east of the city of Eugene in Lane County. ties, memorial plaque and x It is at the east end of Hendricks Bridge across the McKenzie River. space for car parking. A gift of 12.15 acres from Lane County in 1932 marks the beginning Day use in 1962 was 8,35 of this delightful picnic area. Another gift from the County in 1956 brought the total acreage to 12.18 acres These areas are two of the Holman Wayside many generous gifts from Lane County. Holman Wayside is loca Acceptance of this land was desirable to provide facilities for pic- eastern edge of the commun nicking on the banks of the beautiful McKenzie River and a place to The 8.62 acres of timbcr [ 138 1 urchased from Charles and :er, in 1953, another tract of launch and remove boats from the stream. The land is covered with a good stand of Engineers under a lease of large maple and spreading myrtle trees with lesser in acre and 3.07 acres were numbers of fir and alder. a total of 369.23 acres in the Origin of the name Hendricks, for which the bridge is named and subsequently the wayside, is not known. It is believed to have been the ea for recreational purposes name of an early-day resident of the area. itable for development along Improvements consist of an entrance road, car parking area, tables, stoves, water, sanitary facilities and a boat ramp. A 6-inch well, 39 feet ngineers includes an arm of deep, with a capacity of 30 gallons per minute, was drilled in 1953. rge, prominent rock, a land- Day use during 1963 totaled 75,579 visitors. Camping facilities have mark, known at Hat Rock, not been provided. r-day western explorers and it top and vertical sides. Hilgard Junction State Park lis large monolith, which, no Hilgard Junction State Park is located on Interstate Highway 80N, ness to a man's silk top hat. at the Starkey Highway junction on the Grande Ronde River about eight , an arm of the lake. The miles west of La Grande in Union County. to the park. A road passes The first land obtained for this small park was a lease on five acres E the shore of the lake north in 1951 from the U. S. Forest Service. A year later an adjoining 1-acre tract was given to the state by Mt. Emily Lumber Company, making a park land at normal water total of six acres in the park at the close of 1963. e lake. It flows at approxi- The park was named for the surrounding area and the Union Pacific Tater to supply the park and Railroad siding nearby. ment on the lake shore. This restful, riverside area was obtained principally because it had entrance road, car parking been used for many years by the public for picnicking and overnight h, bathhouse, guard fences, camping. The cool stream and surrounding countryside make this park C cottage and headquarters an interesting, peaceful place for an outing. are oil surfaced. The Corps The level, sparsely-timbered area now supports day use facilities side of the arm of the lake, and a small overnight camp. Other improvements are a good entrance g foot bridge, and prepared road, car parking area, water and sanitary facilities. rt of the park facilities. Day visitors at this park in 1963 totaled 51,076. tors. Hoffman Memorial Wayside

Expzratzon Hoffman Memorial Wayside is a small strip of land lying between the 0-op.-power Coos Bay-Roseburg Highway 42 and the South Fork of the Coquille Indefinite River. It is located at the junction of Powers road approximately 12 miles south of the city of Coquille in Coos County. -pipe line 4-12-79 The 4-acre tract was given to the state in 1948 by E. F. Hoffman of -phone line 3-24-78 Myrtle Point and 20 other heirs of Henrietta Hoffman as a memorial to 1- 7.00 c.f.s.- his mother. A covenant in the deed reserves unto the grantor the right to place and maintain an underground water pipeline between the river f.s.-spring and the highway. The park land is low and it usually floods during the months of December and January. It has a good stand of old myrtle trees which constitutes the entire tree cover. McKenzie River Highway Improvements at this wayside include tables, stoves, sanitary facili- of Eugene in Lane County. ties, memorial plaque and widening of the highway shoulder to provide icross the McKenzie River. space for car parking. i 1932 marks the beginning Day use in 1962 was 8,355 visitors. No count was made in 1963. from the County in 1956 'hese areas are two of the Holman Wayside Holman Wayside is located on the north provide facilities for pic- side of Highway 22 at the eastern edge of the community enzie River and a place to of Eola in Polk County. The 8.62 acres of timbered land was purchased from Thomas C. and [ 139 1 Cora J. Holman for $1,000 on April 17, 1922. Its historical interests and showing the name of the pa acquisition of the moderately large spring on the land prompted the widening the road. purchase. Day use during 1963 tots The old military road of the 1830-40's passed through the property. The cold spring water was used for the needs of the men and their Hug Point State Park horses and the area as a resting place. A round metal tank was placed Hug Point State Park is in the area for use as a watering trough for the thirsty draft and riding Highway 101 and the ocean animals. It was used during most of the century before the automobiles nity of Cannon Beach in Cl, and trucks replaced the horse-drawn vehicles. The 1.30-acre park was By reason of Mr. Holman's long-time ownership of the land and his Clatsop County constructed willingness for the public to continue to use the area and the spring, fine beach south of a proj Herbert Nunn, a former Highway Engineer, recommended that the area around which point cars be named Holman Wayside. The Commission approved. entrance ramp became dil County then donated the The wayside, by reason of its cool, restful surroundings, including grading and base surfacing the nearby Willamette River with its natural green banks, has been a highway to near the bluff a popular gathering place for community and family affairs. sion by deed dated October Improvements include an entrance road, car parking area, guard Acceptance of this gift o fence, trails, improvement at the spring, sanitary facilities, tables and area and to permit many p electric stoves. beach which otherwise wou Day use during 1963 totaled 71,558 visitors. There are no provisions owners. for overnight stays. The number of visitors, Water right permit 7822, dated February 27, 1927, for use of 1.0 c.f.s. park in this vicinity. of water from a spring. The full width of the facilities were placed at tl- Howard J. Morton Memorial State Park They consist of pit latrines, Howard J. Morton Memorial State Park is located on both sides of Highway 126, along the McKenzie River at Finn Rock, approximately Humbug Mountain State Pi 38 miles east of Eugene in Lane County. Humbug Mountain Stath The entire 24.40-acre park was a gift from Mrs. Winifred K. Morton way 101, approximately si in three separate tracts in three successive years-1955, 1956 and 1957. Curry County. It is also bii The property was given with the understanding that it would be per- The first area obtained petually set aside and maintained in its natural state for the use and acres in 1926 from Carl W enjoyment of the public. No improvements were to be made and no chases were made, the last cutting of trees, except to clear the underbrush to improve the appear- Game Commission in 1950 ance of the property and to provide for a small picnic area. An appro- 290 acres obtained from tl priate, dignified-appearing sign designating the area was to be erected $1,450. along the highway. The land is covered w: Mrs. Morton further requested that the area be named Howard J. timber, some low-growing Morton Memorial State Park in honor of her husband, a long-time indigenous to the coast regi forester of the McKenzie River area. The Mortons resided near the Much of the terrain at McKenzie River most of the years since 1900. areas are suitable for par] The densely forested, pie-shaped area extends some distance north mile apart, being the west of the river onto the hillsides. The river forms the hypotenuse of the the southeast one-quarter triangle and gives the park about one-fourth mile of river frontage. A narrow canyon separating small island in the river, included in the park land, is accessible only highway and the stream. at low water periods. A spring, located high upon the hillside in the Humbug Mountain Stal northwest portion of the park land, forms a beautiful waterfall for the approximately one-half of enjoyment of park patrons before the water ripples on down the hillside, steep bluffs, such as the beneath the highway and into the McKenzie River. southwest corner of the pai Tree coverage consists of fir, maple and alder with underbrush of The park was named f various indigenous shrubs. prominent landmark in the The picnic area is located along the bank between the river and the Nine permits were iss road. Improvements are the usual picnic facilities, an appropriate sign logging road crossings. Ar [ 140 ] 2. Its historical interests and showing the name of the park and a car parking area made possible by on the land prompted the widening the road. Day use during 1963 totaled 7,960 visitors. )assed through the property. needs of the men and their Hug Point State Park ound metal tank was placed Hug Point State Park is a strip of land 80 feet wide, lying between the thirsty draft and riding Highway 101 and the ocean beach in the southern portion of the commu- itury before the automobiles nity of Cannon Beach in Clatsop County. es. The 1.30-acre park was at one time a right of way strip on which vnership of the land and his Clatsop County constructed a road that cars might drive on and off the se the area and the spring, fine beach south of a projecting rock, or point, known as Hug Point, recommended that the area around which point cars could pass only at low tides. The beach )n approved. entrance ramp became difficult to repair and the use ceased. The tful surroundings, including County then donated the strip of land to the state as a park after ral green banks, has been a grading and base surfacing the entire width of the property from the family affairs. highway to near the bluff at the shore. It was accepted by the Commis- sion by deed dated October 21, 1957. d, car parking area, guard Acceptance of this gift of land was to fulfill a need for a park in the nitary facilities, tables and area and to permit many people access to the small but very beautiful beach which otherwise would become a private beach for the local land- irs. There are no provisions owners. The number of visitors, totaling 81,508 in 1963, affirm the need for a 27. 1927, for use of 1.0 c.f.s. park in this vicinity. The full width of the property is used for car parking. Picnic facilities were placed at the end near the beach for summertime use. They consist of pit latrines, tables and benches. There is no water. is located on both sides of L Finn Rock, approximately Humbug Mountain State Park Humbug Mountain State Park is located on both sides of U. S. High- *m Mrs. Winifred K. Morton way 101, approximately six miles south of the city of Port Orford in years-1955, 1956 and 1957. Curry County. It is also bisected by Brush Creek. 1ding that it would be per- The first area obtained for this rugged, 1,820.74-acre park was 30.6 tural state for the use and acres in 1926 from Carl White at a cost of $1,500. Eleven other pur- s were to be made and no chases were made, the last one being 146 acres from the Oregon State ush to improve the appear- Game Commission in 1950 at a price of $11,000. The park also includes nall picnic area. An appro- 290 acres obtained from the General Land Office in 1931 at a cost of the area was to be erected $1,450. The land is covered with a good growth of moderately young fir area be named Howard J. timber, some low-growing brush and other species of ground cover her husband, a long-time indigenous to the coast region. Mortons resided near the Much of the terrain at this park is steep. Two moderately level areas are suitable for park use. They are located approximately one Ktends some distance north mile apart, being the west mile of the floor of Brush Creek Canyon and )rms the hypotenuse of the the southeast one-quarter mile of park land. The floor of the long, -i mile of river frontage. A narrow canyon separating these two areas is barely adequate for the ark land, is accessible only highway and the stream. lh upon the hillside in the Humbug Mountain State Park has nearly four miles of shore line, beautiful waterfall for the approximately one-half of which is not accessible because of the high, ipples on down the hillside, steep bluffs, such as the westerly side of Humbug Mountain at the River. southwest corner of the park. alder with underbrush of The park was named for the 1,748-foot high Humbug Mountain, a prominent landmark in the community. between the river and the Nine permits were issued between the years 1928 and 1952 for 2ilities, an appropriate sign logging road crossings. Annual permits were issued between 1939 and [ 141 ] 1952 for grazing 50 and 100 head of sheep, primarily for the purpose of Improvements consist of eliminating a fire hazard. by the widening of the roai The burning of slashings on logged-off, privately owned property facilities. adjoining the park land spread out of control in 1950. The fire entered Day use in 1962 was 1.23 causing some loss of timber on the the park at the southeast corner, Illinois River State Park south and east slopes of Humbug Mountain. It destroyed most of the new growth and all of the brush in the burn area. Illinois River State Parl A sale of down and dead timber in 1957 netted $440. Another fire at the confluence of East an( in 1959 destroyed all of the timber in the northern part of the park. one-half mile south of the Salvage timber was advertised and sold for a sum of $39,900. Two parcels of land we A food concession contract, consisting of the sale of dairy products, acre tract with a small hom etc., to park patrons, was awarded to J. B. Kosta in 1958. It was later was a 97-acre tract througi transferred to H. Knapp who operated it during the 1959 and 1960 River. A 20-year lease w summer seasons. It was given up at the close of the 1960 season as an Management on May 15, 19( unprofitable venture. land on the north. The leas Development of the park was started by the Civilian Conservation The East Fork of the river Corps in 1934 by constructing park buildings, roads and a trail to the top Fork near the northwest co of Humbug Mountain, building tables, benches and fireplaces, and pro- The total park area is 178 a viding water for the park. These were enlarged by the Parks Division. Acquisition of the area In 1952 an overnight camp was constructed with all facilities for an Redwood Highway. The pa up-to-date camp. It became very popular, requiring extensions from it is located. McArthur in C year to year. and in so doing it was necessary to utilize the day use area named for three miners wh( for sufficient space. The day use area was then moved one mile to the and discovered gold on the southeast where a very delightful and interesting area was provided. The terrain is quite lev The overnight camp provides a total of 93 units, 30 trailer sites and 63 two streams rising above th tent spaces. Fork of the river is bare,. The park use in 1963 amounted to 26,861 overnight stays and 54,848 fishing. day visitors. The park in general is and other indigenous trees. Permits as follows affect Humbug Mountain State Park: Developments include a Number Date Name Expiration voir, car parking area 120 3401 6-27-50 Bonneville Power Adm.-power power line extension and c] line Indefinite proven to be a popular spoi 3413 8- 8-50 Coos-Curry Elec. Co-op--power Day visitors during 196. line have not been provided. 4129 4-29-53 Coos-Curry Elec. Co-op--power Jackson F. Kimball State P line Jackson F. Kimball Sta 5385 9-25-58 West Coast Tel. Co.-telephone Highway 232, a short di, line Klamath County. It cont, 6301 5- 7-63 West Coast Tel. Co.-telephone beautiful Wood River, n line coloration. The 19-acre, fir and pi Hutchinson Wayside 1955 by the State Board of Hutchinscn Wayside is located on Highway 225, approximately 10 Jackson F. Kimball Park, timber man who advocate( miles southeast of the town of Elkton in Douglas County. It includes all of the land between the highway and the Umpqua River for a distance ment. The Highway Comi of one-half mile. Board of Forestry and adoy for the area. The 6-acre tract of native myrtle, ash, etc., was a gift in 1946 through An exchange of land w the generosity of J. Ross Hutchinson and his wife, Ida May Hutchinson. The land is relatively low and subject to floods during periods of 1963 for road purposes. 'I acre in exchange for 1.09 as high water. All facilities are removed during the winter months. the close of 1963. Naming this delightful picnic area Hutchinson Wayside was to honor acres at Improvements in the pZ the donor, a Douglas County Commissioner at the time. [ 142 1 primarily for the purpose of Improvements consist of a car parking area which was made possible by the widening of the road, water supply, tables, stoves and sanitary privately owned property facilities. ol in 1950. The fire entered Day use in 1962 was 1,233 visitors. No count was made in 1963. some loss of timber on the rI. It destroyed most of the Illinois River State Park i area. Illinois River State Park is located west of Redwood Highway 199, 7 netted $440. Another fire at the confluence of East and West Forks of Illinois River, approximately northern part of the park. one-half mile south of the city of Cave Junction in Josephine County. a sum of $39,900. Two parcels of land were purchased in 1961. The first was a one- the sale of dairy products, acre tract with a small home. The house was later removed. The other Kosta in 1958. It was later was a 97-acre tract through which flows the West Fork of the Illinois during the 1959 and 1960 River. A 20-year lease was entered into with the Bureau of Land se of the 1960 season as an Management on May 15, 1962, covering 80 acres adjoining the purchased land on the north. The lease is at the rate of 25 cents per acre per year. y the Civilian Conservation The East Fork of the river flows across this tract and joins the West I roads and a trail to the top Fork near the northwest corner of the park, forming the Illinois River. ies and fireplaces, and pro- The total park area is 178 acres. rged by the Parks Division. Acquisition of the area was to establish a usable park along the led with all facilities for an Redwood Highway. The park was named for the Illinois River on which requiring extensions from it is located. McArthur in Oregon Georgraphlc Names says the river was y to utilize the day use area named for three miners who emigrated from the State of Illinois in 1847 ,hen moved one mile to the and discovered gold on the river. resting area was provided. The terrain is quite level with somewhat higher land between the nits, 30 trailer sites and 63 two streams rising above the winter flood level. The land near the East Fork of the river is bare, providing a suitable area for swimming and overnight stays and 54,848 fishing. The park in general is covered with a sparse stand of pine, fir, oak in State Park: and other indigenous trees. There is very little undergrowth. Developments include an entrance road, Expzratzon water system with a reservoir, car parking area 120 x 400 feet, m.-power sanitary facilities, tables, stoves, power lne extension and clearing. The swimming area on the river Indefinite has proven to be a popular spot. )p -power Day visitors during 1963 totaled 27,096. Overnight camping facilities have not been provided. )p.-power Jackson F. Kimball State Park Jackson -telephone F. Kimball State Park is located on a section of Secondary Highway 232, a short distance north of Fort Klamath Junction in Klamath County. It contains a large spring, the headwaters of the -telephone beautiful Wood River, noted for its transparency and deep blue coloration. The 19-acre, fir and pine timbered tract was a gift to the state in 1955 by the State Board of Forestry. It was known at that time as the ray 225, approximately 10 Jackson F. Kimball Park, named to honor a well-known, early-day Jlas County. It includes all timber man who advocated better practices for good forestry manage- apqua River for a distance ment. The Highway Commission accepted the recommendation of the Board of Forestry and adopted the name, Jackson F. Kimball State Park was a gift in 1946 through for the area. wife, Ida May Hutchinson. An exchange of land with the State Board of Forestry was made in floods during periods of 1963 for road purposes. The Board of Forestry was given 0.65 of an the winter months. acre in exchange for 1.09 acres. This increased the park acreage to 19.44 son Wayside was to honor acres at the close of 1963. t the time. Improvements in the park are a car parking area, entrance road and [ 143 ] such basic facilities as tables, stoves and sanitary facilities. There are huckleberry and rhododend six tent sites in the overnight camp area. and shallow sections of tl Attendance during 1962 totaled 10,989 day visitors. No count was slightly rolling with ridges made of the day visitors in 1963. Overnight stays in 1963 totaled 1,321. various size fingers of the feet and of Woahink Lake is Jennie B. Harris Wayside An overnight camp witF Jennie B. Harris Wayside is located on State Highway 26, a short in a timbered draw extend distance east of McKenzie Bridge in Lane County. the popularity of the area i The small, 4-acre tract was a gift in 1944 from Judge Lawrence T. overnight stays during tha Harris of Eugene as a memorial to his wife, Jennie B. Harris, with a tables, three electric stove E request that the area bear her name. large bathhouse and a float The wayside extends from the highway north to the banks of the was installed in 1954 to cc McKenzie River. It has a 333-foot frontage on both the highway and duty. Boat ramps were con: the river. This wayside is a beautifully timbered area and a delightful Charges for use and coy place to rest, fish and picnic. in 1940 with a fee of 10 cen Developments are an entrance road, trails, picnic tables and stoves. 15 cents for each adult. I] A bronze plaque was installed at the entrance with the following 20 cents, and again in 1953 i information: tickets were issued beginnir JENNIE B. HARRIS The high, stout fence c STATE PARK building to points on the 1 -0-- swimming beach was to con THIS AREA WAS GIVEN guests which could cause 1K tered by local people and c TO THE STATE OF OREGON believed such action to be n FOR PARK PURPOSES raised by local residents ay by the swimming problem and LAWRENCE T. HARRIS mission then ordered that s IN MEMORY OF HIS WIFE where such use was being I their own risk. At Honeys 0- control was to continue as ii FEBRUARY 1, 1944 The Civilian Conservatib Day use in 1962 totaled 1,821 visitors. No count was made in 1963. in the 1930's. The Corps cc modating 10,016 people in 1! Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park line trails, water system, fo Jessie M. Honeyman Memorial State Park is located on U. S. High- roads and car parking area: way 101, approximately two miles south of the city of Florence in Lane 101 and Canary road witl County. It lies on both sides of the coast highway and on the shores of entrance road. The Corps a Woahink and Cleawox Lakes. The Canary county road, leading from the outlet of Woahink Lake the Coast Highway to the community of Canary, passes through the park Mrs. James Ford, owners o north of Woahink Lake. June 1, 1941. Acquisition of the area was to preserve the unusual shores of the two The Three Rivers Girl lakes for the enjoyment of the public and to provide an interesting owned by the U. S. Forest playground for the traveler and the local people. Entrance to the camp is vi; The park was named to honor Jessie M. Honeyman in recognition of Cleawox Lake. The Girl Sci her work and leadership throughout the state relative to highway use a small part of the pa beautification and the need for parks and rest areas along Oregon's permit was renewed for anc highways. There were many comp The first area obtained was a 163-acre tract in 1930, purchased from trailer courts and older mo Rena Robinson at a price of $5,000. Three other purchases make up the the park were competing 522.39-acre park. The last purchase was in 1936. In order to clear an study being made in which uncertain land description, a deed was issued, without the transfer of such facilities in the vicini land, to T. J. Flippin in 1957. turned away from Honeym The entire park area is covered with a heavy growth of fir, spruce The highway entrance t and hemlock trees and a thick undergrowth of salal, thimbleberry, for safety purposes. [ 144 ] initary facilities. There are huckleberry and rhododendrons. Water lilies grow in the smaller lakes and shallow sections of the larger bodies of water. The terrain is day visitors. No count was slightly rolling with ridges forming the higher land between the many, stays in 1963 totaled 1,321. various size fingers of the lakes. The elevation of Cleawox Lake is 72 feet and of Woahink Lake is 36 feet. An overnight camp with 242 tent sites and 61 trailer sites is located State Highway 26, a short in a timbered draw extending south from Cleawox Lake. Evidence of runty. the popularity of the area is the 1962 record showing a total of 101,865 44 from Judge Lawrence T. overnight stays during that year. The day use area contains several e, Jennie B. Harris, with a tables, three electric stove shelters, interesting lakeside trails, playfield, large bathhouse and a float to which a springboard is attached. A fence north to the banks of the was installed in 1954 to control visitors when the lifeguard is not on e on both the highway and duty. Boat ramps were constructed on both of the lakes. bered area and a delightful Charges for use and control of swimming facilities were instigated in 1940 with a fee of 10 cents for each person under 14 years of age and is, picnic tables and stoves. 15 cents for each adult. In 1946 the fee was raised to 10 cents and itrance with the following 20 cents, and again in 1953 it was raised to 20 cents and 40 cents. Season tickets were issued beginning in 1954 at $4 and $6 per year. 'IS The high, stout fence constructed on both sides of the bathhouse building to points on the lake shore approximately 100 feet from the swimming beach was to control night swimmers and unauthorized beach IVEN guests which could cause legal problems. Many objections were registered by local people and city officials of Florence but the Commission REGON believed such action to be necessary. As a result of the many objections SES raised by local residents and others, the Commission made a study of the swimming problem and what was being done elsewhere. The Com- mission then ordered that signs be placed at all places within the parks where such use was being made warning people that swimming was at their own risk. At Honeyman Park, where a lifeguard was provided, control was to continue as in the past. The Civilian Conservation Corps did considerable work in the park To count was made in 1963. in the 1930's. The Corps constructed a large, stone bathhouse (accom- modating 10,016 people in 1958), day use area with stove shelters, shoreline trails, water system, foreman's cottage, swimming beach and float, k is located on U. S. High- roads and car parking areas. They also planted shrubs along Highway 'he city of Florence in Lane 101 and Canary road within the park boundaries and widened the ghway and on the shores of entrance road. The Corps also constructed a water level control dam at county road, leading from the outlet of Woahink Lake after an agreement was made with Mr. and iry, passes through the park Mrs. James Ford, owners of the lake shore. The CCC camp closed on June 1, 1941. e unusual shores of the two The Three Rivers Girl Scout Council constructed a camp on land to provide an interesting owned by the U. S. Forest Service located west of the state park land. )ple. Entrance to the camp is via the park road and then across an arm of Joneyman in recognition of Cleawox Lake. The Girl Scouts were granted a 5-year permit in 1956 to state relative to highway use a small part of the park land adjoining their development. The rest areas along Oregon's permit was renewed for another 5-year period ending June 25, 1966. There were many complaints, particularly in 1958, from owners of act in 1930, purchased from trailer courts and older motels in the vicinity that overnight camps in ,her purchases make up the the park were competing with their businesses. This resulted in a 1936. In order to clear an study being made in which it was found that there was a shortage of ed, without the transfer of such facilities in the vicinity. A count showed that 196 trailers were turned away from Honeyman park during the month of August, 1958. ieavy growth of fir, spruce The highway entrance to Honeyman park was channelized in 1962 rth of salal, thimbleberry, for safety purposes. 145 ] After the Columbus Day storm on October 12, 1962, a sale was Establishment of this l ordered of the blown-down timber. two parcels of land. One v& Use in 1963 totaled 822,176 day visitors and 108,756 overnight stays. other was 107 acres from Permits and agreements as follows affect this park: tional acreage has been pui Number Date Name Term of 1963 a total of 284.48 aci 2055 6-20-57 Central Lincoln PUD-Elec. service The terrain is general several gulches. Preservati 2186 2-23-60 Pacific Tel. & Tel. Co-phone lines Indefinite trees of the less valuable v MP 383 11-26-54 Three Rivers Girl Scouts-Boat lands. There is no desirabl house 11-26-64 therefore, no active use of 1753 6-25-56 Three Rivers Girl Scouts-Use of Naming of this area wE land 6-25-66 who gave generously of hih Permit 4-15-36 James W. Ford, Jr.-Check dam on who deserves considerable outlets to Woahink resulted in the developme 5377 11-13-37 J. W. & E. C. Ford-Easement for Portland. He also served a water regulator Revocable November, 1920 to March, 2055 6- 1-61 Central Lincoln PUD-Service to The picturesque falls o overnight camp Indefinite property, is the principal a viewpoints have been provi Joaquin Miller Forest Wayside As a result of a resoluti Joaquin Miller Forest Wayside is located on Highway 101, south of parcel of land now at Bonn the Siuslaw River bridge, adjoining the southern edge of the community named to honor John B. X of Glenada in Lane County. in 1933-34, the area was The first land acquired for this wayside was 108.16 acres, a gift Commission then transferr from Lane County in 1935. Another gift from the county was 0.84 of quarter mile westerly, whi an acre in 1959. The state purchased 4.55 acres from the county in 1936 State Park. at a cost of $100. In order that the county might construct a road along No count of visitors was the southerly edge and across the southwest corner of the park the John Day River State Park state deeded 1.80 acres to the county on March 6, 1959. The total acreage in the wayside at the close of 1963 was 111.75 acres. The proposed John Day This wayside was named to honor Joaquin Miller, a pioneer poet. of Interstate Highway 80 who owned the land from 1906 to 1916 and who has been referred to in Columbia Rivers, 23 miles newspaper articles as the picturesque "Poet of the Sierras." County line. The terrain is moderately level to rolling and is partially timbered. Inasmuch as access is co The trees suffered much damage from winter winds in 1943 and acain construction costs, discussi on October 12, 1962. Arrangements were made after each storm to authorities, beginning in salvage the logs. The remaining timber consists principally of hemlock project and participation in and spruce with the usual heavy undergrowth of salal, thimbleberry. A recreational study, < huckleberry, etc., so prevalent along this section of the coast. Engineers, was made in 19 of nine areas between No active use has been made of the area. mile which will be affected by I The following permits affect this area: study of the John Day are; Number Date Name Expiration This study pointed out ti 1308 9-24-51 A. E. Hendrickson-road to private objectionable features to be land Indefinite access. In March, 1959, the U John B. Yeon State Park could develop the east side and access had been set up f John B. Yeon State Park is located on both sides of the upper Bureau of Public Roads wa Columbia River Highway. approximately 37 miles east of Portland in pletion of the dam indicat( Multnomah County. Its location is further described as beginning at a earlier than 1969. point near the community of Warrendale and extending eastward There have been many approximately two miles to Tanner Creek near the Bonneville Power ferences with federal authc Project. the State Parks and RecreE [ 146 ] tober 12, 1962, a sale was Establishment of this park was begun in 1935 by the purchase of two parcels of land. One was an 8-acre tract from Eric Enquist and the and 108,756 overnight stays. other was 107 acres from Crown Willamette Paper Company. Addi- this park: tional acreage has been purchased through the years and as of the close of 1963 a total of 284.48 acres comprises this park. Termn The terrain is generally steep and heavily timbered but cut by I-Elec. service several gulches. Preservation of the good stand of maple, fir and other )-phone lines Indefinite trees of the less valuable varieties is the reason for acquisition of these Scouts-Boat lands. There is no desirable area of suitable size for park development, 11-26-64 therefore, no active use of the park has been made. ;kouts-Use of Naming of this area was to honor John B. Yeon, a Portland citizen 6-25-66 who gave generously of his energy, his experience and his wealth, and -Check dam on who deserves considerable credit for the forward-looking program which resulted in the development of the Columbia River Highway east of -Easement for Portland. He also served as Oregon State Highway Commissioner from Revocable November, 1920 to March, 1923. D-Service to The picturesque falls on McCord Creek, which passes through the Indefinite property, is the principal attraction. Trails to the falls and other scenic viewpoints have been provided. As a result of a resolution passed by the 1929 Oregon Legislature, a i on Highway 101, south of parcel of land now at Bonneville Dam, the Waldo Alcorn property, was hern edge of the community named to honor John B. Yeon. When the dam was being constructed in 1933-34, the area was needed by the government. The Highway ie was 108.16 acres, a gift Commission then transferred the name to an area approximately one- mom the county was 0.84 of quarter mile westerly, which area is now known as the John B. Yeon res from the county in 1936 State Park. night construct a road along No count of visitors was made in 1963. est corner of the park the John Day River State Park rh 6, 1959. The total acreage State Park is located on the south side 75 acres. The proposed John Day River of Interstate Highway 80N, near the confluence of John Day and luin Miller, a pioneer poet. who has been referred to in Columbia Rivers, 23 miles west of Arlington at the Gilliam-Sherman of the Sierras." County line. Inasmuch as access is controlled by reason of federal participation in g and is partially timbered. construction costs, discussions were had with the interstate highway er winds in 1943 and again authorities, beginning in about 1957, as to the possibilities of the made after each storm to project and participation in it. sists principally of hemlock A recreational study, a joint accomplishment with the Corps of bwth of salal, thimbleberry. Engineers, was made in 1958 relating to the development possibilities rtion of the coast. of nine areas between mile post 111 and the town of Boardman, all of which will be affected by the John Day Dam. Later, a comprehensive study of the John Day area was made by the Parks Planning Section. Expirati on This study pointed out the possibilities of establishing a park, the )ad to private objectionable features to be considered, the construction possibilities and Indefinite access. In March, 1959, the U. S. Army Corps of Engineers, advised it could develop the east side, on which a figure for cost of construction and access had been set up for the project. The participation by the U. S. n both sides of the upper Bureau of Public Roads was being determined. The schedule for com- 7 miles east of Portland in pletion of the dam indicates the park cannot be ready for public use described as beginning at a earlier than 1969. e and extending eastward There have been many discussions from time to time, such as con- near the Bonneville Power ferences with federal authorities and Army Engineers and hearings by the State Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee with local people [ 147 ] M

and civic groups. Such meetings have continued when controversial The wayside comprises points arose or some action seemed to be necessary. 1951 in connection with c No construction on the park project had been made at the close of One tract of 22.57 acres wa 1963. large rock, approximately Juniper Waysides road material was taken f Protection and preservation of the age-old juniper trees along An enjoyable beach area ( Central Oregon highways was desirable for the benefit of ourselves and distances, depending on th our visitors in future years. are excess right of way lh This preservation was accomplished by an agreement in 1942 between the Koberg tract and contX the United States Grazing Service, then a division of the Department of acres located at the west e( the Interior, and the State Highway Commission for the protection of obtained on a strip of land 2,760 acres of juniper waysides, or approximately eleven miles of the railroad right of way to timberland along three Central Oregon highways. and a pipe line to furnish v This agreement was the Grazing Service was continued until 1949, This wayside area wa when it was changed to a Joint Statement of Policy signed by the develop a swimming beacd Regional Administrator of the Bureau of Land Management and the rest area for the weary tra State Highway Commission. state so that no objectionat The joint statement of policy sets forth several things each party is Realignment of the hig to do to preserve these strips from sale, fire, cutting, disease, insect the old highway blocked al pests, etc., and the elimination of commercial advertising, waste or abandoned to the county, E offensive material of any kind and all encroachments tending to defeat section of the road was giv the purpose of the policy. The recreational area The joint policy is effective until canceled by either party. family who developed the Federally-owned strips of land covered by the joint statement of swimming and other sports policy are along the following highways: One-fourth mile in depth on hall to furnish entertainm each side of the Oregon State Highway between Bend and Horse Ridge, surrounding country. Thi the McKenzie Highway between Sisters and Redmond and the Ochoco Beach, therefore the state Highway between Redmond and Prineville. removed in 1954. Klamath Falls-Lakeview Forest Wayside It was not until 1962 Klamath Falls-Lakeview Forest Wayside is located on both sides of sanitary facilities were cons Klamath Falls-Lakeview Highway, 23 miles east of Klamath Falls in Attendance in 1963 tota Klamath County. Permits as follows affec The entire 80-acre wayside was obtained from the Bureau of Land Number Date Management by patent issued on April 14, 1958. The land was first leased from the BLM in 1932 at a cost of $10 per year. The lease 33687 7-11-61 App expired in 1952 with no possibility of having it renewed. However, in 2444 10-21-61 Pac 1956, the Bureau of Land Management needed two city lots owned by fa the state and located in the city of Lakeview. The Bureau proposed an exchange of lands. After due consideration it was determined that the Lake Owyhee State Park lands were of equal value and an exchange of titles was completed in Lake Owyhee State Par 1958. mately 33 miles southwest The land acquired by the state is a part of a proposed forest wayside shores of the lake formed b to extend over Quartz Mountain and was desired in order to preserve near the eastern border of the stand of old, yellow or ponderosa pine trees. The location of the used for irrigation purposes land suggested the name adopted for the area. a mile wide at any point. The terrain is rolling and cut by various small draws. The cover is The park land, a total a moderate growth of ponderosa pine trees in fine condition. agreement with the U. S. No active use has been made of the area. April 28, 1958, and runs for The terrain is rough, st Koberg Beach Wayside two places where the slope Koberg Beach Wayside is located on Interstate Highway 80N and of park facilities. One ares includes a basaltic promontory on the south side of the Columbia River point jutting into the lake s about two miles east of Hood River in Hood River County. The park was named for [ 148 ] ued when controversial The wayside comprises three areas totaling 87.55 acres purchased in iry. 1951 in connection with construction of the Columbia River Highway. en made at the close of One tract of 22.57 acres was obtained from the Koberg family. On it is a large rock, approximately 100 feet high, from which a great quantity of road material was taken for use in constructing the adjoining freeway. id juniper trees along An enjoyable beach area extends from this point downstream various benefit of ourselves and distances, depending on the height of the water. The other two areas are excess right of way land. One is approximately one mile east of reement in 1942 between the Koberg tract and contains 54.58 acres and the other contains 10.40 on of the Department of acres located at the west edge of the town of Mosier. An easement was on for the protection of obtained on a strip of land 30 feet wide from a point 1,122 feet south of nately eleven miles of the railroad right of way to the park on which to place a water reservoir is. and a pipe line to furnish water for the park. as continued until 1949, This wayside area was acquired for three principal reasons-to f Policy signed by the develop a swimming beach on the Koberg tract, to provide a wayside d Management and the rest area for the weary traveler and to preserve the land in its present state so that no objectionable use could be made of it. 'ral things each party is Realignment of the highway between Hood River and Mosier left cutting, disease, insect the old highway blocked at Mitchell Tunnel. The old right of way was 1 advertising, waste or abandoned to the county, and by so doing, the wayside strip along this ments tending to defeat section of the road was given to the county. Deed was written in 1953. The recreational area was owned for many years by the Koberg y either party. family who developed the beach as a commercial playground with the joint statement of swimming and other sports. They constructed a large, rustic type dance fourth mile in depth on hall to furnish entertainment for the people of Hood River and the I Bend and Horse Ridge, surrounding country. This recreational area was known as Koberg Admond and the Ochoco Beach, therefore the state continued that name. The dance hall was removed in 1954. It was not until 1962 that the entrance road, parking area and located on both sides of sanitary facilities were constructed and the area made ready for full use. ist of Klamath Falls in Attendance in 1963 totaled 65,972 day visitors. Permits as follows affect this wayside: om the Bureau of Land Number Date Name Expiration 58. The land was first L0 per year. The lease 33687 7-11-61 Apple Growers Assn.-water line Perpetual renewed. However, in 2444 10-21-61 Pacific Power & Light-electric two city lots owned by facilities Dhe Bureau proposed an Lake vas determined that the Owyhee State Park titles was completed in Lake Owyhee State Park is located off U. S. Highway 26, approximately 33 miles southwest of Nyssa in Malheur County. It lies on the proposed forest wayside shores of the lake formed by construction of a dam across Owyhee River ed in order to preserve near the eastern border of Oregon. This beautiful, scenic lake, being es. The location of the used for irrigation purposes, is approximately 52 miles long and hardly a mile wide at any point. all draws. The cover is The park land, a total of 730 acres, was obtained under a lease ne condition. agreement with the U. S. Bureau of Reclamation. The lease is dated April 28, 1958, and runs for a period of 50 years. The terrain is rough, steep and covered with sagebrush. There are two places where the slope of the land is such as to allow construction ;tate Highway 80N and of park facilities. One area is at Gorden Gulch and the other is on a z of the Columbia River point jutting into the lake a short distance north of Cherry Creek. er County. The park was named for the lake on which it is located and the lake, [ 149 1 no doubt, was named for the river which forms the lake. Lewis A. Lang State Park McArthur in Oregon Geographic Names says, "there seems to be no Lang State Park consists o doubt that Owyhee River was named for two Hawaiians who were way 80N, approximately 13. killed by the Snake Indians in 1819. The name Owyhee was used a Hood River in Hood River Co century ago for Hawaii. On February 18, 1826, Peter Skene Ogden, then on his second expedition into the area, used the word Owyhee for These five tracts vary in , the river." as 67.78 acres, with a total ol was excess right of way obtai Developments include an entrance road constructed by the State, Malheur County and several individuals, at a cost to the state of Most of the land is not su $140,000. Two areas, known as Gorden Gulch and Cherry Creek, are in public ownership does pre shrubs partially developed. Car parking spaces have been provided at both in the Columbia Rivi areas, trees have been planted and boat ramps have been built. At the pressed desire of the Columbi Cherry Creek site a picnic area was seeded to grass, and picnic tables, The terrain is generally st. benches and stoves were provided. A small overnight camp with the The timber cover is fir, mar usual facilities was constructed. Gorden Gulch area is equipped with plants. picnic facilities. Water was piped to the area from a nearby spring. No active use is made of tE The State Game Commission constructed a 600-foot long, concrete boat ramp approximately one-third of a mile south of the dam on the Laurelhurst State Park east side of the reservoir. Two boats can be launched at the same time Laurelhurst State Park i and it permits access to the water even under extensive drawdown Highway 62, approximately 3' conditions. Jackson County. A bronze plaque was installed at the Cherry Creek area honoring The great Rogue River cul the late V. W. McCormack one of the first members of the State Parks located on the north bank of and Recreation Advisory Committee appointed in 1957. Lake Owyhee approximately 15 feet above t State Park was one of Mr. McCormack's principal interests. via Laurelhurst county road f A private development located immediately south of Cherry Creek Laurelhurst Park has a b includes an excellent motel, restaurant facilities and boat rentals. of the river and extending ur The park development at Lake Owyhee is the result of insistent, long hillsides past the highway. TI drawnout discussions, beginning in 1946, with members of the County through the park that fishing Courts and the Portland, Ontario, Nyssa and Vale Chambers of Com- enjoy the beautiful views of t] merce. It is located on the shores of a long, narrow lake which displays on its journey toward the ocea an ever-changing picture. Many unusual, picturesque and colorful side The canyons, each one seeming to be more beautiful than the last, dot the first acquisition for t] Roy B. Vaughn on November shoreline. The entire Owyhee Gorge with its honeycomb formations, parcels have been massive cliffs, towering pinnacles and sharp, pointed spires of many purchased, 316.88 acres in the park. brilliant colors and varying hues is a great joy to the visitor. Its scenery is more vast and quite different from that in other Oregon parks. The Highway Commission Attendance at the park during 1963 totaled 82,864 day visitors and of a small parcel of land to 1,854 overnight stays. road running through the par] Permits as follows affect Lake Owyhee park: The park was named Lai which it can Number Date Name Expiration be reached. 1959 4-28-58 U. S. Bureau of Reclamation-use of Improvements consist of a area 4-28-2008 36 tent sites and all necessar and sanitary facilities. Lane County Wood Tract State Park Day use during 1963 total 9,924 campers. Lane County Wood Tract State Park is located midway between U. S. Highway 101 and that part of the ocean shore line known as Heceta Permits as follows affect t] Beach, approximately three miles north of the city of Florence in Lane Number Date County. The 40-acre tract was purchased from Lane County on November 17, 2126 7-20-59 Conco- 1941, ostensibly for the supply of wood growing thereon. It is a level, sandy tract on which an abundance of shore pine and rhododendrons are 491 9- 3-57 U. S. G growing. The area was deeded back to Lane County in 1963. gaugi r 150 l ch forms the lake. Lewis A. Lang State Park says, "there seems to be no Lang State Park consists of five separate areas along or two Hawaiians who were Interstate High- way 80N, approximately ie name Owyhee was used a 13.4, 13.8, 16.7, 17.7 and 18.1 miles west of Hood River in Hood 8, 1826. Peter Skene Ogden, River County. ,a, used the word Owyhee for These five tracts vary in size from as little as 1.14 acres to as much as 67.78 acres, with a total of 161.67 acres in the park. All of the land was excess right of tad constructed by the State, way obtained before building the road. s, at a cost to the state of Most of the land is not suitable for park development. Retaining it Gulch and Cherry Creek, are in public ownership does preserve the lush growth of green trees and have been provided at both shrubs in the Columbia River Canyon which has long been the ex- amps have been built. At the pressed desire of the Columbia River Gorge Commission. ed to grass, and picnic tables, The terrain is generally steep, sloping upward south of the highway. iall overnight camp with the The timber cover is fir, maple, alder and other indigenous trees and Gulch area is equipped with plants. -ea from a nearby spring. No active use is made of the area. 'ted a 600-foot long, concrete mile south of the dam on the Laurelhurst State Park be launched at the same time Laurelhurst State Park is located on both sides of Crater Lake i under extensive drawdown Highway 62, approximately 37 miles northeast of the city of Medford in Jackson County. Cherry Creek area honoring The great Rogue River cuts through the park land. The use area is t members of the State Parks located on the north bank of this famous river in a meadow-like area )inted in 1957. Lake Owyhee approximately 15 feet above the stream level. Access to the use area is rincipal interests. via Laurelhurst county road from the Crater Lake Highway. iately south of Cherry Creek Laurelhurst Park has a beautiful setting along the rushing waters :ilities and boat rentals. of the river and extending up the steep slopes of the heavily timbered is the result of insistent, long hillsides past the highway. The swiftly moving stream flows so rapidly with members of the County through the park that fishing is the principal use. Many park visitors and Vale Chambers of Coin- enjoy the beautiful views of this turbulent stream as it rushes headlong g, narrow lake which displays on its journey toward the ocean. picturesque and colorful side The *autiful than the last, dot the first acquisition for the park was 23.64 acres, purchased from .h its honeycomb formations, Roy B. Vaughn on November 15, 1937, at a cost of $886.50. Four other parcels iarp, pointed spires of many have been purchased, the last being in 1961, to make up the joy to the visitor. Its scenery 316.88 acres in the park. in other Oregon parks. The Highway Commission approved on August 13, 1959, the transfer italed 82,864 day visitors and of a small parcel of land to Jackson County in order that the county road running through the park might be straightened. The park ] park: was named Laurelhurst, presumably after the road by Expiration which it can be reached. amation-use of Improvements consist of a picnic area and an overnight camp with 4-28-2008 36 tent sites and all necessary facilities, such as water, tables, stoves and sanitary facilities. Day use during 1963 totaled 34,544 visitors and overnight use was is located midway between 9,924 campers. in shore line known as Heceta Permits as follows affect this park: the city of Florence in Lane Number Date Name Expiration lane County on November 17, 2126 7-20-59 Conco Electric service By mutual rowing thereon. It is a level, agreement e pine and rhododendrons are 491 9- 3-57 U. S. Geological Survey-water re County in 1963. gauging station 8-12-82 [151] I

Lava River Caves State Park The U. S. Forest Servic Lava River Caves State Park is located on the east side of U. S. dangerous trees from the pa Highway 97, approximately 12 miles south of the city of Bend in A guide to conduct tour Deschutes County. because of the many visitor The 22.50-acre park was a gift from Shevlin-Hixon Lumber Com- An informational sign w pany in 1926 in order that the area might be preserved for the benefit riam, Jr., was placed near and enjoyment of the general public and future generations. The area about the cave and its form, contains a very unusual cave which, it is believed, was created thousands A cave-in occurred on J of years ago as the result of volcanic action. The late Ira A. Williams, a portal. Luckily, no one wE noted geologist, had the following to say: blocked off at this point pen A concession for the sale "Lava River Tunnel is the conduit through which, while the during the 1955 summer sea supply lasted, the molten stream of lava continued to flow down discontinued the business at the slope until it drained away, just where we do not know, Developments consist of though more than likely through some outlet at a lower level in line throughout the ancient canyon of the Deschutes River. the cave, gu tables, benches, sanitary fac "The ceilings and walls of the cave were marked and glazed Day visitors during 1963 by the molten stream, which lowered in intermittent stages. ties have not been provided. Eventually the supply was exhausted and portions of the lava stream hardened against the cave walls, solidified in pools in the Lewis and Clark State Park channel bed and in places covered the bed with the ragged remnants of the flow. Lewis and Clark State P 'Volcanic sand, which exists in various depths on the floor of at the east edge of the comi the tunnel and finally chokes the bore completely, may have been It is bisected by the Union F raised by earthquake tremors through crevices from beds known of way of Interstate Highwa to exist below the lava or it may have filtered in through cracks The first land obtained from above. Quite smooth in some instances, the sand surface acre from Multnomah Coun changes in other locations to one of varied relief (Sand Gardens) was received from S. H. and caused by the eroding action of water dripping from the ceiling purchases, three of which to during the wetter seasons of the year. Board and the remainder wa the "The tunnel opening was produced by the collapse of a portion costs proportioned. Preservation of the roof, possibly as the result of an earthquake. Lava River of a populz the interesting Tunnel extends in two directions from this opening, the main picnic and tunnel extending northwestward on a gradual slope toward the land. Deschutes River and the other in an easterly direction. The east The area was named in h section is closed. The tunnel is from twenty to thirty-five feet in mouth of the Sandy River width and about the same in height. Throughout the year the Lewis and Clark, camped or temperature inside the cave remains about 40 degrees F. and examining the Sandy River. freezing seldom occurs beyond the 1,200 foot mark." According to Oregon Geogrc shortened about 1850 to Sanc A good stand of old ponderosa pine trees covers the land. Therc is named Barings River by Lt. the usual undergrowth indigenous to the region. on October 30, 1792. Judge Robert A. Sawyer, a former highway commissioner, was The area is generally oj particularly interested in the Lava River Caves area. Through his river, on the steep banks ab urging the Bend Commercial Club built concrete steps and walks at the tracks. area. A rustic-type log building was constructed in 1927 by state forces During the spawning sez at a cost of $840. It is located near the cave and has a cistern to hold park is overrun with visitors. water. No water is available in the area and it must be hauled from the short period when the sn some distance away. Sandy on their way to spaw Lanterns were rented at 5 cents each to aid visitors in seeing inside this area to net a fair supp the cave. At first these receipts were a part of the compensation paid to end of long poles are used seasonal employees. Buckets, kettles and such art An effort was made to extend the mile-long cave to determine its the run of fish is heavy. use feasibility. No additional openings or points of interest were found Improvements at the par so the project was adandoned. the east side of Sandy Riv [ 152 The U. S. Forest Service removed approximately 50 diseased and ted on the east side of U. S. dangerous trees from the park in 1948. A guide )uth of the city of Bend in to conduct tours into the cave was first employed in 1951 because of the many visitors and the hazards involved. Shevlin-Hixon Lumber Corn- An informational sign with wording prepared by Lawrence C. Mer- riam, Jr., was placed near the opening to t be preserved for the benefit the cave to inform visitors future generations. The area about the cave and its formation. elieved, was created thousands A cave-in occurred on June 14, 1952, at a point 560 feet from the n. The late Ira A. Williams, a portal. Luckily, no one was in the cave at the time. The cave was blocked off at this point pending further possible damage. A concession for the sale of novelties, gum, candy, etc., was permitted through which, while the during the 1955 summer season. It was not successful and the operator va continued to flow down discontinued the business at the close of the season. where we do not know, Developments consist of trails, steps at the cave entrance and guide outlet at a lower level in line throughout the cave, guard fences around the entrance, etc., roads, iver. tables, benches, sanitary facilities and a log cabin for park use. e were marked and glazed Day visitors during 1963 totaled 48,024. Overnight camping facili- ed in intermittent stages. ties have not been provided. and portions of the lava s, solidified in pools in the Lewis and Clark State Park bed with the ragged rem- Lewis and Clark State Park is located on both sides of Sandy River at the east *ious depths on the floor of edge of the community of Troutdale in Multnomah County. completely, may have been It is bisected by the Union Pacific Railroad tracks and adjoins the right crevices from beds known of way of Interstate Highway 80N. The first filtered in through cracks land obtained for this 56.03-acre park was a gift of one nstances, the sand surface acre from Multnomah County in 1936. Another gift of 0.4 of an acre ried relief (Sand Gardens) was received from S. H. and Ellen B. Martin in 1961. There were seven * dripping from the ceiling purchases, three of which totaling 3.94 acres were from the State Land Board and the remainder was excess right of way land acquisitions with the costs proportioned. by the collapse of a portion Preservation of a popular smelt fishing site of long-time use and n earthquake. Lava River the interesting picnic and camping area prompted acquisition of this m this opening, the main gradual slope toward the land. The area was named in honor of the asterly direction. The east long-used camping place at the Yenty to thirty-five feet in mouth of the Sandy River where the early 19th Century Explorers, Throughout the year the Lewis and Clark, camped on November 3, 1805, for several days while about 40 degrees F. and examining the Sandy River. They called the stream Quicksand River. )0 foot mark." According to Oregon Geographic Names, it appears that the name was shortened about 1850 to Sandy River. The river, however, was originally ees covers the land. There is named Barings River by Lt. W. R. Broughton of Vancouver's Expedition 'egion . on October 30, 1792. highway commissioner, was The area is generally open ground. Native trees grow along the er Caves area. Through his river, on the steep banks above the use area and south of the railroad )ncrete steps and walks at the tracks. tructed in 1927 by state forces During the spawning season of the tiny smelt in early spring, the 'ave and has a cistern to hold park is overrun with visitors. This, however, is of short duration. During and it must be hauled from the short period when the smelt leave the Columbia River and enter the Sandy on their way to spawning grounds, thousands of people flock to to aid visitors in seeing inside this area to net a fair supply of these tiny fish. Nets fastened to the rt of the compensation paid to end of long poles are used to dip the finny denizens from the water. Buckets, kettles and such articles are sometimes used successfully when le-long cave to determine its the run of fish is heavy. points of interest were found Improvements at the park include a road through the use area on the east side of Sandy River, car parking space, tables, stoves and [ 153 1 sanitary facilities. Many trees were planted in the area and a small 1943. Four additional tracts overnight camp to accommodate 13 tents was facilitated. 4.71 acres from Ruby Wells Day visitors during 1963 totaled 233,454. Overnight camping was three, containing a total of provided in 1961 and the total campers during 1963 was 5,540. from the Right of Way Div acres at the close of 1963. Permits as follows affect this park: Preservation of the aestl Number Date Name Expiration River Gorge prompted acqu: RR 378 8-3-51 Union Pacific RR Co.-Road under The Highway Commissio bridge Indefinite ary, 1940, the flowage rights covered by backwater from Lincoln County Ocean Wayside The park was named for Lincoln County Ocean Wayside is located on the east side of U. S. bia River at the park. Mce Highway 101, a short distance south of the city of Waldport in Lincoln been named for one John L County. Lindsey was at one time a f The 41.04 acres of land in this wayside was purchased on October 22, Improvements consist ol 1938. It is that portion of the old, abandoned Spruce Production Railway stoves, benches, water and s right of way from a point approximately one-half mile south of Wald- ties have not been provided. port to Big Creek, a distance of about four miles. The right of way Attendance during 1962 varies in width from 60 to 130 feet. made in 1963. Acquisition of this right of way was part of an original plan to Loeb State Park acquire all of the land on the west side of the highway within the Loeb State Park is loca boundaries of this section of road, which together with the long stretch both sides of the county rc of fine, sandy beach suggested a park to be named Lincoln County the city of Brookings in Cur Ocean Wayside. Exorbitant prices for the lands in this area prevented The first land acquired f fulfillment of the original plan. However, two tracts of land between State Board of Forestry on the highway and the ocean were acquired. One is now known as containing a good stand of Governor Patterson Memorial Park and the other as Beachside Park. Bureau of Land Managemei If it becomes necessary at some time in the future, the railway right 1962, at a cost of $2.50 per ( of way can be used for widening the highway. authorities for recreational The terrain is generally level to rolling. Shore pine, salal and other similar trees and shrubs cover the area. trees are probably the mom No active use is made of the land. United States. An additional 40-acre t Permits as follows affect this wayside: Elmer Bankus at a cost of $ Number Date Name Expiration of Section 13, Township 2008 7-21-51 G. F. Webb-road appr. to pvt. prop. Indefinite Meridian. This acquisition 9273 3-12-59 W. R. Smalley-road appr. to pvt. prop. ,, the close of 1963. 11056 2- 3-61 Clyde Smith-road appr. to pvt. prop. It is the expressed inter 11437 6-29-61 Harlan C. Zeek-road appr. to pvt. prop. lying north of the original ti 790 11-27-61 Leo Cox & Chas. Fry-leveling and thus obtain for the bent 5556 6-10-59 Central Lincoln PUD-crossing is growing another fine stan 12182 5-15-62 Allen Miller-road crossing The first area was obtai of the tract lying between Lincoln County Wood Tract swimming and boating pur Entire tract returned to Lincoln County February 25, 1957. (See wood grove, particularly in South Newport for details of transaction.) The Highway Commissix costly project of rebuilding Lindsey Creek State Park a county road, and an expen The original corner marker Lindsey Creek State Park is located on the south side of Columbia several miles in each direc River Highway (Interstate 80N), 14 miles west of the city of Hood River the 1920's. in Hood River County. To overcome the Highw, The first land in this park was 19.5 acres at a cost of $6,000, trans- to acceptance of the area. C ferred to the Parks Division from the Right of Way Division. It was the park and the State Bo part of a tract purchased from Dan and Ruth Harper on November 17, corners. [ 154 ] lted in the area and a small 1943. Four additional tracts were acquired, one of which was a gift of was facilitated. 4.71 acres from Ruby Wells Mead on September 25, 1951, and the other 454. Overnight camping was three, containing a total of 110.8 acres, were transferred to the Parks ring 1963 was 5,540. from the Right of Way Division. The park contained a total of 135.01 acres at the close of 1963. Preservation of the aesthetic value of that portion of the Columbia Expirattion River Gorge prompted acquisition of the park land. to.-Road under The Highway Commission gave to the Corps of Engineers, in Febru- Indefinite ary, 1940, the flowage rights of that portion of the park which would be covered by backwater from Bonneville Dam. The park was named for Lindsey Creek which flows into the Colum- ited on the east side of U. S. bia River at the park. McArthur says the stream is reported to have e city of Waldport in Lincoln been named for one John Lindsey, who took up a claim near the creek. Lindsey was at one time a fireman on one of the river steamers. was purchased on October 22, Improvements consist of a small roadside picnic area with tables, ed Spruce Production Railway stoves, benches, water and sanitary facilities. Overnight camping facili- one-half mile south of Wald- ties have not been provided. our miles. The right of way Attendance during 1962 totaled 38,628 day visitors. No count was made in 1963. part of an original plan to Loeb State of the highway within the Park .ogether with the long stretch Loeb State Park is located on both sides of the Chetco River and o be named Lincoln County both sides of the county road, approximately nine miles northeast of i lands in this area prevented the city of Brookings in Curry County. two tracts of land between The first land acquired for this park was a gift of 160 acres from the red. One is now known as State Board of Forestry on July 11, 1958. Another tract of 120.23 acres, the other as Beachside Park. containing a good stand of redwood trees, was acquired from the U. S. v the future, the railway right Bureau of Land Management by a recreational patent on December 18, ray. 1962, at a cost of $2.50 per acre. This tract was set aside by the federal ,. Shore pine, salal and other authorities for recreational purposes in about 1908. These redwood trees are probably the most northerly grove of redwood trees in the United States. An additional 40-acre tract was purchased on April 29, 1963, from Elmer Bankus at a cost of $15,000. It is described as the SE 1/4 of NE 1/4 Expiration of Section 13, Township 40 South, Range 13 West of Willamette pr. to pvt. prop. Indefinite Meridian. This acquisition made a total of 320.23 acres in the park at appr. to pvt. prop. ,, the close of 1963. ,, ppr. to pvt. prop. It is the expressed intention to acquire, if possible, a tract of land d appr. to pvt. prop. lying north of the original tract, in order to connect the two larger areas, i-leveling and thus obtain for the benefit of the park a level, usable area on which )-crossing is growing another fine stand of redwood trees. rossing The first area was obtained because of the heavy use of that portion of the tract lying between the road and the river for camping, fishing, swimming and boating purposes, and to preserve the unusual myrtle- ity February 25, 1957. (See wood grove, particularly in the use area. The Highway Commission objected to the acquisition because of the costly project of rebuilding and oiling the eight miles of entrance road, a county road, and an expensive survey to establish the property corners. The original corner markers of this land and those within a radius a the south side of Columbia of several miles in each direction were lost during logging vest of the city of Hood River operations in the 1920's. To overcome the Highway Commission's above-mentioned 'es at a cost of $6,000, trans- objections to acceptance of the area. Curry County improved and oiled the road to Yht of Way Division. It was the park and the State Board of Forestry re-established the property uth Harper on November 17, corners. [155 Mackin Gulch Forest Waysid Because of an agreement between the State Board of Forestry and Alfred A. Loeb of Portland, the previous owner of the land, the Board Mackin Gulch Forest Wa, 30 miles of Forestry requested that the park be named Loeb State Park. The Highway 5, about Highway Commission approved. summit of the grade betwe A plaque relating to acquisition of the park by the State Board of County. Forestry was constructed between the highway and the river about one- The entire 430-acre area fourth of a mile south of the use area. County in order to preserve The park land along the river has many moderately level areas but the wayside beautification id the land away from the river or along the canyon walls is steeply sloped. The wayside is divided in It does possess a good stand of growing timber. acres and is located at the si The cover on the cut-over areas and the higher ground of the land fir trees and ground cover s first acquired is principally new growth fir; the lower elevations are the north about one-half n covered with myrtle, maple, alder, etc. The land last acquired has a covered largely with madron good cover of mature fir and redwood trees. The name for this waysi Developments at this park are the usual picnic facilities and a small which the road crosses. Th overnight camp with 15 tent sites and the necessary facilities. Rate per mining period. Numerous pi night is 75 cents. abandoned hopes of many a Attendance in 1963 totaled 21,986 day visitors and 4,951 overnight Several log-hauling perm stays. the north end. No active use is made of Lost Creek State Park Permits as follows affect Lost Creek State Park is located on U. S. Highway 101, approxi- Number Date mately six miles south of Newport in Lincoln County. 3452 10- 5-50 COPC( The park comprises the abandoned right of way of the old Spruce 4114 4-13-53 COPC( Production Railway from about Thiel Creek south a distance of two and 725 5-21-61 BLM- strips of land one-half miles to a point near Beaver Creek, plus two Maria C. Jackson State Park between the highway and the ocean. The railway right of way is approximately 66+ feet wide. Maria C. Jackson State I Gifts in 1933 of two parcels of land, combined with a desire to pre- County Road, 22 miles east Thi serve the natural growth of shore pine and other native shrubs on the Sitkum in Coos County. land and an eagerness to conserve the beach for public use prompted Wagon Road, the promoters the establishment of Lost Creek State Park. One gift was 0.69 of an land. Much of it was later re acre from Lincoln County and the other was 0.12 of an acre from Ben E. This 42-acre tract was giv Smith. Lincoln County gave two more gifts for this park-one small Jackson, a member of Save parcel of land in 1943 and another in 1945. Acquisitions continued requested the area be named through 1947. As of the close of 1963, acreage in the park aggregates tion and her intense desire tc 78.37 acres. beautiful, old myrtle trees in The railway right of way could eventually be used for highway In general, the area is lev widening if necessary. the hillside at the southwest The park was named for the creek which flows through the area. property. Development of a park at this location was urged by the Isaac The park has a good stai Walton League and others in 1952. After a study was made, the Com- some maple and alder. mission approved developing it as a picnic area. Improvements include An agreement with the a car parking area, tables, stoves and sanitary facilities. into on June 4, 1956, wherein Day visitors in 1963 totaled 85,434. across the westerly side of adjoining farm to the count Permits as follows affect this park: always to be open for public Number Date Name Terminataon Improvements are a small 9215 2-19-59 C. R. Willbanks-road to private Attendance during 1962 land Indefinite in 1963. 9776 8- 4-59 J. C. Plankington-road to private The following permits aft land Number Date 10777 9-13-60 E. M. Scott-road to private land 16014 6-4-56 U. S. B 700 1-11-61 Harold Pruner-plantings 12-31-68 road [ 156 ] State Board of Forestry and Mackin Gulch Forest Wayside owner of the land, the Board Mackin Gulch Forest Wayside is located on both sides of Interstate named Loeb State Park. The Highway 5, about 30 miles north of the city of Grants Pass at the summit of the grade between Grave and Wolf Creeks in Josephine e park by the State Board of County. hway and the river about one- The entire 430-acre area was given to the state in 1941 by Josephine County in order to preserve the natural growth of timber as a part of ny moderately level areas but the wayside beautification idea prevailing at that time. canyon walls is steeply sloped. The wayside is divided into two areas. The larger area contains 360 mber. acres and is located at the summit. It is covered with a good stand of 'he higher ground of the land fir trees and ground cover species of less value. The other area is to fir; the lower elevations are the north about one-half mile distant. It contains 70 acres and is The land last acquired has a covered largely with madrona trees and some smaller species. As. The name for this wayside was taken from that of the gulch over al picnic facilities and a small which the road crosses. The gulch area is identified with the early necessary facilities. Rate per mining period. Numerous piles of waste still stand as mute evidence of abandoned hopes of many a hapless miner in years past. visitors and 4,951 overnight Several log-hauling permits have been issued to cross the area near the north end. No active use is made of the wayside. Permits as follows affect the area: U. S. Highway 101, approxi- Number Date Name Expiration Aln County. 3452 10- 5-50 COPCO-power line Indefinite tht of way of the old Spruce 4114 4-13-53 COPCO-power line " ,k south a distance of two and 725 5-21-61 BLM-maint. & use existing road 12-31-64 reek, plus two strips of land 'he railway right of way is Maria C. Jackson State Park Maria C. Jackson State Park is located a short distance off Sitkum mbined with a desire to pre- County Road, 22 miles east of Myrtle Point, near the community of id other native shrubs on the Sitkum in Coos County. This county road is a part of the old Coos Bay ach for public use prompted Wagon Road, the promoters of which obtained a large amount of federal .rk. One gift was 0.69 of an land. Much of it was later recovered by the government. is 0.12 of an acre from Ben E. This 42-acre tract was given to the state on May 17, 1950, by Maria C. ifts for this park-one small Jackson, a member of Save the Myrtle Woods, Inc. That organization 1945. Acquisitions continued requested the area be named for Maria C. Jackson because of her dona- reage in the park aggregates tion and her intense desire to preserve some of the natural stands of the beautiful, old myrtle trees in Oregon. tually be used for highway In general, the area is level with only a small portion extending onto the hillside at the southwest corner. Brummet Creek flows through the aich flows through the area. property. on was urged by the Isaac The park has a good stand of virgin myrtle trees interspersed with a study was made, the Coin- some maple and alder. area. Improvements include An agreement with the Bureau of Land Management was entered ary facilities. into on June 4, 1956, wherein the Bureau was to construct a logging road across the westerly side of the park and extending south across an adjoining farm to the county road. The portion south of the park is always to be open for public use by agreement. Termination Improvements are a small picnic area with the usual facilities. )ad to private Attendance during 1962 was 1,128 day visitors. No count was made Indefinite in 1963. oad to private The following permits affect the park: Number Date Name Expiration private land 16014 6-4-56 U. S. Bureau of Land Management 12-31-68 road Indefinit- [ 157 ] Maud Williamson State Park tract in 1961 at a cost of $2 area to 308.30 acres as of the Maud Williamson State Park is located on the west side of Salem- In general, the area is qui Dayton Highway 221 at the junction of Hopewell County Road in between the land near the r. Yamhill County. cover is scattered ponderosa The 20-acre tract first acquired was a gift from Maud Williamson undercover. by her will dated January 4, 1934. The bequest retained a life tenancy The park development is in the property for her brother, Albert Williamson. The wording of the of the Union Pacific Railroad will was such that legislative action was required in order to give full area, boat ramp 40 x 55 feet, title to the Highway Commission. This was done at the 1937 legislative water. Entrance is via Lyle I session and the transaction was completed on June 30, 1937. Day use at Mayer in 1963 A 50-foot strip of land along the west side of the park and a facilities have not been provi rectangular area at the southwest corner, a total of 3.9 acres, were Agreements as follows afi purchased in 1961. These acquisitions squared the park area and increased the acreage to a total of 23.90 as of the close of 1963. Number Date 33604 1-29-62 The terrain is level and covered with a good stand of Douglas fir Rober trees. Much farm land surrounds this park. McLeod Wayside One share of stock in the Hopewell Water District was purchased from the widow of Albert Williamson in 1944. Later is was found to be McLeod Wayside is locate of little use to the state, so it was sold in 1954. eight miles northeast of Shad Maud Williamson State Park was named in honor of the donor who River about one mile east County. willed it to the state in memory of her mother, Ruby T. Williamson. A This 80-acre tract of lar monument was placed in the park commemorating the gift. March, 1948, at a cost of $3( The park is developed for both day and overnight use. The usual large Rogue River park bein: car parking area, tables, stoves, water and sanitary facilities have been park was to include all of the provided. A horseshoe court and a ball diamond add to the recreational to Trail. activities available to the park visitors. The land is moderately s An old house, for many years the home of the donor, was on the where a small development h property at the time the state acquired title. It was rented for several The ground cover is scat years but later was used as a residence by the park caretaker. along the river. Day use in 1963 was 34,832 visitors and overnight camping was 3,620 The California-Oregon Pc stays. Cost is 75 cents per car for tent camping. struct a home and other build Permits as follows affect this park: by the state. These building Number Date Name at a price of $7,500 and us( GR-2069 1958 Water right-36 gal. P.M. 6" casing, 93' deep home. (See Casey State ParS Developments are a small Mayer State Park and comfort stations. The Si Mayer State Park is part of an area known as Rowena Heights. It is ramp and a car parking area. located on Interstate Highway 80N, approximately 10 miles west of the Day use in 1963 totaled 3( city of The Dalles in Wasco County. Permits as follows affect t] The first land acquired for Mayer Park was 260 acres given to the Number Date state by Mark A. Mayer in April, 1924. Negotiations were started as 1736 4-27-56 State C early as 1921 by Mr. Mayer to purchase land to be donated to the state and I for use as a park. He had difficulty in obtaining a part of the land he had selected, as the owner was holding out for an exorbitantly fantastic McLoughlin State Park price, he claimed. However, late in 1921 the Highway Commission sanc- tioned a proposal of a condemnation suit through the Wasco County McLoughlin State Park is Court, which followed and favored Mr. Mayer. This culminated a very approximately 34 miles east unusual transaction in order to enable Mr. Mayer to donate 260 acres Multnomah County. of land to the state for park use. The first acquisition for tl There have been other acquisitions of small acreages for this park. the entrance road, from the such as two areas totaling 8.3 acres located on the north side of the additional 80 acres in 1961 in( railroad in 1952 and 1956 at a total cost of $2,872, and another 40-acre Sam J. and Jessie E. Gor [ 158 l tract in 1961 at a cost of $26,570. These transactions brought the total area to 308.30 acres as of the close of 1963. i on the west side of Salem- In general, the area is quite rough with a great difference in elevation Hopewell County Road in between the land near the river and that on top of Rowena Point. The cover is scattered ponderosa pine and oak with indigenous brush as an L gift from Maud Williamson undercover. ~quest retained a life tenancy The park development is located on an arm of Bonneville Lake north lliamson. The wording of the of the Union Pacific Railroad Company track. It consists of a swimming required in order to give full area, boat ramp 40 x 55 feet, picnic tables, stoves, sanitary facilities and Ls done at the 1937 legislative water. Entrance is via Lyle Ferry Road. on June 30, 1937. Day use at Mayer in 1963 totaled 74,728 visitors. Overnight camping est side of the park and a facilities have not been provided. r, a total of 3.9 acres, were Agreements as follows affect this park: uared the park area and in- f the close of 1963. Number Date Name Expiration a good stand of Douglas fir 33604 1-29-62 Robert J. Hatch-rental of house 30-day notice £. McLeod Wayside Vater District was purchased 944. Later is was found to be McLeod Wayside is located on Crater Lake Highway, approximately 954. eight miles northeast of Shady Cove on the banks of the beautiful Rogue ad in honor of the donor who River about one mile east of the community of McLeod in Jackson other, Ruby T. Williamson. A County. morating the gift. This 80-acre tract of land was obtained from Jackson County in March, 1948, at a cost of $360. It was intended to become a part of a nd overnight use. The usual large Rogue River park being contemplated at that time. The proposed L sanitary facilities have been park was to include all of the land in the canyon from Laurelhurst Park imond add to the recreational to Trail. The land is moderately steep, except a small area along the river ne of the donor, was on the where a small development has been provided for day use. :le. It was rented for several The ground cover is scattered oak trees with a few maple and fir the park caretaker. along the river. overnight camping was 3,620 The California-Oregon Power Company obtained permission to con- ping. struct a home and other buildings on the property before it was acquired by the state. These buildings were later purchased from the company Name at a price of $7,500 and used as park headquarters and a foreman's gal. P.M. 6" casing. 93' deep home. (See Casey State Park.) Developments are a small area for parking cars, picnic tables, stoves and comfort stations. The State Game Commission constructed a boat own as Rowena Heights. It is ramp and a car parking area. Kimately 10 miles west of the Day use in 1963 totaled 30,154 visitors. Permits as follows affect this wayside: k was 260 acres given to the Number Date Name Expiration Negotiations were started as 1736 4-27-56 State Game Commission-boat ramp nd to be donated to the state and parking area 4-30-66 taining a part of the land he v for an exorbitantly fantastic McLoughlin State Park Le Highway Commission sanc- t through the Wasco County McLoughlin State Park is located south of Interstate Highway 80N, iyer. This culminated a very approximately 34 miles east of Portland at the community of Dodson in r. Mayer to donate 260 acres Multnomah County. The first acquisition for this park was a gift of 82.3 acres, including small acreages for this park, the entrance road, from the city of Portland in 1957. Purchase of an ted on the north side of the additional 80 acres in 1961 increased the park land to 162.3 acres. f $2,872, and another 40-acre Sam J. and Jessie E. Gorman gave the initial tract of land in this { 159 ] that the area would be E park to the city of Portland in 1922 with the understanding that it Muriel 0. Ponsler Memor would be forever used as a park and would be known and designated public at all times. as McLaughlin Park, in honor of Dr. John McLaughlin, a Hudson's Bay This two-acre wayside Company factor of great influence in the early settlement of Oregon. contains a small area eas Records show that Dr. John McLoughlin spelled his name with an "o" located. The land slopes g instead of an "a" as shown in the deed from the Gormans to the city of Creek where the creek eml Portland. Therefore, the area was officially named McLoughlin State in the Northwest large ca Park when the land was acquired by the state. sections. China Creek was The land is covered with a moderately good growth of young fir The park land is cover( trees and other species indigenous to the Columbia River area. It is Development of the E gently sloping, except in the south portion where it becomes quite Civilian Conservation Corn steep. water system, sanitary fac The land was offered to the state as a park in 1947 and again in side of the park entrance. 1951. However, it does serve the idea of preservation of the Columbia A stone and cedar mon Gorge and was accepted in 1957. park and a plaque of caste Construction of tables, benches and fireplaces was done by the was installed indicating th Civilian Conservation Corps. These facilities have long since succumbed the public from Jack C. Pa to the elements. 1939. No active use is being made of the park. Day use in 1963 totaled Millicoma Myrtle Grove State Park Permits as follows affe, Millicoma Myrtle Grove State Park is located on the East Fork of Number Date Millicoma River, approximately 18 miles east of Coos Bay and about 7732 12-29-39 Car one mile from the east end of State Secondary Highway 241 in Coos p County. The area is bisected by the Coos River Secondary Highway 1. Myrtle Preserves The 15-acre tract of myrtle trees was a gift to the state in 1950 from Save the Myrtle Woods, Inc. Donating this land to the state was part There are three myrtl of a plan of that organization to obtain and place in protective custody Counties where agreement several good stands of old myrtle trees growing in the southwest corner myrtle trees growing with of Oregon. Myrtle is a hard wood highly prized for use in manufacturing Norway Myrtle Preseri novelties. and Myrtle Point in Coos C The name Millicoma Myrtle Grove State Park was selected for this and 1947, covering 56.98 ac area because of its location and the beautiful myrtle trees thereon. Sweet Myrtle Preserve Millicoma is an Indian name and, according to McArthur's Oregon County with one agreeme Geographic Names, the meaning is not known. agreement is with A. J. Sv The terrain is quite steep, except for a small area near the river preserve. where a small day use facility has been provided. Umpqua Myrtle Preser The cover is principally myrtle with some maple, alder and other Reedsport-Drain Highway trees indigenous to southwestern Oregon. ments written in 1947, cov( A plaque was erected at this park indicating that the land was pur- In order to preserve ti chased by Save the Myrtle Woods, Inc., with money donated by the entered into whereby the p Oregon Federation of Garden Clubs, and given to the State of Oregon in the state would keep the l 1949. (Deed is dated May 17, 1950.) nishing an unusual attracti Day use in 1962 totaled 6,927 visitors. No count was made in 1963. These myrtle preserves Overnight camping facilities have not been provided. However, this ways on which great num area is often used in conjunction with an adjoining campground known globular, evergreen trees as Nesika Park provided by Weyerhaeuser Company. leaves on these trees are th aromatic when crushed. r Muriel 0. Ponsler Memorial Wayside spicuous and have a waxy and, when dry, shows diffl Muriel 0. Ponsler Memorial Wayside is located on U. S. Highway in the manufacture of varic 101, about 16 miles north of Florence in Lane County. It lies at the The myrtle tree grow mouth of China Creek between Heceta Head and Cape Perpetua. portions of adjoining hills The entire area was a gift in 1939 from J. C. Ponsler of Florence as wild animals and, in the e a memorial to his late wife, Muriel. It was given with the understanding [ 160 ] that the area would be used forever as a park, would be known as [th the understanding that it Muriel 0. Ponsler Memorial Park and would be open and free to the uld be known and designated public at all times. i McLaughlin, a Hudson's Bay This two-acre wayside extends from the highway to the ocean and 3 early settlement of Oregon. contains a small area east of the highway on which a good spring is spelled his name with an "'of located. The land slopes gently toward the beach and borders on China m the Gormans to the city of Creek where the creek empties into the sea. In the days of placer mining )ly named McLoughlin State in the Northwest large colonies of Chinesc panned for gold in many state. sections. China Creek was one of these areas and thus acquired its name. 4ly good growth of young fir The park land is covered with salal and huckleberry bushes. e Columbia River area. It is Development of the area for picnic purposes was made by the tion where it becomes quite Civilian Conservation Corps. Improvements are a circular entrance road, water system, sanitary facilities and an ornamental stone fence on each a park in 1947 and again in side of the park entrance. preservation of the Columbia A stone and cedar monument was erected showing the name of this park and a plaque of caste bronze material on a rock drinking fountain fireplaces was done by the was installed indicating the area was a gift to the State of Oregon and ies have long since succumbed the public from Jack C. Ponsler in memory of his wife, Muriel, in April, 1939. k. Day use in 1963 totaled 60,429 visitors. Permits as follows affect this wayside: Number Date Name Expiration located on the East Fork of 7732 12-29-39 Carl G. & Narcissa J. Washburne- east of Coos Bay and about pipe line Perpetual ondary Highway 241 in Coos ; River Secondary Highway 1. Myrtle Preserves a gift to the state in 1950 from There are three myrtle tracts on highways in Coos and Douglas iis land to the state was part Counties where agreements have been written to preserve the beautiful nd place in protective custody myrtle trees growing within view of the traveler. They are as follows: owing in the southwest corner Norway Myrtle Preserve located on Highway 42, between Coquille ,rized for use in manufacturing and Myrtle Point in Coos County. Five agreements were written in 1946 and 1947, covering 56.98 acres. ate Park was selected for this Sweet Myrtle Preserve located on Bandon-Coquille Highway in Coos autiful myrtle trees thereon. County with one agreement written in 1946, covering 16 acres. The )rding to McArthur's Oregon agreement is with A. J. Sweet, the owner, thus giving the name to the own. preserve. a small area near the river Umpqua Myrtle Preserve located along the Umpqua River on the ovided. Reedsport-Drain Highway 38 in Douglas County. There were two agree- some maple, alder and other ments written in 1947, covering 4.85 acres. In order to preserve the stands of myrtle trees, agreements were icating that the land was pur- entered into whereby the property owners would preserve the trees and with money donated by the the state would keep the undergrowth cut and removed, thereby fur- liven to the State of Oregon in nishing an unusual attraction for Oregon visitors. These myrtle preserves are a series of small tracts along the high- No count was made in 1963. ways on which great numbers of the beautiful, symmetrically shaped, )een provided. However, this globular, evergreen trees (Umbelluria Californica) are growing. The adjoining campground known leaves on these trees are thick and glossy, smooth on the edge and very r Company. aromatic when crushed. The white flower clusters are quite incon- spicuous and have a waxy appearance. The wood is considered hard and, when dry, shows different shades of color. It is used extensively is located on U. S. Highway in the manufacture of various novelties. l Lane County. It lies at the The myrtle tree grows extensively along streams and the low ad and Cape Perpetua. portions of adjoining hillsides. Myrtle seeds have furnished food for m J. C. Ponsler of Florence as wild animals and, in the early days, domestic hogs fattened on them. , given with the understanding [ 161 ] NNOWL-

The myrtle is one of the most beautiful evergreen trees indigenous The following is quoted to the southwestern part of Oregon and western California. In Oregon historian, relating to the fin they are found in Coos, Curry and Douglas Counties. "In Oregon's prehistori( plying between the Philippi Nehalem Bay State Park here and that beeswax for The date of this wreck can Nehalem Bay State Park is located a short distance west of U. S. name of the old galleon pos Highway 101 and comprises the entire sand spit lying north of the this ship was the San Fran outlet of Nehalem Bay, between the bay and the ocean in Tillamook in 1705 and failed to reach v County. The spit lies immediately south of the ocean-beach community "During the past century of Manzanita. on Nehalem peninsula, mar The first acquisition for this park was a gift of 497.63 acres from symbols that long puzzled Tillamook County on July 23, 1938. This generous gift has been followed were marks of trade under! by seven more donations from Tillamook County, totaling 48.06 acres Mexico. and ranging in size from a fraction of an acre to a 40-acre tract. Many "The large piece recent more areas have been purchased. The acquisition period extended from tains two common marks 1938 through 1961 and involved 60 separate acquisitions. An additional diamond. Other pieces bear 0.23 of an acre was purchased on December 28, 1963, at a cost of $6,250. cance. This may be explain Park acreage at the close of 1963 totaled 832.32 acres. Three townsites pines during the 17th centu were involved, being Necarney City, Sunset Beach and Seabright. commodities from the East The terrain is generally level with sand dunes, covered, in the main, at a point of fracture in the with planted beach grass. No active use has been l The area was obtained to preserve the sand dune and beach area for Permits as follows affect future public playgrounds. The beaches on both sides of the long spit Number Date are well formed for public use. 4941 10-22-56 Pacii The area was first named Nehalem Sand Spit State Park. However, lin in May, 1957, the Commission changed the name to Nehalem Bay State Park. 2895 8-17-48 Pacil lin A proposed new section of U. S. Highway 101 will pass through the park, providing a direct route for the road. 1935 1-16-58 State str Tillamook County and the State Board of Aeronautics were given permission by an agreement dated January 16, 1958, to construct and Neptune State Park maintain a 2,400-foot flight strip within the park and a road to the strip from the north. The tenure of this permit is 25 years. The Board of Neptune State Park is li Aeronautics was to construct a fence along the westerly side of the approximately three miles strip. Counties. It extends along t] a distance A permit was issued to the U. S. Coast Guard on October 30, 1943, to of approximatel construct a telephone line through the park land. This line is part of a Creek. system which spans the entire length of the Pacific Coast. This two and one-half n shore line of rugged, cragga The boys from MacLaren School at Woodburn planted beach grass which King Neptune angril3 at the north end of the park. This was done during the wet seasons, the mighty Pacific at almost beginning late in 1954 and extending over a period of several years. An thus suggesting the name Nc area in the northernmost part of the park was provided for the boys The entire 331.22-acre tr camp. The school constructed the camp and the road leading to it. June 11, 1938, at a cost of $E A huge chunk of beeswax, 15 x 16 inches, was uncovered by the The terrain along this se( boys from the correctional school in 1955. It was partly shattered by a a few places suitable for pi bulldozer. However, plainly marked on it are symbols of the little- on the east side of the highv known Spanish galleon trade between Mexico and the Philippines from been provided near Cummin 1565 to 1815. The seven-month voyage, a monopoly of the Spanish Tree coverage on the ent crown, was the most remote and hazardous in history. few maple scattered through Beeswax was used for candles in religious ceremonies. Chunks of salmonberry. beeswax found on the beaches bear Latin symbols, indicating religious Improvements include a significance. arranged in a rather unique [ 162 ] I evergreen trees indigenous The following is quoted from a story written by Ben Maxwell, Salem estern California. In Oregon historian, relating to the finding of a block of beeswax in the park: Counties. "In Oregon's prehistoric times, students believe, a Manila Galleon plying between the Philippines and Acapulco in Mexico was cast ashore here and that beeswax forming deck cargo was washed to the beach. The date of this wreck cannot be determined with certainty nor is the short distance west of U. S. name of the old galleon positively known. There are those who believe and spit lying north of the this ship was the San Francisco Xavier, a galleon that cleared Manila and the ocean in Tillamook in 1705 and failed to reach Acapulco. the ocean-beach community "During the past century quantities of the wax have been discovered on Nehalem peninsula, many of the larger pieces being inscribed with a gift of 497.63 acres from symbols that long puzzled investigators. Now it is known that these nerous gift has been followed were marks of trade understood by the consignor and the consignee in County, totaling 48.06 acres Mexico. cre to a 40-acre tract. Many "The large piece recently unearthed by state park employes con- lisition period extended from tains two common marks found on Nehalem beeswax, the N and a e acquisitions. An additional diamond. Other pieces bear markings implying an ecclesiastical signifi- 28, 1963, at a cost of $6,250. cance. This may be explained by the fact that the church in the Philip- 132.32 acres. Three townsites pines during the 17th century also engaged in commerce and exported 4t Beach and Seabright. commodities from the East to Mexico. Odor of beeswax remains strong dunes, covered, in the main. at a point of fracture in the state park specimen." No active use has been made of the park. ;and dune and beach area for Permits as follows affect this park: n both sides of the long spit Number Date Name Expiration 4941 10-22-56 Pacific Power & Light Co-power d Spit State Park. However, line name to Nehalem Bay State 2895 8-17-48 Pacific Tel. & Tel. Co.-telephone line Indefinite ay 101 will pass through the 1935 1-16-58 State Board of Aeronautics-flight strip 1-16-83 I of Aeronautics were given y 16, 1958, to construct and Neptune State Park e park and a road to the strip t is 25 years. The Board of Neptune State Park is located on both sides of U. S. Highway 101, ng the westerly side of the approximately three miles south of Yachats in Lincoln and Lane Counties. It extends along the coast line from near Cape Perpetua south a distance of approximately two and one-half miles, almost to Bob luard on October 30, 1943, to Creek. land. This line is part of a This two and one-half mile stretch of ocean front has an irregular e Pacific Coast. shore line of rugged, craggy rock ledges and precipitous cliffs against Dodburn planted beach grass which King Neptune angrily splashes the huge, white, frothy waves of one during the wet seasons, the mighty Pacific at almost regular intervals during the winter season, i period of several years. An thus suggesting the name Neptune for this park area. 4 was provided for the boys The entire 331.22-acre tract was purchased from Viola Lee Pratt on I the road leading to it. June 11, 1938, at a cost of $60,000. ches, was uncovered by the The terrain along this section of the Oregon coast is rough with only It was partly shattered by a a few places suitable for park development. A small overnight camp t are symbols of the little- on the east side of the highway and a picnic area on the west side have ico and the Philippines from been provided near Cummins Creek. a monopoly of the Spanish Tree coverage on the entire tract is mostly spruce and alder with a in history. few maple scattered throughout the area. The undergrowth is salal and bious ceremonies. Chunks of salmonberry. symbols, indicating religious Improvements include a small overnight camp with 14 tent sites arranged in a rather unique design. The irregularity and unevenness of [ 163 ] the ground, combined with the density of the tree cover, gives the occu- A gift of 61.08 acres fr pant a feeling of privacy and seclusion in a woodsy, ocean-front retreat. the first acquisition for thi: Comfort stations have been provided, and the usual facilities, such as and another 10 acres in 19' water, tables, benches, stoves and suitable places for parking a car and Keith and Margaret Phillil pitching a tent are located at each camp site. acres as of the close of 1961 The picnic area, as previously mentioned, is located almost directly The entire park area is across the highway from the overnight camp. It contains tables, benches, and the usual underbrush stoves, sanitary facilities and a car parking area around which a stone portion of the park land n fence has been built. Access to the beach and trails to viewpoints and river gravel and sediment. choice fishing spots have been constructed. North Santiam Park an( Maintenance headquarters for Neptune Park is located at Gwynn the river. The Santiam Rib Creek, approximately one-half mile north of the use area. It includes was named for the Santian an equipment and storage shed and a small residence. Santiam River, the remnan The U. S. Forest Service constructed a road across the park land in Agency in 1906. 1949, another in 1952 and a third one in 1962. All are covered by permits. Much of the attractive Attendance at Neptune State Park during 1963 totaled 79,312 day beauty of the green timber visitors and 4,755 overnight stays. of the river. The park is a try their luck. The trail do Permits as follows affect this park: fisherman's enjoyment as w Numi ber Date Name Expiratzon Park improvements inch 1153 8- 2-49 U. S. Forest Service-logging road 30-day notice road, car parking area wh 1377 4-21-52 U. S. Forest Service-logging road I i downstream along the riv, tables, benches, stoves, watb 824 9-19-62 U. S. Forest Service-logging road Indefinite Attendance in 1963 tota Agmt. 7-13-39 West Coast Power Co.-power line facilities have not been pro 4351 4-16-54 Central Lincoln PUD-power line (Trnsf. of West Coast & Mt. States Norway Myrtle Preserve permits) See "Myrtle Preserves" Nestucca Sand Spit State Park Ochoco Lake State Park Nestucca Sand Spit State Park is located at the end of a county road Ochoco Lake State Park near Pacific City in Tillamook County. It comprises all of the spit south along the northern shore of the platted area of Pacific City, west of the Nestucca River and north one-half miles east of Prin of the outlet of the river. Ochoco Lake was create( The first land obtained for this park was 136.5 acres purchased from tion's irrigation dam on O( Carie Hultenburg, et al, in December, 1961, at a price of $10,660. Four Lewis A. McArthur says i other parcels have been purchased since that time, one of which was Creek and other geographic 38.68 acres from the Bureau of Land Management at a cost of $107.50, been named for a Snake or and another was 117.41 acres from the State Land Board at a cost of "ochoco" was a local Indian $3,500. Two other areas were purchased, one containing 45.15 acres at the lake. a cost of $5.000, and the other nine acres at $800. Total acreage in the The entire 9.8 acres in park as of the close of 1963 was 346.74 acres. Frances Lakin on Decembei An application to the U. S. Forest Service to acquire an additional tains a point of land juttin 96 acres was still pending as of the close of 1963. which is quite level but bh Improvements by the state consist of planting beach grass and shore park facilities are on the lex pine trees. This was done to stabilize the sandy areas. Tillamook Tree cover is rather spE County was given permission to construct a boat ramp and car parking scattered ponderosa pine an area on the land owned by the U. S. Forest Service. "grease brush." No active use has been made of the park. Ochoco Lake is the prin pleasurable sports, such as North Santiam State Park water skiing. These activit North Santiam State Park is located one-half mile south of State of Central Oregon, draw ma Highway 22, approximately four miles west of Mill City in Marion lake has been stocked with County. Commission. 164] the tree cover, gives the occu- A gift of 61.08 acres from Marion County on August 30, 1937, was a woodsy, ocean-front retreat. the first acquisition for this park. To this was added 3.26 acres in 1952 d the usual facilities, such as and another 10 acres in 1958, both parcels having been purchased from z places for parking a car and Keith and Margaret Phillips. This increased the park acreage to 74.34 te. acres as of the close of 1963. ed, is located almost directly The entire park area is wooded, being covered with fir, maple, alder ip. It contains tables, benches, and the usual underbrush so typical of the Santiam canyon. A small rg area around which a stone portion of the park land near the river was formed by the deposit of l and trails to viewpoints and river gravel and sediment. The shoreline is covered with coarse rock. 1. North Santiam Park and the highway which serves it are named for ie Park is located at Gwynn the river. The Santiam River, according to Oregon Geographic Names, a of the use area. It includes was named for the Santiam Indians, a Kalapooian tribe living near the 1 residence. Santiam River, the remnants of which were moved to the Grand Ronde L road across the park land in Agency in 1906. 62. All are covered by permits. Much of the attractiveness of the park can be attributed to the aring 1963 totaled 79,312 day beauty of the green timbered surroundings and the crystal clear water of the river. The park is a favorite spot on the river for fishermen to try their luck. The trail downstream, quite easily traversed, adds to the fisherman's enjoyment as well as the pleasure of those who wish to hike. Expiration Park improvements include more than one-half mile of oiled entrance -logging road 30-day notice road, car parking area which has been fenced, trails in the park and -logging road Ii downstream along the river, and the usual picnic facilities, such as tables, benches, stoves, water and sanitary facilities. -logging road Indefinite Attendance in 1963 totaled 37,676 day visitors. Overnight camping .- power line facilities have not been provided. -power line t & Mt. States Norway Myrtle Preserve See "Myrtle Preserves" for story regarding this area.

Ochoco Lake State Park Ed at the end of a county road Ochoco Lake State Park is located on the south side of Highway 26, comprises all of the spit south along the northern shore of Ochoco Lake, approximately seven and the Nestucca River and north one-half miles east of Prineville in Crook County. Ochoco Lake was created by construction of the Bureau of Reclama- as 136.5 acres purchased from tion's irrigation dam on Ochoco Creek, a tributary of Crooked River. 1, at a price of $10,660. Four Lewis A. McArthur says in Oregon Geographic Names that Ochoco that time, one of which was Creek and other geographic features in Central Oregon are said to have 'agement at a cost of $107.50, been named for a Snake or Piute Indian Chief. It is said that the word tate Land Board at a cost of "ochoco" was a local Indian word for willows. The park was named for one containing 45.15 acres at the lake. at $800. Total acreage in the The entire 9.8 acres in the park were purchased from R. W. and es. Frances Lakin on December 9, 1954, at a cost of $8,750. The area con- 'vice to acquire an additional tains a point of land jutting into the lake a short distance, the top of )f 1963. which is quite level but both sides slope sharply into the water. The lanting beach grass and shore park facilities are on the level area. the sandy areas. Tillamook Tree cover is rather sparse. It is mostly juniper trees with a few a boat ramp and car parking scattered ponderosa pine and a variety of underbrush known locally as t Service. "grease brush." ok. Ochoco Lake is the principal feature of the park. It affords many pleasurable sports, such as fishing, boating, swimming, wading and water skiing. These activities, combined with the warm, dry climate one-half mile south of State of Central Oregon, draw many campers and picnickers to the area. The west of Mill City in Marion lake has been stocked with fish on several occasions by the State Game Commission. 165 Improvements are an overnight camp with 22 tent sites, a picnic Names says, 'It is shown area, entrance road, car parking area, boat ramp 45 x 400 feet, tables, office in 1944 nor for some stoves, benches, water and sanitary facilities. a Chinook jargon word. 'I A floating pier, constructed by the Prineville-Crook County Chamber razor clam." These facts pi of Commerce, is anchored to park land and is attended by park mainte- In the stream valley th nance men during periods of rising and lowering of the water. rises rapidly to an elevati Attendance at the park during 1963 totaled 187,768 day visitors and trees, principally spruce, cl 9,764 overnight stays. the stream where its course Park improvements in( Ochoco Wayside roads to each. Two parkir Ochoco Wayside is located on both sides of Highway 126, near the both sides of the creek anc west edge of the city of Prineville in Crook County. and north of the stream. T The first acquisition was a gift of 32 acres from Columbus J. and by boat trailers and fisherr Fannie Johnson on December 24, 1930. In fact this area is a moderately located at this place. Oti high promontory overlooking the city of Prineville, Crooked River park and a picnic area wil Valley, Ochoco Valley and the Ochoco Mountains. Another gift of 219.19 sanitary facilities. Two sac acres from Crook County on July 5, 1939, brought the acreage in this constructed on the high g wayside to 251.19 acres as of the close of 1963. Power lines were construct The area is a part of the barren slope extending from the plateau to A request from Charle Crooked River. The terrain is generally steep to moderately steep. A along the north side of th( few scattered juniper trees are growing on the area. Commission desired to w. This wayside was named after the beautiful Ochoco Valley, of which developing his land. it offers a commanding view. The entire area is closely connected with Attendance during 19( Oregon history. camping facilities have not Improvements are an entrance road, small area for parking cars and a stone wall along the steep portion of the car parking area. Permits as follows affec Attendance during 1962 totaled 31,236 day visitors. No count was Number Date made in 1963. 2011 4-16-59 Cent Permits as follows affect this wayside: sei Num ber Date Name Expiration 5226 5-22-61 Seal 3476 10-19-50 Central Electric Co-op-power line Indefinite 2199 5-16-60 Crooked River Bowmen-archery w a range 11831 12-31-61 Lunc sin Ona Beach State Park Oswald West State Park Ona Beach State Park is located on both sides of U. S. Highway 101, approximately eight miles south of the city of Newport, at the outlet of Oswald West State Par Beaver Creek, in Lincoln County. 101, approximately ten m The purchase of three parcels of land from Lorraine Randall, aggre- Tillamook Counties. It con gating 126.84 acres, at a cost of $34,035 in the years 1958 and 1959, was Mountain. the beginning of this seashore, riverside park. One gift from Lincoln The first acquisition for County of 10 acres on January 23, 1963, and four purchases, two in 1959, was a gift of 120.37 acres f a third in 1960 and a fourth in 1963, totaling 21.38 acres, increased the 1931. There were six addit park to 148.22 acres. Donor Ona Beach State Park has a very unusual, attractive setting. The George E. and Julia P. Hun green timbered hillside on the south, a part of the park land, the tide- Tillamook County affected, slow moving Beaver Creek flowing through the area, and the Samuel and Beulah K. Reec long, broad, sandy beach contribute to the pleasures of the park visitor. Tillamook County The unhurried waters of the stream often entice the fisherman to try Tillamook County his luck or quietly invite the pleasure seeker to go canoeing. At one Beulah K. Reed time clams were abundant along the beach but the many seekers of the bivalve have greatly reduced the number. Eighteen other parcels The name Ona was applied to a post office on Beaver Creek about ranging in size from five a( three miles upstream from the present park location. Oregon Geographic the State Board of Forestri [ 166 ] with 22 tent sites, a picnic Names says, "It is shown as a post office in 1890, and did not have an it ramp 45 x 400 feet, tables, office in 1944 nor for some years prior. Ona may have been named with es. a Chinook jargon word. The jargon word Ona generally refers to the aville-Crook County Chamber razor clam." These facts prompted naming the park Ona Beach. I is attended by park mainte- In the stream valley the terrain is flat, but to the south the ground vering of the water. rises rapidly to an elevation of more than 100 feet. A good stand of .aled 187,768 day visitors and trees, principally spruce, covers the southern hillside and an area along the stream where its course forms a loop. Park improvements include three car parking areas with entrance roads to each. Two parking areas are located west of the highway on es of Highway 126, near the both sides of the creek and the third is on the east side of the highway k County. and north of the stream. The one east of the highway is used principally acres from Columbus J. and by boat trailers and fishermen. A boat launching facility 50 x 75 feet is fact this area is a moderately located at this place. Other improvements are trails throughout the If Prineville, Crooked River park and a picnic area with tables, benches, electric stoves, water and ntains. Another gift of 219.19 sanitary facilities. Two small cottages for use by park employees were , brought the acreage in this constructed on the high ground near the south line of the park land. [963. Power lines were constructed to the park facilities. xtending from the plateau to A request from Charles Hart to purchase a 100-foot strip of land ;teep to moderately steep. A along the north side of the park was rejected in 1959 as the Highway the area. Commission desired to wait until Mr. Hart had a definite plan for tiful Ochoco Valley, of which developing his land. irea is closely connected with Attendance during 1963 totaled 108,970 day visitors. Overnight camping facilities have not been provided. iall area for parking cars and car parking area. Permits as follows affect the park: day visitors. No count was Number Date Name Expiration 2011 4-16-59 Central Lincoln PUD-electric service (See combined contract) Expiration 5226 5-22-61 op-power line Indefinite Seal Rock Water District- vmen-archery water line Indefinite 11831 12-31-61 Lundy Bros. Inc.-road crossing to sawmill b. sides of U. S. Highway 101, Oswald West State Park z of Newport, at the outlet of Oswald West State Park is located on both sides of U. S. Highway 101, approximately ten miles south of Cannon Beach in Clatsop and rom Lorraine Randall, aggre- Tillamook Counties. It comprises a considerable portion of Neahkahnie the years 1958 and 1959, was Mountain. oark. One gift from Lincoln The first acquisition for this quiet, secluded and most delightful park I four purchases, two in 1959, was a gift of 120.37 acres from E. S. and Mary Collins on November 12, Ing 21.38 acres, increased the 1931. There were six additional gifts toward this park as follows: Donor Acreage Date isual, attractive setting. The George E. and Julia P. Huntley 45.85 acres February, 1932 rt of the park land, the tide- Tillamook County 120.00 " November, 1935 rig through the area, and the Samuel and Beulah K. Reed 97.30 " December, 1935 pleasures of the park visitor. Tillamook County 32.84 " July, 1938 E entice the fisherman to try Tillamook County 10.00 June, 1939 sker to go canoeing. At one Beulah K. Reed 2.22 February, 1943 but the many seekers of the Eighteen other parcels of land were purchased from 1935 to 1950 'ffice on Beaver Creek about ranging in size from five acres to 354 acres. An exchange of lands with location. Oregon Geographic the State Board of Forestry in 1951 increased the park holdings by 111 [ 167 ] acres of good timber land and gave to the Board of Forestry stump land The history of Oswald AA of equal value along the Sunset and Wilson River Highways. (See out some reference to the r( reports on Sunset Highway and Wilson River Highway Forest Waysides.) mysterious treasures buriec Another exchange of lands was made in 1954 with Arch Cape Land landmarks along the north Company in order to clearly establish the park boundaries. This trans- part these places might hav action gave the Arch Cape Land Company 5.47 acres in exchange for When and how the name 6.38 acres of equal value. These acquisitions and exchanges resulted in particular location is obscui a total of 2,501.92 acres in the park as of the close of 1963. this cove for their ilicit en In April, 1943, the timber from part of the land which had been given Names says, "This snug litt to the state by Mr. and Mrs. Sam Reed in December, 1935, was sold to kahnie Mountain and its sh Donaldson & Koppish, logging contractors, at a price of $767.40 and 320 for many years. It is not acres of nearby stump land. Approval for the sale was given by Sam anchor there in rough wea Reed's widow. The Commission believed the trees could not withstand romantic as there is nothir the winter winds since all of the surrounding land had been logged. place." The U. S. Coast Guard requested, and the Commission approved in Neahkahnie is an Indiar 1944, permission to construct small shelters along the beach. These about the meaning. MeArt shelters were approximately 6 x 6 feet and were removed after the war. is a place of romance and r To eliminate a fire hazard at Oswald West Park, the Commission Spaniards, galleons laden approved a sale in 1951 of down and dead timber to Baty and Brown of drawn the attention of the Seaside at a price of $1,252.50. Chunks of engraved wax ai Authority to construct and use a roadway across a portion of the been all the more mysteric park land was given to St. Helens Pulp and Paper Company in 1951, and bold front to the Pacific, in October, 1954, the State Board of Forestry was given an easement for imposing sight." use of the same road in connection with fire protection and timber Buried treasure on Nea management. its summit presents a mag Many requests were received from local communities for construc- headlands, bays and strean tion of a road to the top of Neahkahnie Mountain. The Commission offered of the forested in believed that it was not in the best interests to construct the road Mountain, Humbug Mountc because of the steepness of the required grade, and that it was not east and a sweeping view justified because of the costs. The requests were not approved. southward. Along the coas The name first selected for this area was Short Sand Beach State of the Columbia River, bolt Park. It was changed to Oswald West State Park in March, 1956, to and all the intervening poir honor former Governor West (1911-1915) for his intense interest and Improvements at the pa great leadership toward legislative action in 1913 which set aside nearly way, a trail to the top of N 400 miles of Pacific Ocean shore line for public use and vested owner- fern-covered banks of botl ship in the State of Oregon. There were many urgent requests to restore another trail of equal inter the original name but the Commission was not convinced it was a proper Cape Falcon. The Civilian move. construction during the late The terrain is rough and elevations are from sea level to 1,795 feet Day use facilities are at the top of Neahkahnie Mountain. All of the park land, except the Sand Creek. They include logged portions of Neahkahme Mountain and its south slope, is covered facilities. An overnight cs with a good stand of timber. Two streams of notable size flow through located between the two the park and gradually converge at a point within the park above high mately one-quarter mile x tide line. These streams are named Short Sand Creek and Necarney the camper must carry his Creek. Approximately one-quarter mile of fine, sandy beach extends the brightly-colored wheel] northward from the outlet of these creeks. About midway of the four wheel his equipment and < miles of shore line is a large promontory named Cape Falcon. Lewis A. along a wide, paved foot tr McArthur in Oregon Geographlc Names indicates that the cape was follows down the creek ba probably discovered and named by Captain Bruno Heceta in 1775 but protected site. Cars are re the records are too meager to correctly identify the point. The entire This overnight camp area i area is a magnificent sea front made up of bold headlands and cliffed remoteness in reference to indentations with a single exception of Smugglers Cove at Short Sand noises enhances a feeling o Beach, a somewhat sheltered fiord which lies between protruding head- from civilization with its hi lands sheltering the bay and the use area of Oswald West State Park. stoves, tables, benches and F 168 1 oard of Forestry stump land The history of Oswald West State Park would not be complete with- Ison River Highways. (See out some reference to the romantic tales about Smugglers Cove and the r Highway Forest Waysides.) mysterious treasures buried on Neahkahnie Mountain, two outstanding 1954 with Arch Cape Land landmarks along the northern coast line, and the romantic, mysterious )ark boundaries. This trans- part these places might have played in the early history of Oregon. , 5.47 acres in exchange for When and how the name Smugglers Cove came to be applied to this is and exchanges resulted in particular location is obscure. There are many tales of smugglers using e close of 1963. this cove for their ilicit enterprises. McArthur in Oregon Geographic ie land which had been given Nantes says, "This snug little harbor is between Cape Falcon and Neah- December, 1935, was sold to kahnie Mountain and its short shore has been called Short Sand Beach at a price of $767.40 and 320 for many years. It is not a landing place but fish boats sometimes the sale was given by Sam anchor there in rough weather. The name Smugglers Cove is purely ie trees could not withstand romantic as there is nothing to indicate that smugglers ever used the ig land had been logged. place." he Commission approved in Neahkahnie is an Indian name and there has been much controversy rs along the beach. These about the meaning. McArthur has this to say, 'Neahkahme Mountain were removed after the war. is a place of romance and mystery. Tales of buried treasure, marooned West Park, the Commission Spaniards, galleons laden with beeswax candles and suchlike, have imber to Baty and Brown of drawn the attention of the white man for three-quarters of a century. Chunks of engraved wax and curious letters on half-buried stones have vay across a portion of the been all the more mysterious. . . . Neahkahnie Mountain presents a Paper Company in 1951, and bold front to the Pacific, and stands 1,795 feet above the water, an y was given an easement for imposing sight." fire protection and timber Buried treasure on Neahkahnie Mountain? Whether fact or fiction, its summit presents a magnificent panorama of the ocean, its beaches, I communities for construc- headlands, bays and streams. W. A. Langille wrote, "Superb views are Viountain. The Commission offered of the forested mountains of the coast range, with Saddle rests to construct the road Mountain, Humbug Mountain and Onion Peak to the north and north- grade, and that it was not east and a sweeping view of the array of lesser peaks to the east and were not approved. southward. Along the coast line to the north, there is visible the mouth as Short Sand Beach State of the Columbia River, bold Tillamook Head and the offshore lighthouse te Park in March, 1956, to and all the intervening points between it and protruding Cape Lookout." for his intense interest and Improvements at the park include a car parking area near the high- 1913 which set aside nearly way, a trail to the top of Neahkahnie Mountain, trails along the mossy, iblic use and vested owner- fern-covered banks of both creeks from the highway to the beach and iy urgent requests to restore another trail of equal interest near the shore from Short Sand Creek to ot convinced it was a proper Cape Falcon. The Civilian Conservation Corps did much of this trail construction during the late 1930's. from sea level to 1,795 feet Day use facilities are located near the highway and along Short the park land, except the Sand Creek. They include tables, benches, stoves, water and sanitary d its south slope, is covered facilities. An overnight camp area, unique in its site and design, is if notable size flow through located between the two creeks, near their confluence and approxi- within the park above high mately one-quarter mile west of the highway. It is unusual because Sand Creek and Necarney the camper must carry his needs from the highway to the camp or use fine, sandy beach extends the brightly-colored wheelbarrows which are provided for such use and About midway of the four wheel his equipment and supplies from the parking area to the camp, ned Cape Falcon. Lewis A. along a wide, paved foot trail which dips under the highway bridge and idicates that the cape was follows down the creek bank, amid tall, stately trees to a shaded, well Bruno Heceta in 1775 but protected site. Cars are restricted to the parking area at the highway. ntify the point. The entire This overnight camp area is very primitive and quaint, yet pleasing. Its bold headlands and cliffed remoteness in reference to the highway and the accompanying traffic igglers Cove at Short Sand noises enhances a feeling of being many, many miles into the wilds, far s between protruding head- from civilization with its hustle-bustle, hurry-scurry atmosphere. Water, f Oswald West State Park. stoves, tables, benches and latrines are provided. [ 169 ] 001000-

Attendance during 1963 totaled 185,317 day visitors and 3,751 over- examine and enjoy the Pain night stays. and the privilege to explo: Permits as follows affect this park: formations, but no fossils or wise, may be removed for c( Number Date Name Expiration 569 3-26-59 Crown Zellerbach-logging road 12-31-64 The Painted Hills area i 452 3- 8-39 The Preston Co.-logging road ance and one of great popu] that grew millions of years crossing Indefinite are found here in the Clarn 1609 12- 8-54 Board of Forestry & St. Helens P&P Co.-road Perpetual Ralph W. Chaney of tt Paleontology, on August 26, 1435 11-25-52 Shults & Markham-pipe line Parks Superintendent: "I crossing 11-25-77 contrast between the prese 3897 10-19-54 R. M. McLaughlin, Sr.-pipe line From the junipers of today crossing 10-19-79 the past by digging into th Otter Crest Wayside great volcanic activity may colors of the Painted Hills Otter Crest Wayside is located at the crest of Cape Foulweather, on History should surely be set the west side of the old route of U. S. Highway 101, approximately eight of Oregon." miles north of the city of Newport in Lincoln County. John Merriam of Carnet 1.48-acre tract was a gift from Wilbur S. and Florence C. Badley The State Parks Superintendent on February 20, 1928. It was their desire that the area be preserved as the Painted Hills region nea a viewpoint for use and enjoyment by the general public. The deed has place do I know of a situatih a number of restrictive clauses. change of climate and of lif Otter Crest, a bold flat-topped rock rising 453 feet above tide, has a splendid outlook of the rock-bound shore. Looking northward from An interesting article at this promontory there is a particularly fine view of near and distant The Oregonian on January surf bound shores and rock cliffs, backed by high, steep slopes. Looking raced through a western t southward there is a stretch of wide, sandy beach that reaches from recently when torrential r, Devil's Punch Bowl to the lighthouse. McArthur in Oregon Geographic Mitchell. But ranchers of Names says, "Sea Otter formerly inhabited the offshore rocks." Today the Bridge creek tributari seals, sea lions and countless sea fowl can be seen. Blue water is not uncommoi The location of this wayside at the crest of Cape Foulweather, com- Occasionally the flows of t bined with the name of a low rock approximately one-half mile off- down the winding canyon shore, evoked the name Otter Crest for this outstanding viewpoint. river. The colored waters o most unique formations . A car parking area, completely fenced for the safety of the visitor, is the only improvement at this wayside. The donor, Wilbur Badley, "The Painted Hills are has a building at the northwest corner and operates a sales business the area into huge domes. catering to the public. heavy rains start the mud The property lines of this wayside have been a point of controversy some of the Painted Hills. for many years. Considerable time and money have been spent in an "Facing the red hills, w endeavor to correctly establish the north line, without results. bluffs of the middle John D Attendance at the area during 1963 totaled 103,272 visitors. remains of rhinos and oreo( giant pigs and great cats. Painted Hills State Park and dry seasons, and they Painted Hills State Park is located north of Ochoco Highway 26, Scientists from far parts along the banks of Bridge Creek about nine miles northwest of the town Oregonians have ever hear of Mitchell in Wheeler County. From the foregoing des, The entire park-owned land, 13.2 acres, was purchased on June 23, was named Painted Hills. 1947, from L. T. and Golda Howard, title holders, and R. R. and Dorothy Improvements include t Every, contract purchasers, at a cost of $66. The 13.2-acre tract was fen In connection with the park land transfer, the grantors who owned in the park as floods and approximately 2,800 acres of land surrounding the park, granted and Attendance during 196. vested in the general public a right and privilege to go upon, visit, made in 1963. [ 170 ] day visitors and 3,751 over- examine and enjoy the Painted Hills and the area surrounding the same and the privilege to explore the fossil deposits and other geological formations, but no fossils or other objects of interest, scientific or other- Expiration wise, may be removed for commercial purposes. logging road 12-31-64 The Painted Hills area is a locality of exceptional scientific import- logging road ance and one of great popular appeal. Fossils of tree leaves and plants Indefinite that grew millions of years ago, considered to be of the Eocene period, & St. Helens are found here in the Clarno formation. Perpetual Ralph W. Chaney of the University of California, Department of -n-pipe line Paleontology, on August 26, 1939, had this to say in a letter to the State 11-25-77 Parks Superintendent: "I know of no place in the world where the contrast between the present Sr.-pipe line and the past is more fully emphasized. From the junipers of today we may go back to the giant redwoods of 10-19-79 the past by digging into the volcanic shale of the hilltop. Evidence of great volcanic activity may be seen on all sides, including the striking colors of the Painted zst of Cape Foulweather, on Hills. A place so filled with the lore of Earth History should surely be set aside ay 101, approximately eight as a permanent possession of the State ln County. of Oregon." ir S. and Florence C. Badley John Merriam of Carnegie Institute of Washington, D. C., wrote the fat the area be preserved as State Parks Superintendent on October 19, 1939, and said, "I have known mneral public. The deed has the Painted Hills region near Bridge Creek for 40 years . . . In no other place do I know of a situation in which there is a finer expression of the g 453 feet above tide, has a change of climate and of life." Looking northward from An interesting article about the area by Phil F. Brogan appeared in B view of near and distant The Oregonian on January 27, 1946. It said in part: "Blood-red water high, steep slopes. Looking raced through a western tributary of Wheeler county's Bridge creek y beach that reaches from recently when torrential rains swept the storm-sculptured lands near thur in Oregon Geographic Mitchell. But ranchers of the valley were not alarmed. Occasionally the offshore rocks." Today the Bridge creek tributaries run green. Frequently they are brown. seen. Blue water is not uncommon, and even yellow floods have been reported. of Cape Foulweather, com- Occasionally the flows of the streams of many hues blend, then surge imately one-half mile off- down the winding canyon to a junction with the turbulent John Day utstanding viewpoint. river. The colored waters originate in the Painted Hills, one of Oregon's )r the safety of the visitor, most unique formations . . . [he donor, Wilbur Badley, "The Painted Hills are predominantly red, and erosion has shaped I operates a sales business the area into huge domes. These beds are soft, and even moderately heavy rains start the mud moving in streams. Bands of yellow cross een a point of controversy some of the Painted Hills. iey have been spent in an "Facing the red hills, with their bands of yellow, are the pinnacled , without results. bluffs of the middle John Day series, in which are sealed away the stony d 103,272 visitors. remains of rhinos and oreodons, three-toed horses and ancestral camels, giant pigs and great cats. The Painted Hills change in color with wet and dry seasons, and they alter their hues under sunshine and clouds. h of Ochoco Highway 26, Scientists from far parts of the world have visited the area. Few files northwest of the town Oregonians have ever heard of the locality." From the foregoing description it is easily understood why the area vas purchased on June 23, was named Painted Hills. ers, and R. R. and Dorothy Improvements include tables, benches, stoves and an entrance road. The 13.2-acre tract was fenced. It has been difficult to maintain facilities the grantors who owned in the park as floods and stock grazing in the area do much damage. ng the park, granted and Attendance during 1962 totaled 5,703 day visitors. No count was ivilege to go upon, visit, made in 1963. 171 _40_

Pass Creek Wayside McArthur's Oregon Geot Pass Creek Wayside borders the west side of Interstate Highway 5, was born in Quebec in 1794 approximately five miles south of the city of Cottage Grove and one the head of a trapping parts mile south of the community of Divide in Douglas County. he was one of the first to The entire 15 acres in this wayside was a gift from Douglas County Eastern Oregon; he died in on November 14, 1942, to assure preservation of the good stand of maple, buried in Mountain View cE alder, fir and cedar trees on the hillside and along the stream bed Peter Ogden, known as passing through the property. of the Rocky Mountains, or Pass Creek is a descriptive name which was applied in the early is credited with having disc days to the stream on which the wayside is located because of the fact it in 1827, the Humbolt River heads in a comparatively low divide between the waters flowing into Utah, which is named in his the Willamette River and those flowing into the Umpqua River. Improvements at the ai No improvements have been made at this area and no direct use is above mentioned, picnic tab being made of it. sign has been placed near t Ogden's trip through Centre Peter Skene Ogden Scenic Wayside Attendance at the area Peter Skene Ogden Scenic Wayside is located on both sides of The Overnight camping facilities Dalles-California Highway 97, approximately nine miles north of the Permits as follows affect city of Redmond at the county line between Jefferson and Deschutes Number Date Counties. The land lies in both counties and is on both sides of the 282 10-17-51 Bonn beautiful, picturesque Crooked River Gorge. The first two parcels of land obtained for this scenic wayside were Pilot Butte State Park gifts from the Oregon Trunk Railway, one in 1925 and the other in 1926, Pilot Butte State Park b aggregating 16.9 acres. The next parcel acquired was 45.96 acres from edge of the city of Bend in the Bureau of Reclamation on February 5, 1929. An additional 40-acre The first acquisition foi tract was purchased from the State Land Board on August 26, 1930. at from Charles A. Brown of C a cost of $2.50 per acre. In order to clear an unintentional encroach- dena, California, and Franci ment which took place prior to state ownership, five acres were deeded Shilling, Receiver of the F to an adjoining landowner who had erroneously placed his farm build- Terrence Hardington Foley ings on the park land, outside of his holdings. At the close of 1963 there spected, public-spirited per was a total of 97.86 acres in Ogden Wayside. donors. The deed is dated I The park land includes that part of the Crooked River Canyon where Two small additional are both the highway bridge and the railroad bridge span the deep gorge. the southeast corner of the The canyon is 400 feet wide and 304 feet deep from bridge deck to that a small triangular pa stream bed, with vertical walls. A masonry parapet wall skirts the Highway was erroneously ii south rim beside the parking place and extends from the highway of December 31, 1963, total bridge to within a short distance of the railroad bridge. A path along Pilot Butte was named the wall provides easy access and a safe place from which to view the prominent landmark guidi deep, narrow chasm of the geologically interesting Crooked River across the desert plains of Canyon. The park setting is picturesque, the area commodious, com- safely ford the deeply cany( Daratively level and exceptionally well situated for park development. a lone cinder cone reaching The easterly half of the park land is covered with juniper but the mately 500 feet above thb westerly portion is contrastingly bare. The immediate locality and impressive panorama may I general surroundings possess many unusual scenic features that are with their several snow-c of extraordinary geologic interest and there is an over-all historic lower peaks such as Blacl background. Butte, Smith Rocks, Ochoco Water rights for 19 acres came with the land acquired from the waters of the Deschutes Rib Reclamation Service. In 1942 the Commission sold the rights for 14 lands and the juniper and p acres, leaving five for the use of the park. the Central Oregon plains. The area was named Peter Skene Ogden Scenic Wayside to honor A bronze plaque set in the courageous man who rescued the survivors of the Whitman massacre inches high and .16 of an i in December, 1847, and to commemorate Ogden's explorations into Cen- butte honoring Mr. Foley ar tral Oregon in the days when hostile Snake Indians almost constantly public to enjoy forever the I harassed the White men when starvation continually threatened them. ful observation point. Dedib [ 172 1 McArthur's Oregon Geographic Nantes oide of Interstate Highway 5, says that Peter Skene Ogden was born in Quebec in 1794; he entered y of Cottage Grove and one the Oregon country in 1818 at the head of a trapping Douglas County. party with headquarters at what is now Astoria; he was one of the first to describe and name , a gift from Douglas County geographic features in Eastern Oregon; he died in Oregon City on September 27, )n of the good stand of maple, 1853, and is buried in Mountain View cemetery in Oregon City. \ and along the stream bed Peter Ogden, known as "The Old Whitehead" to all the Indians west of the Rocky Mountains, or "M'sieu Pete" to his canoemen and ch was applied in the early servants, is credited with having discovered and named Mount Shasta, California, located because of the fact it in 1827, the Humbolt River in Nevada in 1828, and the city een the waters flowing into of Ogden, Utah, which is named in his honor. .o the Umpqua River. Improvements at the area consist of a parapet wall and path, as his area and no direct use is above mentioned, picnic tables and sanitary facilities. An informational sign has been placed near the car parking area relating to Peter Skene Ogden's trip through Central Oregon. Attendance at the area during 1963 totaled 114,362 day visitors. Located on both sides of The Overnight camping facilities have not been provided. ely nine miles north of the Permits as ?en Jefferson and Deschutes follows affect Peter Skene Ogden Scenic Wayside: and is on both sides of the Number Date Name Expiration 282 10-17-51 Bonneville Power Adm.-power line Indefinite [or this scenic wayside were n 1925 and the other in 1926, Pilot Butte State Park quired was 45.96 acres from Pilot Butte State Park borders the Bend-Burns Highway at the east 1929. An additional 40-acre edge of the city of Bend in Deschutes County. oard on August 26, 1930. at The first acquisition for this park was a gift of 100 acres of land an unintentional encroach- from Charles A. Brown of Chicago, Illinois, Kempster B. Miller of Pasa- ship, five acres were deeded dena, California, and Francis R. Welles of Bourre, France, through H. F. rusly placed his farm build- Shilling, Receiver of the First National Bank of Bend, in memory of s. At the close of 1963 there Terrence Hardington Foley, a former resident of Bend, a highly re- spected, public-spirited person and a former business associate of the rooked River Canyon where donors. The deed is dated November 3, 1927. bridge span the deep gorge. Two small additional areas were purchased in 1941, mainly to square deep from bridge deck to the southeast corner of the park land. It has been ascertained, however, iry parapet wall skirts the that a small triangular parcel of land lying south of Central Oregon extends from the highway Highway was erroneously included in the deed to the state. Park land as Iroad bridge. A path along of December 31, 1963, totaled 100.74 acres. ace from which to view the Pilot Butte was named first by the early Oregon pioneers. It was a interesting Crooked River prominent landmark guiding their course for many miles westward 'he area commodious, com- across the desert plains of Central Oregon toward a suitable place to ated for park development. safely ford the deeply canyoned Deschutes River. Pilot Butte is actually 'ered with juniper but the a lone cinder cone reaching an elevation of 4,136 feet and rising approxi- he immediate locality and mately 500 feet above the surrounding lands. From its summit an al scenic features that are impressive panorama may be seen. The tops of the Cascade Mountains ere is an over-all historic with their several snow-capped peaks are visible, as well as many lower peaks such as Black Butte. Lava Butte, Pringle Butte, Round he land acquired from the Butte, Smith Rocks, Ochoco Mountains, Paulina Mountains and the clear sion sold the rights for 14 waters of the Deschutes River as it winds its way through the irrigated lands and the juniper and pine forested areas of the nearly level floor of n Scenic Wayside to honor the Central Oregon plains. rs of the Whitman massacre A bronze plaque set in a lava rock monument, 50 inches wide, 48 len's explorations into Cen- inches high and .16 of an inch thick, was placed at the summit of the A Indians almost constantly butte honoring Mr. Foley and praising those who made it possible for the )ntinually threatened them. public to enjoy forever the beauties which can be seen from this wonder- ful observation point. Dedication was held on September 30, 1928. [ 173 ] Improvements include a two-way road spiraling to the summit of of 34 acres from Moore Mill Pilot Butte, a small parking space, an area for turning and a pedestal This tract contained a good upon which an alidade has been mounted with pointers indicating the The 160-acre tract first many geological features and prominent points of interest dotting the poses in March, 1942, as th surrounding countryside. Also, a single pole antenna was installed atop needed in the war effort. 'I the butte for use by the state in its radio system. of the values obtained. In t An agreement was made in 1944 for the U. S. War Department to use of land 20 feet wide, or 1.20 the park as an airplane observation post. The agreement was terminated frontage. The company OpE about a year later. operations. Bend was granted an easement in 1959 for an access The city of In February, 1944, an e. corner of the park from LaFayette Street to road across the northwest 1.4 acres, was given to Curry property on which is located a water tank. city-owned side of the highway, amou use in 1963 was 44,354 day visitors. Park Road Division as right of Permits as follows affect this park: acres at the close of 1963. Number Date Name Termznation A good stand of Port Or 2712 7-2-48 Deschutes County-pipeline crossing 7-2-73 and preservation of these traveler was desired. A fir Pistol River State Park area was later planted to cc Pistol River State Park is located on the west side of U. S. Highway tive elements might occur. 101, between Pistol River and Crook Point, approximately 11 miles The name Port Orford C south of the city of Gold Beach in Curry County. No active use has been a The first land for this park was 58 acres purchased from Haeckel Timeus on January 25, 1962, at a cost of $580. On April 30, 1962, a tract Portland Women's Forum S of 135.35 acres was acquired from the Bureau of Land Management at a Portland Women's Forui cost of $339. Another tract of 7.9 acres was purchased from Charles on the north side of Scenic Means, et al, on September 27, 1962, at a cost of $3,875.41. Two tracts, miles east of Portland and totaling 209.60 acres, were purchased in 1963 at a total cost of $41,575.68. Point in Multnomah Count~ As of the close of 1963 the park had a total of 410.85 acres. The 3.71-acre tract was The park land, lying between the highway and the Pacific Ocean, deed dated October 19, 196: bounded on the north by Pistol River and on the south by Crook Point, entrance of the Columbia R is a long stretch of shore line possessing large sand dunes adjacent to a This property is the site wide, sandy beach. It has a variety of interesting features. Its elevation ago was located at a vantage is from sea level to a probable 100 feet, the result of moving sands. its magnificent canyon and Nature has stabilized the sand in some places; others have been planted to the north. The Inn was to grass. Sand Creek, an intermittent stream, flows through the area. As a condition of the The 160-foot high rock knoll at the southern border, known as Crook named Portland Women's: Point, is virtually a seashore vista for viewing the coast five miles north proved. On the level groi to Cape Sebastian and ten miles south to Cape Ferrelo. It also overlooks installed a memorial with an unusually scenic cluster of protruding rocks immediately offshore. bronze plaque inscribed wit The park was named for Pistol River which flows along the northern The remainder of the lan border and empties into the Pacific Ocean nearby. Lewis A. McArthur growing brush indigenous l in Oregon Geographic Names says that Pistol River acquired its name in parking area. 1853 after a pistol was lost in the stream. At the entrance to this No improvements have been made at this park. the memory of Samuel Hi first road through the Gorg Port Orford Cedar Forest Wayside No count of the visitors Port Orford Cedar Forest Wayside is located seven miles north of the Prineville Reservoir State city of Port Orford, on both sides of U. S. Highway 101, at the junction of the airport road, approximately two miles north of Sixes River in Prineville Reservoir St. Curry County. of Prineville, on the north The land first acquired for this wayside was 160 acres on the east of Prineville Dam on Crool side of the highway, purchased from Port Orford Commercial Company The entire 365-acre par] on July 22, 1930, at a cost of $2,400. The next parcel of land was a gift lease from the U. S. Burea [ 174 ] -S

spiraling to the summit of of 34 acres from Moore Mill and Lumber Company on January 21, 1931. for turning and a pedestal This tract contained a good stand of old Port Orford cedar timber. jith pointers indicating the The 160-acre tract first mentioned above was sold for mining pur- ints of interest dotting the poses in March, 1942, as the black sand found under the surface was antenna was installed atop needed in the war effort. The consideration was $2,400, plus a portion tem. of the values obtained. In the transfer the Commission retained a strip .S. War Department to use of land 20 feet wide, or 1.20 acres, along the full length of the highway B agreement was terminated frontage. The company operated for a very short while before closing ient in 1959 for an access operations. i from LaFayette Street to In February, 1944, an easement for the airport road, amounting to ater tank. 1.4 acres, was given to Curry County. The extra right of way on the east side of the highway, amounting to 1.20 acres, was transferred to the Road Division as right of way. The net area in the park was 32.60 acres at the close of 1963. Terminaoon A good stand of Port Orford cedar trees covered the remaining area )eline crossing 7-2-73 and preservation of these beautiful trees for the enjoyment of the traveler was desired. A fire destroyed all of the timber in 1936. The area was later planted to cedar trees in the hope that no future destruc- vest side of U. S. Highway tive elements might occur. t, approximately 11 miles The name Port Orford Cedar Forest Wayside is indicative of the area. nty. No active use has been made of the park land. s purchased from Haeckel On April 30, 1962, a tract Portland Women's Forum State Park v of Land Management at a Portland Women's Forum State Park is located at Chanticleer Point, s purchased from Charles on the north side of Scenic Columbia River Highway, approximately 22 t of $3,875.41. Two tracts, miles east of Portland and one mile west of the Vista House at Crown it a total cost of $41,575.68. Point in Multnomah County. f 410.85 acres. The 3.71-acre tract was a gift from the Portland Women's Forum by ay and the Pacific Ocean, deed dated October 19, 1962. Preservation of the viewpoint at the west the south by Crook Point, entrance of the Columbia River Gorge was the motive. Z sand dunes adjacent to a This property is the site of the old Chanticleer Inn which many years ting features. Its elevation ago was located at a vantage point overlooking the great Columbia River, e result of moving sands. its magnificent canyon and the beautiful, green timbered mountains far ; others have been planted to the north. The Inn was destroyed by fire nearly 40 years ago. l, flows through the area. As a condition of the gift, the Forum requested that the area be i border, known as Crook named Portland Women's Forum State Park, and the Commission ap- the coast five miles north proved. On the level ground near the car parking area, the Forum Ferrelo. It also overlooks installed a memorial with arrows pointing to various landmarks and a cks immediately offshore. bronze plaque inscribed with names of life members of the organization. h flows along the northern The remainder of the land is a sloping hillside, covered with low- arby. Lewis A. McArthur growing brush indigenous to the area. An old roadway is used as a car River acquired its name in parking area. At the entrance to this park another monument has been placed to park. the memory of Samuel Hill, through whose efforts and influence the first road through the Gorge was constructed. No count of the visitors to the area has been made. d seven miles north of the ,hway 101, at the junction Prineville Reservoir State Park s north of Sixes River in Prineville Reservoir State Park is located about 17 miles southeast of Prineville, on the northern shore of the lake created by construction ,vas 160 acres on the east of Prineville Dam on Crooked River in Crook County. ord Commercial Company The entire 365-acre park was acquired in June, 1961, under a 50-year parcel of land was a gift lease from the U. S. Bureau of Reclamation through the Crook County [ 175 1 Court which holds the principal lease from the Bureau covering all of the land around the lake. highway and the Grande I ponderosa pine with an abi The terrain of the park area is rolling and slopes toward the reser- near the stream. The beau voir. There is no tree cover. Crook County constructed a paved road to the area furnishes great intE the park in 1961. and hunters. Park facilities include a boat ramp, oiled car parking area, picnic The area was named Rec facilities, 69-unit overnight camp with 47 tent sites and 22 trailer fact that Union County ke camps, a well, 20,000 gallon water storage tank, bathhouse, tables, highway became a part of t stoves, benches and sanitary facilities. All roads in the camp area are the name. oil surfaced, as well as the boat parking area. An electric power line Developments are an ent to serve the overnight camp area was constructed in 1962. The Central the usual picnic facilities, Electric Co-op furnished the line extension and power demands are for in facilities. At one time a minimum of $108 per year. a smin use was small and the camp Attendance during 1963 totaled 147,000 day visitors and 23,702 over- three springs located on U. night stays. utilization of a 5,000-gallon, Permits as follows affect this park: abandoned railroad compan, Number Date Name Expiration park. 2326 6-27-61 Crook County-development as Attendance at the park d State Park 6-27-2011 Redmond-Bend Juniper Wal 8- 9-62 Central Electric Co-op-electric service 8- 9-72 Redmond-Bend Juniper ' totaling 635.16 acres, locate( Prospect Wayside to or bisected by The Dalles- Prospect Wayside is located on the Crater Lake Highway at the All ten tracts of land we Rogue River bridge, approximately 44 miles northeast of Medford in in 1945 after seven years of Jackson County. It borders the relocated section of highway and includes Land Board, at the request o the abandoned portion of the road between the Rogue River and the lands in Harney County for l south edge of the community of Prospect. ing Service. The Highway ( Two oddly-shaped tracts of timberland, containing 10.70 acres, com- the State Land Board at a c prise this wayside. One tract, containing 5.70 acres, was purchased on Acquisition of this land March 2, 1931, from the Rogue River Timber Company. An adjoining the good stand of old-growt tract, containing five acres, was purchased on October 3, 1957, from hundred years old. The tr California-Oregon Power Company. restful section of road for t1n Acquisition was to preserve the fine stand of old trees growing on be only a desert, sand-blowr the property and to safeguard the natural effect along the route of the The name chosen for thi relocated highway. the beautiful juniper trees w It is needless to mention that the area was named Prospect Wayside No active use has been wf because of its nearness to the community of the same name. Permits as follows affect No active use has been made of the wayside. Number Date Red Bridge State Park Letter 2-7-52 Central F Red Bridge State Park is located 7.4 miles south of Interstate High- Robert W. Sawyer State Par way 80N, on Hilgard-Starkey Secondary Highway, at the crossing of Grande Ronde River in Union County. Robert W. Sawyer State Dalles-California Highway 9 An area, containing 35.2 acres, was obtained from Mt. Emily Lumber in Deschutes County. Company in March, 1951, in exchange for ten acres of land owned by the Highway Commission. An additional 2-acre tract, the abandoned The first acquisition for t railroad right of way through the property, was a gift from Boise Cas- Land Board at a cost of $11 cade Corporation in July, 1961, making a total of 37.20 acres in the park containing 1.04 acres, was pi at the close of 1963. cost of $7,500. This small tra The park land is quite level, except the moderately steep westerly contains a modest home whii one-third which is a part of the canyon wall. The area is cut by the ranger. The total acreage in 1963. F 176 1 L the Bureau covering all of highway and the Grande Ronde River. Tree coverage is principally ponderosa pine with an abundance of poplar, cottonwood and willows and slopes toward the reser- near the stream. The beautiful Grande Ronde River flowing through constructed a paved road to the area furnishes great interest to park visitors as well as to fishermen and hunters. ed car parking area, picnic The area was named Red Bridge many years ago, no doubt from the 7 tent sites and 22 trailer fact that Union County kept the bridge painted red long before the ge tank, bathhouse, tables, highway became a part of the secondary system. The park perpetuates roads in the camp area are the name. rea. An electric power line ructed in 1962. The Central Developments are an entrance road, car parking space, playfield and the and power demands are for usual picnic facilities, including tables, benches, stoves and sanitary facilities. At one time a small overnight camp was constructed but the use was small and the camp was discontinued. Water was obtained from lay visitors and 23,702 over- three springs located on U. S. Forest Service land west of the park and utilization of a 5,000-gallon, steel, water-storage tank acquired from the abandoned railroad company. Water right #23884 was obtained for this Expiratzon park. 'elopment as Attendance at the park during 1963 totaled 32,632 day visitors. 6-27-2011 Redmond-Bend Juniper Wayside -op-electric 8- 9-72 Redmond-Bend Juniper Wayside contains ten separate tracts of land totaling 635.16 acres, located between Redmond and Bend, all adjacent to or bisected by The Dalles-California Highway 97 in Deschutes County. ater Lake Highway at the All ten tracts of land were acquired through the State Land Board es northeast of Medford in in 1945 after seven years of arduous and tedious negotiations. The State ion of highway and includes Land Board, at the request of the State Highway Commission, exchanged i the Rogue River and the lands in Harney County for these tracts held by the United States Graz- ing Service. The Highway Commission then purchased the tracts from ontaining 10.70 acres, com- the State Land Board at a cost of $2.50 per acre, or a total of $1,587.90. 70 acres, was purchased on Acquisition of this land was for the primary purpose of preserving er Company. An adjoining the good stand of old-growth juniper trees, many of which are several on October 3, 1957, from hundred years old. The tree growth along the highway provides a restful section of road for the traveler instead of what might otherwise nd of old trees growing on be only a desert, sand-blown area. ffect along the route of the The name chosen for this wayside is indicative of the location and the beautiful juniper trees which adorn the roadside. as named Prospect Wayside No active use has been made of these tracts. the same name. Permits as follows affect this wayside: ide. Number Date Naeme Expzratzon Letter 2-7-52 Central Electric Co-op.-const. capacitor Indefinite Žs south of Interstate High- Robert W. Sawyer State Park ighway, at the crossing of Robert W. Sawyer State Park is located on the old route of The Dalles-California Highway 97, Led from Mt. Emily Lumber near the northern edge of the city of Bend in en acres of land owned by Deschutes County. -acre tract, the abandoned The first acquisition for this park was a 40-acre tract from the State was a gift from Boise Cas- Land Board at a cost of $100 on April 28, 1931. An additional tract, id of 37.20 acres in the park containing 1.04 acres, was purchased in 1949 from Wilbur Samples at a cost of $7,500. This small tract is located on the east side of the road and moderately steep westerly contains a modest home which is being used as a residence by the park Lll. The area is cut by the ranger. The total acreage in the park was 41.04 acres as of the close of 1963. [177 Obtaining the land and naming this park was principally to honor Permits as follows affect Robert W. Sawyer, a former highway commissioner (8-1-27 to 5-28-30), Number Date a newspaper publisher in the city of Bend and a civic-minded citizen 1009 3-8-38 Highway who did much in furthering the idea of state parks and the planning of the organization. Rogue River Forest Wayside The park terrain is somewhat level and is covered with juniper and pine trees. The Deschutes River cuts through the area, forming a deep Rogue River Forest Way gorge through the basalt rock in the westerly one-half of the park. The Lake Highway 62, approxin easterly portion along the right bank of the stream is low and provides County. The southeast corn( a delightful area for park patrons to picnic. of way. Two easements across adjacent property were obtained. One was to The 40-acre tract cons secure drinking water from Bend's city system and the other to acquire March 22, 1948, from Jackso irrigation water from the Deschutes Reclamation and Irrigation Com- the timber thereon was pa: pany for the park needs and for use at the ranger's residence. Development of a large park planned and this tract would Improvements include an entrance road, car parking area, trails and cost of other areas in the vic picnic facilities on both sides of the river, a foot bridge over the stream, The terrain is generally s water, sanitary facilities, tables, benches and stoves. oak and fir trees with a few Attendance during 1963 totaled 37,027 day visitors. The name Rogue River Permits as follows affect this park area: because of its location and ti Number Date Name Expiration No improvements have L 2560 9-20-62 Pacific Power & Light Co-elec. service Indefinite area.

Water right for one acre-Deschutes Reclamation & Irrigation Co. Rogue River Overlook Ways Rogue River Overlook W Rocky Creek Wayside Lake Highway 62, approxir Rocky Creek Wayside is located on both sides of U. S. Highway 101, Jackson County. between Whale Cove and Rocky Creek, approximately two miles south The 40 acres in this ways of Depoe Bay in Lincoln County. March 22, 1948, at a cost of ' The first area obtained for this coast line wayside was 33.05 acres was intended to become a p in June, 1926. It was purchased from an Indian family, Louis Klamath, upper Rogue River. Near th Jane Butler, et al, through the U. S. Indian Agent, at a cost of $600. A pice dropping into the deep I gift of 22.75 acres was received from the U. S. General Land Office in From the brink of the can, September, 1926. An additional 2.27-acre tract was purchased in 1936 canyon and the mighty Rogu and another 0.61 of an acre in 1953. Realignment of U. S. Highway 101 of the canyon on its way tom necessitated relinquishing, in 1954, one-fourth of an acre at the northeast The narrow strip of level corner of the wayside to an adjoining landowner in order that he might is sufficiently large to allow provide sufficient car parking space for patrons of his restaurant. These the scenery. A few oak and transactions left a total of 58.43 acres remaining in the wayside as of the No improvements have close of 1963. warrant recording the numb Attempts have been made to enlarge the park but the price of land in this vicinity has been a deterring factor. Rooster Rock State Park The terrain is rolling with a gradual slope toward the edge of the Rooster Rock State Park steep, rocky shore where waves break heavily against the rocky cliffs. land, on the Columbia Rive Tree cover is mostly spruce with salal and thimbleberry for the low- entrance to the Columbia Rih growing cover. The principal attraction of this wayside is the marine Pacific Railroad tracks and views of the turbulent ocean with its outlying, surf-bound reefs and the park. rock islets along the three-quarter mile shore line. The first area acquired GA The area was named for Rocky Creek, a small stream which closely the meander line of the Colu parallels the south boundary line, mostly outside of the park, and enters Land Board at a cost of $271 the sea at the extreme southwest corner of the tract. land purchases ranging in si: Improvements include a circular entrance road and complete day use $9,000 for the tracts. Thes facilities. rights of way between 1937 Attendance during 1963 totaled 81,886 day visitors. nection with a fish seining a [ 178] ark was principally to honor Permits as follows affect this wayside: iissioner (8-1-27 to 5-28-30), Number Date Name d and a civic-minded citizen Expzratzon 1009 3-8-38 Highway rte parks and the planning of Dept.-pipe line crossing U. S. 101 3-8-63 Rogue I is covered with juniper and River Forest Wayside igh the area, forming a deep Rogue River Forest Wayside is located on the south side of Crater 1ly one-half of the park. The Lake Highway 62, approximately ten miles north of Trail in Jackson e stream is low and provides County. The southeast corner of the wayside touches the highway right of way. X were obtained. One was to The 40-acre tract comprising this wayside was purchased on tem and the other to acquire March 22, 1948, from Jackson County at a cost of $180. Preservation of imation and Irrigation Comi- the timber thereon was part of the reason for purchasing this land. ranger's residence. Development of a large park along the banks of upper Rogue River was car parking area, trails and planned and this tract would then become a part of that large park. The foot bridge over the stream, cost of other areas in the vicinity changed this plan. id stoves. The terrain is generally steep and is cut by Lost Creek. The cover is oak and fir trees lay visitors. with a few other minor species. The name Rogue River Forest Wayside was chosen for this area because of its location and tree cover. Expiratzon No improvements have been made and no use is being made of the 'o.-elec. service Indefinite area. imation & Irrigation Co. Rogue River Overlook Wayside Rogue River Overlook Wayside is located on the south side of Crater Lake Highway 62, approximately five miles southwest of Prospect in sides of U. S. Highway 101, Jackson County. Droximately two miles south The 40 acres in this wayside was purchased from Jackson County on March 22, 1948, at a cost of $360. This overlook is a tract of land which ne wayside was 33.05 acres was intended to become a part of a large park along the banks of the dian family, Louis Klamath, upper Rogue River. Near the highway on this tract is an abrupt preci- Agent, at a cost of $600. A pice dropping into the deep Rogue River canyon hundreds of feet below. F. S. General Land Office in From the brink of the canyon wall, superb views can be had of the -ract was purchased in 1936 canyon and the mighty Rogue River as it restlessly surges along the floor riment of U. S. Highway 101 of the canyon on its way toward the sea. Lh of an acre at the northeast The narrow strip of level land between the highway and the canyon wner in order that he might is sufficiently large to allow the traveler to park his car while viewing 'ons of his restaurant. These the scenery. A few oak and fir trees are growing on the area. iing in the wayside as of the No improvements have been made. The use is not sufficient to warrant recording the number of visitors. park but the price of land in Rooster Rock State Park ope toward the edge of the Rooster Rock State Park is located 23 miles east of the city rily against the rocky cliffs. of Port- land, on the Columbia River Highway (Interstate 80N), near the west thimbleberry for the low- entrance to the Columbia River Gorge in Multnomah County. The Union this wayside is the marine Pacific Railroad tracks and the Columbia River form the boundaries of ying, surf-bound reefs and the park. e line. The first area acquired was 54.38 acres of overflow land lying below small stream which closely the meander line of the Columbia River. It was obtained from the State rside of the park, and enters Land Board at a cost of $271.90 on June 8, 1937. There were seven other he tract. land purchases ranging in size from 17 to 280 acres at costs from $410 to \ road and complete day use $9,000 for the tracts. These properties were acquired with highway rights of way between 1937 and 1946. The land had been used in con- iy visitors. nection with a fish seining and canning industry on the Columbia River. [ 179 ] An exchange of land was completed in 1954 whereby Fritz Luscher was Two bids for leasing 72 given 12 acres from the southeast corner of the park and the state and railroad tracks were rc received 6.25 acres of timberland at Shepperd's Dell State Park. The 1958. The successful bidde total acreage in Rooster Rock State Park was 812.65 acres at the close annual fee of $505.50. The IE of 1963. A large concession build The area was obtained to provide a swimming beach and picnic area concession facilities, lavator and to promote boating interests that could be developed. The views of for the police force. the Columbia River and the canyon walls are good, the walls displaying Bids were called for ope: an evergreen coat throughout the year and an occasional splash of white prises was the high bidder. when the dogwood trees are flowering. at 20 '4 of the gross take. In The terrain is low and a great portion of it floods during extremely with the lease and demandec high water periods. The waters from Youngs Creek and Latourell Creek not wishing to revise the lez form a lake between the highway and the railroad. The higher lands 1960. A new agreement wa within the park are covered with maple, alder, willow, cottonwood and under the same terms after various other species of native shrubs. Improvements consist of Rooster Rock State Park has slightly more than three and one-half for 3,000 cars, picnic areas w miles of frontage along the Columbia River. This long, sandy, gently water, trails, four sanitary f sloping river frontage furnishes a dune-like playground and an excellent ing with shower baths, toi swimming beach for park patrons. The rock itself is a tall, columnar, launching ramp and boat t basaltic spire rising to a height of several hundred feet. It is located lineal feet of shore line was near the west end of the park and serves many river boatmen as a guide Attendance during 1963 i mark. It attracts the eye of the artist, geologist and rock climber. The facilities have not been prov rock, with its 28.54 acres of surrounding land, was acquired in 1938 at a Permits as follows affect cost of $10,000, 75W, of which was charged to the park. Number Date Rooster Rock State Park was named after this tall, shapely mono- 4906 8--14-56 PC lith. This area has a direct connection with history, as Lewis A. Mc- -22-58 PC Arthur in his Oregon Geographic Names say about Rooster Rock: "This 5437 12- is probably the rock mentioned by Lewis and Clark as their camping 654 4--18-56 from M. place on the night of Saturday, November 2, 1805." To further sub- 653 4-19-56 from 0. stantiate its connection with history, Universal Picture Corporation 662 6-14-56 from U. obtained authority on August 3, 1951, to utilize an area at Rooster Rock 1-11-57 from Cc to film a historic picture relating to early travel in the settlement of the west. 5-13-57 from Cc Plans for an entrance road, including a traffic interchange, and construction of park facilities were ordered by the Highway Commission in August, 1955. The contract was completed in 1956 and dedication of the 1922 12-17-57 C park was on July 25, 1957. The Portland Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Service Committee were instrumental in the dedication program. 2366 5- 9-61 01 In order to obtain drinking water for the park, a contract was entered into with the Corbett Water District to tap its lines near the Roseburg State Park Vista House high on the hill to the south of the park. In connection with Roseburg State Park is 1. this work, two easements were obtained in order to cross lands near the fork of the Umpqua Rivei Vista House. Southern Pacific Railroad in Latourell Creek channel from near Rooster Rock to the Columbia The 16.34-acre tract was River, a distance of approximately one-half a mile, was dredged to a Affairs, through the Gener. depth of four feet and width of 40 feet to accommodate small boats. 1956, at a cost of $4,362.06. Provision was made for a paved boat launching ramp 40 x 100 feet. The Multnomah County Sheriff reported that there was heavy traffic The area was purchased into the park almost daily and on Sunday, July 28, 1957, there were development, and (2) the I 10,836 visitors. Lifeguards were placed in the park and six loud speakers Administration with access t have been properly placed and connected to the police office located in the land but did not have the concession building. One of the so-called walkie-talkie radios was overcome the situation of ar given to each lifeguard. A telephone booth was placed in the park near way Commission agreed to the concession building. would develop it. The trans [1801 whereby Fritz Luscher was Two bids for leasing 72 acres of grazing land between the highway of the park and the state and railroad tracks were received by the Commission on January 16, erd's Dell State Park. The 1958. The successful bidder was Multnomah Falls Gift Shop at an as 812.65 acres at the close annual fee of $505.50. The lease ran for five years and was not renewed. A large concession building was built in 1956 to accommodate the ming beach and picnic area concession facilities, lavatories and baths. It also provides office space be developed. The views of for the police force. B good, the walls displaying Bids were called for operation of the concession and P. & A. Enter- o occasional splash of white prises was the high bidder. A lease was entered into on March 27, 1958, at 20V. of the gross take. In 1960 P. & A. Enterprises became dissatisfied it floods during extremely with the lease and demanded that the rate be reduced. The Commission, Creek and Latourell Creek not wishing to revise the lease as requested, cancelled it in September, railroad. The higher lands 1960. A new agreement was entered into with Otha Jones of Portland er, willow, cottonwood and under the same terms after again having called for bids. Improvements consist of entrance road, curbed parking area ample re than three and one-half for 3,000 cars, picnic areas with many tables, benches, electric stoves and . This long, sandy, gently water, trails, four sanitary facilities, swimming beach, concession build- layground and an excellent ing with shower baths, toilets and space for the police office, boat i itself is a tall, columnar, launching ramp and boat trailer parking space. Approximately 1,000 iundred feet. It is located lineal feet of shore line was protected with riprapping. Ly river boatmen as a guide Attendance during 1963 was 319,936 day visitors. Overnight camping gist and rock climber. The facilities have not been provided. was acquired in 1938 at a Permits as the park. follows affect this park: ?r this tall, shapely mono- Number Date Name Expiration history, as Lewis A. Mc- 4906 8-14-56 Portland Gen. Elec.-line crossing Indefinite about Rooster Rock: "This 5437 12-22-58 Portland Gen. Elec.-line crossing ,, ad Clark as their camping 654 4-18-56 from Mary M. Gilbaugh-pipe line Perpetual 2, 1805." To ,, further sub- 653 4-19-56 from 0. L. and A. L. Dimmitt-pipe line ersal Picture Corporation 662 6-14-56 from U. P. Railroad Co-pipe line Indefinite ze an area at Rooster Rock zel in the settlement of the 1-11-57 from Corps of Engineers-deepen La- tourell Creek ,, iffic interchange, and con- 5-13-57 from Corps of Engineers-floating log ie Highway Commission in boom 1956 and dedication of the 1922 12-17-57 Columbia Tel. Co.-pay phone 30-day hamber of Commerce and notice in the dedication program. 2366 5- 9-61 Otha A. Jones-concession area 12-31-63 the park, a contract was to tap its lines near the Roseburg State Park B park. In connection with Roseburg State Park is located in the city of Roseburg, on the south ler to cross lands near the fork of the Umpqua River, between Interstate Highway 5 and the Southern Pacific Railroad in Douglas County. ,er Rock to the Columbia The 16.34-acre tract was obtained a mile, was dredged to a from the Department of Veterans Affairs, through Accommodate small boats. the General Services Administration, on December 7, g ramp 40 x 100 feet. 1956, at a cost of $4,362.06. iat there was heavy traffic The area was purchased because (1) the land was suitable for park July 28, 1957, there were development, and (2) the land was offered for sale by the Veterans Dark and six loud speakers Administration with access to the freeway. The city of Roseburg wanted he police office located in the land but did not have the necessary funds to purchase it, so, to walkie-talkie radios was overcome the situation of an unwanted access to the freeway, the High- is placed in the park near way Commission agreed to pay for the land if the city of Roseburg would develop it. The transfer was approved by the federal authorities. [ 181 ] However, in 1959 the business section of the city of Roseburg was badly wrecked by an explosion of a heavily laden truck of explosives. Repairing the damage took all of the city's available funds so the city asked for a three year extension of time for development of the park. This met with approval by the proper federal authorities. The state renders biennial reports to the National Park Service relative to the area. No use has been made of this park. Rough and Ready Wayside Rough and Ready Wayside is located on Redwood Highway 199, at the crossing of Rough and Ready Creek, approximately seven miles south of Kerby in Josephine County. A federally-owned tract of land, containing 70 acres, was leased in 1937 for a 20-year period. Renewal of the lease was not possible as part of the land was 0. & C. lands and could no longer be leased. Negotia- tions were started for the state to acquire that portion of the land under the jurisdiction of the Bureau of Land Management, and on March 19, 1962, a patent was received covering 30 acres of the original tract. This 30-acre tract has been divided, 11 acres to the Parks Division and the balance under the jurisdiction of the Road Division as highway right of way. This 11-acre park tract comprises the wayside as of the close of 1963. Preservation of the native plant material growing on Rough and Ready Wayside, for the public to enjoy the beauty of the early spring- blooming flowers and shrubs, was urged by the Illinois Valley Garden Club, then under the direction of Mrs. Harry 0. Smith. Rough and Ready Wayside was named for the nearby stream. Oregon Geographic Nanmes says ,"The creek was named in the mining excite- ment of the fifties. . . Rough and Ready was the affectionate nickname given to General, later President, Zachary Taylor. The stream was probably named by a veteran of the Mexican War who admired General Taylor. General Taylor died in 1850 and the Josephine County gold rush began but a few years later." No active use has been made of the area and no improvements have been made. Saddle Mountain State Park Saddle Mountain State Park is located at the end of Saddle Moun- tain Road in central Clatsop County, approximately seven miles north from a point on Sunset Highway 26 near Necanicum Junction. The rark contains the high peak known as Saddle Mountain. The first land acquired for this park was a gift of 1,280 acres from 0. W. and Nellie Taylor on November 21, 1928. Another gift of 1,401.96 acres was received from the State Land Board on December 5, 1935. Five purchases were made, amountinc to 372.05 acres, increasing the park land to a total of 3,054.01 acres at the close of 1963. The land received from the State Land Board was a gift to the state from the U. S. Government. It had been set aside by the governr'nt on August 11, 1916, to be preserved as a park area. The State Lend Board believed that the Highway Commission, through its Parks Divi- sion, was in a much better position to care for the area. Shepperd's Dell Statc Park an The state leased 15 acres of land near the junction of Saddle Moun- tain Road and Sunset Highway for use as a Civilian Conservation Corps [ 182 ] )n of the city of Roseburg was vily laden truck of explosives. ty's available funds so the city e for development of the park. Xderal authorities. to the National Park Service

I on Redwood Highway 199, at rk, approximately seven miles taining 70 acres, was leased in [e lease was not possible as part I no longer be leased. Negotia- zthat portion of the land under Vanagement, and on March 19, acres of the original tract. This to the Parks Division and the id Division as highway right of the wayside as of the close of iterial growing on Rough and the beauty of the early spring- I by the Illinois Valley Garden arry 0. Smith. I for the nearby stream. Oregon s named in the mining excite- -was the affectionate nickname iary Taylor. The stream was ican War who admired General nd the Josephine County gold rea and no improvements have

~d at the end of Saddle Moun- proximately seven miles north Necanicum Junction. The nark Mountain. was a gift of 1,280 acres from ,1928. Another gift of 1,401.96 I Board on December 5, 1935. to 372.05 acres, increasing the 'le close of 1963. d Board was a gift to the state a set aside by the government a park area. The State LBnd ission, through its Parks Divi- for the area. Shepperd's Dell State Park and old highway bridge. the junction of Saddle Moun- a Civilian Conservation Corps

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camp in June, 1935, at a cos The CCC's did considerable w the 7.25-mile entrance road; Several applications to hz been rejected as the road is ni The principal attraction derived its name, is Saddle for the 3,283-foot double pea tions from the mountain top. ington and Oregon are plainl shore line along the Pacific a. with its boat traffic moving i below the highest peak of S forest lookout station atop the very steadily all year, while, of the mountain dry up soon, After a visit to the park z Peak on June 19, 1947, (the I and fifteen minutes), W. A. L on the mountain: "The brok to be a favorite hunting groi 2,000 specimens of flora have not found elsewhere in this Lake Owyhee State Park-Canyon wall and lake. highly prized, exceedingly ra scientists declare grows now was first found by the indef a Logging activities in the v State parks weren't so numerous in earlier days but they were still the mountain, during the yea nopular nlaces for familu iutinn.q did forests of spruce, hemlo( land. State laws required t making a good showing when which occurred on Thanksgix considerable damage to the y( older trees. Reforestation has As many as 70 elk in one ] as they roamed the mountain have been seen in the herd. reduced through natural caus Improvements at the par area, trail to the top of the picnic area with tables, bencl The state forces constructed reservoir and a small overnig a water source. Attendance during 1963 to stays. Permits as follows affect 1 Number Date PF 242 8-7-53 State Bc buildii

448 12-1-61 Crown sing camp in June, 1935, at a cost of $250 per year for a two year period. The CCC's did considerable work in the park during their stay, including the 7.25-mile entrance road and a trail to the top of Saddle Mountain. Several applications to haul logs over the park entrance road have been rejected as the road is not suitable for that purpose. The principal attraction of this park, one from which the area derived its name, is Saddle Mountain, an unusually descriptive name for the 3,283-foot double peak. Splendid views can be had in all directions from the mountain top. Several snow-capped mountains in Wash- ington and Oregon are plainly visible on clear days, as well as miles of shore line along the Pacific and the broad mouth of the Columbia River with its boat traffic moving in and out to sea. Approximately 100 feet below the highest peak of Saddle Mountain is a spring from which a forest lookout station atop the mountain gets its water. The spring flows very steadily all year, while other springs and creeks down the gulches of the mountain dry up soon after the end of the rainy season. After a visit to the park and a climb to the top of Saddle Mountain Peak on June 19, 1947, (the leisurely trail climbing time was two hours and fifteen minutes), W. A. Langille wrote the following about the flora on the mountain: "The broken slopes of Saddle Mountain are reputed to be a favorite hunting ground for botanists. It is alleged that some 2,000 specimens of flora have been classified. Many growing there are not found elsewhere in this region. Most notable among these is the highly prized, exceedingly rare Crucifer, Cardamine pattersonii, which scientists declare grows nowhere else but on this mountain, where it was first found by the indefatigable Professor Henderson." Logging activities in the vicinity of the park and to the very base of r days but they were still the mountain, during the years 1920 to 1930, greatly reduced the splen- tar places for family outinas did forests of spruce, hemlock, fir and cedar which once covered the land. State laws required the burning of debris. Reproduction was making a good showing when several fires in the area, one in particular which occurred on Thanksgiving Day 1936 and another in 1939, caused considerable damage to the young trees and the few remaining stands of older trees. Reforestation has since been very good. As many as 70 elk in one herd have been counted as recently as 1950 as they roamed the mountain slopes. Even the Albino elk, now a rarity, have been seen in the herd. This number, however, may have been reduced through natural causes or hunting. Improvements at the park include the entrance road, car parking area, trail to the top of the mountain, sanitary facilities and a small picnic area with tables, benches and stoves, all constructed by the CCC. The state forces constructed a Quonset hut in 1948, a water storage reservoir and a small overnight camp with six tent sites, and developed a water source. Attendance during 1963 totaled 26,492 day visitors and 463 overnight stays. Permits as follows affect this park: Number Date Name Expiration PF 242 8-7-53 State Board of Forestry-fire lookout building As long as needed 448 12-1-61 Crown Zellerbach Corp.-road crossing Perpetual [ 183 1 V= ------I __ - _ -, 111impowom __

Samuel H. Boardman State Park parking area, water and & the ocean beaches. Samuel H. Boardman State Park is located north of the city of Brookings in Curry County. It begins approximately four miles north of Attendance during 196 the city and extends northerly approximately 11 miles to Crook Ranch. totals as follows: The first acquisition for this coast line park was 121 acres, purchased Lone Ranch in May, 1949, from Geneva Bell Nichols at a cost of $12,159. Twelve House Rock (W other purchases followed, the most recent of which was 83 acres from Whales Head the Bureau of Land Management in May, 1957, at a cost of $14,860. One small tract, being 3.6 acres lying on the east side of the highway and of Total no value to the park, was sold in December, 1958. Another tract, 304.10 acres to parks and 62.90 to right of way, was Overnight camping faci a gift from the Borax Consolidated, Limited, of London, England, in Permits as follows affec 1950. Milo K. McIver, a State Highway Commissioner at the time, honored the officials of Borax Consolidated in November, 1950, by per- Number Date sonally accepting, at their London office, the deed from the English 15881 9-30-51 Bora concern conveying the land to the State of Oregon, and at the same time fai delivering to them a letter from the Highway Commission accepting their generous gift. Among the reservations in the deed from Borax Consolidated is a Sarah Helmick State Park proviso retaining all under-surface minerals and the right to mine for such minerals. The Borax Consolidated had acquired the land in the Sarah Helmick State F early 1880's for the purpose of mining certain minerals. Highway 99W, six miles Total acreage in the park at the close of 1963 was 1,473.33 acres. Luckiamute River in Polk The park land extends from the highway to the ocean and includes Sarah Helmick Park ha the offshore rocks. Panoramic views of the ocean are excellent from a given to the State Highwa number of widened places along the highway. There are several short was two tracts of land to streams flowing across the park land, none of which is of importance to James Helmick, mother an recreation. Part of the area is covered intermittently with trees and 23.65-acre tract was purcl other indigenous growth. A large portion is bare. tract, containing 1.70 acres, The rough, craggy coast line is broken by some short, sandy beaches October of that same year. which can be reached by trails, particularly at the southern end of the the close of 1963. park. The principal attractions are the ocean views, sea birds, sea Acceptance of this ear] mammals and offshore rocks, including Mack Arch, opposite the northern traveling public a place tc end of the park land. beside the clear, cool watei A plaque has been placed in the park commemorating the gift from place for such purposes. Tr( Borax Consolidated, Limited, of London, England. It was placed near with such small shrubs a Lone Ranch Creek at the southern end of the gift area. Dedication was growth. There is one large in May, 1962. The gift from Borax Consolidated bears the distinction measures 37 inches in diamr of being the first grant made by an alien owner in the history of the species known to man. Commission. The terrain is fairly lev, An existing grazing lease on the Borax land was extended for a through the park land for 10-year period subject to vacating when needed. The lease terminated high. During the winter ra on September 30, 1961, and was not renewed. days. These floods generall, The State Highway Commission named this park in August, 1950, to The park was named in honor Samuel H. Boardman, Oregon's first State Parks Superintendent, Sarah Helmick, or Grandm who promoted and developed from infancy many parks and recreational acquaintances, was a pionee areas within the boundaries of the state. Iowa by oxen-drawn cover Improvements at Boardman park include several widened places their possessions at Cascade along the highway, extension of roads to viewpoints, construction of The United States Army roads to such outstanding viewpoints as the one near the beach at Lone to use the area for the durat Ranch Creek and another at Whales Head Creek. Complete picnic facili- terminated on July 13, 1949 ties have been installed at three places-Lone Ranch Creek, Whales A well was drilled at thi Head Creek and House Rock, sometimes referred to as Windy Point, be used because of located two miles north of Whales Head. Picnic facilities include car its salt c( [ 184 ] parking area, water and sanitary facilities, tables, stoves and trails to the ocean beaches. icated north of the city of Attendance during 1963 at the three facilitated areas in the park ximately four miles north of totals as follows: ly 11 miles to Crook Ranch. irk was 121 acres, purchased Lone Ranch 56,768 day visitors t a cost of $12,159. Twelve House Rock (Windy Point) 35,472 " " :)f which was 83 acres from Whales Head 56,344 " " 57, at a cost of $14,860. One t side of the highway and of Total 148,584 day visitors 1958. 1 62.90 to right of way, was Overnight camping facilities have not been provided. ,ed, of London, England, in Permits as follows affect the park: Commissioner at the time, Number Date Name Expiration in November, 1950, by per- 15881 9-30-51 Borax Consolidated-residence, the deed from the English farming and grazing )regon, and at the same time 9-30-61 away Commission accepting (not renewed) Dm Borax Consolidated is a Sarah Helmick State Park is and the right to mine for Sarah Helmick State Park is located on the old route of Pacific ad acquired the land in the Highway 99W, six miles south of Monmouth, on the banks of the in minerals. Luckiamute River in Polk County. 1963 was 1,473.33 acres. iy to the ocean and includes Sarah Helmick Park has the distinction of containing the first land ] ocean are excellent from a given to the State Highway Commission for park purposes. This gift ray. There are several short was two tracts of land totaling 5.46 acres from Sarah Helmick and of which is of importance to James Helmick, mother and son, on February 15, 1922. An additional itermittently with trees and 23.65-acre tract was purchased in February, 1948, and still another 3 bare. tract, containing 1.70 acres, was a gift from William and Mary Weist in )y some short, sandy beaches October of that same year. The park contained a total of 30.81 acres at y at the southern end of the the close of 1963. ocean views, sea birds, sea Acceptance of this early-day gift was principally to provide the k Arch, opposite the northern traveling public a place to rest or stop overnight. The wooded area beside the clear, cool water of the Luckiamute River was a delightful ommemorating the gift from place for such purposes. Tree cover is mostly maple, fir, ash and willow, Tngland. It was placed near with such small shrubs as salmonberry and snowberry for under- he gift area. Dedication was growth. There is one large yew tree growing in the park area which lidated bears the distinction measures 37 inches in diameter. It is said to be one of the largest of its owner in the history of the species known to man. The terrain is fairly level, except where the Luckiamute River cuts ix land was extended for a through the park land forming abrupt banks approximately 20 feet eeded. The lease terminated high. During the winter rainy season the area usually floods for a few !d. days. These floods generally occur during the month of January. this park in August, 1950, to The park was named in honor of the donor and the Helmick family. State Parks Superintendent, Sarah Helmick, or Grandma as she was known to all her friends and many parks and recreational acquaintances, was a pioneer to Oregon, having crossed the plains from Iowa by oxen-drawn covered wagon in 1845. It is said they lost all of [ude several widened places their possessions at Cascade Rapids. > viewpoints, construction of The United States Army was given a permit dated October 14, 1940, e one near the beach at Lone to use the area for the duration of the war and six months thereafter. It 'reek. Complete picnic facili- terminated on July 13, 1949. -Lone Ranch Creek, Whales A well was drilled at this park during 1937 but the water could not referred to as Windy Point, be used because of its salt content. Picnic facilities include car [ 185 ]

I Improvements are an entrance road and circular road throughout the from Seneca Fouts, a Port park, car parking spaces, guard fences, electric stoves, tables, benches park. The gift was made and sanitary facilities. Water is pumped from the river through a fil- memorial to himself and he tration plant. Underbrush was cleared away and the picnic area seeded Memorial State Park. The to grass. A swimming place in the river was prepared. For many years or plaque be erected and mz a small area was used for overnight camping by large groups but the and desire of this grantor th demand for such use diminished greatly so the area is now used in on said premises in any c connection with the picnic facilities. veterans of the United St, Attendance at the park during 1963 was 89,032 day visitors. No development and maintenar overnight camping facilities are provided. agreed. Three additions have bE Seal Rock Wayside 48 acres from the Oregon ' Seal Rock Wayside is located on the west side of U. S. Highway 101, The second was a 27-acre approximately ten miles south of the city of Newport in Lincoln County. Seneca Fouts land west o The first area acquired for this wayside was a gift of 0.24 of an acre Lawrence C. and Edna M. J in 1929 from Lincoln County. Two purchases were added, one in a 90-acre tract purchased September, 1936, containing 4.69 acres, and the other in June, 1942, of December 17, 1963, at a cos 2.87 acres, making a total of 7.8 acres in the wayside at the close of 1963. the close of 1963 was 315.50 These lands were acquired to preserve the scenic viewpoint for Preservation of the timbi enjoyment by the public. The panoramic views of the ocean, the coast part of the Columbia Rive line and the many offshore rocks which have long been a resting place land. Mitchell Point, a high for seals, sea lions and sea birds are outstanding. Extending north and River at the north edge of t south from the westernmost part of the park land is a chain of rocks surrounding country, such , paralleling the shore line for a distance of about two and one-half miles. points on the Washington si This ledge of partly submerged rocks is known as Seal Rocks. Three of The only development a the larger rocks in the chain are known as Castle Rock, Tourist Rock Point. The marker, as stipu and Elephant Rock, all of which were obtained by an Act of the 70th No active use is made o: Congress on February 25, 1928. not been recorded. Seal Rock Wayside was named for the chain of rocks fronting the area. Shelton Wayside quite level and has a good covering of jack pine The park terrain is Shelton Wayside is local with creeping juniper, salal and similar shrubs as undergrowth. The approximately 11.5 miles si abrupt, steep sides fronting along the ocean enhance the seascape views. slope of a ridge, or spur, of South of the use area, the beach is rocky and can be reached via a good River and Lone Rock Creel trail from the park land. The beach north of the park is exceptionally good. It is wide and lengthy, extending northward to Beaver Creek. One parcel of land, conte Access to this northern beach, however, is not good. Lumber Company in April, Improvements consist of an entrance road, car parking area, trails be forever used only as a and day use area with tables, benches, stoves and water. Water is known as Shelton Park. A supplied from a spring on state-owned land about 400 feet east of the Another tract, containing 1' highway and is piped to the picnic area. Lumber Company in Janua Attendance during 1963 totaled 125,174 day visitors. Overnight acres comprised the waysidc camping facilities have not been provided. Preservation of the stand prompted both the gift an( Permits as follows affect this wayside: wayside. Number Date Name Expiration The terrain is gently rn 400 3- 2-38 Lincoln County-pipe line Indefinite Creek which flows the entir 1010 3-12-38 O.S.H.D.-pipe line crossing 3-12-63 mostly ponderosa pine wit trees and some native shrut Seneca Fouts Memorial State Park beautiful setting, is used qui Seneca Fouts Memorial State Park is located on U. S. Highway 30, users. (Interstate 80N), at Mitchell Point, approximately four miles west of Improvements are an the city of Hood River in Hood River County. benches, fireplaces, water a The initial acquisition of land for this park was a gift of 150.50 acres overnight camp, containing [ 186 ] circular road throughout the from Seneca Fouts, a Portland attorney, for development as a state sctric stoves, tables, benches park. The gift was made on his birthday, August 26, 1944, as a rom the river through a fil- memorial to himself and he asked that the park be named Seneca Fouts Ly and the picnic area seeded Memorial State Park. The deed stipulates that an appropriate marker as prepared. For many years or plaque be erected and maintained on the property, that it is the wish ,ing by large groups but the and desire of this grantor that no person of Japanese blood be employed so the area is now used in on said premises in any capacity, and that preference be given to veterans of the United States military service as employees in the was 89,032 day visitors. No development and maintenance of said park. The Highway Commission agreed. Three additions have been purchased for this park. The first was 48 acres from the Oregon State Board of Forestry on March 10, 1959. st side of U. S. Highway 101, The second was a 27-acre tract lying between the highway and the E Newport in Lincoln County. Seneca Fouts land west of Mitchell Point. It was purchased from was a gift of 0.24 of an acre Lawrence C. and Edna M. Johnson on January 14, 1961. The third was chases were added, one in a 90-acre tract purchased from Albert W. and Maude M. Peters on d the other in June, 1942, of December 17, 1963, at a cost of $3,189.06. Total acreage in the park at wayside at the close of 1963. the close of 1963 was 315.50 acres. ,ie the scenic viewpoint for Preservation of the timbered hillside and other scenic aspects of that views of the ocean, the coast part of the Columbia River Gorge prompted acquisition of this park wve long been a resting place land. Mitchell Point, a high rock promontory overlooking the Columbia inding. Extending north and River at the north edge of the park land, offers panoramic views of the ark land is a chain of rocks surrounding country, such as Mt. Adams, Beacon Rock and other high ibout two and one-half miles. points on the Washington side of the Columbia River. own as Seal Rocks. Three of The only development at this park is a trail to the top of Mitchell is Castle Rock, Tourist Rock Point. The marker, as stipulated in the deed, has not been erected. ained by an Act of the 70th No active use is made of the area; therefore, visitor attendance has not been recorded. chain of rocks fronting the Shelton Wayside a good covering of jack pine Shelton Wayside is located on both sides of John Day Highway 19, ;hrubs as undergrowth. The approximately 11.5 miles south of the city of Fossil, on the southern 1 enhance the seascape views. slope of a ridge, or spur, of the Blue Mountains between the John Day nd can be reached via a good River and Lone Rock Creek in Wheeler County. of the park is exceptionally northward to Beaver Creek. One parcel of land, containing 3.38 acres, was a gift from the Kinzua not good. Lumber Company in April, 1927. The deed states that the land shall 'oad, car parking area, trails be forever used only as a public park and the area shall be forever stoves and water. Water is known as Shelton Park. A few other stipulations are cited in the deed. id about 400 feet east of the Another tract, containing 176.62 acres, was purchased from the Kinzua Lumber Company in January, 1930, at a cost of $5,000. A total of 180 L74 day visitors. Overnight acres comprised the wayside as of the close of 1963. Preservation of the stand of beautiful evergreen trees on the property prompted both the gift and the purchase of the land comprising the wayside. Expiration The terrain is gently rolling, sloping toward a branch of Service -pipe line Indefinite Creek which flows the entire length of the park land. The tree cover is ine crossing 3-12-63 mostly ponderosa pine with a few scattered juniper and Douglas fir trees and some native shrubs as underbrush. This wayside, located in a beautiful setting, is used quite extensively by hunters as well as highway ocated on U. S. Highway 30, users. oximately four miles west of Improvements are an entrance road, car parking space, tables, Lty. benches, fireplaces, water and sanitary facilities. Basic facilities for an ark was a gift of 150.50 acres overnight camp, containing 20 tent sites, have been constructed. A [ 187 ] I mum *U** .. a.ar J1rlr it iTmuhu

logging road was constructed across the park land in compliance with The entire park land, 11 the deed. ington Railway and Naviga A plaque was erected at the use area in compliance with a request $1,080. of the Kinzua Lumber Company that the park be named in honor of Acquisition of the area L. D. W. Shelton, an Oregon Pioneer of 1847 and a resident of the area point where Philip Henry who was a surveyor, soldier and a gentleman. An arch was placed on force of soldiers and civilia the north side of the road honoring Oregon Pioneers but it has been to assist the beleaguered ( removed and not replaced. attacked by some two or ti Attendance during 1962 was 7,176 day visitors and 1,697 overnight 1856, two days previous t stays. Day visitors were not counted in 1963, but a total of 2,143 Lawrence Coe in Gaston's overnight stays were recorded in 1963. Sheridan came up from Fo up a group of civilians on t Permits as follows affect this wayside: in the conflict. Troops also Number Date Name Expiration volunteers from Portland E 355 2-26-54 Kinzua Corp.-road crossing 12-31-63 feated, but not until there h 5500 3-18-59 Fossil Tel. Ex.-telephone line Indefinite on both sides. Sheridan State Park wa Shepperd's Dell State Park because it was a fitting nan Shepperd's Dell State Park is located at Youngs Creek, approxi- honor the brave and fearl mately 27 miles east of the city of Portland, on the Columbia River courageous work against the Scenic Highway in Multnomah County. for his great work in the Ci The first area obtained for this park was 10.03 acres, first given to The park area offers exa the city of Portland by George G. Shepperd on May 6, 1915, as a tion site toward the west, th memorial to his wife, and then from the city to the state on September 4, Columbia River Gorge whir 1940. Seven additional areas were purchased from 1952 to 1962, ranging Bonneville Dam and comple in size from one acre to 187 acres. One exchange of land was made with Improvements are trails Fritz Luscher, whereby Mr. Luscher gave to the state 6.25 acres of and benches. timberland in exchange for 12 acres of grazing land from the Rooster Use of the area has been Rock State Park area. These transactions made a total of 292.29 acres been made. in the park at the close of 1963. Preservation of the small, picturesque area, which had long been Shore Acres State Park known as Shepperd's Dell, was the reason for acquiring the first parcel Shore Acres State Parn of land. The park is named for this area. The idea was expanded in Secondary Highway, adjoin about 1953 to include preservation of the scenic features of the Columbia 12 miles west of the city o River Gorge. seaward side of the Seven Shepperd's Dell itself is a comely, rock-bound, sheltered nook, Slough and the ocean. located near the highway, through which flows Youngs Creek in a The first acquisition for series of rapid cascades and small falls that tumble in almost every chased from Louis J. and L direction in the stream's course. The tree-shaded, fern-covered slopes cost of $29,000. An additio of the creek gorge, dotted with an outcropping of dark-colored rocks, chased from a family of Ind are surprising to the highway traveler going in either direction as he Affairs on July 31, 1954, at emerges into the area from along the side of an almost vertical wall of Two persons, not Indians, rc massive basalt. The highway bridge, a narrow, early-type, arched and probably never will b structure with high railings spanning Youngs Creek, offers excellent shares were not secured. Pa views of the creek, the dell and the Columbia River. acres. Improvements include a small roadside car parking area, trails along A small parcel of land the creek to the larger falls and a marker indicating that George west of the Indian land, was Shepperd donated the original tract to the city of Portland in 1915. its size and the inability to No active use has been made of the area. been entirely eroded by wav the lines, and unless the lini Sheridan State Park wish to pay the $20,000 reqi Sheridan State Park is located on both sides of Interstate Highway This spectacular stretch ( 80N, approximately 40.6 miles east of the city of Portland, between for its unusual botanical ga Bonneville Dam and the city of Cascade Locks in Hood River County. and plants were brought frc [ 188 ] ark land in compliance with The entire park land, 11.5 acres, was purchased from Oregon-Wash- ington Railway and Navigation Company on April 24, 1923, at a cost of n compliance with a request $1,080. park be named in honor of Acquisition of the area was to assure preservation of the historic 47 and a resident of the area point where Philip Henry Sheridan, who, as a lieutenant with a small nan. An arch was placed on force of soldiers and civilian volunteers, crossed from the Oregon shore on Pioneers but it has been to assist the beleaguered citizens on Bradford Island who had been attacked by some two or three hundred Yakima Indians on March 26, visitors and 1,697 overnight 1856, two days previous to Sheridan's arrival. As told by Captain 1963, but a total of 2,143 Lawrence Coe in Gaston's Centennial History of Oregon, Lieutenant Sheridan came up from Fort Vancouver on the steamer Belle, picking up a group of civilians on the way who readily volunteered to join him in the conflict. Troops also came from Fort Dalles and were joined by Expiration volunteers from Portland and elsewhere. The Indians were soon de- d crossing 12-31-63 feated, but not until there had been a considerable number of casualties lephone line Indefinite on both sides. Sheridan State Park was selected as a name for this area partially because it was a fitting name to mark the historic river crossing and to at Youngs Creek, approxi- honor the brave and fearless lieutenant who did such efficient and and, on the Columbia River courageous work against the Indians and who later was made a General for his great work in the Civil War. as 10.03 acres, first given to The park area offers excellent views of the Bonneville Administra- perd on May 6, 1915, as a tion site toward the west, the Bridge of the Gods toward the east and the r to the state on September 4, Columbia River Gorge which confines the huge body of water behind ~d from 1952 to 1962, ranging Bonneville Dam and completely obliterates the Cascade Rapids. ange of land was made with Improvements are trails throughout the area and a few picnic tables e to the state 6.25 acres of and benches. azing land from the Rooster Use of the area has been small; therefore, no count of the visitors has made a total of 292.29 acres been made. area, which had long been Shore Acres State Park for acquiring the first parcel Shore Acres State Park is located on both sides of Cape Arago The idea was expanded in Secondary Highway, adjoining Cape Arago State Park, approximately nic features of the Columbia 12 miles west of the city of North Bend in Coos County. It is on the seaward side of the Seven Devils peninsula which lies between South ock-bound, sheltered nook, Slough and the ocean. l flows Youngs Creek in a The first acquisition for this maritime park was 637.03 acres, pur- hat tumble in almost every chased from Louis J. and Lela G. Simpson on December 10, 1942, at a -shaded, fern-covered slopes cost of $29,000. An additional tract, containing 46.39 acres, was pur- )ping of dark-colored rocks, chased from a family of Indians through the U. S. Department of Indian ng in either direction as he Affairs on July 31, 1954, at a cost of $10,043.50 for a fraction ownership. Df an almost vertical wall of Two persons, not Indians, representing 33/105 shares, were never found narrow, early-type, arched and probably never will be located; therefore, deeds covering their ings Creek, offers excellent shares were not secured. Park land on December 31, 1963, totaled 683.42 ,ia River. acres. zar parking area, trails along A small parcel of land owned by John B. and Julia Keizer, lying ker indicating that George west of the Indian land, was not purchased because of the uncertainty of ity of Portland in 1915. its size and the inability to determine whether the land had or had not been entirely eroded by wave action. Mr. Keizer did not care to establish the lines, and unless the lines were established the Commission did not wish to pay the $20,000 requested. sides of Interstate Highway This spectacular stretch of ocean shore line was once an estate noted city of Portland, between for its unusual botanical gardens. Many of its flowering trees, shrubs ocks in Hood River County. and plants were brought from far places in the sailing schooners made [ 189 ] Oswego generously gave 2,04 famous by the "Cappy Ricks" sea tales. Sam H. Boardman, Oregon's tive garden in 1948. first State Parks Superintendent, described it as follows: "The shore line A small meadow lying sc is distinctive in character. A sandstone bluff some forty to fifty feet in duced a hay crop each year f height challenges the sea in its onward rush. Through incessant attacks, the hay netted from $68 to $ seaward the sea has undermined large slabs of sandstone, tilting them The Commission entered at a reclining angle of forty-five degrees. In this formation is the setting Coast Telephone Company for one of the most spectacular wave-breaking actions found on our approximately one mile, at coastline. The waves break against the reclining slab, spray high into to render future service for fury spent the air, then cascade down the slab into the hollow, its final many years previous, had be sea, a norther, wind flaking against the mother bluff. With a turbulent Guard, and such use was nc on a breath-taking show. Spray the comber tops, Father Neptune puts could not service the state's fifty feet in the air accompanied by the roar of the breakers will long A small parcel of land w- linger in your memory. For seascape photographers, the Rembrandt of radio work during the years the click of your camera." the sea awaits Improvements include en An observation shelter located on level ground less than one hundred benches, stoves, sanitary fai feet away from the brink of this sandstone bluff supplies the park glassed observation buildini visitor a grandstand view of the ocean's spectacular exhibition. An pipe lines to the park, fenc extensive garden area borders the ocean, occupying a portion of the flowers and shrubs. fairly level land which gradually narrows in its southern trend and is Attendance at the park bounded on the east by an elevated, fire-scarred and snag-ridden ridge Overnight camping facilities that swings westward and merges into the bold Cape Arago promontory with its challenging coastal views. Reforestation has been started and Silver Falls State Park the northern end of the park land is covered with spruce trees. W. A. Langille, Oregon's first State Parks Historian, had the follow- Silver Falls State Park ing to say regarding this park: "Shore Acres is the name given to the approximately 28 miles east property by its former owners, members of the well-known Asa M. in Marion County. Simpson family, who were prominent, early day lumbermen and ship The first acquisition for builders in the Coos Bay area. These former owners were aesthetic George and Anna Parkhurst minded people with a penchant for the beautiful things of nature. At followed by 34 more purch, the end of a flowered and tree-bordered garden lane which leads to a Marion County, one was 0.1 high promontory at the southern end of the park, once stood the Simpson way for a park entrance roa home mansion. This large, unpainted, three story structure was over Service gave 5,989.58 acres t one hundred feet long, had fifteen guest rooms, a large living room with acres were 0. & C. land ob a huge fireplace that radiated cheer, a dining room, appurtenant house- contain a reversionary claus keeping quarters, and a large, concrete swimming pool in the basement for recreation purposes. Thi with a connected heating plant for tempering the water and also pro- stration project on which we viding hot water for showers and domestic use." This home was acquired for boys with a capacity of 1 with the purchase of the land. The park contained a total o A proposal to consolidate Soon after the property was acquired by the state in 1942, it was had the approval of the Hig taken over by the military defense forces, and the Simpson manor was was proposed tc occupied as their local headquarters during 1943, 1944 and a part of Service. It 1945. During this period lookouts were continuously stationed on the located east of the park and high Cape Arago Park promontory to the south, and an around-the-clock park boundary. The land su sentry post was maintained on the park road covering the important reversionary clause in favor observation point which protected the southerly approach to the entrance order to satisfy the federal i of Coos Bay from which almost steady lumber shipments were being later removed from a 40-acr made. Rapid deterioration of the large structure during this period, Section 17, Township 8 Soy combined with the great expense of restoration and maintenance brought These transactions were in a about the decision in 1948 to raze the building. to straightening of park bou the federal government. Al] Reconditioning the long-neglected gardens was undertaken by the area in Section 17, except a state in 1942 under the skillful guidance of Anton Jensen, a qualified Acquisition was to prese florist and gardener already on the state's payroll. The beautiful flowers, the deep gorges cut in the: trees and shrubs decorating the park today are mute evidence of his Silver Creek. The dominant success with the aid of many others in this chore. C. Lee Wilson of [ 190 ] Oswego generously gave 2,000 small camelia plants to adorn the attrac- Sam H. Boardman, Oregon's tive garden in 1948. it as follows: "The shore line A small meadow lying south of the developed area in the park pro- iff some forty to fifty feet in duced a hay crop each year from 1943 to 1948. Revenue from the sale of i. Through incessant attacks, dstone, tilting them seaward the hay netted from $68 to $120 annually. The Commission entered into an agreement in 1960 for the West a this formation is the setting ~aking actions found on our Coast Telephone Company to extend its telephone line a distance of dining slab, spray high into approximately one mile, at an estimated cost to the state of $1,000, and to render future service for the entire line to the park. The state, for e hollow, its final fury spent many years previous, had been utilizing poles owned by the U. S. Coast I sea, a norther, wind flaking Guard, and such use was no longer possible as the telephone company i breath-taking show. Spray )ar of the breakers will long could not service the state's line on Coast Guard poles. A small parcel of land was leased to the U. S. Navy for experimental ographers, the Rembrandt of radio work during the years 1956, 1957 and part of 1958. Improvements include entrance roads, two car parking areas, tables, Iround less than one hundred benches, stoves, sanitary facilities, two residences for park personnel, one bluff supplies the park glassed observation building, trails, two water storage reservoirs and spectacular exhibition. An pipe lines to the park, fences, reforestation and the planting of many occupying a portion of the flowers and shrubs. in its southern trend and is Attendance at the park during 1963 totaled 151,104 day visitors. arred and snag-ridden ridge Overnight camping facilities have not been provided. bold Cape Arago promontory station has been started and Silver Falls State Park d with spruce trees. ks Historian, had the follow- Silver Falls State Park is located on both sides of Highway 214, res is the name given to the approximately 28 miles east of Salem and 15 miles southeast of Silverton of the well-known Asa M. in Marion County. ,ly day lumbermen and ship The first acquisition for this park was 90 acres, purchased from rmer owners were aesthetic George and Anna Parkhurst on April 3, 1931, at a cost of $2,000. It was jautiful things of nature. At followed by 34 more purchases and gifts. There were two gifts from ,arden lane which leads to a Marion County, one was 0.11 of an acre and the other was the right of park, once stood the Simpson way for a park entrance road near the South Falls. The National Park -ee story structure was over Service gave 5,989.58 acres to the state in 1948 and 1949, of which 2,000 ems, a large living room with acres were 0. & C. land obtained by Congressional action. The deeds ng room, appurtenant house- contain a reversionary clause relating to the continued use of the land mmming pool in the basement for recreation purposes. This 0. & C. land was the recreation demon- ling the water and also pro- stration project on which was constructed two youth camps-one camp ise." This home was acquired for boys with a capacity of 121, the other for girls with a capacity of 65. The park contained a total of 8,059.27 acres at the close of 1963. by the state in 1942, it was A proposal to consolidate the park holdings at Silver Falls in 1951 and the Simpson manor was had the approval of the Highway Commission and the National Parks ig 1943, 1944 and a part of Service. It was proposed to sell, or trade, part of the isolated tracts :)ntinuously stationed on the located east of the park and acquire all of the land located within the uth, and an around-the-clock park boundary. The land surrounded by park land was acquired and a road covering the important reversionary clause in favor of the U. S. Government was included in erly approach to the entrance order to satisfy the federal requirements. This reversionary clause was imber shipments were being later removed from a 40-acre tract in Section 7 and the N1/2 of NE1/4 of tructure during this period, Section 17, Township 8 South, Range 2 East of Willamette Meridian. ion and maintenance brought These transactions were in accordance with a 1950 federal law relating ling. to straightening of park boundaries of lands originally purchased from lens was undertaken by the the federal government. All of the timber on the west one-half of the )f Anton Jensen, a qualified area in Section 17, except a seed block, was sold in September, 1953. ayroll. The beautiful flowers, Acquisition was to preserve a natural, scenic attraction located in iy are mute evidence of his the deep gorges cut in the lava rock by the north and south forks of ais chore. C. Lee Wilscn of Silver Creek. The dominant and most attractive physical features of the [ 191 ] _1111111011MOPWOWN -

park are its two beautiful canyons with their 14 waterfalls grouped in a credit was allowed the Y comparatively small and readily accessible area. The focal points of the the pool will become state area are nine of the water falls which are classed as outstanding, each An unintentional encrc with a drop from a few feet to 178 feet. The canyons are narrow and ging company and settlen V shaped. North Silver Creek canyon contains five falls, and one each cut. An encroachment b: on the small tributaries Winter Creek and Hullt Creek. South Silver collection was pursued but Creek canyon contains two falls, and there are five minor falls below The camp buildings us the junction of these two main streams. turned over to the state in It has been said that people have a fondness for falling waters and, remodeled into a youth cz great or small, they are everywhere given recognition, holding a degree camp, now the North Falls church organizations in 19 of interest corresponding to their accessibility, height and water volume. All the water falls in Silver Falls Park, individually and collectively, The Conservative Bapt have their charm and appeal, yet unquestionably South Falls has first the North Falls Youth Car place in the hearts and minds of the visiting public. Most of the park part of the summer vacati improvements are centralized at South Falls. With these thoughts in 1955, to construct a swimm mind, the Highway Commission named the area Silver Falls State Park for the construction was tc on December 3, 1931, thus continuing the name by which the area was ten years. It has been a p already well known. to be state property at the The state built a recre, The terrain is rolling to mountainous. The elevation varies from 1956. approximately 700 feet at the bottom of the canyons to nearly 3,000 feet In order to serve the ex on the hilltops near the northeast and southeast corners. an agreement with Portlan Drainage is by Silver Creek, through its gorges below the first falls in May, 1941, for extensio on each fork of the stream. A softer strata of rock beneath the basaltic Portland General Electric rock has easily eroded to an extent that a cave-like formation has in December, 1949, and al occurred under both the North and South Falls. This has caused some serve each youth camp. C people to believe that caves exist elsewhere, but, at the present time, the Electric Company is to there is no other evidence to substantiate the thought. An agreement with V; The Silver Creek watershed area was at one time heavily forested entered into in 1960 to ex with a splendid stand of evergreens. Logging operations and subsequent state reimbursed the comp; fires have greatly reduced the forest. The tree coverage on the park land sold to the company all sz is dominantly Douglas fir. Others such as White fir, Western hemlock, line. Western red cedar, maple, alder and a few Western yew can be found The Commission approv within the bounds of the park. The undercover is salal, huckleberry, of an overnight camp in Ma thimbleberry, rhododendron, fern and a lush growth of the colorful vine The National Fish and maple. An abundance of wild flowers can be found in the park. November, 1948, to trap pr An agreement with the Works Progress Administration to construct That portion of County some myrtlewood furniture for use at Silver Falls Park lodge was signed aries was vacated by the C in November, 1939. The project was completed the following year. state is to maintain the vac Two leases to a concessionaire on land located near the park entrance The Commission approv were purchased by the state in May, 1941, at a cost of $1,000. agement in August, 1959, f A lease on the large concession building, constructed in the park by edges of the park. the Civilian Conservation Corps, was given in 1949. The concessionaire Park improvements inc continued on an annual basis until 1953, at which time the lease was constructed by the Works relinquished. Another contract, also on an annual basis, was entered the National Parks Service into with J. L. Campbell in 1954. Mrt Campbell still operates the Conservation Corps (CCC) concession. ings in the central part of t The Salem Y.M.C.A. was granted a continuing lease to operate Silver containing 41 tent sites and Creek Youth Camp at rates sufficient to cover the cost of operation. The modate 50 people. These ca fee schedule is adopted annually. The lease was first granted by the Other improvements in National Parks Service about 1946 and continued to the present time by facilities, sewer system, elec the Oregon State Highway Commission. water system with reservo The Silver Creek Youth Camp was favored with a swimming pool the necessary storage buili constructed by the Y.M.C.A. under an agreement of March, 1956. A $700 CCC camp, fire roads and [ 192 ] ?ir 14 waterfalls grouped in a credit was allowed the Y.M.C.A. each year for ten years, after which area. The focal points of the the pool will become state-owned property. classed as outstanding, each An unintentional encroachment onto park land was made by a log- The canyons are narrow and ging company and settlement was made in May, 1955, for the timber tains five falls, and one each cut. An encroachment by another company was made in 1949 and d Hullt Creek. South Silver collection was pursued but settlement never received. -e are five minor falls below The camp buildings used by the Civilian Conservation Corps were turned over to the state in December, 1942. These buildings were later remodeled into a youth camp with 200 capacity. Summer use of this idness for falling waters and, camp, now the North Falls area, was granted on a day or week basis to recognition, holding a degree church organizations in 1947 at a cost of 15 cents per person. ity, height and water volume. individually and collectively, The Conservative Baptist Association contracted in 1955 to manage ionably South Falls has first the North Falls Youth Camp and arrange for other group use during a ing public. Most of the park part of the summer vacation season. The church also agreed in April, alls. With these thoughts in 1955, to construct a swimming pool at an estimated cost of $8,000. Credit for the construction was to be made so the cost would be written off in \ area Silver Falls State Park name by which the area was ten years. It has been a pleasing and successful operation. The pool is to be state property at the end of the 10-year period. The state built a recreation hall at the North Falls Youth Camp in . The elevation varies from 1956. e canyons to nearly 3,000 feet In order to serve the expanding needs for electric power at the park, beast corners. an agreement with Portland General Electric Company was entered into Is gorges below the first falls in May, 1941, for extension of the line. The state paid the costs. The l of rock beneath the basaltic Portland General Electric Company purchased this line from the state t a cave-like formation has in December, 1949, and also contracted to extend their power lines to Falls. This has caused some serve each youth camp. Construction costs were paid by the state but Zre, but, at the present time, the Electric Company is to maintain the line. he thought. An agreement with Valley Telephone Company of Silverton was at one time heavily forested entered into in 1960 to extend service to the three youth camps. The ng operations and subsequent state reimbursed the company for such cost to the extent of $2,000, and ree coverage on the park land sold to the company all salvageable material from the old abandoned White fir, Western hemlock, line. v Western yew can be found The Commission approved the bids and let a contract for construction ?rcover is salal, huckleberry, of an overnight camp in May, 1951. 3h growth of the colorful vine The National Fish and Wild Life Service was granted permission in be found in the park. November, 1948, to trap predatory animals in Silver Falls Park. s Administration to construct That portion of County Road No. 884 lying within the park bound- *r Falls Park lodge was signed aries was vacated by the County Court on September 12, 1957, and the leted the following year. state is to maintain the vacated portion. ocated near the park entrance The Commission approved a request from the Bureau of Land Man- at a cost of $1,000. agement in August, 1959, for a road easement across the south and west g, constructed in the park by edges of the park. -i in 1949. The concessionaire Park improvements include four youth camps, two of which were at which time the lease was constructed by the Works Progress Administration (WPA), through in annual basis, was entered the National Parks Service. The third camp utilizes the old Civilian Campbell still operates the Conservation Corps (CCC) buildings, and the fourth is the farm buildings in the central part of the park. There is a 50-unit overnight camp, :inuing lease to operate Silver containing 41 tent sites and 9 trailer sites; also a group camp to accom- ver the cost of operation. The modate 50 people. These camps are fully equipped. ase was first granted by the Other improvements include a large concession building, sanitary tinued to the present time by facilities, sewer system, electric stoves and stove shelters, tables, benches, water system with reservoirs, park headquarters, three residences and the necessary storage buildings. There are two small homes near the vored with a swimming pool ?ment of March, 1956. A $700 CCC camp, fire roads and fire breaks throughout the timbered area, [ 193 ] Mogno-, 1,- _' -

area. The timber was sold property fences, service roads and trails. A four and one-half mile trail price of $220. was constructed down the South Fork canyon and up the North Fork Improvements consist oI canyon to North Falls, and short trails were built to Upper North Falls tinuing on beneath the bric and Winter Falls, and from Winter Falls to North Fork trail. along the east side of the pz Attendance during 1963 totaled 305,560 day visitors and 12,797 shrubs were planted. The u overnight stays. Attendance during 1962 Permits as follows affect the park: made in 1963. Number Date Name Expiration The following permits a P-525 5- 6-53 L. D. Gibby-log road-forest protection Perpetual Number Date 603 8-13-59 Bureau of Land Mgmt.-logging road 12-31-63 3081 10-12-54 Wey 2200 3-25-60 P.G.E.-elec. service all youth camps cr 10-28-38 P.G.E.-power and power lines 4873 7-30-56 Paci 2-29-51 P.G.E.-power line const. cr 12-11-53 P.G.E.-brush control Sisters State Park 8- 5-60 P.G.E.-power line Indefinite 5754 Sisters State Park is loc Letters 12-10-57 Interurban Tel. Lines-phone line adjoining the east edge of t 2220 5-16-60 Valley Telephone Co.-Metallic circuit- This 41.38-acre park we Youth Camps ber 4, 1939, at a price of 1695 9-20-55 Conservative Baptists-swim pool $4 per thousand for 383M North Falls 9-20-65 land. The deed states that 1760 7- 6-56 Salem Y.M.C.A.-swim pool Silver public purposes only. Creek 7- 6-66 A twofold motive prom was to preserve the fine stl Letter 1- 6-59 State School for Deaf-use of pool ment of the present as we] tables and other equipment Revocable derosa pines are an unusu, 1821 1-17-61 J. L. Campbell-Silver Falls Lodge 12-31-64 was to prevent undesirable 18503 1-19-62 Bureau of Land Mgmt.-road easement hazard. and forest protection 1-19-67 The soil in this park is only a slight slope toward Simpson Wayside area. Early Indian trails c( Simpson Wayside is located on the northern end of the peninsula northeast, Tumalo Creek, < forming a part of the city of North Bend in Coos County. It lies on both from the southwest, Sparks west, or Scott Trail as it w, sides of Coast Highway 101 at the south end of Coos Bay bridge. The park was named i The first area obtained was a gift of 44.30 acres from L. J. Simpson located east of the summi through the city of North Bend on May 12, 1936. It was a city park, with named for the imposing ne. no improvements, located in the city of North Bend. The area had been Improvements consist o: known for some time as Simpson Park so the Commission continued that ing, tables, stoves, benches, name. been constructed throughou At the request of North Bend, two areas were returned to the city. connects the picnic areas. One parcel, containing 3.51 acres located east of the 200-foot highway Attendance in 1962 was right of way line and south of the old ferry road, was deeded to the city 1963. Overnight camping f in 1937. The other parcel, containing 16.5 acres located between the old ferry slip and a circular road near the east edge of the highway right Smith Rock State Park of way, was deeded to the city in 1957. These two transactions left 24.29 Smith Rock State Park acres remaining in the park at the close of 1963. of Redmond and three mile! The area is covered with a heavy growth of cedar, fir and spruce. 97 at Terrebonne in Deschu The undergrowth is rhododendrons, huckleberry and similar shrubs. The first area acquirec The terrain is level with abrupt, precipitous slopes toward the bay May 9, 1960, purchased froi the Southern Pacific Railway on the north and west sides. A deep cut for cost of $4,350. Four additii forms the south boundary. one in 1962, ranging in sizv Heavy storms during the winter of 1951-52 felled many trees in the [ 194 ] four and one-half mile trail area. The timber was sold to the highest bidder on March 7, 1952, at a yon and up the North Fork price of $220. e built to Upper North Falls Improvements consist of a circular road through the west area, con- North Fork trail. tinuing on beneath the bridge and returning via the semi-circular road along the east side of the park. Rhododendrons, azaleas and many other 60 day visitors and 12,797 shrubs were planted. The usual picnic facilities were installed. Attendance during 1962 totaled 12,792 day visitors. No count was made in 1963. Expiration The following permits affect this property: orest protection Perpetual Number Date Name Termination .- logging road 12-31-63 3081 10-12-54 Weyerhaeuser Timber Co.-road I youth camps crossing Indefinite er lines 4873 7-30-56 Pacific Power & Light Co.-line crossing

Sisters State Park Indefinite Sisters State Park is located at the junction of Highways 20 and 126, phone line adjoining the east edge of the town of Sisters in Deschutes County. Metallic circuit- This 41.38-acre park was purchased from Louis W. Hill on Decem- ber 4, 1939, at a price of $1,532. The cost was figured at the rate of s-swim pool $4 per thousand for 383M B.M. of yellow pine timber growing on the 9-20-65 land. The deed states that the area must be used as a state park or for m pool Silver public purposes only. 7- 6-66 A twofold motive prompted acquisition of this timbered area. One f-use of pool was to preserve the fine stand of large yellow pine trees for the enjoyment of the present as well as future generations. Large yellow pon- ament Revocable derosa pines are an unusual sight to many people. The second reason Falls Lodge 12-31-64 was to prevent undesirable use of the area which might create a traffic -road easement hazard. 1-19-67 The soil in this park is an alluvial formation and is quite level with only a slight slope toward Squaw Creek which flows through the picnic area. Early Indian trails converge in this vicinity. One came from the fthern end of the peninsula northeast, Tumalo Creek, another from the north, The Dalles, a third Coos County. It lies on both from the southwest, Sparks and Green Lakes, and the fourth from the i of Coos Bay bridge. west, or Scott Trail as it was later known. The park was named for the adjoining town. The town, Sisters, 30 acres from L. J. Simpson 936. It was a city park, with located east of the summit of the Cascade Range of Mountains, was named for the imposing nearby peaks-Three Sisters. th Bend. The area had been Improvements consist of an entrance road, small area for car park- e Commission continued that ing, tables, stoves, benches, fireplaces and lavatory facilities. Trails have been constructed throughout the area and a foot bridge across the stream s were returned to the city. connects the picnic areas. ast of the 200-foot highway Attendance in 1962 was 14,778 day visitors. No count was made in road, was deeded to the city 1963. Overnight camping facilities have not been provided. cres located between the old t edge of the highway right Smith Rock State Park se two transactions left 24.29 963. Smith Rock State Park is located seven miles northeast of the city of Redmond and three miles east, via a county road, from U. S. Highway th of cedar, fir and spruce. 97 at Terrebonne in Deschutes County. .eberry and similar shrubs. The first area acquired for this scenic park was 218.40 acres on itous slopes toward the bay he Southern Pacific Railway May 9, 1960, purchased from the Lowell E. and W. E. Dent families at a cost of $4,350. Four additional tracts were purchased during 1960 and one in 1962, ranging in size from 0.28 of an acre to 80 acres. -52 felled many trees in the A gift of [ 195 ]

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containing the public sodk 76 acres from Harry H. and Diane C. Kem, Jr., was received Decem- multiple floors was constru ber 28, 1962. lower floor is open-sided an had been started, however, to secure an additional 120 Negotiations spring can be obtained by acres of Bureau of Land Management property for which the city of Redmond had already made application to acquire. These negotiations The town of Sodaville were completed on January 24, 1963, and the state reimbursed the city visitors came to enjoy the of Redmond the sum of $192, its cost in acquiring the land. As of the believed to be the elixir of 1 close of 1963 the park contained a total of 518.38 acres. when, we are told, there we were at a premium. Peopl Incorporating the Smith Rock area into the state park system was regular pilgrimages to drin] urged by the Redmond Chamber of Commerce and supported by many Central Oregon Chambers of Commerce, city officials and private indi- Years ago when the toxx viduals. Preservation of the spectacular geological formations was the ville Springs and the park ] motive. These picturesque rocks, pinnacles and crags, chiseled by the The one block of land, storms of centuries, are much photographed by amateurs and profes- the east. It is covered with sionals alike. A plaque honoring Tho Israel C. Russell's U. S. Geological Survey report of 1905 makes side of the building in 1926 reference to this particular part of the lower Crooked River as "Monu- The building has been ment Canyon." In an article written by Joe Van Wormer after his first organizations and other gro visit to the Smith Rock area he had the following to say: "In the bottom Visitors to the area in 19 of the canyon, Crooked River winds and twists its way around the base of massive, everchanging, multicolored rocks that tower hundreds of The following permits a feet in the air. There are great, slabsided rocks whose vertical walls Number Date look as if they had been cut with a knife, and in the brilliant sun they 1479 9-14-53 Sodavil glow with a rich orange color. A shore distance away there are dark, burnt-red slabs and farther downstream they pick up greens and South Beach Wayside purples." These imposing rocks figured in the early history of Central Oregon. South Beach Wayside is McArthur in Oregon Geographic Names states that in about 1863 a across the bay from the cit company of soldiers was camped nearby, during Indian troubles, and a Yaquina Bay bridge and ex soldier named Smith climbed upon the rock to get a view. A boulder 2,000 feet in Lincoln Count that he stood on rolled from under his feet, and he fell and was killed. The first area obtained ' The rock was named Smith Rock because of this unfortunate incident. on December 5, 1933. Thei The park was named for this rock which it embraces. of which were gifts from I A small, level area on the south side of Crooked River has been area of Harborton and the developed for public use. Improvements consist of an entrance road, a 15.65 acres comprised this l small area for car parking, tables, benches, stoves and trails throughout Acquisition of the area the park and onto the rocks. A large irrigation canal is tunneled through protect the south bridgehea the northeast corner of the park land. serve the many large rhod Attendance during 1963 totaled 31,552 day visitors. highway and south of the b near Yaquina Bay for the e Sodaville Springs State Park The terrain south of th Sodaville Springs State Park is located in the town of Sodaville, to the north is level and , being all of Block 8 on the east side of County Road 31 in Linn County. spruce, pine and rhododenc The State Highway Commission obtained the land from the Board of A permit to use a small Control by Legislative Joint Resolution #6. The deed is dated January 20, the highway was given to ( 1947. corporation doing business The property was first dedicated for perpetual public use on May 4, Johnson Lumber Company lumber-carrying boats in t 1871, by Thomas Summers. The Legislature granted a charter in 1880 to the town of Sodaville and gave its three trustees authority to take during working hours. The wayside was nam possession of Block 8 containing a soda mineral spring. The State Board of Control assumed jurisdiction over the park in 1890 and man- area, a descriptive name fo aged it through committees appointed by the Governor. From time to Bay. time the Legislature appropriated funds in sums ranging from $500 to No active use has been $2,000 for the perpetuation, improvement and maintenance of the area visitors has been made. r 196 1 containing the public n, Jr., was received Decem- soda mineral spring. A square building with multiple floors was constructed over the spring in the year 1891. The lower floor is open-sided and at an elevation where water from the soda , to secure an additional 120 spring can be obtained by gravity flow. )perty for which the city of acquire. These negotiations The town of Sodaville was built around the mineral spring. Many 'he state reimbursed the city visitors came to enjoy the therapeutic values of the water which they 2quiring the land. As of the believed to be the elixir of life. Patronage was at its height in the 1890's, 18.38 acres. when, we are told, there were two hotels in the town and camping places were at a premium. People ) the state park system was came from far and near and many made erce and supported by many regular pilgrimages to drink the health-giving water. ty officials and private indi- Years ago when the town was dedicated, the area was named Soda- 2ological formations was the ville Springs and the park has carried that title since that date. s and crags, chiseled by the The one block of land, containing one acre, slopes upward toward ed by amateurs and profes- the east. It is covered with grass and a few trees are growing thereon. A plaque honoring Thomas S. Summers was erected on the north irvey report of 1905 makes side of the building in 1926. er Crooked River as "Monu- The building has been used as the town office and by women's e Van Wormer after his first organizations and other group gatherings. )wing to say: "In the bottom Visitors rists its way around the base to the area in 1962 totaled 5,638. No count was made in 1963. cks that tower hundreds of The following permits affect the area: I rocks whose vertical walls Number Date Name Exptration and in the brilliant sun they 1479 9-14-53 Sodaville-use stance away there are dark, of upper floor of bldg. Revocable they pick up greens and South Beach Wayside ly history of Central Oregon. South Beach Wayside is located on both sides of U. S. Highway 101, states that in about 1863 a across the bay from the city of Newport, beginning at the south end of uring Indian troubles, and a Yaquina Bay bridge and extending on south a distance of approximately !k to get a view. A boulder 2,000 feet in Lincoln County. , and he fell and was killed. The first area obtained was a gift of 11.26 acres from Lincoln County of this unfortunate incident. on December 5, 1933. There were nine other small areas acquired, two embraces. of which were gifts from Lincoln County, being a block in the platted of Crooked River has been area of Harborton and the vacated streets of that addition. A total of )nsist of an entrance road, a 15.65 acres comprised this wayside as of the close of 1963. stoves and trails throughout Acquisition of the area was for three principal purposes: (1) to ion canal is tunneled through protect the south bridgehead from undesirable developments, (2) to preserve the many large rhododendrons growing on the ridge west of the ay visitors. highway and south of the bridge, and (3) to retain the sandy beach area near Yaquina Bay for the enjoyment of the public. The terrain south of the bridge is rolling sand dunes but the land d in the town of Sodaville, to the north is level and sandy. The tree cover is second growth fir, nty Road 31 in Linn County. sDruce, pine and rhododendrons. I the land from the Board of A permit to use a small area, 50 x 200 feet, near the bay and east of 'he deed is dated January 20, the highway was given to Georgia-Pacific Plywood Company, a Georgia corporation doing business in Oregon under the assumed name of C. D. -petual public use on May 4, Johnson Lumber Company, in January, 1954, so that workmen loading -e granted a charter in 1880 lumber-carrying boats in the main channel might park their cars there e trustees authority to take during working hours. mineral spring. The State The wayside was named after the adjoining platted South Beach the park in 1890 and man- area, a descriptive name for a community near the south side of Yaquina he Governor. From time to Bay. sums ranging from $500 to No active use has been made of the property; therefore, no count of nd maintenance of the area visitors has been made. [ 197 ] Permits as follows affect the wayside: people wish to vacation thai Number Date Name Expiration ing to the studies made in rn 384 11-19-54 Reuel A. Herb-road to private property Indefinite The name South Newpoi Commission. It is presumed 397 6-27-55 Reuel A. Herb-road to boat landing (Not utilized as of 12-31-62) name since it is a place nai The terrain is generall3 4483 11- 1-54 Pioneer Telephone Corp.-telephone line separating the proposed car 351 1-11-54 C. D. Johnson Lumber Co.-parking lot higher at the northern end 1 (Georgia-Pacific Plywood Co.) East of the sand dune, I undercover of salal and ot South Newport State Park coast. South Newport State Park is located between U. S. Highway 101 The beach extends the ft and the Pacific Ocean, approximately one mile south of Yaquina Bay on south. at Newport in Lincoln County. It includes the original platted area of The principal attractioni South Newport. ramic views of the ocean, vi The park comprises approximately 214.74 acres as of the close of of Newport and the fishing E 1963. It includes the old platted area of South Newport and the platted No improvements have 1 area known as Pacific View. to be acquired are scattered The first land obtained comprised most of the platted area of South been counted as of the close Newport and the accretion westerly of the U. S. Meander Line, amount- Permits as follows affeci ing to 84 acres, purchased from Beatrice Crawford Drury and James C. Number Date Drury, at a price of $12,489 on May 26, 1955. Lands given to the state 5998 12-21-61 Centra for this park are as follows: & PC Donor Acreage Date Edith M. Bowman 0.23 acres in Pacific View 10-14-55 Stage Coach Forest Waysidc Lincoln County 5.34 acres in Pacific View 12- 4-57 Stage Coach Forest Wa: Wm. J. & Janet Wineberg 11.23 acres in Pacific View 12-24-57 Highway 5, at the Josephir Stage Coach Pass, approxir Wm. J. & Janet Wineberg 1.66 acres in Pacific View 5-12-58 Pass in Josephine and Doug Wm. J. & Janet Wineberg 0.28 acres in South Newport 5-12-58 The first land in this w Wm. J. & Janet Wineberg 0.23 acres in Pacific View 12-29-58 County on October 16, 1945 Robert & Cherie Kiewel 0.057 acres in Pacific View 2-21-61 chased from Hazel B. Hewil Lincoln County 0.057 acres in Pacific View 9-28-60 of $6,000. A total of 231 a Lincoln County 1.19 acres in Pacific View 7- 5-62 1963. Preservation of the be. 40.00 acres tidelands 1-23-63 Lincoln County highway and adjacent hill5 An exchange of lands with Lincoln County in 1957 added 34.5 acres traveler prompted acquisiti in the Pacific View area to this park and returned to the county a tract. Such stands of roadsic 40-acre tract, known as the Lincoln County Wood tract, which the as well as to the tourist. county had donated to the state in 1940. The land returned to the county The terrain is generally is described as NE'/4 of NE1/4 of Section 20, Township 11 South, Range steep. Its cover is a good st. 11 West of Willamette Meridian. One 0.50-acre tract was deeded back The name Stage Coach to the donor in order to correct the records. is what the name implies, a There were 96 other purchases ranging in size from a fraction of an route of the early-day stag( acre, one 25 x 100-foot lot, to as much as 7.35 acres. One 3.99-acre tract tains between Wolf Creek a cost $10,000. Provisions have been made for two entrances into the park, No active use has been r one at the southeast corner and the other about one-fourth of a mile south from the northeast corner. The park contained a total of 173.508 Starvation Creek State Par, acres at the close of 1962. One gift and six purchases added in 1963 Starvation Creek State increased the area to 214.748 acres at the close of 1963. The matter of Oregon Trail (Interstate acquisition is continuing as there are many lots yet to be purchased. approximately 10 miles wes These lands are being acquired to preserve a broad expanse of sandy The first land purchase beach and to provide a highly desirable park in an area where more acres from Clara Nelson on [ 198 ] people wish to vacation than any like area on the Oregon coast, accord- Expiratzon ing to the studies made in recent years. private property Indefinite The name South Newport has not had the approval of the Highway boat landing Commission. It is presumed that the Commission may wish to adopt that 31-62) name since it is a place name desirable for designating the park area. The terrain is generally level with a reasonably high sand dune -telephone line separating the proposed camp area from the beach. The dune is much 7o.-parking lot higher at the northern end than at the southern part. ood Co.) East of the sand dune, the cover is spruce and shore pine with an undercover of salal and other low-growing species indigenous to the coast. )etween U. S. Highway 101 The beach extends the full length of the property, plus several miles mile south of Yaquina Bay on south. the original platted area of The principal attractions of the area are the sand dunes, the panoramic views of the ocean, views of the boat traffic to and from the Port .74 acres as of the close of of Newport and the fishing activities in Yaquina harbor. ith Newport and the platted No improvements have been made at this park as many of the lots to be acquired are scattered throughout the park area. No visitors have of the platted area of South been counted as of the close of 1963. T. S. Meander Line, amount- 'F Permits as follows affect this park: awford Drury and James C. Number Date Name Expiration i5. Lands given to the state 5998 12-21-61 Central Lincoln PUD-hwy. crossing & pole line Indefinite Date Pacific View 10-14-55 Stage Coach Forest Wayside Pacific View 12- 4-57 Stage Coach Forest Wayside is located on both sides of Interstate Pacific View 12-24-57 Highway 5, at the Josephine-Douglas county line, near the summit at Pacific View 5-12-58 Stage Coach Pass, approximately 40 miles north of the city of Grants Pass in Josephine and Douglas Counties. South Newport 5-12-58 The first land in this wayside was a gift of 80 acres from Douglas Pacific View 12-29-58 County on October 16, 1945. The second acquisition was 151 acres pur- Pacific View 2-21-61 chased from Hazel B. Hewitt, and others, on October 20, 1945, at a cost Pacific View 9-28-60 of $6,000. A total of 231 acres comprised the wayside at the close of Pacific View 7- 5-62 1963. Preservation of the beautiful lelands 1-23-63 stand of evergreen trees along the highway and adjacent hillsides for the benefit and enjoyment of the ity in 1957 added 34.5 acres traveler prompted acquisition of this wayside as a roadside timbered I returned to the county a tract. Such stands of roadside trees are always a joy to the daily traveler ity Wood tract, which the as well as to the tourist. land returned to the county The terrain is generally rolling, but in some places becomes quite Township 11 South, Range steep. Its cover is a good stand of Douglas fir trees. acre tract was deeded back The name Stage Coach Forest Wayside is indicative of the area. It is what the name implies, a forest wayside, and Stage Coach denotes the n size from a fraction of an route of the early-day stagecoach road across the summit of the moun- 5 acres. One 3.99-acre tract tains between Wolf Creek and Cow Creek. two entrances into the park, No active use has been made of the area. about one-fourth of a mile contained a total of 173.508 Starvation Creek State Park x purchases added in 1963 Starvation Creek State Park is located on the south side of Old ose of 1963. The matter of Oregon Trail (Interstate Highway 80N), opposite mile post 53.2, T lots yet to be purchased. approximately 10 miles west of Hood River in Hood River County. Te a broad expanse of sandy The first land purchased for this roadside picnic area was 74.56 irk in an area where more acres from Clara Nelson on August 7, 1930, at a cost of $1,864. Another [ 199 ] tract, containing 72.26 acres, was purchased from Mrs. Nelson on July 18, The camper, the swimmer, 1938, at a cost of $230. The Highway Commission deeded 0.8 of an acre enthusiast and the picnicker of land from the NE¼/4 of Section 4, Township 2 North, Range 9 East A permit to operate a l W.M., to the Oregon-Washington Railroad and Navigation Company on for exclusive use of a small April 9, 1940, for use in the realignment of their railroad tracks. Total not successful; therefore, tl acreage in the park at the close of 1963 was 146.02 acres. the first season. Acquisition of this park land was to preserve for posterity the Improvements include e beautiful falls on Starvation Creek and the surrounding hillsides with bridge over Big Creek, 20 x their evergreen cover of fir timber. Almost the entire area is on the ties and overnight camp, cc steep slope of the south side of the Columbia Gorge. Picnic facilities water and sanitary facilities are nestled in a small nook not far from the base of Starvation Falls, an ing 28 trailer sites and 109 unusual, picturesque cataract which flows over a basalt ledge nearly Attendance during 196 200 feet high, its fall being broken three times by protruding rocks. overnight stays. Starvation Creek State Park was named for the creek and the falls by the same name. Oregon Geographic Names says, "Starvation Falls Sunset Highway Forest Wa were so named because it was the place west of Dog (Hood) River that Sunset Highway Forest' a party of pioneer travelers suffered because of some defection in their at intermittent places on b commissary." W. A. Langille once wrote "the original name of this Tillamook, Columbia and X creek was Starveout, so designated in the winter of 1884-85 when a deep particularly described as b snow stalled two trains in the immediate vicinity. Hood River men, M.P. 18.1, M.P. 21.8, M.P. 2: using home made skis, were employed to carry food to the snow-bound M.P. 37.88 to 45.08. The passengers." acquired to provide a right Improvements are an entrance road, car parking area, trail to the 100 to 350 feet. falls, and a small picnic area with tables, benches, fireplaces, water and The first tract acquired sanitary facilities. The Civilian Conservation Corps did some of this in 1937 at a price of $14,5( work at the park. Sunset Logging Company ii Attendance during 1963 totaled 10,588 day visitors. Overnight 61 purchases of tracts rangi camping facilities have not been provided. acres. Only a small portion green timber. The remair Sunset Bay State Park considerable amount of refc Sunset Bay State Park is located on both sides of Cape Arago marketable size. Secondary Highway, immediately south of Cape Arago Lighthouse, 11 As acquisition of these 1 miles southwest of the city of Coos Bay in Coos County. presented a large managen A gift of 48 acres from Coos County on February 19, 1948, was the was interested, as it had e Also, the Board of Forestr beginning of this popular, bay-front, recreational area. Another gift of At 0.46 of an acre from Ralph Barker on February 15, 1954, provided a site Oswald West State Park v& from which water was secured for the park. The purchase of 17.1 acres protect the park. Arrangei for use as an overnight camp site was completed on August 6, 1957, at a to accept certain areas of p cost of $6,500 after a condemnation suit in 1952 set a price of $25,000 for River Highways in exchanl the land. An additional 22.08-acre tract was acquired from the U. S. Park. Deeds are dated Aug Bureau of Land Management in October, 1957, at a cost of $7,931.40, The Parks Division deeded after many years of negotiating with that organization. This was a Forestry: much-needed, pine-covered tract, the southern half of the peninsula on County which the lighthouse is located. An additional 47-acre tract was pur- Clatsop chased on June 28, 1963, at a cost of $33,500. The park contained a total Columbia of 134.64 acres at the close of 1963. Tillamook A desire to place the land surrounding beautiful Sunset Bay in public Washington ownership for use and enjoyment by the general public impelled the Tillamook & Washington Highway Commission to acquire this area. The bay itself is a wind- protected cove, miniature in size, with precipitous sandstone bluffs, a narrow passageway to the open sea and a sandy beach packed hard by An isolated 80-acre tra the tides. The park land is generally level with abrupt slopes toward Logging Company, at a I the bay at both the northwestern and southwestern parts of the park. Sections 2 and 11, Townshi [ 200 ] from Mrs. Nelson on July 18, The camper, the swimmer, the hiker, the sunbather, the water sports fission deeded 0.8 of an acre enthusiast and the picnicker, all find much enjoyment at this park. ship 2 North, Range 9 East C A permit to operate a boat concession was given on June 21, 1948, Ind Navigation Company on for exclusive use of a small portion of the beach area. The business was their railroad tracks. Total not successful; therefore, the concession ceased operation at the end of 146.02 acres. the first season. preserve for posterity the Improvements include entrance roads, car parking area, trails, foot surrounding hillsides with bridge over Big Creek, 20 x 100-foot boat launching ramp, picnic facili- st the entire area is on the ties and overnight camp, complete with tables, benches, electric stoves, ibia Gorge. Picnic facilities water and sanitary facilities'. The overnight camp has 137 units, includ- base of Starvation Falls, an ing 28 trailer sites and 109 tent sites. over a basalt ledge nearly Attendance during 1963 totaled 565,212 day visitors and 42,115 ies by protruding rocks. overnight stays. I for the creek and the falls mes says, "Starvation Falls Sunset Highway Forest Wayside st of Dog (Hood) River that Sunset Highway Forest Wayside contains many tracts of land located e of some defection in their at intermittent places on both sides of Sunset Highway 26, in Clatsop, "the original name of this Tillamook, Columbia and Washington Counties. These tracts are more nter of 1884-85 when a deep particularly described as being located at M.P. 10.1, M.P. 16.2 to 17.5, vicinity. Hood River men, M.P. 18.1, M.P. 21.8, M.P. 23.0 to 35.2, M.P. 35.9 and intermittently from .rry food to the snow-bound M.P. 37.88 to 45.08. The tracts between M.P. 37.88 and 45.08 were acquired to provide a right of way width on each side of the road from r parking area, trail to the 100 to 350 feet. inches, fireplaces, water and A The first tract acquired was 258 acres from Properties Corporation ion Corps did some of this in 1937 at a price of $14,501.51. One gift of 61.43 acres was from the Sunset Logging Company in 1941. These acquisitions were followed by 8 day visitors. Overnight 61 purchases of tracts ranging in size from a fraction of an acre to 403.20 acres. Only a small portion of the lands contained standing, old growth, green timber. The remainder was stump land or land on which a considerable amount of reforestation was well established but not yet of both sides of Cape Arago marketable size. Cape Arago Lighthouse, 11 As acquisition of these lands progressed, it became evident that they Doos County. presented a large management problem. The State Board of Forestry February 19, 1948, was the was interested, as it had extensive holdings adjoining the park lands. Also, the Board of Forestry owned 111 acres of timberland tional area. Another gift of -4 adjoining ary 15, 1954, provided a site Oswald West State Park which the Parks Division needed in order to The purchase of 17.1 acres protect the park. Arrangements were made for the Board of Forestry eted on August 6, 1957, at a to accept certain areas of park stump land along the Sunset and Wilson 952 set a price of $25,000 for River Highways in exchange for the 111 acres needed at Oswald West as acquired from the U. S. Park. Deeds are dated August 21, 1951, covering the lands in question. [957, at a cost of $7,931.40, The Parks Division deeded the following lands to the State Board of L organization. This was a Forestry: ern half of the peninsula on County Highway Acreage )nal 47-acre tract was pur- Clatsop Sunset Highway 1,089 acres The park contained a total Columbia Sunset Highway 250 "

,A Tillamook Sunset Highway 640 " autiful Sunset Bay in public Washington Sunset Highway 190 " general public impelled the Tillamook & Washington Wilson River Highway 2,426 " The bay itself is a wind- cipitous sandstone bluffs, a Total 4,595 acres andy beach packed hard by An isolated 80-acre tract was sold on January 10, with abrupt slopes toward 1941, to Sunset Logging Company, at a price of Lwestern parts of the park. $2,796.25. The land is located in Sections 2 and 11, Township 3 North, Range 6 West of W.M. [ 201 ] Sunset Highway Forest Wayside contained a total of 1,099.60 acres Umpqua River is one of the at the close of 1963. worthy of national attention Acquisition was to preserve a natural appearance along the highway The terrain is generally by protecting the many trees and shrubs growing on the land. an excellent stand of old The dead and down timber on park lands was sold in small lots from chinquapin and white fir, w time to time. and fern. An exceptionally The West Coast Lumbermen's Association arranged for the planting area adds to the beauty. of 80,000 seedling fir trees in Clatsop County by students from a local Improvements include r high school. The Lumbermen's Association paid the expense and fur- complete with the usual fac nished transportation. sites, tables, stoves, benches The name Sunset Highway Forest Wayside is indicative of the area. acquired in 1955 has been ei No active use has been made of the area. Attendance during 1963 t 5,000 overnight stays. Permits as follows affect this wayside: Permits as follows affect Number Date Name Expiration Letter 10-19-50 West Oregon Elec. Co-op-power line Indefinite Number Date 6274 3-12-63 West Oregon Elec. Co-op-power line ,,7 23303 4-10-62 Bure; Sweet Myrtle Preserve Susan Creek State Park See "Myrtle Preserves" i Susan Creek State Park is located on both sides of North Umpqua Forest Highway, approximately 29 miles northeast of the city of Rose- The Cove Palisades State Pi burg in Douglas County. A gift of 27.91 acres from Douglas County on August 29, 1955, was The Cove Palisades Sta the start of this delightful riverside park. Another tract, containing between Madras and Redn 51.05 acres, under lease to Douglas County by the U. S. Bureau of Land community of Culver in Jef Management, was turned over to the state on April 26, 1956. A new Crooked and Deschutes Riv( lease with the BLM for a 20-year period was entered into on April 10, Negotiations were comp] 1962, covering 147.98 acres, which included the 51.05 acres under the ment with the federal go' original lease. Park acreage at the close of 1963 was 27.91 acres of state- Crooked River Canyon. Ar owned land and 147.98 acres of leased land, or a total of 175.89 acres in Jefferson County on March the park. actions mark the beginning A summer home owned by E. K. Jones on the leased land was During the following so acquired by the state in 1955 and it is being used as a residence by the made, one of which was a g park foreman. of Agriculture on October 8, Acquisition of the park land was to preserve the scenic values of the land to 4,533 acres. extraordinary stand of stately evergreen trees, and to provide public When construction of th4 park facilities in the attractive canyon setting and quiet atmosphere. Electric Company was begi The name for this park was taken from that of the adjoining summer power company. The land o homesite area along Susan Creek in the Umpqua National Forest. This when the lake was filled wE homesite area was probably named for Susan Creek which flows into for land suitable for park I the North Umpqua River near the western boundary of the park. The to the Portland General El park area had been known for many years prior to its acquisition by creasing the state's federal the state as Susan Creek, therefore the name was continued. state acquiring 68.15 acres. The major attractions of this park are the scenic views, the serene was 4,028.91 acres. atmosphere and the fishing prospects. The nature-loving camper relaxes At the bottom of the be amid calm, peaceful surroundings, the arduous fisherman tries his luck and 900 feet deep, lies the in the clear, cool rapids of the rushing stream, and the ambitious hiker two miles south of the conf explores the forest trails to visit remote points of interest. The use area occupies the so An area investigation by the Parks Division in 1952 revealed that at These strips give the thou, one time Zane Grey, the noted western author, had a camp on the west wall forms a part of Umpqua River below Steamboat, only a few miles from this park. These are the features frorr Regarding the two-mile stretch of river bordering the park, Zane Grey The clear, tumbling wal had the following to say in one of his stories: "This stretch of the the park to join the Descht [ 202 ] .ed a total of 1,099.60 acres Umpqua River is one of the finest white water areas in the world and is worthy of national attention." pearance along the highway The terrain is generally level, an ,wing on the land. alluvial formation, covered with an excellent stand of old growth Douglas fir, cedar, yew, hemlock, was sold in small lots from chinquapin and white fir, with a light undercover of huckleberry, salal and fern. An exceptionally large chinquapin tree in the overnight camp n arranged for the planting area adds to the beauty. by by students from a local Improvements include roads, car parking areas, trails, picnic area paid the expense and fur- complete with the usual facilities, and an overnight camp with 26 tent sites, tables, stoves, benches, water and sanitary facilities. The cottage de is indicative of the area. acquired in 1955 has been enlarged. Attendance during 1963 totaled 18,292 day visitors and approximately 5,000 overnight stays.

Expiration Permits as follows affect this park: )p-power line Indefinite Number Date Name Expiration )p-power line ,, 23303 4-10-62 Bureau of Land Mgmt.-land lease 4-10-82 Sweet Myrtle Preserve th sides of North Umpqua See "Myrtle Preserves" for story regarding this area. Atheast of the city of Rose- The Cove Palisades State Park .y on August 29, 1955, was The Cove Palisades State Park is located off U. S. Highway 97, Another tract, containing between Madras and Redmond, approximately six miles west of the y the U. S. Bureau of Land community of Culver in Jefferson County. It is at the confluence of the on April 26, 1956. A new Crooked and Deschutes Rivers. s entered into on April 10, Negotiations were completed on April 19, 1940, for a license agree- the 51.05 acres under the ment with the federal government covering 2,980 acres of land in 63 was 27.91 acres of state- Crooked River Canyon. An additional 640 acres were purchased from )r a total of 175.89 acres in Jefferson County on March 5, 1941, at a cost of $1,600. These transactions mark the beginning of The Cove Palisades State Park. s on the leased land was During the following seven years 11 additional transactions were used as a residence by the made, one of which was a gift of eight acres from the U. S. Department of Agriculture on October 8, 1946. These transactions increased the park ve the scenic values of the land to 4,533 acres. tes, and to provide public When construction of the Round Butte Dam by the Portland General ing and quiet atmosphere. Electric Company was begun in 1961, deeds were exchanged with the at of the adjoining summer power company. The land owned by the state which would be inundated )qua National Forest. This when the lake was filled was deeded to the power company in exchange tn Creek which flows into for land suitable for park purposes. This resulted in the state deeding ooundary of the park. The to the Portland General Electric Company a total of 269.90 acres, de- prior to its acquisition by creasing the state's federally leased acreage by 302.34 acres and the was continued. state acquiring 68.15 acres. The park's total acreage at the close of 1963 .e scenic views, the serene was 4,028.91 acres. ture-loving camper relaxes At the bottom of the beautiful Crooked River Canyon, between 800 is fisherman tries his luck and 900 feet deep, lies the present park use area. It is approximately a, and the ambitious hiker two miles south of the confluence of the Deschutes and Crooked Rivers. s of interest. The use area occupies the somewhat level land on both sides of the river. rn in 1952 revealed that at These strips give the thought to the expression "Cove" and the high thor, had a camp on the west wall forms a part of the palisades on both sides of the canyon. ?w miles from this park. These are the features from which the park name is derived. ering the park, Zane Grey The clear, tumbling water of Crooked River swiftly passes through 'ies: "This stretch of the the park to join the Deschutes. These two streams flow approximately [ 203 ] parallel for several miles before uniting. The higher park areas are night camping area. They generally flat, level plains. The lands are generally barren with only a sanitary facilities and car p, few scattered junipers. Other species of trees, such as willow, poplar Attendance at The Cov( and red stemmed dogwood line the streams. 18,046 overnight campers. The Portland General Electric Company started negotiations in 1954 The following list of per for state and federal approval of a proposed dam on the Deschutes River a short distance below its confluence with the Crooked River. This dam Number Date is known as Round Butte Dam. The necessary hearings were held and 1853 5-13-57 Bonn. permits were issued for the structure to start in late 1960. The proposed 134 2- 3-45 USGS lake level will be at an elevation of 1,945 feet, flooding the present use 5266 7-26-61 Descl area of The Cove. 6244 2-19-61 Pacif The Portland General Electric Company and the State Parks and lin( Recreation Division agreed that the best place, and the only place, to l 2334 2-14-61 From which the park can be moved is an area on the shores of the proposed (R( lake about midway between the Deschutes and Crooked Rivers, plus another small area on the easterly side of the new lake at the place Thomas Condom-John Day where the old road meets the lake. Considerable exploration work was done to ascertain if unstable soil might exist. Drilling to a depth of Thomas Condon-John D 150 feet in various places encountered only stable materials. sides of the South Fork of In August, 1960, the PGE offered $350,000 for the state to move the at mile posts 109, 115, 117 < park facilities to the proposed new site. This figure did not include the two small areas opposite m cost of the preliminary work, such as exploration, studies and early Counties. planning. This offer was accepted by the Highway Commission after it The first area obtained was determined to be a fair one and had the approval of the State Parks Land Company on Januar3 and Recreation Advisory Committee. The designing of the new area east of the town of Dayvilli and construction of the necessary facilities to replace the old area is pictographs. Acquisition of underway and will be completed prior to the raising of the water in the vation of the larger area r lake to its normal level. California Institute of Tec] Items of great interest to the public are the Indian writings on University of Oregon, and several large stones along the streams in the area to be flooded. Institute, Washington, D. ( Gorge, Turtle Cove, SheE Northeast of the main use area is an isolated, 240-acre tract compris- formation. ing the Round Butte cinder cone. Splendid views in every direction of the surrounding mountains and valleys may be enjoyed from this cone. An application to purch The summit of Round Butte can be reached by a good road from the cost of $1.25 per acre was south terminating at the car parking area. Cinders taken from the north land was obtained from tY side of the cone in 1943 used in construction of the Madras Air Base left 1931. Other federal lands a large pit. Removal of cinders for public use, excluding commercial 1926, as amended at the tir purposes, has been permitted by agreement with the federal authorities 240 aci and the Highway Commission. However, in 1951, Sam Rawson started 200 removal of cinders from Round Butte on a commercial basis. His authority, he claimed, was based on six mining claims he had filed for 40 that purpose. However, the Court at Bend ruled against him in 1954. 640.44 A request to purchase 23.8 acres on the easterly edge of the park at 40 a price of $10 per acre was received in 1952. An appraisal of the property placed the value at $110 per acre. This was more than the party A gift of 3.8 acres from wished to pay. 1935, is located some dista: An orchard on the farm land near Crooked River produced $778 gift included a car parking worth of fruit in 1944. Lesser amounts were produced the following The road leading to this o years because of the deteriorating condition of the orchard. Grant County in 1956 in o A fire in 1945 destroyed a cottage located near Crooked River in the distance south of the high use area. The insurance company paid $3,739. A replacement building The viewpoint and parkin was constructed as soon thereafter as was possible. overlooks a valley extend! The facilities at the park include a day use area and a 59-unit over- higher lands to the west at f 204 I The higher park areas are night camping area. enerally barren with only a They include tables, stoves, trails, water, roads, sanitary facilities ees, such as willow, poplar and car parking spaces. Attendance at The Cove during 1963 was 159,028 day visitors and 18,046 overnight campers. started negotiations in 1954 clam on the Deschutes River The following list of permits affect The Cove Palisades Park: e Crooked River. This dam Number Date Name Term try hearings were held and 1853 5-13-57 Bonneville Power Administration Indefinite in late 1960. The proposed 134 2- 3-45 USGS Gauging Station 2- 1-70 et, flooding the present use 5266 7-26-61 Deschutes Water District 25 years 6244 2-19-61 Pacific Power and the State Parks and & Light Co.-power line ace, and the only place, to Indefinite the shores of the proposed 2334 2-14-61 From Portland General Electric Co. Perpetual and Crooked Rivers, plus (Relocation of park) the new lake at the place able exploration work was Thomas Condon-John Day Fossil Beds State Park st. Drilling to a depth of Thomas Condon-John Day Fossil Beds State Park is located on both table materials. sides of the South Fork of John Day River and John Day Highway 19, 0 for the state to move the at mile posts 109, 115, 117 and 119, between mile posts 120 and 125, and figure did not include the two small areas opposite mile posts 127 and 135 in Grant and Wheeler oration, studies and early Counties. ,hway Commission after it The first area obtained was a gift of 1.50 acres from Eastern Oregon approval of the State Parks Land Company on January 31, 1930. This tract is located three miles lesigning of the new area east of the town of Dayville, at mile post 135. It contains ancient Indian to replace the old area is pictographs. Acquisition of this tract marks the beginning of the preser- raising of the water in the vation of the larger area recommended by Professor J. P. Buwalds of California Institute of Technology and for many years on the staff of 'e the Indian writings on University of Oregon, and Dr. John Merriam, President of Carnegie irea to be flooded. Institute, Washington, D. C., containing such notable areas as Picture ?d, 2 4 0-acre tract compris- Gorge, Turtle Cove, Sheep Rock, Cathedral Rock and the Mascall iews in every direction of formation. De enjoyed from this cone. An application to purchase 1,600 acres of federally-owned land at a by a good road from the cost of $1.25 per acre was made in 1930. Only 1,361.68 acres of this iders taken from the north i land was obtained from the Bureau of Land Management on May 20, f the Madras Air Base left 1931. Other federal lands purchased under the Recreational Act of Ise, excluding commercial 1926, as amended at the time of acquisition, are as follows: 'ith the federal authorities 240 acres May, 1931 [951, Sam Rawson started a commercial basis. His 200 " January, 1939 ig claims he had filed for 40 June, 1939 uled against him in 1954. 640.44 " June, 1956 sterly edge of the park at An appraisal of the prop- 40 ,, May, 1962 was more than the party A gift of 3.8 acres from W. R. Mascall, a local rancher, in September, ked River produced $778 1935, is located some distance from the highway at mile post 127. This e produced the following gift included a car parking area, an overlook and a road leading to it. the orchard. The road leading to this overlook, containing 2.1 acres, was deeded to Grant County in 1956 iear Crooked River in the in order to provide access to farms located some distance south . A replacement building of the highway. It is to be maintained by the county. sible. The viewpoint and parking area were left intact. The high viewpoint f overlooks a valley extending south from the area and a 59-unit over- John Day River and the higher lands to the west and north. [ 205 ]

- Another small isolated tract, containing three acres, located on both Foree Ranch. An entrance post 109, was purchased from Michael E. and sides of the road at mile l look have been constructed. Rachel M. Griffin in June, 1945. No count of visitors to tl Six additional purchases between 1935 and 1962, ranging in size from Permits as follows affect 4.59 acres to 878.91 acres, increased the park land to 3,543.56 acres at the close of 1963. Number Date Acquisition of this park land was to preserve an area which has 30257 8- 9-61 Alexand yielded so abundantly of animal and plant remains, an area of delicately 30940 5-18-60 Walter tinted cliffs and massive peaks deeply cut by gorges and canyons, an road area rich in scenic and historic features and an area which has attracted scientists from afar. TouVelle State Park There is evidence that Reverend Thomas Condon, a missionary who TouVelle State Park is ] moved from Forest Grove to The Dalles in 1862, was the first to intro- the Rogue River at Bybee duce the John Day Fossil Beds to the earth scientists of the nation, and the city of Medford in Jack through them to the world, although he did not personally visit the area The entire park land, a until 1865 or 1866. Reverend Thomas Condon's biography, written by LeBlond TouVelle. One tr his daughter, Mrs. Ellen Condon McCornack, establishes a definite date of the river and west of ti of the finding of invertebrate fossils on a tributary of Crooked River. 1946. The remainder of thE It states in part as follows: "A letter by Captain John M. Drake, in river and east of the road, command of a troop of cavalry temporarily encamped on a tributary of acres on January 23, 1946 the . . . river, to Reverend Condon, dated July 19, 1864, states: 'While 1947. away from camp in pursuit of some Snake Indians some soldiers made a Frank TouVelle, a form discovery that I take to be of interest geologically. On my return I k former State Highway Com found our camp converted into a vast geological cabinet; everybody had I to the state as a memorial t been gathering "rocks" from a point some thirty miles distant.' These beth Blosser TouVelle and specimens collected by Captain Drake's command in 1864, are noted as Highway Commission appr probably the first fossils Mr. Condon received from east of The Dalles." Mr. TouVelle further sl The park was named for this distinguished geologist and scientist, "through a desire to leave of Thomas Condon, who is credited with making known the discovery son County and the State c these important fossil beds located along the John Day River. These of the State Highway Con beds, estimated to be 30 million years old, yield remains of extinct furtherance of the parks at animals from horses of sheep size, to mastodons. An unsuccessful attemp Grass, sagebrush and a scattering of juniper trees cover the valley land for the park. It was onto the rolling hillsides. lands in the park and extend, in many places, Rogue River in the Camp The steep, multi- The local ranchers graze stock throughout the lands. the park. colored walls of the picturesque canyons are without vegetation. The park terrain is fail unearthed at To the scientist, the value of the ancient specimens land along the 1,500-foot Turtle Cove is beyond measure. To the geologist, the various land for- river is the only variation but to the mations found throughout the park are just as valuable; large clumps of mistletoe, formations tourist, untrained in either field, the multicolored strata the slope along the southe: Cathedral Rock and found at Picture Gorge, Sheep Rock, Turtle Cove, I land north of the river. many other parts of the park are striking natural features and attract The California-Oregon the attention of any visitor. The ancient Indian pictographs in Picture cost to the state, extended Gorge also arouse the interest of many. supply the much-needed Developments include a car parking area and viewpoint on the patrons. Reimbursement stream side of the highway approximately two miles north of the obligation for this service. junction of Ochoco Highway 26 and John Day Highway 19. A textboard, The Medford Mail Trib fossils to be found in the area, is giving information relating to the people of Oregon generally located at the car parking area. The Geological Society of the Oregon ful to Judge Frank TouVe Condon, Country erected a plaque on this area to the memory of Thomas Rogue River near Bybee I "a geologist, teacher, author and clergyman." on the part of one of sout] Other improvements by the state include an entrance road, car will bring pleasure and wl parking area and limited camping facilities at Turtle Cove and near tions, and secure for lastii [ 206 ] :hree acres, located on both based from Michael E. and Foree Ranch. An entrance road and car parking area at Mascall over- l look have been constructed. No count of d 1962, ranging in size from visitors to the park has been made. k land to 3,543.56 acres at Permits as follows affect this park: Number Date Name Expiration 'eserve an area which has 30257 8- 9-61 Alexander T. & Nellie Munro-trails Indefinite mains, an area of delicately 30940 5-18-60 Walter J. & Bessie Foree-entrance by gorges and canyons, an road Permanent in area which has attracted TouVelle State Park Condon, a missionary who TouVelle State Park is located on both sides of Table Rock road 862, was the first to intro- and the Rogue River at Bybee Bridge, approximately seven miles north cientists of the nation, and of the city of Medford in Jackson County. Lot personally visit the area The entire park Dn's biography, written by land, a total of 35.29 acres, was a gift from Frank LeBlond TouVelle. One establishes a definite date tract, containing 9.85 acres on the north side of 'ibutary of Crooked River. the river and west of the road, was deeded to the state on April 3, 1946. The remainder of !aptain John M. Drake, in the park land, situated on the south side of the river and east of ncamped on a tributary of 1 the road, was given by two deeds, one covering 24.71 acres on January uly 19, 1864, states: 'While 23, 1946, and the other 0.73 of an acre on May 31, 1947. dians some soldiers made a ogically. On my return I Frank TouVelle, a former Jackson County Judge (1913-1919) and a cal cabinet; everybody had former State Highway Commissioner (1935-1939), deeded this park land iirty miles distant.' These to the state as a memorial to his wife and asked that it be named "Eliza- nand in 1864, are noted as beth Blosser TouVelle and Frank LeBlond TouVelle State Park." The I from east of The Dalles." Highway Commission approved this name on February 25, 1946. ed geologist and scientist, Mr. TouVelle further stated that he was prompted to make the gift kg known the discovery of "through a desire to leave a recreational heritage to my people of Jack- e John Day River. These son County and the State of Oregon. I desire also, as a former member yield remains of extinct of the State Highway Commission, to express my deep interest in the ns. furtherance of the parks and highways of the State." per trees cover the valley An unsuccessful attempt was made in 1946 to acquire some additional , onto the rolling hillsides. land for the park. It was government-owned land located along the e lands. The steep, multi- Rogue River in the Camp White area, upstream a short distance from without vegetation. the park. t specimens unearthed at The park terrain is fairly level. A gradual rise to an upper level of gist, the various land for- land along the 1,500-foot southern boundary of the tract south of the t as valuable; but to the river is the only variation. A fringe of shapely oak trees, supporting colored strata formations large clumps of mistletoe, lines the south bank of the river and covers Zove, Cathedral Rock and the slope along the southern boundary. Poplar and oak trees cover the I tural features and attract land north of the river. ian pictographs in Picture The California-Oregon Power Company, very generously and without cost to the state, extended a power line into the park in 1950 in order to wa and viewpoint on the supply the much-needed electrical energy for use of the many park two miles north of the patrons. Reimbursement for the electricity used is the state's only Highway 19. A textboard, obligation for this service. be found in the area, is The Medford Mail Tribune of March 4, 1946, stated as follows: "The cal Society of the Oregon people of Oregon generally and of Jackson county particularly are grate- emory of Thomas Condon, ful to Judge Frank TouVelle for the gift of a beautiful 25-acre park on Rogue River near Bybee Bridge. This generous and thoughtful gesture on the part e an entrance road, car of one of southern Oregon's best known and loved citizens, will bring pleasure at Turtle Cove and near and wholesome recreation to this and future generations, and secure for lasting public use one of the finest steelhead and [ 207 ] -- qp-

salmon fishing areas on the Rogue and, as a matter of fact, in the entire 1959, to serve residences to nation." easement, covering 0.78 of Improvements consist of picnic areas on both sides of the river, fully given to the county in 1961 a equipped with the usual facilities, a 20 x 100-foot boat ramp at the County was given 0.73 of a northern area, water and sanitary facilities. purposes, reducing the park Preservation of this port Attendance during 1963 totaled 158,816 day visitors. Overnight scenic portion, for enjoymen camping facilities have not been provided. park in order that much-ne( Permits as follows affect this park: provided. Number Date Name Expiration The land along the right M-1901 9-29-50 California-Oregon Power Co.- quite level, with a gentle up' elec. service 60-day notice edge. The terrain west of th i Tree cover in the area is Letter 6- 6-55 Central Point Mutual Tel. Co.- alder and willows along th phone service Indefinite principally sagebrush with E 754 10-11-61 M. C. Lininger & Sons-use of Improvements include ro road 4-20-63 picnic area and an overnight or a total of 88 units, all lo( Tub Springs Wayside will accommodate 50 people Tub Springs Wayside is located on Ashland-Klamath Falls Highway i highway and the overnight ( 66, approximately 18 miles east of Ashland in Jackson County. at the bend of the river has The 40-acre tract of land in this wayside was purchased from many years. Arthur L. and May G. Coggins on August 1, 1939, at a cost of $800. Attendance during 1963 A need for better picnic facilities along Highway 66 and the good stays. drinking water available from the roadside spring prompted the Com- Permits as follows affect mission to acquire the Tub Springs area. For many years people had Number Date been using this wayside for picnicking and camping purposes. 560 1-21-59 C. F. F The terrain is rolling with upward slopes from the highway. It has 21202 10- 4-61 Deschu good stands of fir and pine trees. This area had been known as Tub Springs for many years, no doubt Ukiah-Dale Forest Wayside because of the three old, concrete, tub-like basins along the roadside. The name was continued after the area became state owned. Research Ukiah-Dale Forest Ways indicates that the name should be spelled with a single letter "b"-Tub and the Pendleton-John Da Springs. 64, at the North Fork of Jot The main attraction of this wayside is the excellent drinking water The first area acquired available from a fountain constructed at the highway in the series of purchased from Oscar C. ai three concrete tubs, or basins, with water flowing through each. Other was followed by the purchas improvements are picnic tables, benches and sanitary facilities. 1947, ranging in size from Attendance during 1962 was 7,635 day visitors. No count was made containing eight acres, on la in 1963. structed its headquarters wl was sold to the Lumber Coi Permits as follows affect this wayside: This left a net of 2,986.8 acr Number Date Name Expiration The Columbia Power Co 4443 8-17-54 California-Oregon Power Co.-power line Indefinite any way indicating its intE and cut trees to the extent o Tumalo State Park for the damage. Tumalo State Park is located on U. S. Highway 20, on both sides of Logging road permit #13 Deschutes River, approximately five miles northwest of the city of Bend 1952, was assigned to Georg in Deschutes County. Preservation of the sce The first acquisition for this scenic, riverside park was a gift of 115 purpose of acquiring the arc acres from Deschutes County on January 6, 1954. An additional 3.5-acre flows Camas Creek closely I tract was purchased on January 29, 1960. Right of way for a road, appealing beauty. The gray containing 1.07 acres, running south from the old highway across the by forested hillsides, attra4 southern part of the park, was deeded to Deschutes County in April, attract the hunters. [ 208 ] matter of fact, in the entire 1959, to serve residences to the south of the park land. Another road I easement, covering 0.78 of an acre, known as the Johnson Road, was )oth sides of the river, fully given to the county in 1961 across the west corner of the park. Deschutes 100-foot boat ramp at the County was given 0.73 of an acre on June 10, 1963, for right of way purposes, reducing the park land to 115.92 acres as of the close of 1963. 6 day visitors. Overnight Preservation of this portion of the Deschutes River, a particularly scenic portion, for enjoyment by the public prompted acquisition of the park in order that much-needed picnic and camping facilities might be provided. Expiration The land along the right bank of the river and east of the old road is )wer Co.- quite level, with a gentle upward slope that becomes steep at the eastern 60-day notice edge. The terrain west of the river is level. Tree cover Tel. Co.- in the area is rather sparse. There is a light covering of alder and willows along the river, but the Indefinite remainder of the area is principally sagebrush with a few juniper and pine trees. is-use of Improvements include roads, trails, car parking area, fully facilitated 4-20-63 picnic area and an overnight camp with 68 tent sites and 20 trailer sites, or a total of 88 units, all located east of the river. A group camp area will accommodate 50 people. The picnic area is located south of the old id-Klamath Falls Highway highway and the overnight camp is north of the road. A swimming hole n Jackson County. at the bend of the river has been a favorite area of the community for side was purchased from many years. 939, at a cost of $800. Attendance during 1963 was 65,900 day visitors and 30,512 overnight Highway 66 and the good stays. 3pring prompted the Com- Permits as follows affect this park: Dr many years people had amping purposes. Number Date Name Expiration from the highway. It has 560 1-21-59 C. F. Kindall-road to pvt. property Indefinite 21202 10- 4-61 Deschutes County-road right of way Perpetual for many years, no doubt basins along the roadside. Ukiah-Dale Forest Wayside me state owned. Research Ukiah-Dale Forest Wayside is located on both sides of Camas Creek h a single letter "b"-Tub and the Pendleton-John Day Highway 395, between mile posts 50 and 64, at the North Fork of John Day River in Umatilla County. excellent drinking water I The first area acquired for this forest wayside was 117.6 acres, highway in the series of purchased from Oscar C. and Maude D. Hilbert on May 4, 1944. This wing through each. Other was followed by the purchase of nine additional tracts between 1944 and sanitary facilities. 1947, ranging in size from 75.30 acres to 682.80 acres. A small tract, itors. No count was made containing eight acres, on which the Pilot Rock Lumber Company constructed its headquarters while the land was under lease from the state, was sold to the Lumber Company for $2,000 after advertising the sale. This left a net of 2,986.8 acres in the wayside Expiration at the close of 1963. The Columbia Power Co-op, without the 3.-power line Indefinite formality of a permit or in any way indicating its intentions, trespassed on this wayside in 1954 and cut trees to the extent of 12,685 FBM. A charge of $824.66 was made I for the damage. hway 20, on both sides of Logging road permit #1344, issued to Pilot Rock Lumber Company in thwest of the city of Bend 1952, was assigned to Georgia Pacific Pine Mill Company in 1962. Preservation of the scenic beauty along the road was the prime de park was a gift of 115 purpose of acquiring the area. The deep, narrow canyon, through which 54. An additional 3.5-acre flows Camas Creek closely paralleled by the road, has a naturalness and light of way for a road, appealing beauty. The grass-covered banks of the lively stream, flanked e old highway across the i by forested hillsides, attract many species of wildlife, which in ?schutes turn County in April, attract the hunters. 209 Tree coverage in the lower areas is mostly yellow pine and Douglas easement for a pipe line frc tamarack as it is commonly called, on the higher fir, with larch, or j acre, was received from slopes. January, 1939. In the develo The name Ukiah-Dale Forest Wayside is indicative of the area and sufficient quantity of water its location, a forested wayside along the road between Ukiah and Dale. taken from the lake. Total A small picnic area, located between the highway and Camas Creek acres. at mile post 52, was developed. Improvements include tables, benches Preservation of these lat and sanitary facilities for the day use area and an overnight camp with pose. 1) To save and prote nine tent sites. A log cabin located on land about two miles north of highway. 2) To preserve a I Bridge Creek was dismantled and moved to Battle Mountain State Park. public facilities on the shoi Overnight stays at the park during 1963 totaled 2,112. No count of the long stretch of sandy be the day visitors was made in 1962 or 1963; however, there were 14,460 elephantine sand dunes and in 1961. as to attract the attention Permits as follows affect this park: national monument not as y Number Date Name Expiration The Bonneville Power A 371 & phone system tower on a hi 1344 8- 1-52 Pilot Rock Lumber Co.-logging road 8-25-64 agreement with Bonneville (Assigned to Georgia Pacific state will cut or top such trE 10-24-62) To meet the sanitary ne4 4474 10-12-54 Columbia River Power Co-op-power Coast Guard was entered i line Indefinite Guard may use excess wat exchange for sufficient wat 4126 1-23-56 Pilot Rock Lumber Co.-pipe line 1-23-81 Marie within the park boun 341 8-27-58 Georgia Pacific Corp.-logging road 8-15-64 I Umpqua Lighthouse Sta 821 6-19-61 Allen Sheff-logging road 9- 1-62 to Umpqua Lighthouse. Or (not renewed) the Indian name of the loc 9473 4-25-63 U.S.D.A.-Pendleton-logging road 4-25-68 to be applied both to the I 5701 5- 1-63 Georgia Pacific-water line 25 years Lighthouse and nearby U. themselves. Information fu 6334 6-25-63 Georgia Pacific-power to pump Indefinite the United States Coast October 11, 1943, regarding Umpqua Lighthouse State Park "The original Umpqua Lig Umpqua Lighthouse State Park is located between U. S. Highway 101 ber 10, 1857, on the south and the ocean, beginning approximately one mile south of the town of short distance away from Winchester Bay and extending south a distance of nearly four miles. A I shifting sand. On February small part is located on the east side of the highway, fronting on Clear the base of the tower wa Lake in Douglas County. present lighthouse was cor A gift of 200 acres from Douglas County on September 4, 1930, was ber 31, 1894. The only chai the beginning of this delightful, ocean-front park. This was followed light was changed from inc by three more gifts from Douglas County, as follows: A tract containing in candle power." 371.80 acres in 1939, another 472.38 acres in 1940 and a third, containing Much of the western sh 200 acres, in 1941, or a total of 1,244.18 acres from Douglas County. port's municipal water sup Another gift of 111.81 acres was received from Menasha Wooden Ware a half mile or so and is foll' Company in March, 1951. the lake, ancient sand dun Two tracts were purchased from the U. S. Government-one from (U.S.G.S.), with the genera the U. S. Lighthouse Service, through an Act of Congress, in November i for most of the park lengt 1939, containing 110 acres at a cost of $1,000, and another from the front and the wide sand di General Land Office in April, 1940, containing 1,097.85 acres at a cost of portion of the park. Near $1,646.78. Two other purchases were added to this park-one in 1942 Lighthouse and U. S. Coast of 140.08 acres and another in 1944, containing 43.62 acres. entirely within the park bi A deed covering a road right of way was given to Douglas County of about three acres is a go in January, 1960, covering 0.52 of an acre, and other deed covering brushy sides of the lake a 0.69 of an acre was given to Julius Siller in January, 1955, in order to which blossom profusely in ease a right of way situation in relocation of the Coast Highway. An Other than the dunes a [ 210 ] tly yellow pine and Douglas easement nonly called, on the higher for a pipe line from a spring to the park, covering 0.55 of an acre, was received from the Menasha Wooden Ware Company in January, s indicative of the area and 1939. In the development of the park, this spring did not flow a sufficient quantity ad between Ukiah and Dale. of water for the park's needs; therefore, water was taken from the lake. Total highway and Camas Creek, park land at the close of 1963 was 2,746.88 acres. ents include tables, benches and an overnight camp with Preservation of these lands in public ownership had a fourfold purpose. 1) To save and protect the reforestation on the d about two miles north of I land next to the Battle Mountain State Park. highway. 2) To preserve a large timbered area for posterity and provide totaled 2,112. No count of public facilities on the shores of Lake Marie. 3) To save and reserve however, there were 14,460 the long stretch of sandy beach for public enjoyment. 4) To protect the elephantine sand dunes and surrounding area which are so outstanding I as to attract the attention of federal authorities in planning for a national monument not as yet completed. Expiration The Bonneville Power Administration maintains a Micro-Wave Tele- phone system tower on a hill in the south-central part of the park. An -logging road 8-25-64 agreement with Bonneville Power in March, 1954, stipulates that the lacific state will cut or top such trees in the area that interfere with the system. To meet the sanitary needs of the park, an agreement with the U. S. Co-op-power I Coast Guard was entered into in November, 1956, whereby the Coast Indefinite Guard may use excess water from the state's drinking water source in -pipe line 1-23-81 exchange for sufficient water from the Coast Guard's supply from Lake Jgging road 8-15-64 Marie within the park boundaries. l Umpqua Lighthouse State Park was so named because id 9- 1-62 of its closeness to Umpqua Lighthouse. Oregon Geographic Names says, "Umpqua was the Indian name of the locality of Umpqua River, and gging road the name came 4-25-68 to be applied both to the river and to an Indian tribe." The Umpqua ine 25 years Lighthouse and nearby U. S. Coast Guard Station are attractions in o pump Indefinite themselves. Information furnished by direction of the Commandant of ? the United States Coast Guard, Washington, D. C., under date of October 11, 1943, regarding the history of this lighthouse, states in part: "The original between U. S. Highway 101 Umpqua Lighthouse was placed in commission on Octo- mile south of the town of ber 10, 1857, on the south side of the entrance to the Umpqua River, a short ice of nearly four miles. A distance away from the bluff and on the beach, which was of iighway, fronting on Clear shifting sand. On February 8, 1861, during a heavy freshet in the river, the base of the tower was undermined and the structure fell. The present lighthouse on September 4, 1930, was was completed and placed in operation on Decem- ber 31, park. This was followed 1894. The only change since then was that the illuminant of the light was changed ollows: A tract containing from incandescent oil vapor to electric and increased 940 and a third, containing in candle power." Much res from Douglas County. of the western shore line of Clear Lake, the source of Reeds- port's municipal m Menasha Wooden Ware water supply, forms the east boundary of the park for a half mile or so and is followed closely by the highway. To the west of I the lake, ancient S. Government-one from sand dunes rise to a maximum elevation of 545 feet of Congress, in November, (U.S.G.S.), with the general elevation of the high ground somewhat less for most D0, and another from the of the park length. Steep, wind-blown slopes line the ocean front and the wide sand dunes i 1,097.85 acres at a cost of near the ocean broaden in the southern portion to this park-one in 1942 of the park. Near the north end of the park, close to Umpqua Lighthouse and U. S. Coast Guard Station, 5 43.62 acres. is beautiful Lake Marie, lying given to Douglas County entirely within the park boundaries. This small, irregular shaped lake of about and other deed covering three acres is a gem nestled in a heavily wooded area. Steep, brushy ranuary, 1955, in order to sides of the lake are lined with tall, luxuriant rhododendrons ' the Coast Highway. An which blossom profusely in season. Other than the dunes and the ocean shore, the park land has been [ 211 ]

I covered with indigenous varieties of conifers, made up of Douglas fir, contributed $500 toward the Sitka spruce, Western red cedar, Western hemlock and coast pine. The comprised the wayside as of western one-third of the timber still stands, but the remainder is cut- Acquisition of these land& over land and now has a good stand of new reforestation. stands of myrtle, maple an Improvements at this park area were begun by the Civilian Conser- which increase the attractiv vation Corps as early as 1934, when crews from Woahink Lake CCC aspects of the highway. All Camp planted Holland grass and native pine trees to stabilize a loose the highway and the river. sand area above the highway, about midway of the Clear Lake shore. The name Umpqua Way The CCC crews also made a trail up the steep, brushy ridge west of indicative of their location. Lake Marie to a high point which offers wide, sweeping views of the Picnic facilities have bee sand dunes, the mouth of the Umpqua River and its jetties, and miles of the tract at mile post 9.40 ocean shore line in both directions. This high point is now occupied by facilities. A paved boat-i the Coast Guard patrol as a defense lookout post. constructed. Other improvements made by the state after acquisition of the park Attendance during 1962 land include an entrance road, day use area and overnight camp site 39,796 during 1963. at Lake Marie, swimming area, trails around the lake and to the beach, car parking area, tables, electric stoves, benches, water and sanitary Unity Forest Wayside facilities. The overnight camp has 41 tent sites and 22 trailer camps, a Unity Forest Wayside is total of 63 units. ning approximately two m A plaque was installed on a wide place of an abandoned section of toward the town of Unity , highway honoring the Menasha Wooden Ware Company for the gift of west side of the highway a] 111.81 acres of land for this park. along Camp Creek. It also i 21,823 Attendance during 1963 totaled 308,395 day visitors and Dooley Mountain Highway' overnight stays. in Baker County. Permits as follows affect this park: The area on Highway 26 Number Date Name Expiration Carl and Elsie Storzbach or area on Highway 7, contain Letter 1- 5-60 Douglas County to State Parks- General Land Office throu 2 driveways Indefinite per acre, or a total of $62.5 2011 5- 8-58 Central Lincoln PUD-electric of 1963 was 85.27 acres. service Gen. Agmt. The first acquisition w 1459 4- 9-53 U. S. Coast Guard-water line 4-9-78 Camp Creek for the pleastu P-127-B 1-26-39 Manasha Wooden Ware Co.-pipe to serve dual purposes, one line crossing Perpetual growing thereon and the si 6267 3-28-63 Dept. of Army-underground was available on the area. area cables 30-day notice The terrain of the one small, level, grass-fli Umpqua Myrtle Preserve comparatively steep. Unity Forest Wayside x See "Myrtle Preserves" for story regarding this area. to the community of Unity Umpqua Wayside Very little direct use he been made of the visitors. Umpqua Wayside is comprised of five separate tracts of land along Highway 38, located between Reedsport and Scottsburg in Douglas I Unity Lake State Park Umpqua River and County. These timbered tracts are located between Unity Lake State Park 9.40 to 10.02, 11.44 to 11.76 on the highway at the following mile posts: of Unity Reservoir, about 14.15 to 14.38 and 28.28 to 30.12. both sides of the road, 12.59 to 13.55, Highway and about three n Two tracts were acquired from Douglas County. The first was 11.32 Unity Reservoir is an irrig acres, purchased on February 15, 1936, at a cost of $44.92, and the the U. S. Bureau of Reclai second was a gift of 7.08 acres on May 2, 1946, ten years later. Four supply water to the farmei additional areas were purchased between 1946 and 1953, ranging in size The first acquisition o: from 1.8 acres to 3.92 acres. One of these tracts contained a good stand under a lease agreement v of old myrtle trees. Save the Myrtle Woods, Inc., an organization of the Burnt River Irrigati greatly interested in preserving the beautiful myrtle trees in Oregon be renewed for another 56 [ 212 ] rs, made up of Douglas fir, emlock and coast pine. The contributed $500 toward the purchase of this tract. A total of 31.22 acres ,, but the remainder is cut- comprised the wayside as of December 31, 1963. reforestation. Acquisition of these lands was for the purpose of protecting the good ,un by the Civilian Conser- stands of myrtle, maple and other native trees growing on the area, from Woahink Lake CCC which increase the attractiveness of the valley and enhance the scenic le trees to stabilize a loose aspects of the highway. All of the tracts, except one, are located between y of the Clear Lake shore. the highway and the river. teep, brushy ridge west of The name Umpqua Wayside was selected for these tracts and it is ide, sweeping views of the indicative of their location. and its jetties, and miles of Picnic facilities have been placed near the west end of the series, on h point is now occupied by the tract at mile post 9.40, consisting of tables, stoves and sanitary post. facilities. A paved boat-launching ramp, 20 x 75 feet, has been fter acquisition of the park constructed. a and overnight camp site Attendance during 1962 totaled 101,580 day visitors. It dropped to the lake and to the beach, 39,796 during 1963. nches, water and sanitary Unity Forest Wayside tes and 22 trailer camps, a Unity Forest Wayside is located on both sides of Highway 26, begin- f an abandoned section of ning approximately two miles north of Eldorado Pass and extending e Company for the gift of toward the town of Unity a distance of one and one-half miles on the west side of the highway and three-quarters of a mile on the east side day visitors and 21,823 along Camp Creek. It also includes an isolated tract on the south side of Dooley Mountain Highway 7, approximately 15 miles south of Baker, all in Baker County. The area on Highway 26, containing 60.27 acres, was purchased from Expiration Carl and Elsie Storzbach on October 31, 1928, at a cost of $180.81. The e Parks- area on Highway 7, containing 25 acres, was purchased in 1931 from the Indefinite General Land Office through the State Land Board at a cost of $2.50 -electric per acre, or a total of $62.50. Total acreage in the wayside at the close Gen. Agmt. of 1963 was 85.27 acres. The first acquisition ter line 4-9-78 was to preserve a good stand of trees along Camp Creek Co.-pipe for the pleasure of the traveler. The latter acquisition was to serve dual purposes, one to preserve the stand of ponderosa Perpetual pine trees growing thereon and the second to supply certain road material which ~rground was available on the area. 30-day notice The terrain of the area along Highway 26 is mostly rolling hills with one small, level, grass-floored valley. The area on Highway 7 is comparatively steep. this area. Unity Forest Wayside was no named because of its close proximity to the community of Unity. Very little direct use has been made of the wayside so no count has Irate tracts of land along ) been made of the visitors. I Scottsburg in Douglas ween Umpqua River and Unity Lake State Park Lo 10.02, 11.44 to 11.76 on Unity Lake State Park is located on a peninsula on the south shore 14.38 and 28.28 to 30.12. of Unity Reservoir, about one-quarter of a mile north of Baker-Unity inty. The first was 11.32 Highway and about three miles north of Unity junction in Baker County. cost of $44.92, and the Unity Reservoir is an irrigation impoundment which was formed when L6, ten years later. Four the U. S. Bureau of Reclamation constructed a dam on Burnt River to and 1953, ranging in size supply water to the farmers of Baker County. s contained a good stand The first acquisition of park land was 30 acres on March 6, 1959, S, Inc., an organization under a lease agreement with the Bureau of Reclamation and approval myrtle trees in Oregon of the Burnt River Irrigation District. The lease is for 50 years and may be renewed for another 50-year period. An additional 9-acre tract was [ 213 ] El--- , -

purchased from the John Rouse family on May 20, 1959, at a cost of $45. county road, lawns, day use an At the close of 1963 the park contained 39 acres. stoves, water and sanitary faci Acquisition was for the purpose of providing public access to the use in 1963, with 20 tent siteE lake for the pleasure and enjoyment of the public, such as fishermen, facilities. Trails throughout thb boaters, swimmers, bird hunters and other water sports enthusiasts, as ramp were constructed. An a well as picnickers and campers. Users are principally from Baker being constructed. County with a few from Malheur and Grant Counties. Attendance during 1963 tot The park was named for the lake on which it is located and the night stays. nearby community of Unity. Permits as follows affect th The terrain is rolling, with side slopes extending into the lake. The Number Date area is barren of trees and has only a light covering of sagebrush. Ele- 10- 4-61 Southerr vation is approximately 4,000 feet, which eliminates the growth of many road trees and shrubs. Improvements include a complete day use area, small overnight camp 11-30-62 Edward with five tent sites, tables, electric stoves, water and sanitary facilities. 5656 2-25-63 Cal-Pac A boat launching ramp, 30 x 50 feet, has been constructed. Sale 4-25-63 Pac. P.& Attendance during 1963 totaled 34,156 day visitors and 1,207 over- of par] night stays. Permits as follows affect this park: Viento State Park Number Date Name Expiratzon Viento State Park is locat 2110 3-6-59 U. S. Bureau of Reclamation to state-park 50 years 80N, at mile post 54.36, appro: in Hood River County. Valley of the Rogue State Park The first land in this park v Valley of the Rogue State Park is located on Interstate Highway 5, 1925, from J. 0. and Theresa between the highway and the Rogue River, beginning at the river cross- was paid by the Pacific Telel ing near Gold Hill and extending northwesterly a distance of two miles amends for damages by the ca in Jackson County. park areas. The next addition I The first area acquired was 140.2 acres purchased from Harry L. and tracts, aggregating 240.23 acre' Elizabeth P. White on August 9, 1960, at a cost of $45,500, reserving total of 243.83 acres at the clos unto the grantors a life tenancy in a 2-acre tract and a nonexclusive Acquisition of the area wE easement for ingress and egress to their home. Two adjoining tracts, facilities for the motoring pub aggregating 69 acres, were purchased from Frances Elizabeth White, and maple trees growing aloi one in 1960 and the other in 1961, at a total cost of $34,418. Irrigation rippling, mountain stream flox" water rights were included with these purchases. As of December 31, Viento park was named a 1963, the park contained a total of 209.2 acres. named after a nearby railroad Valley of the Rogue was chosen as a name for this park because of in Oregon Geographic Names, t its central location to all cities in the Rogue River Valley and because it first two letters of the names is on the banks of the Rogue River. was a Boston capitalist who w: The need for a large park, centrally located in the valley, with access enterprise. Tollman was a rail available from Interstate Highway 5 as well as from local roads, that Viento is also a Spanish wi prompted acquisition of this area. had nothing to do with the nar In general the terrain is nearly level with a slight slope toward the The terrain north of the hig river. The easterly portion is sparsely covered with oak trees and the River. South of the highway westerly part is irrigated farm land. abrupt some distance back fro River frontage of more than two miles in this park attracts many with the usual native shrubs f( water sports enthusiasts, such as boaters and fishermen. The boat The first developing done ii launching ramp adds to the attraction. Also, the former owner claims tion Corps. It included an ent that the area has historical interest. Harry White claims that Indians and water supply. They built once used the area temporarily as a reservation and that a fort was and controlled menacing strea formerly located across the river. To substantiate this, Mrs. White structed in 1927 and the drink claims she found Indian graves and artifacts on the White property. erected by the parks crew. Improvements include on and off ramps from Interstate Highway 5, After the highway was re a road constructed by the Parks Division to connect with Stagecoach structed on both sides of the hi [ 214 ] lay 20, 1959, at a cost of $45. county road, lawns, day use area equipped with tables, benches, electric acres. stoves, water and sanitary facilities, and an overnight camp, ready for :)viding public access to the use in 1963, with 20 tent sites, car parking space, water and sanitary e public, such as fishermen, facilities. Trails throughout the park and a 20 x 100-foot boat launching water sports enthusiasts, as ramp were constructed. An additional 49-unit overnight camp area is are principally from Baker being constructed. t Counties. Attendance during 1963 totaled 89,232 day visitors and 16,692 over- which it is located and the night stays. Permits as follows affect this park: *xtending into the lake. The Number Date Name Expiration covering of sagebrush. Ele- 10- 4-61 iminates the growth of many Southern Pacific-RR crossing-ent. road e area, small overnight camp 11-30-62 Edward Martin-hay cutting 11- 1-63 water and sanitary facilities. 5656 2-25-63 Cal-Pac Utilities-gas line 2-25-88 ~en constructed. Sale 4-25-63 Pac. P.&L. Co.-Pvt. line #282-part lay visitors and 1,207 over- of park system

Viento State Park Expiration Viento State Park is located on both sides of Interstate Highway on to state-park 50 years 80N, at mile post 54.36, approximately eight miles west of Hood River in Hood River County. The first land in this park was a 3.6-acre tract, purchased on May 13, Ed on Interstate Highway 5, 1925, from J. 0. and Theresa D. Jones at a cost of $3,000. This sum beginning at the river cross- was paid by the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Company to make erly a distance of two miles amends for damages by the company's clearing crews cutting trees in park areas. The next addition to the park was 25 years later when seven urchased from Harry L. and tracts, aggregating 240.23 acres, were purchased. The park contained a a cost of $45,500, reserving total of 243.83 acres at the close of 1963. re tract and a nonexclusive Acquisition of the area was to provide a resting place and picnic ome. Two adjoining tracts, facilities for the motoring public in the cool, shady grove of young fir n Frances Elizabeth White, and maple trees growing along the banks of Viento Creek, a small, I cost of $34,418. Irrigation rippling, mountain stream flowing through the area. 'hases. As of December 31, Viento park was named after the stream, which, no doubt, was es. named after a nearby railroad station. According to Lewis A. McArthur me for this park because of in Oregon Geographic Names, the name Viento was coined by taking the River Valley and because it first two letters of the names Villard, Endicott and Tollman. Endicott was a Boston capitalist who was heavily interested in Villard's railroad ed in the valley, with access enterprise. Tollman was a railroad contractor. McArthur further states well as from local roads, that Viento is also a Spanish word meaning wind, but the Spanish origin had nothing to do with the naming of the railroad station. :h a slight slope toward the The terrain north of the highway slopes gently toward the Columbia *red with oak trees and the River. South of the highway the gradient rises steeply and becomes abrupt some distance back from the road. Tree cover is fir and maple in this park attracts many with the usual native shrubs for undergrowth. and fishermen. The boat The first developing done in the park was by the Civilian Conserva- D, the former owner claims tion Corps. It included an entrance road, picnic tables, benches, stoves White claims that Indians and water supply. They built a rustic foot bridge over Viento Creek zation and that a fort was and controlled menacing stream erosion. Sanitary facilities were con- )stantiate this, Mrs. White structed in 1927 and the drinking fountain with its grotesque face was on the White property. erected by the parks crew. from Interstate Highway 5, After the highway was revised, small overnight camps were con- .o connect with Stagecoach structed on both sides of the highway in order to accommodate travelers [ 215 ]

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of the divided highway. The 45 overnight tent sites are equipped with A roadside rest area has the usual facilities, such as roads, car parking spots, tables, stoves, tables, benches, water and sa benches, water and sanitary facilities. The stone drinking fountain is No count has been made located at the picnic area north of the highway. Permits as follows affeci A residence and a few cabins on the property when it was acquired Number Date are now being used as park headquarters. 159 10-14-55 Blue Mt Park attendance during 1963 totaled 90,584 day visitors and 12,045 overnight stays. Wallowa Lake State Park Wallowa Lake State Parl Vinzenz Lausmann Memorial State Park south end of Wallowa Lake Vinzenz Lausmann Memorial State Park is located on Interstate south, at the end of Joseph- Highway 80N, near Mitchell Point, approximately five miles west of 80 miles from La Grande ar the city of Hood River in Hood River County. County. The entire park area, 126 acres, was a gift from the Columbia River The first area, containing Gorge Commission on August 14, 1961. It was first a gift to the Gorge Agnes Hamilton on DecembE Commission from the Lausmann family on December 28, 1954, as a areas were purchased from memorial to Vinzenz Lausmann and to be used for park purposes. The at a total cost of $71,600. Ti document relinquishing title to the state specifies that title is given upon 18 acres of land to the sta the condition that said land shall be designated and forever known as without cost. It is located r "Vinzenz Lausmann Memorial Park." the valley, one mile south of Preservation of the scenic aspects of the Columbia River Gorge area extending between the prompted the Commission to accept this generous gift. The Lausmann subject to the flooding righ tract is located in a scenic section of the gorge and joins Seneca Fouts Ditch Company. The park cc State Park to the north and east and Wygant State Park to the west. 1963. The terrain in general is quite steep, and south of the old highway Acquisition of the land v it rises abruptly. The coverage is small fir trees intermingled with the base of the scenic, rugge maple and alder, two varieties which add greatly to the beauty of the area in the state of Oregon. gorge when fall turns their green leaves to many brilliant colors. action of a glacier formed downward and pushing up A plaque giving information about Mr. Lausmann and his gift to the mass of ice dug deep into sE public is to be erected at this park. Mr. Lausmann supplied $753.45 to large, deep hole in which th( the Columbia Gorge Commission toward the plaque. Since the glacial period, No improvements have been added to this area. washed down through the ca Wallowa Lake Highway Forest Wayside of the lake. The land is gram the lake. Wallowa Lake Highway Forest Wayside is comprised of four strips Wallowa Lake State Par of land located on both sides of Wallowa Lake Highway 82, beginning located. Oregon Geographic two miles east of the community of Minam and extending east to Rock word used to describe a sti Creek, a distance of nearly five miles in Wallowa County. support a net work of sticks The purchase of 47 acres on December 15, 1925, from Ernest F. and A 15-year lease to the S Myrtle S. Johnson at a cost of $1,386.60 was the beginning of this forest acre for their local headque wayside. This tract contained a good stand of ponderosa pine timber. The lease has been renewer Four additional purchases were made between 1927 and 1958, containing July 31, 1978. from 10 to 125 acres, at costs ranging from $308.15 to $3,300. The The Highway Commissio wayside contained a total of 313.66 acres at the close of 1963. when needed, a temporary Preservation of the natural beauty along the highway through the from the park entrance road Wallowa River Canyon prompted acquisition of these four strips of to accommodate a few of th timbered land. The steep canyon walls, with their covering of ponderosa park land. This road will n pine, form a valley through which flows the winding Wallowa River. camp area. The river is closely paralleled by the railroad and the highway, all A boat concession, part sharing the floor of this valley for a distance of nearly five miles of May, 1947, to Mrs. Irene 'V scenic beauty. Lake Lodge. The agreemen Wallowa Lake Highway Forest Wayside was named for the river and boat mooring channel, a bc hi-hway along which it is located. Wallowa is a Nez Perce Indian word. constructed in 1949. Later, . [ 216 1 I tent sites are equipped with A roadside rest area has been constructed at this wayside, including arking spots, tables, stoves, tables, benches, water and sanitary facilities. e stone drinking fountain is No count has been made of the visitors. way. Permits as follows affect this wayside: Dperty when it was acquired Number Date Name Exptration 159 10-14-55 Blue Mt. Council, Boy Scouts-pipe line Indefinite 1,584 day visitors and 12,045 Wallowa Lake State Park Wallowa Lake State Park contains two separate areas. One is at the south end of Wallowa Lake and the other is located one mile farther irk is located on Interstate south, at the end of Joseph-Wallowa Lake Highway 82, approximately ximately five miles west of 80 miles from La Grande and six miles south from Joseph in Wallowa ty. County. ift from the Columbia River The first area, containing two acres, was obtained from Harley and was first a gift to the Gorge Agnes Hamilton on December 7, 1946, at a cost of $1,000. Six additional in December 28, 1954, as a areas were purchased from 1947 to 1954, covering 145.8 acres of land, used for park purposes. The at a total cost of $71,600. The Pacific Power and Light Company leased *cifies that title is given upon 18 acres of land to the state in August, 1954, for a 30-year period, nated and forever known as without cost. It is located near their power house at the south end of the valley, one mile south of the principal part of the park. Deeds to the the Columbia River Gorge area extending between the low and high water lines of the lake are merous gift. The Lausmann subject to the flooding rights of both the power company and Allied orge and joins Seneca Fouts Ditch Company. The park contained a total of 165.80 acres at the close of ,ant State Park to the west. 1963. rid south of the old highway Acquisition of the land was to preserve the unusual lake situated at the base fir trees intermingled with of the scenic, rugged, alpine-type mountain area, the only such greatly to the beauty of the area in the state of Oregon. Wallowa Lake was formed by the creeping many brilliant colors. action of a glacier formed on the Wallowa Mountains, slowly moving downward and pushing up lateral and terminal moraines. The great Lausmann and his gift to the mass of ice dug deep into sediments below. The receding glacier left a ausmann supplied $753.45 to large, deep hole in which the lake was formed. e plaque. Since the glacial period, rock, gravel, sand and debris have been is area. washed down through the canyons to form the present valley floor south of the lake. The land is gradually being extended into the south end of the lake. e is comprised of four strips Wallowa Lake State Park was named for the lake near which it is aake Highway 82, beginning located. Oregon Geographic Names says, "Wallowa is a Nez Perce Indian , and extending east to Rock word used to describe a structure of stakes set in a triangle, used to illowa County. support a net work of sticks called lacallas, for catching fish." 15, 1925, from Ernest F. and A 15-year lease to the State Board of Forestry, covering 0.58 of an s the beginning of this forest acre for their local headquarters, was entered into on August 1, 1948. d of ponderosa pine timber. The lease has been renewed for a 15-year period and will expire on Ken 1927 and 1958, containing July 31, 1978. Com $308.15 to $3,300. The The Highway Commission agreed on October 28, 1954, to construct, the close of 1963. when needed, a temporary road on the west side of Wallowa River, rig the highway through the from the park entrance road south along the river to the park boundary, tion of these four strips of to accommodate a few of the summer homes in the area adjoining the h their covering of ponderosa park land. This road will not interfere in any way with the overnight the winding Wallowa River. camp area. [lroad and the highway, all A boat concession, part of the acquisition agreement, was given in ance of nearly five miles of May, 1947, to Mrs. Irene Wiggins who operates the nearby Wallowa Lake Lodge. The agreement has been renewed from time to time. A was named for the river and boat mooring channel, a boat float and a boat launching ramp were l is a Nez Perce Indian word. constructed in 1949. Later, all were enlarged and extended. [ 217 ] _-1 - .- I.NRMNNMN w

A horse concession which was obtained with the land in 1953 was The park was named W discontinued in 1955. It was not satisfactory. Mr. Nelson's request. Improvements were started in 1948. They include an entrance road, Improvements are a sm; car parking area, trails, road to the lake, employee cottage, channel area, tables, stoves, water improvement, stream control and picnic area with tables, benches, elec- facility is located nearby bu tric stoves, water and sanitary facilities. Also, there is a large, 147-unit, Attendance in 1963 totali overnight camp with 106 tent sites and 41 trailer sites with direct sanitary connections, and a group camp to accommodate 100 people. Willamette Stone State Parl The isolated area located one mile south of the main park area was Willamette Stone State ] improved in 1954 for day use. It contains a car parking area, tables, westerly part of the city o stoves, water and sanitary facilities. business center in Multnomr Attendance during 1963 totaled 462,220 day visitors and 44,285 The land was obtained b3 overnight stays. 1945, covering a total of 1.6( Permits as follows affect this park: The property was obtain used in the United States la Number Date Name Expiration park surrounds the establis] 4767 2-28-56 West Coast Telephone Co.-phone line Indefinite stake surrounded by a con 15661 1-17-55 Idaho Conference Methodist Church- squares indicating the man irrig. ditch ,, ships. It marks the Willam( 1915 1-27-61 Wallowa Lake Lodge, Inc.-boat con- tude) and Base Line (450 3 cession 12-31-65 June 4, 1851. 1100 4-25-63 State Board of Forestry-Warden's The Highway Commissic quarters 7-31-78 Arthur that this area be r Commission that was the na Esmt. 10-14-55 From Blue Mt. Council, Boy Scouts- the surveyor's monument m park water Indefinite the two states. This small tract of land Washburne Wayside and maple trees. Washburne Wayside is located on U. S. Highway 99W at the Benton- Improvements are a sur: Lane County line, about midway between Monroe and Junction City in street to the stone, the apror both Benton and Lane Counties. and a textboard at the car The 37.30-acre tract was purchased from William C. and Mae E. the marker. A small car p; Washburne on October 4, 1926, at a cost of $5,000, for use as a wayside. County. The area is covered with a dense growth of moderately large fir trees No record of park use ha which provides a shaded area suitable for picnicking or resting. The wind storm of October 12, 1962, did considerable damage at this wayside. William M. Tugman State P Improvements include a picnic area, well with a hand pump, car William M. Tugman Sta parking area parallel to the highway and a stone fence extending a Highway 101, approximatel, short distance along the highway. a bi-county area at the Dou Attendance during 1963 totaled 11,212 day visitors. Overnight A gift from the Oregon ' camping facilities have not been provided. 460 acres, 210 in Coos Counl west half of Eel Lake, was W. B. Nelson State Park purchase of three additiona W. B. Nelson State Park is located on the south side of Highway 34, the acreage in the park to a one mile east of the city of Waldport, bordering the west side of Eckman Safeguarding public accc Slough in Lincoln County. of the gift of the land bord The 2-acre tract was a gift in March, 1959, from W. B. Nelson, an lake which had been used fe elderly gentleman who had owned it and adjacent lands for many years. as a brood lake for coasta It was Mr. Nelson's desire to leave a small area to the state for the years, logs had become su purpose of supplying the outdoor recreation needs of the community and accumulated in the lake. A its visitors. became apparent that some This park land is a long, narrow strip, lying between Eckman Slough its natural condition. A pri and a county road running south from the highway. A good stand of which was a monumental te spruce trees adds beauty to the area and makes picnicking a joy. by the State Game Commis! [ 218] d with the land in 1953 was The park was named W. B. Nelson State Park in compliance with .y. Mr. Nelson's request. iey include an entrance road, Improvements are a small picnic area, bathing beach, car parking i, employee cottage, channel area, tables, stoves, water and sanitary facilities. A boat launching ea with tables, benches, elec- facility is located nearby but not on the state-owned tract. Iso, there is a large, 147-unit, Attendance in 1963 totaled 33,404 day visitors. 41 trailer sites with direct accommodate 100 people. Willamette Stone State Park h of the main park area was Willamette Stone State Park is located on Skyline Boulevard in the s a car parking area, tables, westerly part of the city of Portland, four miles from the downtown business center in Multnomah County. '20 day visitors and 44,285 The land was obtained by three deeds dated in January and February, 1945, covering a total of 1.60 acres. The property was obtained to preserve the origin of the grid system used in the United States land Expiration surveys of Oregon and Washington. The park surrounds the established point marked by a small, Co.-phone line Indefinite square, stone stake surrounded by a concrete apron in which is embedded bronze iodist Church- squares indicating the manner ,, of numbering the Sections and Town- ships. It marks the Willamette Meridian (122° 44' 33."551 West Longi- Inc.-boat con- tude) and Base Line (450 31' 10."831 North Latitude) as established on 12-31-65 June 4, 1851. stry-Warden's The Highway Commission accepted the suggestion of Lewis A. Mc- 7-31-78 Arthur that this area be named Willamette Stone as he advised the 1, Boy Scouts- Commission that was the name which had been used for many years for Indefinite the surveyor's monument marking the point of origin of land surveys in the two states. This small tract of land is covered with a good growth of young fir and maple trees. Highway 99W at the Benton- Improvements are a surfaced trail from the car parking area at the Monroe and Junction City in street to the stone, the apron around the stone and the markings thereon, and a textboard at the car parking area citing information regarding om William C. and Mae E. the marker. A small car parking area was constructed by Multnomah $5,000, for use as a wayside. County. )f moderately large fir trees No record of park use has been kept. picnicking or resting. The ,able damage at this wayside. William M. Tugman State Park ,Tell with a hand pump, car William M. Tugman State Park is located on the east side of U. S. I a stone fence extending a Highway 101, approximately eight miles south of the city of Reedsport, a bi-county area at the Douglas-Coos County line. 12 day visitors. Overnight A gift from the Oregon State Game Commission on May 23, 1962, of 460 acres, 210 in Coos County and 250 in Douglas County, containing the west half of Eel Lake, was the beginning of this beautiful park. The purchase of three additional tracts totaling 20.3 acres in 1963 increased ie south side of Highway 34, the acreage in the park to a total of 480.3 acres as of December 31, 1963. ring the west side of Eckman Safeguarding public access to beautiful Eel Lake impelled acceptance of the gift of the land bordering the sprawling, ell-shaped, fresh water [959, from W. B. Nelson, an lake which had been used for many years by the State Game Commission [jacent lands for many years. as a brood lake for coastal cutthroat trout. Over a period of many ill area to the state for the years, logs had become submerged and a vast amount of debris had needs of the community and accumulated in the lake. As the demand for fishing areas increased, it became apparent that something had to be done to restore the lake to 'ing between Eckman Slough its natural condition. A program to clear the lake of all debris began, * highway. A good stand of which was a monumental task, and was completed as a pre-park project ikes picnicking a joy. by the State Game Commission. [ 219] The park was named and dedicated on June 6, 1962, to honor the late sponsoring Works Progress P William M. Tugman, a newspaper career man, a highway and park ing areas along the river, th enthusiast who, for many years, found time to head the State Travel acquisition project. These gi and Information Advisory Committee and the State Parks and Recrea- 1950. Also, Consolidated Tin C tion Advisory Committee. William Tugman was known as a "rugged Glenwood in Washington character" who championed the wise use and development of Oregon's tract was purchased from Pi natural resources. As a tribute from the people of Oregon, in apprecia- cost of $50. This made a to tion of the many years he devoted to recreation and conservation, the close of 1950. State Highway Commission named this park in his memory. Arrangements were mad Improvements include a paved entrance road and car parking area, give to the State Board of F. water and sanitary facilities, electric stoves and shelters, tables, benches, Wilson River Highway and trails and a paved boat launching ramp 100 x 150 feet. total of 4,595 acres) in exch Once restored to its natural scenic beauty, the lake and area began Oswald West State Park an to receive heavy use by visitors and tourists. No count was made of Wilson River Highway and visitors during 1962, but during 1963 a total of 97,748 day visitors was of Forestry covering the 31.' recorded. 111-acre tract at Oswald We from the Highway Commiss: Permits as follows affect this park: the 4,595 acres is dated Aui Number Date Name Expiration resulted in the Highway C 6216 12-26-62 West Coast Telephone Co.-pole line Indefinite right of way and acquiring 6297 5- 3-63 Central Lincoln PUD-pole line ,, and Wilson River in areas al way Forest Wayside contain( William P. Keady Wayside All down timber and sta William P. Keady Wayside is located on U. S. Highway 101, at the bidder at times when the pou southern edge of the city of Waldport in Lincoln County. Tillamook County school The area is deeded tideland lying between the highway and Alsea the highway between the ye Bay. It was originally owned by William P. Keady, who obtained it The name Wilson River I from the United States Government by means of a Commissioner's area. Certificate. The 10.2-acre tract comprising this wayside was a gift on No active use has been nr April 20, 1937, from William F. and Maud C. Keady, son and daughter- Permits as follows affect in-law of the former title holder. It was given to the state to provide and assure public access to the beach for the people of Waldport. Number Date At the request of the donors, the area was named William P. Keady 5207 12-18-57 Portland I or patentee, of the land, a public- Wayside, to honor the first owner, Wygant State Park spirited, early-day resident of the community. Permission was given about 1954 for the Civilian Plane Observation Wygant State Park is lo( Corps to use a small area at the northeast corner of the wayside. Such (Interstate Highway 80N), of Ho( use continued only a year or two. miles west of the city The Waldport Chamber of Commerce was granted permission on The first land acquired f July 23, 1941, to erect a concrete monument honoring soldiers, sailors Simeon R. and Olivia F. Win Theodore and Margaret W: and marines, but it was never erected. the gift on December 13, 1' No improvements have been made at this wayside. Park." The deed is dated Ja Wilson River Highway Forest Wayside timbered tract adjoining th( Wilson River Highway Forest Wayside is located along four different 26.27 acres of this tract A sections of Wilson River Highway 6, in Tillamook and Washington February, 1940. Counties. All of the tracts are burnt-over stump land. The locations of There have been five at the strips by mile posts are as follows: M. P. 14.02 to 17.96, a distance which were gifts from Hood of 3.94 miles, M.P. 18.91 to 22.71, a distance of 10.65 miles, M.P. 24.87 to first of the County gifts w 27.57, a distance of 2.70 miles, and M.P. 28.07 to 38.72, a distance of 10.65 was 360 acres on Septemb miles, or a total of 21.09 miles. October 3, 1945. A 40-acre 1 The area first acquired was 1,220.65 acres, purchased at a cost of on August 3, 1945, and anot $4,597.75 in April, 1931, from the Consolidated Timber Companv. It is to the county on October 1 located along Lake Creek fork of the Wilson River. The Tillamook park total 105.5 acres at a c County Court was interested in the proposed park strips and when 690.73 acres at the close of [ 220 1 une 6, 1962, to honor the late sponsoring Works Progress Administration (WPA) projects for develop- man, a highway and park ing areas along the river, the County donated 1,750.63 acres to aid the ne to head the State Travel acquisition project. These gifts were made in July, 1943, and December, the State Parks and Recrea- 1950. Also, Consolidated Timber Company gave 119.8 acres located near tn was known as a "rugged Glenwood in Washington County in June, 1939. Another 75.45-acre .nd development of Oregon's tract was purchased from Properties Corporation in January, 1941, at a !ople of Oregon, in apprecia- cost of $50. This made a total of 3,166.53 acres in the wayside at the eation and conservation, the close of 1950. k in his memory. Arrangements were made in 1951 for the Highway Commission to X road and car parking area, give to the State Board of Forestry 2,426 acres of stump land along the and shelters, tables, benches, Wilson River Highway and 2,169 acres along the Sunset Highway (a x 150 feet. total of 4,595 acres) in exchange for 111 acres of timberland adjoining Lty, the lake and area began Oswald West State Park and 31.76 acres in 12 parcels lying between sts. No count was made of Wilson River Highway and the river. The deeds from the State Board al of 97,748 day visitors was of Forestry covering the 31.76-acre tract added to this wayside and the 111-acre tract at Oswald West Park are dated June 26, 1951. The deed from the Highway Commission to the State Board of Forestry covering the 4,595 acres is dated August 21, 1951. The exchange of these lands Expiration resulted in the Highway Commission retaining a minimum 200-foot Co.-pole line Indefinite right of way and acquiring all of the land lying between the highway -pole line ,, and Wilson River in areas affected by the transfer. Wilson River High- way Forest Wayside contained a total of 772.29 acres at the close of 1963. All down timber and standing dead timber were sold to the highest l U. S. Highway 101, at the bidder at times when the possibility of sales was good. icoln County. Tillamook County school children planted many seedling trees along een the highway and Alsea the highway between the years 1950 and 1953 to enhance reforestation. P. Keady, who obtained it The name Wilson River Highway Forest Wayside is indicative of the mneans of a Commissioner's area. this wayside was a gift on No active use has been made of the wayside. Keady, son and daughter- mnto the state to provide and Permits as follows affect the wayside: ple of Waldport. Number Date Name Expiration as named William P. Keady 5207 12-18-57 Portland General Electric Co.-power line Indefinite ntee, of the land, a public- ty. Wygant State Park Civilian Plane Observation Wygant State Park is located on the south side of Old Oregon Trail !orner of the wayside. Such (Interstate Highway 80N), opposite mile post 55.96, approximately six miles west of the city of Hood River in Hood River County. was granted permission on The first land acquired for this park was a gift of 251.50 acres from ,it honoring soldiers, sailors Simeon R. and Olivia F. Winch of Portland, in honor of his grandparents, Theodore and Margaret Wygant. The Highway Commission accepted wayside. the gift on December 13, 1932, and agreed to name the park "Wygant Park." The deed is dated January 13, 1933. This was an unusually well- timbered tract adjoining the highway on the south. Flowage rights on located along four different 26.27 acres of this tract were given to the Corps of Engineers in Tillamook and Washington February, 1940. Lump land. The locations of There have been five additional acquisitions for this park, three of P. 14.02 to 17.96, a distance which were gifts from Hood River County and two were purchases. The of 10.65 miles, M.P. 24.87 to first of the County gifts was 80 acres on October 4, 1933, the second to 38.72, a distance of 10.65 was 360 acres on September 4, 1935, and the third was 40 acres on October 3, 1945. A 40-acre tract was deeded back to Hood River County res, purchased at a cost of on August 3, 1945, and another tract, containing 80 acres, was returned ted Timber Companv. It is to the county on October 17, 1945. The two areas purchased for this [son River. The Tillamook park total 105.5 acres at a cost of $6,340. The park contained a total of )sed park strips and when 690.73 acres at the close of 1963. [ 221 ] Acquisition of these lands was part of an over-all plan to acquire includes the tide and overflc and preserve the aesthetic aspects of the Columbia River Gorge. Perham Township 14 South, Range 1l Creek, which originates in the high reaches of the Columbia Gorge, of Yachats River in Lincoln ( flows across this park land, then under the highway and into the The first acquisition was Columbia River. A good trail, built by the Civilian Conservation Corps on September 11, 1928, at a in 1934, ascends the stream for a distance, crossing and recrossing it on by a gift of one lot on Octob three substantial rustic bridges, then on an easy grade climbs a steep six purchases, containing nir sloping ridge on the west side of the creek. From the top of this un- an acre was made in 1951 by named ridge, elevation 2,300 feet and approximately three miles from 90 acres of tide and overflox the highway, superb views can be had of the river and the scenic walls beginning at a point approx of the Gorge. a point one and one-half m Improvements include a small picnic area, car parking area, trails, Park land at the close of 196 tables, benches, one stove, water reservoir, drinking fountain and sani- Acquisition of the area va tary facilities. Much of this work was done by the Civilian Conservation serve for public use a popula Corps. mouth of Yachats River nea Attendance during 1963 totaled 38,384 day visitors. provide public access to the s Yachats Ocean Road Wayside by the public for catching < fish, we are told, are grunic Yachats Ocean Road Wayside is located west of U. S. Highway 101, use the sand in which to spa, south of Yachats River, at the town of Yachats in Lincoln County. trol removal of the sand fo The wayside is a scenic road (100-foot right of way) which leaves beach are of such quality as U. S. Highway 101 at the south end of Yachats River bridge and con- buildings and other structure tinues south on the high ground along the ocean shore line a distance of there was indication that the approximately 3,100 feet before re-uniting with Highway 101. It the sand was not stopped. N includes all the tide and overflow lands fronting on Section 34, begin- vicinity of Yachats have beei ning at a point approximately 2,300 feet up the Yachats River and extending south along the ocean approximately 5,000 feet. This park is not only a po The entire wayside is comprised of gifts from three donors. The first convenient picnic facilities i gift was 8.60 acres from Equitable Trust Company on March 11, 1931. the picturesque views of th The second was 0.40 of an acre from George P. Stonefield on April 26, dashing against the rocky sh4 1951, and the third was 70 acres of tide and overflow lands from Lincoln Yachats State Park was County on June 21, 1962. A total of 79 acres comprised this wayside at it is located. Oregon Geogr the close of 1963. name. It is pronounced Ya-1 Acceptance of these gifts was for the purpose of providing public the foot of the mountain.' T- access to the beach, public access to the high land south of Yachats River Improvements include a i and to preserve the scenic road along the ocean shore line for the use and and trails for use by fisherm pleasure of the general public. The panoramic views from this roadside marker at this park. of the ocean and its interesting shore line are pleasing to the traveler. Attendance during 1963 tc Many visitors fish from the high rocks south of Yachats River. The name Yachats Ocean Road Wayside is indicative of the area. Yaquina Bay State Park Improvements include the road, picnic tables, benches, car parking Yaquina Bay State Park areas, sanitary facilities and trails to the beach. 101, at the southwest corner Attendance during 1963 totaled 52,056 day visitors. Bay and the ocean, in Lincol Permits as follows affect this wayside: The 32-acre tract was a Number Date Name Expiration Commerce, Lighthouse Servi( 758 10-31-61 Victor R. Walder-land use and of the property it was nece! acc. road Indefinite The bill was introduced at I R44811 3-24-54 Mrs. Harold Axley-road to pri- Commerce. The Lighthouse vate land near the old lighthouse. RAP9073 11-20-58 W. G. Imrie-road to private Acquisition of the area v land the splendid views it offers Yachats State Park and fishing boats moving in a and because of the pleasing Yachats State Park is located on the west edge of the city of Yachats, public use. bordering the Pacific Ocean and Yachats River in Lincoln County. It [ 222 ] over-all plan to acquire includes the tide and overflow lands fronting on Sections 22, 27 and 34, bia River Gorge. Perham Township 14 South, Range 12 West of Willamette Meridian, located north of the Columbia Gorge, of Yachats River in Lincoln County. highway and into the The first acquisition was 16 lots from Lumberman's Trust Company Tilian Conservation Corps on September 11, 1928, at a cost of $1,600. This purchase was followed ;sing and recrossing it on by a gift of one lot on October 6, 1928, from Charles A. Lounsburg, and asy grade climbs a steep six purchases, containing nine lots priced at $3,385.50. A gift of 0.33 of From the top of this un- an acre was made in 1951 by George C. Stonefield. Lincoln County gave imately three miles from 90 acres of tide and overflow lands fronting on Sections 22, 27 and 34, iver and the scenic walls beginning at a point approximately 1,800 feet up the Yachats River to a point one and one-half miles north along the beach, in June, 1962. car parking area, trails, Park land at the close of 1963 totaled 93.33 acres. inking fountain and sani- Acquisition of the area was for three principal reasons: 1) To pre- the Civilian Conservation serve for public use a popular salmon and steelhead fishing place at the mouth of Yachats River near the south edge of the park land. 2) To visitors. provide public access to the small sandy beach which is used extensively by the public for catching small fish during spawning season. These fish, we are told, are grunion, but known locally as smelt. The smelt Lst of U. S. Highway 101, use the sand in which to spawn during the summer months. 3) To con- ; in Lincoln County. trol removal of the sand for commercial uses. The sands of Yachats Fht of way) which leaves beach are of such quality as to be desirable for use in concrete work in ts River bridge and con- buildings and other structures. A controversy developed in 1948 wherein in shore line a distance of there was indication that the fish run would discontinue if such use of with Highway 101. It the sand was not stopped. No permits for use of the beach sands in the ing on Section 34, begin- vicinity of Yachats have been issued by the Commission since that time. ) the Yachats River and This park is not only a popular fishing spot but many users enjoy the y 5,000 feet. convenient picnic facilities in peaceful, comfortable surroundings and m three donors. The first the picturesque views of the broad expanse of ocean with its waves ipany on March 11, 1931. dashing against the rocky shore. P. Stonefield on April 26, erflow lands from Lincoln Yachats State Park was named for the town and river near which zomprised this wayside at it is located. Oregon Geographic Names says, "Yachats is an Indian name. It is pronounced Ya-hats. Indians says that the word means 'at 'pose of providing public the foot of the mountain.' This interpretation fits the facts." nd south of Yachats River Improvements include a circular road, tables, benches, stone fences, shore line for the use and and trails for use by fishermen. The local residents constructed a stone views from this roadside marker at this park. pleasing to the traveler. Attendance during 1963 totaled 197,670 day visitors. f Yachats River. is indicative of the area. Yaquina Bay State Park )les, benches, car parking Yaquina Bay State Park is located on both sides of U. S. Highway 1. 101, at the southwest corner of the city of Newport, overlooking Yaquina visitors. Bay and the ocean, in Lincoln County. The 32-acre tract was a gift from the United States Department of Expiration Commerce, Lighthouse Service, on September 1, 1934. In the acquisition land use and of the property it was necessary to obtain a special Act of Congress. Indefinite The bill was introduced at the recommendation of the Department of -road to pri- Commerce. The Lighthouse Service retained a lookout tower located near the old lighthouse. I to private Acquisition of the area was desired because of its unique location, ,, the splendid views it offers of the ocean, the jetty, the many shipping and fishing boats moving in and out of Yaquina Bay and the ocean beach and because of the pleasing picnic areas that could be provided for dge of the city of Yachats, public use. 7er in Lincoln County. It [ 223] I I w gnm..

The terrain is somewhere near the 100-foot elevation, with steep slopes to the bay and to the beach. The surface is rolling and covered with a good stand of shore pine. Rhododendrons, during blooming season, add beauty to the area. The Yaquina Bay Lighthouse is an old landmark. It was constructed in 1874, but it is not in use today. It does furnish a certain amount of historical interest and color to the area. The park touches both bay and ocean beach and adjoins the city of Newport, a popular coast resort since 1865. Nearby agate beaches lure many visitors. Lewis A. McArthur suggested the area be named Yaquina Bay State Park. The Highway Commission approved on June 5, 1935. Yaquina is the name of an Indian tribe. Improvements include a circular road, car parking areas, stone walls along the west and southwest portion and near the highway bridge, trails through the park and to the beach, and picnic areas facilitated with electric stoves and shelters, tables, benches and toilet facilities. A park cottage, workshed and storage yard have also been constructed. Attendance during 1963 totaled 602,012 day visitors. Permits as follows affect the park: Number Date Name Expiration 5546 5-29-59 Central Lincoln PUD-power line Indefinite 4980 12-19-56 U. S. Coast Guard-telephone cable 12-19-81 Letter 5-13-63 U. S. Army Engineers-jetty work 12-31-66

Ziba Dimmick State Park Ziba Dimmick State Park is located on both sides of Mount Hood Highway 35, approximately 15 miles south of the city of Hood River, Gifts and Donations c cornering on the east fork of Hood River in Hood River County. STATE PARK The 23.10-acre park was purchased from George L. and Ruth E. Donor Aubert via two transactions. One tract, containing 18.10 acres, was AINSWORTH STATE PAR acquired on August 25, 1930, and the other, containing five acres, on J. C. and Alice H. Ainswi March 7, 1950, at a total cost of $3,000. Hood River County paid one- half the purchase price of both tracts, or $1,500. ALBERT H. POWERS MET The land is well timbered, except approximately six acres in the Ruth McBride Powers .. southeast corner of the park, which tract is being used as a playground. The terrain is nearly level with but a slight slope toward the stream. ARMITAGE STATE PARK The natural greenery growing on the area, combined with the rather Sylvanus C. Armitage high altitude and the lively stream draining a portion of the slopes of Mount Hood, create a delightful picnic spot. AZALEA STATE PARK Upon recommendation of Hood River County Court the park was Brookings Land and Ton named to honor Ziba Dimmick, an 1853 immigrant to Hood River County Elmer Bankus and a public-spirited person who did much toward development of the area surrounding the city of Hood River. BANDON OCEAN WAYSII Down timber on the area, amounting to 57M B.F., was sold to the J. F. Kronenberg highest bidder in January, 1959, for $760. BANDON STATE PARK Improvements include an entrance road, car parking area, tables, stoves, benches, water and sanitary facilities, trails and a playground Coos County . suitable for various games or sports. BARVIEW WAYSIDE Attendance during 1963 totaled 16,856 day visitors. Overnight camp- Peninsula Land Co..... ing facilities have not been provided. BATTLE ROCK WAYSIDE Permits as follows affect this park: Number Date 1Name Expiration Thos. D. and Ellinor C. Dl 1328 8-11-51 Geo. Aubert- -pipe line crossing Indefinite Louis L. Knapp ...... [ 224 ] Dot elevation, with steep Lce is rolling and covered ndrons, during blooming mark. It was constructed *nish a certain amount of ark touches both bay and popular coast resort since iamed Yaquina Bay State June 5, 1935. Yaquina is

)arking areas, stone walls Lear the highway bridge, d picnic areas facilitated es and toilet facilities. A be also been constructed. 7 visitors. Section Expiration 6 power line Indefinite )hone cable 12-19-81 MAPS, CHARTS, AND DATA -jetty work 12-31-66 oth sides of Mount Hood E the city of Hood River, Gifts and Donations of Land )od River County. STATE PARK George L. and Ruth E. Donor Acquired Acres Ltaining 18.10 acres, was AINSWORTH STATE PARK containing five acres, on J. C. and Alice H. Ainsworth...... 5-29-33 40.00 I River County paid one- 0. ALBERT H. POWERS MEMORIAL PARK -imately six acres in the Ruth McBride Powers 1- 2-63 15.00 ing used as a playground. slope toward the stream. ARMITAGE STATE PARK ombined with the rather Sylvanus C. Armitage 10- 1-38 32.82 a portion of the slopes of AZALEA STATE PARK mty Court the park was Brookings Land and Townsite Co. 4-13-39 1.50 'ant to Hood River County Elmer Bankus...... 7-29-51 .43 ward development of the BANDON OCEAN WAYSIDE 7M B.F., was sold to the J. F. Kronenberg 1-22-32 9.74 BANDON STATE PARK car parking area, tables, trails and a playground Coos County 2-16-55 8.77 BARVIEW WAYSIDE visitors. Overnight camp- Peninsula Land Co...... 1-21-35 5.34 BATTLE ROCK WAYSIDE

Expiration Thos. D. and Ellinor C. Davidson...... 9-11-30 .14 ie crossing Indefinite Louis L. Knapp -.----...... 3-16-40 .32 [ 225] R------

STATE PARK STATE PARK Donor Acquired Acres Donor BEN AND KAY DORRIS STATE PARK COLLIER MEMORIAL S' Ben F. and Klysta C. Dorris - 7- 7-43 78.32 Alfred D. and Andrew

BEN HUR LAMPMAN WAYSIDE COQUILLE MYRTLE GR City of Gold Hill 11- 3-52 2.00 Save The Myrtle Woods

BENSON STATE PARK CROWN POINT STATE I City of Portland...... 7-26-39 75.80 Multnomah County. Multnomah County...... 5-20-58 8.50 Multnomah County. Multnomah County. BLUE MOUNTAIN FOREST WAYSIDE Multnomah County. G. W. and Frieda Klopfenstein...... 2-25-27 5.04 Multnomah County. State Land Board -- 4-28-31 40.00 DABNEY STATE PARK BOLON ISLAND TIDEWAYS WAYSIDE Multnomah County . Wm. C. and Jennie D. Chamberlain...... 10- 4-34 11.41 DEPOE BAY STATE PAI BONNEVILLE STATE PARK Sunset Investment Co. .. U. S. Army, Corps of Engineers ...... 4-10-42 17.24 Lincoln County...... BOOTH WAYSIDE DEVIL'S ELBOW STATE Oregon Land and Live Stock Co...... 10- 3-28 50.00 Annie Stonefield, et al Lake County...... ------3- 1-44 43.20 U. S. Lighthouse Servic( BRADLEY WAYSIDE DEVIL'S LAKE STATE P Clatsop County .. 4-13-32 18.08 City of Delake ...... CANYON CREEK FOREST WAYSIDE DEVIL'S PUNCH BOWL Douglas County - - 11-15-43 80.00 Fred W. and Caroline P CAPE ARAGO STATE PARK Caroline P. Leadbetter L. J. and Lela G. Simpson...... 6- 1-32 134.00 DYER WAYSIDE CAPE LOOKOUT STATE PARK J. W. Dyer - U. S. Lighthouse Service...... 9- 3-35 975.00 ECOLA STATE PARK Cascadia Development and Production Co. 8- 9-51 175.00 Ecola Point and Indian I CAPE SEBASTIAN STATE PARK Clatsop County ...... S. 0. and Corrine K. Newhouse .... 12-11-63 34.83 ELLIOTT R. CORBETT II' CARL G. WASHBURNE MEMORIAL PARK Henry L. and Gretchen ] Narcissa J. Washburne...... 4-13-62 1,211.00 Henry L. and Gretchen ]

CATHERINE CREEK STATE PARK ELLMAKER STATE PARE Union County and Heirs of E. S. Collins Est. 1-14-47 160.00 Harlan D. Ellmaker. CHAMPOEG STATE PARK FAREWELL BEND STAT} Oregon State Board of Control...... 2-10-43 106.21 Idaho Power Co...... Marion County...... 10-28-57 35.40 Idaho Power Co...... CHANDLER WAYSIDE FORT ROCK STATE PAR Frank and Eva Loveless ...... 11-21-25 .90 S. B. and Hattie Chandler...... 11-23-25 1.30 Reuben A. and Norma L( Lake S. B. and Hattie Chandler...... 7-25-28 61.00 County ...... [ 226 ] STATE PARK Acquired Acres Donor Acquired Acres COLLIER MEMORIAL STATE PARK 7- 7-43 78.32 Alfred D. and Andrew Collier .------12-26-45 146.06

COQUILLE MYRTLE GROVE STATE PARK 11- 3-52 2.00 Save The Myrtle Woods, Inc ------5-17-50 7.00

CROWN POINT STATE PARK 7-26-39 75.80 Multnomah County ------8-15-38 1.71 5-20-58 8.50 Multnomah County ------4-10-52 .60 Multnomah County ------6- 5-52 7.02 Multnomah County ------5-20-58 10.30 2-25-27 5.04 Multnomah County ------3- 1-62 .10 4-28-31 40.00 DABNEY STATE PARK Multnomah County ------12-13-45 70.00 10- 4-34 11.41 DEPOE BAY STATE PARK Sunset Investment Co ------2-11-29 2.90 4-10-42 17.24 Lincoln County ------12-16-41 .01

DEVIL'S ELBOW STATE PARK 10- 3-28 50.00 Annie Stonefield, et al ------6- 8-31 4.06 3- 1-44 43.20 U. S. Lighthouse Service ------9- 3-35 7.49

DEVIL'S LAKE STATE PARK 4-13-32 18.08 City of Delake ------9- 3-57 29.10

DEVIL'S PUNCH BOWL 11-15-43 80.00 Fred W. and Caroline P. Leadbetter ------4-24-29 4.25 Caroline P. Leadbetter ------3-12-52 .90 6- 1-32 134.00 DYER WAYSIDE J. W. Dyer -- 5- 7-31 .60 9- 3-35 975.00 ECOLA STATE PARK 8- 9-51 175.00 Ecola Point and Indian Beach Corp ------2-11-32 225.00 Clatsop County ------2- 4-48 112.80 12-11-63 34.83 ELLIOTT R. CORBETT II MEMORIAL PARK Henry L. and Gretchen H. Corbett ------6-18-53 34.46 4-13-62 1,211.00 Henry L. and Gretchen H. Corbett ------1- 5-54 28.55 ELLMAKER STATE PARK 1-14-47 160.00 Harlan D. Ellmaker ------9- 8-61 80.00

FAREWELL BEND STATE PARK 2-10-43 106.21 Idaho Power Co ------11-28-58 45.73 10-28-57 35.40 Idaho Power Co ------3-31-60 3.57

FORT ROCK STATE PARK 11-21-25 .90 Reuben.-.-...... ----- A. and Norma Long 4-20-62 30.00 11-23-25 1.30 Lake CountyA. and..... Norma------4- 5-62 160.00 7-25-28 61.00 [2271

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STATE PARK STATE PARK Donor Acquired Acres Donor FORT STEVENS STATE PARK JOAQUIN MILLER FORE Clatsop County...... 3-28-55 788.00 Lane County Clatsop County 11-30-60 4.70 Lane County......

GANGLOFF WAYSIDE LAVA RIVER CAVES SI Mary T. Foley...... 10-18-24 2.49 Shevlin-Hixon Co. GEISEL MONUMENT WAYSIDE LEWIS AND CLARK ST) Macleay Estate Co. 12-24-30 2.15 Multnomah County F. B. and Martha Postel . 1- 6-31 1.90 Samuel H. and Ellen B. GEORGE W. JOSEPH LINCOLN COUNTY WOC George W. and Bertha L. Joseph...... 9-11-34 40.00 George W. and Pauline Y. Joseph Jr., and Lincoln County (Return Bertha L. Joseph ------6-23-42 40.00 2-25-57)......

GOLDEN AND SILVER FALLS STATE PARK LINDSEY CREEK STATE Waterford Lumber Co. 6-29-36 112.00 Ruby Wells Mead Coos County...... 9- 7-38 17.27 Coos County 5-11-55 28.00 LOEB STATE PARK Oregon State GUY W. TALBOT STATE PARK Board of F Guy W. and Geraldine W. Talbot 3- 9-29 125.00 LOST CREEK STATE PA Multnomah County...... 11-13-35 62.75 Lincoln County HENDRICKS BRIDGE WAYSIDE Ben E. Smith...... Lane County - - 1-13-32 12.15 Lincoln County...... Lane County - 1-31-56 .03 Lincoln County HILGARD JUNCTION STATE PARK MACKIN GULCH FORES' Mount Emily Lumber Co 5- 6-52 1.00 Josephine County. HOFFMAN MEMORIAL WAYSIDE Heirs of Henrietta Hoffman - - 9- 1-48 4.00 MARIA C. JACKSON STY Maria C. Jackson & Savw HOWARD J. MORTON MEMORIAL STATE Inc. ------PARK

Winifred K. Morton ------10- 6-55 13.40 MAUD WILLIAMSON ST1 Winifred K. Morton ------1-31-56 5.80 Maud Williamson and B( Winifred K. Morton ------2-11-57 5.20 MAYER STATE PARK HUG POINT STATE PARK Mark A. Mayer Clatsop County ------10-21-57 1.30 HUTCHINSON WAYSIDE McLOUGHLIN STATE PA City of Portland...... J. R. and Ida May Hutchinson 7- 3-46 6.00 JACKSON F. KIMBALL STATE PARK MILLICOMA MYRTLE GRI Oregon State Board of Forestry - 11-23-55 19.00 .- Save The Myrtle Woods, JENNIE B. HARRIS WAYSIDE MURIEL 0. PONSLER ME1 Lawrence T. Harris 2- 1-44 4.00 J. C. Ponsler...... [ 228 ] STATE PARK Acquired Acres Donor Acquired Acres JOAQUIN MILLER FOREST WAYSIDE 3-28-55 788.00 Lane County...... 3-25-35 108.16 11-30-60 4.70 Lane County ------4-22-59 .84

LAVA RIVER CAVES STATE PARK 10-18-24 2.49 Shevlin-Hixon Co ------8-31-26 22.50

LEWIS AND CLARK STATE PARK 12-24-30 2.15 Multnomah County ------7-20-36 1.00 1- 6-31 1.90 Samuel H. and Ellen B. Martin ------11- 2-61 .40

LINCOLN COUNTY WOOD TRACT 9-11-34 40.00 Lincoln County (Returned to County

6-23-42 40.00 2-25-57) ------7-14-39 38.02

LINDSEY CREEK STATE PARK 6-29-36 112.00 Ruby Wells Mead ------9-25-51 4.71 9- 7-38 17.27 5-11-55 28.00 LOEB STATE PARK Oregon State Board of Forestry ------7-11-58 160.00

3- 9-29 125.00 LOST CREEK STATE PARK 11-13-35 62.75 Lincoln County ------1- 4-33 .69 Ben E. Smith ------6- 8-33 .12 1-13-32 12.15 Lincoln County ------3- 6-43 .08 1-31-56 .03 Lincoln County ------2-45 .73

MACKIN GULCH FOREST WAYSIDE 5- 6-52 1.00 Josephine County ------5- 7-41 430.00

9- 1-48 4.00 MARIA C. JACKSON STATE PARK Maria C. Jackson & Save The Myrtle Woods, Inc------5-17-50 42.00

10- 6-55 13.40 MAUD WILLIAMSON STATE PARK 1-31-56 5.80 Maud Williamson and Board of Control 6-30-37 20.00 2-11-57 5.20 MAYER STATE PARK Mark A. Mayer ------4-12-24 260.00 10-21-57 1.30 McLOUGHLIN STATE PARK 7- 3-46 6.00 City of Portland ------11-25-57 82.30 MILLICOMA MYRTLE GROVE STATE PARK 11-23-55 19.00 Save The Myrtle Woods, Inc ------5-17-50 15.00 MURIEL 0. PONSLER MEMORIAL WAYSIDE 2- 1-44 4.00 J. C. Ponsler ------4-29-39 2.00 r229] STATE PARK STATE PARK Donor Acquired Acres Donor NEHALEM BAY STATE PARK ROCKY CREEK WAYSID Tillamook County ------7-23-38 497.63 U. S. General Land Offii Tillamook County ------6-23-39 5.67 Tillamook County ------3- 8-40 40.00 SADDLE MOUNTAIN ST, Tillamook County ------3- 8-40 .11 0. W. Taylor Tillamook County ------1-30-52 1.85 Oregon State Land Boai Tillamook County ------2- 6-52 .09 Tillamook County 9-18-53 .17 Tillamook County------.. 7-24-59 .17 SAMUEL H. BOARDMAN Borax Consolidated, Ltd NORTH SANTIAM STATE PARK Marion County ------8-30-37 61.08 SARAH HELMICK STAT Sarah Helmick OCHOCO WAYSIDE James and Amanda He] Columbus J. and Fannie Johnson ------12-24-30 32.00 William A. and Mary B Crook County ------7- 5-39 219.19 SEAL ROCK WAYSIDE ONA BEACH STATE PARK U. S. Government, Act Lincoln County ------1-23-63 10.00

OSWALD WEST STATE PARK Lincoln County E. S. and Mary L. Collins 11-12-31 120.37 George E. and Julia P. Huntley 2- 4-32 45.85 SENECA FOUTS MEMOB Tillamook County 11- 7-35 120.00 Seneca Fouts -- Samuel G. and Beulah K. Reed 12-14-35 97.30 Tillamook County...... 7-23-38 32.84 SHELTON WAYSIDE Tillamook County 6- 7-39 10.00 Kinzua Lumber Co. Beulah K. Reed 2- 6-43 2.22 OTTER CREST WAYSIDE SHEPPERD'S DELL STA' Wilbur S. and Florence C. Badley 2-20-28 1.48 Geo. G. and Emma 0. '

PASS CREEK WAYSIDE SILVER FALLS STATE I Douglas County 11-14-42 15.00 -- Marion County Secretary of Interior PETER SKENE OGDEN SCENIC WAYSIDE Secretary of Interior Oregon Trunk Railway - 11-14-25 3.80 Oregon Trunk Railway 9-23-26 13.10 SIMPSON WAYSIDE PILOT BUTTE STATE PARK City of North Bend Charles A. Brown, Kempster B. Miller and Francis R. Welles 11- 3-27 100.00 SMITH ROCK STATE Pi Harry H. and Diane C. PORT ORFORD CEDAR FOREST WAYSIDE Moore Mill and Lumber Co. 1-21-31 34.00 SODAVILLE SPRINGS S' PORTLAND WOMEN'S FORUM STATE State Board of Control PARK Portland Women's Forum...... 10-19-62 3.71 SOUTH BEACH Lincoln County ...... RED BRIDGE STATE PARK Lincoln County Boise-Cascade Corporation .. 5-29-61 2.00 Lincoln County [230] STATE PARK Acquired Acres Donor Acquired Acres ROCKY CREEK WAYSIDE 7-23-38 497.63 U. S. General Land Office ...... 9- 2-26 22.75 6-23-39 5.67 3- 8-40 40.00 SADDLE MOUNTAIN STATE PARK 3- 8-40 .11 0. W. Taylor ...... 11-21-28 1,280.00 1-30-52 1.85 2- 6-52 .09 Oregon State Land Board ... .. 12- 5-35 1,401.96 9-18-53 .17 7-24-59 .17 SAMUEL H. BOARDMAN WAYSIDE Borax Consolidated, Ltd...... 9- 7-50 304.10

*8-30-37 61.08 SARAH HELMICK STATE PARK Sarah Helmick...... 2-15-22 5.16 James and Amanda Helmick ------...... 2-15-22 .30 12-24-30 32.00 William A. and Mary H. Wiest...... 10- 5-48 1.70 7- 5-39 219.19 SEAL ROCK WAYSIDE 1-23-63 10.00 U. S. Government, Act of 70th Congress - 2-25-28 Offshore rocks Lincoln County ...... 10-15-29 .24 11-12-31 120.37 2- 4-32 45.85 SENECA FOUTS MEMORIAL PARK 11- 7-35 120.00 Seneca Fouts - ..- . . 8-26-44 150.50 12-14-35 97.30 7-23-38 32.84 SHELTON WAYSIDE 6- 7-39 10.00 Kinzua Lumber Co - . . 4-18-27 3.38 2- 6-43 2.22 SHEPPERD'S DELL STATE PARK 2-20-28 1.48 Geo. G. and Emma 0. Shepperd...... 9- 4-40 10.03

SILVER FALLS STATE PARK 11-14-42 15.00 Marion County ...... 9-29-38 .11 Secretary of Interior...... 6-26-48 5,729.58 Secretary of Interior ...... 11-14-25 3.80 5-24-49 260.00 9-23-26 13.10 SIMPSON WAYSIDE City of North Bend 5-12-36 44.30

11- 3-27 100.00 SMITH ROCK STATE PARK Harry H. and Diane C. Kem, Jr - . 12-28-62 76.00 1-21-31 34.00 SODAVILLE SPRINGS STATE PARK State Board of Control...... 1-20-47 1.00

10-19-62 3.71 SOUTH BEACH Lincoln County ...... 12- 5-33 11.26 Lincoln County ...... 4-21-34 9.44 5-29-61 2.00 Lincoln County ...... ---.- 6- 7-35 .74 [ 231 ] - - rrI E I * iI

STATE PARK STATE PARK Donor Acquired Acres Donor SOUTH NEWPORT STATE PARK UMPQUA WAYSIDE Edith M. Bowman 10-14-55 .23 Douglas County...... Lincoln County ------12- 4-57 5.34 Wm. J. and Janet R. Wineberg...... 12-24-57 11.23 VINZENZ LAUSMANN 1 Wm. J. and Janet R. Wineberg 5-12-58 1.66 STATE PARK Wm. J. and Janet R. Wineberg 5-12-58 .28 Columbia River Gorge Wm. J. and Janet R. Wineberg...... 12-29-58 .23 Lincoln County...... 9-28-60 .057 Robert and Cherie Kiewel ...... 2-21-61 .057 W. B. NELSON WAYSID Lincoln County...... 7- 5-62 1.19 William B. Nelson Lincoln County ...... 2-23-63 40.00 WILLAMETTE STONE S' STAGE COACH FOREST WAYSIDE Frank and Weida Mille Douglas County...... 10-16-45 80.00 Roman Catholic Church

SUNSET BAY STATE PARK WILLIAM M. TUGMAN ' Coos County 2-19-48 48.00 Oregon State Game Coi Ralph Barker 2-15-54 .46 WILLIAM P. KEADY Wi Maud SUNSET HIGHWAY FOREST WAYSIDE C. and William F Sunset Logging Co...... 3-21-41 61.43 WILSON RIVER HIGHW, WAYSIDE SUSAN CREEK STATE PARK Consolidated Timber Cc Douglas County...... 8-29-55 27.91 Tillamook County. Tillamook County. THE COVE PALISADES STATE PARK Tillamook County. U. S. Department of Agriculture...... 4-19-40 2,980.00 U. S. Department of Agriculture...... 10- 8-46 8.00 WYGANT STATE PARK Simeon R. Winch. THOMAS CONDON-JOHN DAY FOSSIL Hood River County. BEDS STATE PARK Hood River County. Eastern Oregon Land Co...... 1-31-30 1.50 Hood River W. R. Mascall...... 9-14-35 3.80 County. YACHATS OCEAN ROAI TOUVELLE STATE PARK Equitable Trust Co. Frank L. TouVelle...... 1-23-46 24.71 Geo. P. Stonefield, et al Frank L. TouVelle...... 4- 3-46 .- 9.85 Frank L. TouVelle...... 5- 3-47 .73 Lincoln County......

TUMALO STATE PARK YACHATS STATE PARK Charles Deschutes County ...... 1- 6-54 115.00 A. and Corinne Geo. P. Stonefield, et al UMPQUA LIGHTHOUSE STATE PARK Lincoln County...... Douglas County...... 9- 4-30 200.00 YAQUINA BAY STATE ] Douglas County...... 5-31-39 371.80 Douglas County ...... 5- 1-40 472.38 U. S. Lighthouse Servic Douglas County...... 8-21-41 200.00 Total number of gifts 198. ., Menasha Wooden Ware Co...... 3-13-51 111.81 Total acreage through gifts [ 232] STATE PARK Acquired Acres Donor Acquired Acres UMPQUA WAYSIDE 10-14-55 .23 Douglas County...... 5- 2-46 7.08 12- 4-57 5.34 12-24-57 11.23 VINZENZ LAUSMANN MEMORIAL 5-12-58 1.66 STATE PARK 5-12-58 .28 Columbia 12-29-58 .23 River Gorge Commission 8-14-61 126.00 9-28-60 .057 2-21-61 .057 W. B. NELSON WAYSIDE 7- 5-62 1.19 William B. Nelson 3-16-59 2.00 2-23-63 40.00 WILLAMETTE STONE STATE PARK Frank and Weida Miller ------1-18-45 .12 10-16-45 80.00 Roman Catholic Church ------2-21-45 1.48

WILLIAM M. TUGMAN STATE PARK 2-19-48 48.00 Oregon State Game Commission ------5-23-62 460.00 2-15-54 .46 WILLIAM P. KEADY WAYSIDE Maud C. and William F. Keady 4-20-37 10.20

3-21-41 61.43 WILSON RIVER HIGHWAY FOREST WAYSIDE Consolidated Timber Co...... 6- 3-39 119.80 8-29-55 27.91 Tillamook County 7- 7-43 940.63 Tillamook County...... 12- 1-50 285.00 Tillamook County...... 12- 1-50 525.00 4-19-40 2,980.00 10- 8-46 8.00 WYGANT STATE PARK Simeon R. Winch...... 1-13-33 251.50 Hood River County...... 10- 4-33 80.00 Hood River County...... 9- 4-35 360.00 1-31-30 1.50 9-14-35 3.80 Hood River County...... 10- 3-45 40.00 YACHATS OCEAN ROAD WAYSIDE Equitable Trust Co...... 3-11-31 8.60 1-23-46 24.71 Geo. P. Stonefield, et al...... 4- 3-46 9.85 4-26-51 .40 5- 3-47 .73 Lincoln County...... 6-21-62 70.00 YACHATS STATE PARK 1- 6-54 115.00 Charles A. and Corinne E. Lounsburg. 10- 6-28 .25 Geo. P. Stonefield, et al 4-26-51 .33 Lincoln County...... 6-21-62 90.00 9- 4-30 200.00 5-31-39 371.80 YAQUINA BAY STATE PARK 5- 1-40 472.38 U. S. Lighthouse Service...... 9- 1-34 32.00 8-21-41 200.00 Total number of gifts 198. 3-13-51 111.81 Total acreage through gifts 25,905.41 acres. 233 ] Park Acreages Name of Park Deschutes State Park .-.-. December 31, 1963 Detroit Lake State Park . Name of Park Park Acreages Devil's Elbow State Park Ainsworth State Park 46.00 Devil's Lake State Park. Alderwood Wayside .-...... -...... 76.40 Devil's Punch Bowl State P Alsea Bay-North Bridgehead Wayside ...... 7.11 Dyer Wayside (Realignmen Armitage State Park 40.98 land in 1963) Azalea State Park ...... 25.80 Albert H. Powers Memorial Park...... 15.00 Ecola State Park...... Elk Creek Tunnel Wayside. Bald Peak State Park...... 26.44 Elliott R. Corbett II Memori Bandon Ocean Wayside 9.74 Ellmaker State Park. Bandon State Park ...... 88.21 Emigrant Hill Overlook We Barview Wayside...... 5.34 Emigrant Springs State Par Battle Mountain Forest Wayside...... 284.47 Erratic Rock Wayside. Battle Mountain State Park 136.00 Evergreen Ranch Wayside Battle Rock Wayside 3.00 Beachside State Park...... 16.70 Farewell Bend State Park Ben and Kay Dorris State Park 78.98 Fern Ridge State Park. Ben Hur Lampman Wayside...... 23.85 Floras Lake State Park. Benson State Park 84.30 Fogarty Creek State Park.. Beverly Beach State Park...... 68.66 Fort Rock State Monument Blachly Mountain Forest Wayside...... 68.80 Fort Stevens State Park Blue Mountain Forest Wayside 2,151.46 Boiler Bay Wayside...... 31.99 Gangloff Wayside...... Bolon Island Tideways Wayside 11.41 Gearhart Ocean Wayside Bonneville State Park 51.05 Geisel Monument Wayside Booth Wayside...... 311.26 George W. Joseph State Par Bradley Wayside . . 18.08 Golden and Silver Falls Sta Buena Vista Ocean Wayside 58.36 Governor Patterson Memor Bullards Beach State Park...... 1,201.32 Guy W. Talbot State Park

Camas Mountain Wayside...... 160.00 H. B. Van Duzer Forest Co] Canyon Creek Forest Wayside 80.00 Harris Beach State Park Cape Arago State Park 134.00 Hat Rock State Park. Cape Lookout State Park...... 1,946.34 Hendricks Bridge Wayside Cape Meares State Park 162.67 Hilgard Junction State Par Cape Sebastian State Park...... 1,104.31 Hoffman Memorial WaysidE Carl G. Washburne Memorial Park 1,211.00 Holman Wayside...... Carpenterville-Brookings Forest Wayside 434.00 Howard J. Morton Memori, Cascadia State Park...... 258.10 Hug Point State Park. Casey State Park 80.00 Humbug Mountain State F Catherine Creek State Park 160.00 Hutchinson Wayside. Champoeg State Park 158.61 Illinois River State Park Chandler Wayside...... 56.59 Cline Falls State Park 9.04 Jackson F. Kimball State I Collier Memorial State Park...... 349.03 Jennie B. Harris Wayside - Conde B. McCullough Bridgehead and Wayside...... 22.91 Jessie M. Honeyman Memo Coquille Myrtle Grove State Park...... 7.00 Joaquin Miller Forest Way Crown Point State Park...... 270.41 John B. Yeon State Park Juniper Waysides (Joint Pc Dabney State Park 78.65 Darlingtonia Wayside...... 17.92 Klamath Falls-Lakeview F Depoe Bay State Park...... 3.35 Koberg Beach Wayside. [ 234 ] mml=-

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Historic Markers Park SURVEY VESSEL EWING PLAQUES AND SIGNS IN OR NEAR STATE PARKS THE NAME PORT ORFOT Park Plaque or Sign TICHENOR OF THE SH Armitage State Park Plaque JUNE 9, 1851 FOR THE I MENT. THE NEXT DAY ARMITAGE STATE PARK AND BESIEGED ON THE GIFT OF AFTER REPULSING THE SYLVANUS C. ARMITAGE PARTY ESCAPED TO TI- 1851 CAPTAIN TICHEN, IN MEMORY OF HIS PARENTS ARMED PARTY OF SIX GEORGE H. ARMITAGE BLOCKHOUSE AND THE & I A PERMANENT RESIDED SEA. SARAH JANE STEVENS ARMITAGE EARLY PIONEERS OF LANE COUNTY OCTOBER 1938 Blue Mountain Forest Way! Deadman Battle Mountain State Park Plaque-stone 1843-185, BATTLE MOUNTAIN PARK Near this spot in 1878 was fought the Bolon Island Tideways Wa: last Indian battle in the state of Oregon i 0

Battle Mountain State Park Sign J OREGON HISTORY JEDEDIAH SMITH, M BATTLE MOUNTAIN LAND TRIP FROM CALIF NORTHWARD AND ON J1 THE DECISIVE ENGAGEMENT OF THE BANNOCK WAR WAS TRAPPERS ON THE NOT FOUGHT ON THE FOOTHILLS OF BATTLE MOUNTAIN, JULY 8, FIVE-EIGHTHS OF A M 1878. THE WAR-A PROTEST AGAINST WHITE ENCROACHMENT, FOLLOWING MORNING, AND THE LAST MAJOR UPRISING IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST WENT FORWARD TO FI -WAS STARTED BY BANNOCK INDIANS, BUT EGAN, A PIUTE, CAME INTO CAMP AND I INHERITED COMMAND. WOUNDED, HE LED THE BANNOCKS, AND THE SURVIVORS E' PIUTES AND SNAKES ON A WIDE SWEEP OUT OF IDAHO, UPON JOHN MCLOUGI THROUGH EASTERN OREGON AND INTO THE BLUE MOUNTAINS. UMPQUA, RECOVERING HIS HOPE WAS TO WIN THE UMATILLAS. BUT TROOPS UNDER MENT. JEDEDIAH SMIT GEN. OLIVER 0. HOWARD DEFEATED HIM HERE, AND A FEW HIS GOD, TO PROVIDE DAYS LATER HE WAS BETRAYED AND HIS SCALP WAS GREAT AMERICAN EX DELIVERED AT CAMP. HIS FOLLOWERS SCATTERED. jI SUCCEEDED.

Battle Rock State Park Sign Bonneville State Park BATTLE ROCK STATE PARK NAMED FOR CAT BATTLE ROCK STATE PARK HAS BEEN DEDICATED TO EXPLORER AND THOSE EXPLORERS AND PIONEERS WHO PREPARED THE WAY THE "OREGON C FOR THE SETTLEMENT OF THE SOUTHERN OREGON COAST. OF EXPLORATIC CAPTAIN GEORGE VANCOUVER SIGHTED AND DETERMINED OUTSTANDING I THE LATITUDE OF CAPE BLANCO ON APRIL 24, 1792, NAMING HERE. BONNEVI IT CAPE ORFORD. THE ROADSTEAD WAS CHARTED IN 1850 BY FEDERAL GOl WILLIAM P. McARTHUR, COMMANDER OF THE U. S. COAST $70,000,000. [ 238] Park Plaque or Sign SURVEY VESSEL EWING, WHO CALLED IT EWING HARBOR BUT CATE PARKS THE NAME PORT ORFORD HAS PERSISTED. CAPTAIN WILLIAM Plaque or Sign TICHENOR OF THE SHIP SEAGULL LANDED NINE MEN ON JUNE 9, 1851 FOR THE PURPOSE Plaque OF ESTABLISHING A SETTLE- MENT. THE NEXT DAY THEY WERE ATTACKED BY INDIANS AND BESIEGED ON THE ISLAND NOW CALLED BATTLE ROCK. AFTER REPULSING THE INDIANS IN SEVERAL ASSAULTS THE PARTY ESCAPED TO THE UMPQUA SETTLEMENT. ON JULY 4, 1851 CAPTAIN TICHENOR AGAIN ARRIVED WITH A WELL- ARMED PARTY OF SIXTY-SEVEN MEN AND ESTABLISHED A BLOCKHOUSE AND THE SETTLEMENT OF WHICH HE BECAME I A PERMANENT RESIDENT AFTER HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE SEA. 'AGE 'UNTY Blue Mountain Forest Wayside Plaque Deadman's Pass. Old Oregon Trail, Plaque-stone 1843-1857.

Bolon Island Tideways Wayside Sign regon I OREGON HISTORY

Sign JEDEDIAH SMITH JEDEDIAH SMITH, MAKING THE FIRST RECORDED OVER- LAND TRIP FROM CALIFORNIA, FOLLOWED THE OREGON COAST NORTHWARD AND ON JULY 13, 1828 CAMPED WITH SEVENTEEN NNOCK WAR WAS TRAPPERS ON THE NORTH BANK OF SMITH RIVER CHANNEL [OUNTAIN, JULY 8, FIVE-EIGHTHS OF A MILE NORTHEAST OF THIS POINT. THE E ENCROACHMENT, FOLLOWING MORNING, WHILE SMITH AND TWO COMPANIONS CIFIC NORTHWEST WENT FORWARD TO FIND A RIVER CROSSING, THE INDIANS IT EGAN, A PIUTE, CAME INTO CAMP AND MASSACRED ALL BUT ONE MAN. SMITH ) THE BANNOCKS, AND THE SURVIVORS ESCAPED TO FORT VANCOUVER, WHERE- ' OUT OF IDAHO, UPON JOHN MCLOUGHLIN SENT AN EXPEDITION TO THE BLUE MOUNTAINS. UMPQUA, RECOVERING SOME OF SMITH'S FURS AND EQUIP- I DTT TROOPS UNDER MENT. JEDEDIAH SMITH HAD THREE AMBITIONS: TO SERVE HERE, AND A FEW HIS GOD, TO PROVIDE FOR HIS FAMILY AND TO BECOME A HIS SCALP WAS GREAT AMERICAN EXPLORER. IN ALL THREE THINGS HE \TTERED. SUCCEEDED.

Sign Bonneville State Park Sign NAMED FOR CAPT. B. L. E. BONNEVILLE, FAMED N DEDICATED TO EXPLORER AND ARMY OFFICER, WHO CAME TO EPARED THE WAY THE "OREGON COUNTY" IN 1832 ON HIS TOUR ; OREGON COAST. OF EXPLORATION. ONE OF OREGON'S MANY AND DETERMINED OUTSTANDING FISH HATCHERIES IS LOCATED , 24, 1792, NAMING HERE. BONNEVILLE DAM WAS BUILT BY THE IARTED IN 1850 BY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AT A COST OF THE U. S. COAST $70,000,000. [239] * -i.i Ia.1?rhutririuii i~rI 111I

Plaque Park or Sign Park Bradley Wayside Plaque-stone Cape Sebastian State Park THIS PARK DONATED C TO CLATSOP COUNTY BY FRED W. BRADLEY CAI AND THE HEIRS OF SPANISH NAVIGATORS ELEMAR E. BRADLEY NORTH AMERICAN PAC OF BAY CITY MICHIGAN AFTER COLUMBUS DIS5 SEBASTIAN VIZCIANO JULY S AFTER THE PATRON SY MCMXXL OTHER NAVIGATORS, FOLLOWED A CENTURY Canyon Creek Forest Wayside Sign

OREGON HISTORY Champoeg State Park CANYON CREEK IN FIRST WHITE TRAVELERS IN THIS GORGE WERE HUDSON'S BAY THE OREGON COMPANY TRAPPERS GOING TO CALIFORNIA IN 1828. TRAIL FE BLAZERS OF OREGON PROVISIONAL GOVERNMENT FOLLOWED THIS DEFILE FOR A MORE DIRECT ROUTE TO UPPER WILLAM- ETTE VALLEY FROM FORT HALL, IDAHO, IN 1846. IMMIGRANTS THE EARLY LEA] USED THIS PASS IN DECADE FOLLOWING. PACKERS FROM FOR THE MANY TI SCOTTSBURG CARRIED SUPPLIES SOUTHWARD FOR MINERS DONS AND SETTLERS. THIS WAS THE MAIN ROAD OF STAGES AND FREIGHT WAGONS TO AND FROM CALIFORNIA BEFORE THE RAILROAD OF 1883 - 1884.

Champoeg State Park

Cape Lookout State Park Plaque 0 CHAI% LOUIS W. HILL STATE PARK THIS PLAQUE IS LOCATED ON A TRACT OF LAND ESTABLISHED AS PR( TO COMMEMORATE MA GIVEN TO ANTS OF THE WILLAM] THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF OREGON CIVIL GOVERNMENT. 'I FOR PARK PURPOSES 1843, WAS A PROVISIOIN COUNTRY, THE FIRST PACIFIC COAST. AS A MEMORIAL TO i "CHAMPOOICK," LOUIS W. HILL OF SAINT PAUL, MINNESOTA (1872-1948), A CA VISITED BY HUNTERS PRESIDENT AND CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD OF THE COMPANY IN 1811, ANI GREAT NORTHERN RAILROAD COMPANY SETTLED ON FRENCH PR DEVELOPER OF GLACIER NATIONAL PARK FRENCH-CANADIAN EMI A LIFETIME CHAMPION OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST PANY. BECAUSE OF ITS AND ITS GREAT RESOURCES A GRAIN WAREHOUSE FORMAL ORGANIZATIOI THE SURVEY MADE IN 18 NEWELL. WITH THE F PRESENTED BY THE HILL FOUNDATION BUILDINGS WERE SWEP IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE WISHES OF HIS CHILDREN WAS ABANDONED. [ 240 ] Plaque or Sign Park Plaque or Sign Plaque-stone Cape Sebastian State Park Sign

OREGON HISTORY CAPE SAN SEBASTIAN SPANISH NAVIGATORS WERE THE FIRST TO EXPLORE THE NORTH AMERICAN PACIFIC COAST, BEGINNING FIFTY YEARS AFTER COLUMBUS DISCOVERED THE WESTERN CONTINENTS. SEBASTIAN VIZCIANO SAW THIS CAPE IN 1603 AND NAMED IT AFTER THE PATRON SAINT OF THE DAY OF HIS DISCOVERY. OTHER NAVIGATORS, SPANISH, BRITISH AND AMERICAN FOLLOWED A CENTURY AND A HALF LATER. Sign

Champoeg State Park Plaque IN APPRECIATION OF ERE HUDSON'S BAY THE OREGON FEDERATION OF GARDEN CLUBS {IA IN 1828. TRAIL 'NMENT FOLLOWED AND PO UPPER WILLAM- 1846. IMMIGRANTS THE EARLY LEADERSHIP OF MRS. R. E. FOWLER x. PACKERS FROM FOR THE MANY TREES, SHRUBS, & WILD FLOWERS VARD FOR MINERS DONATED TO THIS PARK ,D OF STAGES AND iRNIA BEFORE THE

Champoeg State Park Sign OREGON HISTORY Plaque CHAMPOEG STATE PARK RK kCT OF LAND ESTABLISHED AS PROVISIONAL GOVERNMENT PARK IN 1913 TO COMMEMORATE MAY 2, 1843 MEETING OF THE "INHABIT- ANTS OF THE WILLAMETTE SETTLEMENTS" TO ORGANIZE A OREGON CIVIL GOVERNMENT. THE ORGANIC ACT ADOPTED JULY 5, 1843, WAS A PROVISIONAL CONSTITUTION FOR THE OREGON COUNTRY, THE FIRST AMERICAN GOVERNMENT ON THE PACIFIC COAST.

"CHAMPOOICK," A CALAPOOYA INDIAN VILLAGE WAS FIRST ROTA (1872-1948), VISITED BY HUNTERS AND FUR TRADERS OF ASTOR'S FUR 3OARD OF THE COMPANY IN 1811, AND BY 1831 THE FIRST FARMS WERE OMPANY SETTLED ON FRENCH PRAIRIE TO THE SOUTHWEST BY RETIRED TAL PARK FRENCH-CANADIAN EMPLOYEES OF THE HUDSON'S BAY COM- IC NORTHWEST PANY. BECAUSE OF ITS ACCESSIBILITY THE COMPANY BUILT A GRAIN WAREHOUSE AT CHAMPOEG 'ES IN 1841. THE FIRST FORMAL ORGANIZATION OF CHAMPOEG TOWN BEGAN WITH THE SURVEY MADE IN 1852 FOR ANDRE LONGTAIN AND ROBERT NEWELL. WITH THE FLOOD OF 1861 MOST OF THE TOWN TDATION BUILDINGS WERE SWEPT AWAY, AND IN 1892 THE TOWNSITE i HIS CHILDREN WAS ABANDONED. [ 241 ] .i. ittirUrtiihrurmuii Irfuit ..iii .1u I I III it

Park Plaque or Sign Park Champoeg State Park Plaque Collier Memorial State Pai Following are the inscriptions on the four sides of a low marble shaft C located on the first tract of land acquired for Champoeg: W North Side East Side A PACIFIC RAILROA ERECTED ON DR. IRA L. BABCOCK PRACTICABLE ROUTE THURSDAY MAY 2, 1901 DR. W. H. WILLSON SACRAMENTO VALLEY IN HONOR OF THE G. W. LE BRETON NEAR THIS POINT BOU FIRST AMERICAN W. H. GRAY TENANT R. S. WILLIAI LIEUTENANT HENRY L. GOVERNMENT JOSEPH L. MEEK THE OFFICERS IN THE j ON THE PACIFIC COAST DAVID HILL S. SHERIDAN AND LIE ORGANIZED HERE ROBERT SHORTESS NEWBERRY WAS THE TUESDAY MAY 2, 1843 DR. ROBERT NEWELL PARTY. 52 PERSONS VOTING REUBEN LEWIS FOR, 50 AGAINST. AMOS COOK THE NAMES OF THE FORMER CALEB WILKINS Collier Memorial State Par AS FAR AS OBTAINABLE HUGH BURNS CHAR ARE HEREON FRANCIS FLETCHER INSCRIBED SIDNEY SMITH JANET ALANSON BEERS MEM T. J. HUBBARD JAMES A. O'NEIL

West Side South Side ALFR ALLEN DAVY ROBERT MOORE AN JOSEPH HOLMAN W. P. DOUGHERTY JOHN EDMUNDS L. H. JUDSON JOSEPH GALE A. T. SMITH RUSSELL OSBORN J. C. BRIDGES DAVID WESTON REV. GUSTAVUS HINES Coquille Myrtle Grove Stat WILLIAM JOHNSON REV. DAVID LESLIE W. HAUXHURST JOHN HOWARD WILLIAM CANNON WILLIAM MC CARTY COQUII MEDOREM CRAWFORD CHARLES MC KAY JOHN L. MORRISON REV. J. S. GRIFFIN SAVE TH P. M. ARMSTRONG GEORGE GAY CALVIN TIBBETTS GEORGE W. EBBERTS WITH J. R. ROBB REV. J. L. PARRISH THE C SOLOMON H. SMITH REV. HARVEY CLARK OF A. E. WILSON CHAS. CAMPO F. X. MATTHIEU DR. W. J. BAILEY GIVEN TO ETIENNE LUCIER ADAM HEWITT [ 242 ] Plaque or Stgn Park Plaque or Sign Plaque Collier Memorial State Park Sign 3 of a low marble shaft OREGON HISTORY mpoeg: WILLIAMSON RIVER 'ast Side A PACIFIC RAILROAD SURVEY PARTY SEARCHING FOR A 'A L. BABCOCK PRACTICABLE ROUTE FOR A RAILROAD TO CONNECT THE .H. WILLSON SACRAMENTO VALLEY WITH THE COLUMBIA RIVER PASSED LE BRETON NEAR THIS POINT BOUND NORTH ON AUGUST 20, 1855. LIEU- GRAY TENANT R. S. WILLIAMSON HEADED THE PARTY WITH 2ND LIEUTENANT HENRY L. ABBOT SECOND IN COMMAND. AMONG 'H L. MEEK THE OFFICERS IN THE ARMY ESCORT WERE LIEUTENANT PHIL ) HILL S. SHERIDAN AND LIEUTENANT GEORGE CROOK. DR. J. S. IT SHORTESS NEWBERRY WAS THE CHIEF SCIENTIST WITH THE SURVEY DBERT NEWELL PARTY. IN LEWIS COOK 3 WILKINS Collier Memorial State Park Plaque BURNS CHARLES MORSE COLLIER CIS FLETCHER and Y SMITH JANET McCORNACK COLLIER SON BEERS MEMORIAL STATE PARK iUBBARD S A. O'NEIL DONATED BY aouth Side ALFRED D. COLLIER AND BIT MOORE ANDREW M. COLLIER DOUGHERTY t JUDSON JANUARY 1946 SMITH 3RIDGES GUSTAVUS HINES Coquille Myrtle Grove State Park Plaque DAVID LESLIE GARDEN CLUBS HOWARD AM MC CARTY COQUILLE MYRTLE WAYSIDE LES MC KAY PURCHASED BY J. S. GRIFFIN SAVE THE MYRTLE WOODS, INC. GE GAY GE W. EBBERTS WITH MONEY DONATED BY J. L. PARRISH THE OREGON FEDERATION HARVEY CLARK OF GARDEN CLUBS CAMPO F J. BAILEY GIVEN TO THE PEOPLE OF OREGON [ HEWITT 1949

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Park Plaque or Sign Park Crown Point State Park Plaque Crown Point State Park DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF William Robert Br MARIE DORION Dedicated under al RED HEROINE OF THE WEST, August 24, 1929. WIFE OF (US 30) in the Cr PIERRE DORION plaque. Officers ol INTERPRETER WITH THE ASTORIA marines and army OVERLAND EXPEDITION FROM The plaque, desigi ST. LOUIS TO THE MOUTH OF THE discovery and nam COLUMBIA, UNDER THE LEADERSHIP OF Broughton of Ca] WILSON PRICE HUNT, October 30, 1792, THAT PARTY PASSED THIS POINT as guide. EARLY IN FEBRUARY 1812. Crown Point was c ERECTED BY THE Lieutenant Brougl OREGON SOCIETY, some as the most ( DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION his voyage of expl( MARCH 1, 1941

Crown Point State Park Crown Point State Park Plaque SAM WILLIAM R. BROUGHTON R.N. COMMANDING THE BRITISH VESSEL CHATHAM DETAILED BY CAPTAIN GEORGE VANCOUVER R.N. Scenic Colurn ASCENDED THE COLUMBIA RIVER Pioneer Builder of M Tremendous Obstacles, I BY SHIPSBOAT Through The Columbia R TO A POINT Drama So that Millions BELOW THIS PLACE AND NAMED MT. HOOD OCT 30, 1792 Ecola State Park FOLLOWING THE DISCOVERY IIN AND NAMING OF THE RIVER BY RlC CAPTAIN ROBERT GRAY FLC OF BOSTON MASSACHUSETTS M. I MAY 11, 1792 CARC ERECTED BY THE TRAIL SEEKERS COUNCIL WHC AUGUST 24, 1929 TO THI [ 244 ] Plaque or Sign Park Plaque or Sign Plaque Crown Point State Park Plaque

Y OF William Robert Broughton, R. N. Dedicated under auspices of the Trail Seekers Council, ST, August 24, 1929. On the Columbia River Highway

(US 30) in the Crown Point Vista House -a bronze plaque. Officers of the British navy and United States 'ORIA marines and army were present at the dedication. .OM The plaque, designed by Doris Wildman, depicts the ;' THE discovery and naming of Mt. Hood by Lieutenant W. R. LSHIP OF Broughton of Captain Vancouver's expedition on October 30, 1792, and shows Chief Ner-chee-ki-oo 'OINT as guide. 2. Crown Point was chosen as the site for the memorial to Lieutenant Broughton because it was considered by some as the most easterly position reached by him on heOLUTION * his voyage of exploration in 1792.

Crown Point State Park Plaque Plaque SAMUEL C. LANCASTER Z.N. 1864-1941 .CHATHAM Chief Engineer

R R.N. Scenic Columbia River Highway 1913-1915 I' LIVER Pioneer Builder of Hard-Surface Roads. His Genius Overcame Tremendous Obstacles, Extending and Replacing the Early Trail Through The Columbia River Gorge With a Highway of Poetry and Drama So that Millions Could Enjoy God's Spectacular Creations.

Ecola State Park Plaque IN GRATITUDE TO RODNEY L. GLISAN FLORENCE G. MINOTT M. LOUISE FLANDERS CAROLINE W. FLANDERS WHO GAVE THIS PARK TO THE PEOPLE OF OREGON [ 245 1

II Park Plaque or Sign Park Ecola State Park Sign Emigrant Springs State Park

OREGON HISTORY DEDICATED ECOLA THE INT ON JANUARY 8, 1806, WILLIAM CLARK AND PERHAPS FOUR- TEEN OF THE FAMOUS EXPEDITION REACHED A TILLAMOOK WHO C VILLAGE OF FIVE CABINS ON A CREEK WHICH CAPTAIN CLARK NAMED ECOLA OR WHALE CREEK. THREE DAYS EARLIER, TWO FIRST MEN SENT OUT FROM FORT CLATSOP TO LOCATE A SALT IN 18 MAKING SITE HAD BROUGHT BACK WHALE BLUBBER GIVEN THEM BY BEACH INDIANS. APPRECIATING THE WELCOME OLD C ADDITION TO THE EXPLORERS' DIET, CLARK SET OUT TO FIND AND SAVED T. THE WHALE OR BUY ITS BLUBBER. TRAVELING A PERILOUS TRAIL ACROSS TILLAMOOK HEAD TO THE THE FOOD HUNTERS, INCLUDING SACAJAWEA AND A YOUNG ERECTED BY THE OLD INDIAN GUIDE, DESCENDED TO "A BUTIFULL SAND SHORE." CROSSING A STREAM LATER NAMED ELK CREEK BY EARLY Jt SETTLERS, THE FOOD HUNTERS FOUND THE WHALE'S 105-FOOT SKELETON. DED SOME OIL AND 300 POUNDS OF BLUBBER WERE BOUGHT WARRE FROM THE INDIANS AT "ECOLA" CREEK, WHO WERE BUSILY PRESI] RENDERING THE WHALE MEAT WITH HOT STONES IN WOOD TROUGHS. UNII Ju Elliott R. Corbett Memorial State Park Plaque ELLIOTT R. CORBETT II MEMORIAL STATE PARK Erratic Rock Wayside

THIS AREA WAS GIVEN OREG( TO THE STATE OF OREGON GLACL FOR PARK PURPOSES THE ROCK VISIBLE ON TH BY FINE GRAINED ROCK OF S] MR. AND MRS. HENRY L. CORBETT ERRATIC WHICH WAS RAFTE IN MEMORY OF THEIR SON FAR UP THE COLUMBIA RIV WHO GAVE HIS LIFE WHEN BOTH THE RIVER ANIE IN THE SERVICE OF HIS COUNTRY FLOODED NEAR THE CLOSE WHICH THIS IS ONE OF THE JUNE, 1953 WILLAMETTE VALLEY, ARE TRANSPORTED FROM THEIR Emigrant Springs State Park Plaque-stone ARE UNRELATED TO ANY L, OLD OREGON TRAIL 1848 - 57

[ 246 ] Plaque or Sign Park Plaque or Sign Sign Emigrant Springs State Park Plaque

ORY DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF THE INTREPID PIONEERS ARK AND PERHAPS FOUR- WHO CAME WITH THE [ REACHED A TILLAMOOK iK WHICH CAPTAIN CLARK FIRST WAGON TRAIN 'HREE DAYS EARLIER, TWO 'SOP TO LOCATE A SALT IN 1843 OVER THE WHALE BLUBBER GIVEN OLD OREGON TRAIL ECIATING THE WELCOME ', CLARK SET OUT TO FIND AND SAVED THE OREGON COUNTRY TO THE UNITED STATES ACROSS TILLAMOOK HEAD NCAJAWEA AND A YOUNG ERECTED BY THE OLD OREGON TRAIL ASSOCIATION BUTIFULL SAND SHORE." July 4, 1923 ED ELK CREEK BY EARLY ND THE WHALE'S 105-FOOT DEDICATED BY WARREN G. HARDING BLUBBER WERE BOUGHT REEK, WHO WERE BUSILY PRESIDENT OF THE TH HOT STONES IN WOOD UNITED STATES July 3, 1923 Plaque .BETT II LE PARK Erratic Rock Wayside Sign OREGON GEOLOGY , GIVEN ;? OREGON GLACIAL ERRATICS 1POSES THE ROCK VISIBLE ON THE HORIZON TO THE NORTH IS A FINE GRAINED ROCK OF SEDIMENTARY ORIGIN, A GLACIAL A SOURCE Y L. CORBETT ERRATIC WHICH WAS RAFTED BY AN ICEBERG FROM 'HEIR SON FAR UP THE COLUMBIA RIVER TO THIS LOCALITY AT A TIME IS LIFE WHEN BOTH THE RIVER AND THE WILLAMETTE VALLEY WERE HIS COUNTRY FLOODED NEAR THE CLOSE OF THE ICE AGE. ERRATICS, OF WHICH THIS IS ONE OF THE LARGEST OF MANY FOUND IN THE 53 WILLAMETTE VALLEY, ARE SO CALLED BECAUSE THEY WERE TRANSPORTED FROM THEIR ORIGINAL RESTING PLACE AND Plaque-stone ARE UNRELATED TO ANY LOCAL ROCKS.

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Farewell Bend State Park Sign I Fort Rock State Park FAREWELL BEND, THE LAST CAMP ON THE WEARY Of JOURNEY ACROSS THE SNAKE RIVER PLAINS. HERE THE OREGON TRAIL LEFT THE SNAKE RIVER AND SOME OF WOUND OVERLAND TO THE COLUMBIA. HERE INHABITAIS CAMPED WILSON PRICE HUNT, DEC. 23, 1811; CAPT. MADE THE BONNEVILLE, JAN. 10, 1834; NATHANIEL J. WYETH, ONE OF THE AUG. 25, 1834; LT. JOHN C. FREMONT, OCT. 13, 1843. ED BY FOR' THIS BASIN. INDICATES Fort Stevens State Park Sign IN THE CA WRECK OF THE PETER IREDALE OLD. FORT OF AN AN, HERE LIES THE REMAINS OF THE FOUR MASTED BRITISH SAILING VESSEL, PETER IREDALE, WHICH 325 FEET AB( RAN AGROUND OCTOBER 25, 1906 DURING A HEAVY II LAKE COVE SPREADING SOUTHWEST WIND, TURE ROCK. SHE WAS ENROUTE FROM SALINA CRUZ, MEXICO ING THAT TO THE COLUMBIA RIVER TO LOAD WHEAT WHEN ROC THE DISASTER OCCURRED. THE IMPACT OF THE BEACHING SNAPPED THE TOP Gangloff Wayside OF HER MASTS COVERING THE DECK WITH WRECK- AGE. A RESCUE BOAT FROM POINT ADAMS LANDED Gangloff Pai ALL HANDS SAFELY. Iz of Union Cot

Geisel Monument Wayside Fort Stevens State Park Sign Sacred to the FORT STEVENS STATE PARK his three sons, were massacre FORT STEVENS WAS NAMED FOR GENERAL ISAAC INGALLS A.D. 1856, age STEVENS, FIRST GOVERNOR OF WASHINGTON TERRITORY, WHO years. Also w DIED A HERO OF THE CIVIL WAR IN 1862. THE FORT WAS ber 20, 1899, al BUILT IN 1864 AND DECOMMISSIONED IN 1947. SOME 3000 ACRES OF SANDY WASTE LAND KNOWN AS CLATSOP SAND PLAINS WERE STABILIZED HERE IN THE 1930's BY THE PLANTING OF Golden and Silver Falls Stai BEACH GRASS, SHRUBS AND TREES. THIS PARK AREA WAS DONATED TO THE PUBLIC BY CLATSOP COUNTY IN 1955. AND THE COLUMBIA RIVER TO THE NORTH WAS DISCOVERED BY SURR AN AMERICAN FUR TRADER, CAPTAIN ROBERT GRAY IN 1792 DONA' AND WAS NAMED AFTER HIS SHIP. LEWIS AND CLARK, THE BY WEY] FIRST AMERICANS TO MAKE AN OVERLAND EXPEDITION TO THE PACIFIC COAST, CAMPED AT FORT CLATSOP IN 1805-06 FOR FOUR MILES EAST OF THIS POINT. ENJOYIV [ 248 ] I

Plaque or Sign Park Plaque or Sign Sign Fort Rock State Park Sign )N THE WEARY OREGON HISTORY Z PLAINS. HERE FORT ROCK KE RIVER AND SOME OF THE EARLIEST KNOWN UMBIA. HERE INHABITANTS OF THIS CONTINENT 23, 1811; CAPT. i A MADE THEIR HOME IN A CAVE IN qiEL J. WYETH, ONE OF THE LOW KNOLLS DOMINAT- r, OCT. 13, 1843. ED BY FORT ROCK, VISIBLE ACROSS THIS BASIN. RADIO-CARBON DATING INDICATES THAT SANDALS FOUND Sign IN THE CAVE MAY BE 9,000 YEARS 1DALE OLD. FORT ROCK IS THE REMNANT OF AN ANCIENT VOLCANO RISING FOUR MASTED 325 FEET ABOVE THE PLAIN. A GREAT ,EDALE, WHICH LAKE COVERED THIS ENTIRE BASIN, rRING A HEAVY J SPREADING AS FAR SOUTH AS PIC- TURE ROCK. IT WAS IN A CAVE FAC- CRUZ, MEXICO ING THAT LAKE THAT THE FORT F WHEAT WHEN ROCK PEOPLE LIVED. iPPED THE TOP Plaque , WITH WRECK- Gangloff Wayside iDAMS LANDED Gangloff Park. Dedicated to the pioneers of Union County by Mrs. J. E. Foley, 1924

Geisel Monument Wayside Plaque-C Granite stone Sign Sacred to the memory of John Geisel, also t ARK his three sons, John, Henry, and Andrew who were massacred by the Indians, February 22, 'RAL ISAAC INGALLS A.D. 1856, ages respectively 45, 9, 7 and 5 'ON TERRITORY, WHO years. Also wife and mother died Septem- 862. THE FORT WAS ber 20, 1899, age 75 years. 947. SOME 3000 ACRES kTSOP SAND PLAINS Y THE PLANTING OF Golden and Silver Falls State Park Plaque IS PARK AREA WAS SILVER FALLS 'OUNTY IN 1955. I AND THE PARK LANDS WAS DISCOVERED BY SURROUNDING IT WERE DBERT GRAY IN 1792 DONATED TO THE PUBLIC 'IS AND CLARK, THE BY WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY kND EXPEDITION TO APRIL 14, 1935 CLATSOP IN 1805-06 FOR THE BENEFIT AND ENJOYMENT OF THE PEOPLE [ 249 ]

I Park Plaque or Sign Park Guy W. Talbot State Park Plaque Jennie B. Harris Wayside CuGY Webster Talbot JE Gave Latourell Falls and this park To the People of Oregon in 1914 and 1929 THIS Erected in his honor TO THI By Members of the birthday club FOR Thomas Autzen William J. Hoffman Frank H. Ransom George L. Baker David T. Honeyman Dr. E. W. Rockey LAM Thomas H. Banfield Dr. William S. Knox Omar C. Spencer IN ME John H. Burgard John A. Laing Don J. Sterling C. C. Colt Hillman Lueddemann Cameron Squires Fl Hamilton F. Corbett Dan K. Malarkey L. R. Teeple Virgil Crum Paul McKee H. B. VanDuzer Lake Owyhee State Park Charles E. Dant Philip Metchan Dean Vincent Mc Franklin T. Griffith L. C. Newlands T. B. Wilcox THIS AREA OF Alfred A. Mampson 0. L. Price Ralph E. Williams IS DEDICATED 1939 TO V. M H. B. Van Duzer Forest Corridor Wayside Plaque FOR HIS OU' Dedicated to our pioneers of Leno Hill TO THE CONSE] OF OREGON'S and the Old Elk Trail, 1832-1864, and to AS A MEMB John and Julia Boyer who operated toll ADV road 1908-1920 at this spot. Father of the Salmon River Road. Loeb State Park Hoffman Memorial Wayside Plaque THE ALFRED A HOFFMAN MEMORIAL STATE PARK THE PRESERVATIO ADMINISTERED BY FOR THE EN THIS PARK PRESENTED TO ACQUIRED BY TI THE STATE OF OREGON BY THE CHILDREN OF WITH THE GENEROUS, EDWARD M. and HENRIETTA HOFFMAN FOR W AS A MEMORIAL TO THE FOUNDERS FUND THE HOFFMAN FAMILY THE POI IN RECOGNITION OF TI MR. HOFFMAN'S PARENTS, ABRAHAM AND JEMIMA THE AZALEA C HOFFMAN, SETTLED THIS CLAIM IN 1854 AND SEVERAL SAVE TH PRESENTED IN 1948 [ 250 ] Plaque or Sign Park Plaque or Sign Plaque Jennie B. Harris Wayside Plaque JENNIE B. HARRIS park STATE PARK

THIS AREA WAS GIVEN TO THE STATE OF OREGON club FOR PARK PURPOSES Frank H. Ransom by Dr. E. W. Rockey LAWRENCE T. HARRIS Omar C. Spencer IN MEMORY OF HIS WIFE Don J. Sterling Cameron Squires FEBRUARY 1, 1944 L. R. Teeple H. B. VanDuzer Lake Owyhee State Park Plaque Dean Vincent McCORMACK AREA T. B. Wilcox THIS AREA OF OWYHEE LAKE STATE PARK Ralph E. Williams IS DEDICATED BY THE STATE OF OREGON TO THE MEMORY OF V. W. McCORMACK Plaque FOR HIS OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTION ,no Hill TO THE CONSERVATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF OREGON'S RECREATIONAL RESOURCES i, and to AS A MEMBER OF THE STATE PARKS ited toll ADVISORY COMMITTEE toad. Loeb State Park Plaque

Plaque THE ALFRED A. LOEB STATE FOREST-PARK DEDICATED TO THE PRESERVATION OF A VIRGIN MYRTLE FOREST ADMINISTERED BY THE STATE BOARD OF FORESTRY FOR THE ENJOYMENT OF THE PEOPLE TO ACQUIRED BY THE STATE BOARD OF FORESTRY N WITH THE GENEROUS ASSISTANCE OF THE FORMER OWNER IOFFMAN FOR WHOM IT WAS NAMED. THE FOUNDERS FUND OF THE GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA y THE PORTLAND GARDEN CLUB IN RECOGNITION OF THOSE WHO SERVED IN WORLD WAR II VI AND JEMIMA THE AZALEA GARDEN CLUB OF BROOKINGS IM IN 1854 AND SEVERAL INDIVIDUAL DONORS TO THE SAVE THE MYRTLE WOODS INC. 1948 [ 251] NM= - --- 1- I - , , --

Park Park Plaque or Sign Maria C. Jackson State Park Plaque Muriel 0. Ponsler Memorial MARIA C. JACKSON MU] STATE PARK M DEDICATED TO PRESERVING IN ITS NATURAL CONDITION THIS A VIRGIN FOREST TO THI OF OREGON MYRTLE TREES. FOR PUBLI A GIFT OF MRS. C. S. JACKSON TO THE PEOPLE OF OREGON THROUGH JA SAVE THE MYRTLE WOODS, INC. IN MEMOR 1946

Maud Williamson State Park Plaque WILLIAMSON STATE PARK Oswald West State Park THIS TIMBERED AREA GIVEN TO IF SIGHT OF THE STATE OF OREGON BY HAS GIVEN RESP MAUD WILLIAMSON AS A MEMORIAL TO HER MOTHER RUBY T. WILLIAMSON THEN JANUARY, 1934

FORMER GOVE] Millicoma Myrtle Grove State Park Plaque GARDEN CLUBS MILLICOMA MYRTLE GROVE BY PURCHASED BY NEARLY 400 IM SAVE THE MYRTLE WOODS INC. WAS SET WITH MONEY DONATED BY THE OREGON FEDERATION FROM THE COL OF GARDEN CLUBS TO THE CALIFO GIVEN TO THE PEOPLE OF OREGON 1949 THIS MARKER

Muriel 0. Ponsler Memorial Wayside Sign BY THE GRAI MURIEL 0. PONSLER TC MEMORIAL THIS OUTh STATE IN THE CONSERVj PARK [ 252] Plaque or Sig Park Plaque or Sign Plaque Muriel 0. Ponsler Memorial Wayside Plaque MURIEL 0. PONSLER MEMORIAL PARK 'ING 'ION THIS AREA WAS GIVEN TO THE STATE OF OREGON E~ES. FOR PUBLIC USE AND ENJOYMENT KSON JON by JACK C. PONSLER , INC. IN MEMORY OF HIS WIFE, MURIEL

APRIL 1939 Plaque RK Oswald West State Park Plaque EN TO IF SIGHT OF SAND AND SKY AND SEA BY HAS GIVEN RESPITE FROM YOUR DAILY CARES

OTHER THEN PAUSE TO THANK OSWALD WEST FORMER GOVERNOR OF OREGON (1911-1915) Plaque

)VE BY HIS FORESIGHT NEARLY 400 MILES OF THE OCEAN SHORE INC. BY WAS SET ASIDE FOR PUBLIC USE 0N FROM THE COLUMBIA RIVER ON THE NORTH TO THE CALIFORNIA BORDER ON THE SOUTH )REGON

THIS MARKER IS ERECTED AND DEDICATED

Sign BY THE GRATEFUL CITIZENS OF OREGON :R TO COMMEMORATE THIS OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT IN THE CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES

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-A Park Plaque or Sign Park Painted Hills State Park Sign Portland Women's Forum St PAINTED HILLS STATE PARK Not until THE COLORFUL FORMATIONS OF THIS AREA WERE LAID DOWN Was it pc MILLIONS OF YEARS AGO DURING THE TIME IN WHICH THE The C VOLCANOES OF THE RISING CASCADE RANGE TO THE WEST WERE SHOWERING WIND-CARRIED PUMICE AND ASH ONTO Earlie. CENTRAL OREGON. Du THE VOLCANIC SEDIMENTS ARE BELIEVED TO HAVE BEEN Later DEPOSITED IN WATER, AT LEAST IN PART, AND DURING A TIME OF MILD HUMID CLIMATE, THE LAYERS OF VARYING Erect MATERIAL GRADUALLY DECOMPOSED TO FORM THESE to the n COLORED BANDS AS THE ASH WAS ALTERED TO CLAY. THE STRATA EXPOSED IN THE PAINTED HILLS REGION ARE REFERRED TO AS CLARNO AND JOHN DAY FORMATIONS. THE J FOSSIL LEAF IMPRESSIONS OF REDWOOD, CINNAMON, FIG, ALDER, AND OTHER TREES AND PLANTS FOUND IN THIS VICINITY HAVE GIVEN CLUES AS TO THE FORMER DAMP WARM CLIMATE OF THE AREA IN THE TIME BEFORE THE RISE OF THE CASCADE MOUNTAINS. Portland Women's Forum St CHA Peter Skene Ogden Scenic Wayside Sign PORTLA OREGON HISTORY DEDICATED TO PETER SKENE OGDEN NATURAL BEAUTY ( THIS PARK IS NAMED FOR PETER SKENE OGDEN, 1793 - 1854. IN THE FALL OF 1825, OGDEN LED A HUDSON'S BAY COMPANY (LIST TRAPPING PARTY ON THE FIRST RECORDED JOURNEY INTO CENTRAL OREGON, CROSSING THE COUNTRY TO THE NORTH AND EAST INTO THE CROOKED RIVER VALLEY NOT FAR ABOVE HERE. HE WAS IN THE VICINITY AGAIN IN 1826 BOUND FOR Pistol River State Park THE HARNEY BASIN AND THE KLAMATH REGION WHERE HE OR DISCOVERED MOUNT SHASTA. OGDEN WAS AN IMPORTANT THE BAT' FIGURE IN THE EARLY FUR TRADE AND RANGED OVER ALL THE WEST. HE RESCUED THE SURVIVORS OF THE WHITMAN SEVERE FIGHTING TOOK MASSACRE. OGDEN, UTAH, WAS NAMED FOR HIM. THE LAST ROGUE RIVE COMPANY OF MINUTE M GEORGE H. ABBOT WERE Pilot Butte State Park Plaque FICATION OF LOGS BY A To Terrence Hardington Foley who ROGUE RIVER INDIANS. devoted his energy, courage, and USUAL CUSTOM REPEAM ability to developing the resources of nature, this natural monument is COURAGE. THE SIEGE IT' dedicated as a fitting testimonial to WAS CARRIED ON FOR his great value as a pioneer and WERE FINALLY DISPERM citizen. CAPTAINS ORD AND JOIN [ 254 ] Plaque or Sign Park Plaque or Sign Sign Portland Women's Forum State Park Plaque ARK Not until this Highway was built CA WERE LAID DOWN Was it possible to go up or down rIME IN WHICH THE The Columbia River ANGE TO THE WEST Gorge [CE AND ASH ONTO Earliest Periods Rafts and Dug-out native boats TED TO HAVE BEEN Later Period Steamboats LRT, AND DURING A and Railroad AYERS OF VARYING Erected by loving friends ) TO FORM THESE to the memory of Samuel Hill ;RED TO CLAY. Alonzo Victor Lewis HILLS REGION ARE Sculptor Y FORMATIONS. THE John G. Edwards )D, CINNAMON, FIG, Designer rS FOUND IN THIS rHE FORMER DAMP IE BEFORE THE RISE Portland Women's Forum State Park Plaque CHANTICLEER POINT Sign PORTLAND WOMEN'S FORUM DEDICATED TO THE PRESERVATION OF THE NATURAL BEAUTY OF THE COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE IE OGDEN, 1793 - 1854. MAY 19, 1960 ;ON'S BAY COMPANY (LIST OF MEMBERSHIP) DED JOURNEY INTO TRY TO THE NORTH LEY NOT FAR ABOVE IN 1826 BOUND FOR Pistol River State Park Sign REGION WHERE HE OREGON HISTORY 7AS AN IMPORTANT THE BATTLE OF PISTOL RIVER RANGED OVER ALL r OF THE WHITMAN SEVERE FIGHTING TOOK PLACE IN CURRY COUNTY DURING FOR HIM. THE LAST ROGUE RIVER INDIAN WAR. IN MARCH 1856 A COMPANY OF MINUTE MEN 34 STRONG UNDER COMMAND OF GEORGE H. ABBOT WERE BESIEGED IN AN IMPROVISED Plaque FORTI- ~Twho FICATION OF LOGS BY A LARGE FORCE OF PISTOL RIVER AND ROGUE RIVER INDIANS. THE and INDIANS CONTRARY TO THEIR )urces USUAL CUSTOM REPEATEDLY CHARGED WITH DESPERATE vent is COURAGE. THE SIEGE INVOLVING HAND TO HAND FIGHTING iial to WAS CARRIED ON FOR SEVERAL DAYS UNTIL THE INDIANS r and WERE FINALLY DISPERSED BY REGULAR TROOPS UNDER CAPTAINS ORD AND JONES. [ 255] Park Park Plaque or Sign Thomas Condon-John Day Samuel H. Boardman Wayside Plaque THIS LOCATION APPROXIMATELY THE CENTER OF TWO MILES OF SPECTACULAR OCEAN COAST LINE A PORTION OF SAMUEL H. BOARDMAN STATE PARK Pioneer Oregon Ge WAS DONATED TO THE PEOPLE OF OREGON BY who came to Oreg BORAX CONSOLIDATED, LIMITED missionary in 1853. PREDECESSOR TO UNITED STATES BORAX & CHEMICAL CORPORATION for all Christian Fai SEPTEMBER 1950 the Fossil Beds of founding of the Uni Shelton Wayside Sign first Professor of GE Shelton Park. Presented to the people of Teacher until 1907; Oregon by the Kinzua Lumber Company great outdoors and of Warren, Penn., Edward N. Witmore, the foundation for t President, in memory of Lewis D. W. Oregon. Shelton, pioneer of 1847, Surveyor, Sol- dier, born Missouri, 1841, died Oregon, This plaque is dedic 1919. A True Gentleman. Oregon Country -

Shepperd's Dell State Park Plaque Thomas Condon-John Day SHEPPERD'S DELL PRESENTED TO THE 01 CITY OF PORTLAND JOHIN BY GEORGE SHEPPERD This formation MAY 6, 1915 named for Joh Sodaville Springs State Park Plaque party of 1811. FAMOUS 1926 THI WEALTH OF To the memory of FUL Thomas S. Summers JOHN D IN LATE OL0 donor of this property to the public CANIC ASH i May 4, 1871 LAKE BASIN ESTS AND P] Sunset Highway Forest Wayside Sign WAS A VARI DOGS AND C SUNSET HIGHWAY ON RIVER Bi THIS HIGHWAY IS REVERENTLY DEDICATED THREE-TOED TO OREGON'S SONS. MEMBERS OF THE 41st THEIR BONE: DIVISION, BOTH LIVING AND DEAD, WHO WORE WHEN BROUi THE SUNSET EMBLEM AND OFFERED THEIR ALL ILLUSTRATE IN COMPLETE DEVOTION TO STORY OF 0: THE CAUSE OF WORLD PEACE [ 256 ] Park Plaque or Sign Plaque or Sign Thomas Condon-John Day Fossil Beds State Park Plaque Plaque THE CENTER OF To ,AN COAST LINE Thomas Condon 1822 - 1907 LTE PARK Pioneer Oregon Geologist, Teacher, Author, Clergyman DF OREGON BY who came to Oregon around Cape Horn as a pioneer IMITED missionary in 1853. Who provided a church at The Dalles for all Christian Faithes; who was the first investigator of kL CORPORATION the Fossil Beds of the John Day Country; who at the founding of the University of Oregon in 1876 became its Sign first Professor of Geology and continued as Professor and !people of Teacher until 1907; whose geological class room was the Company great outdoors and whose book "The Two Island" was Witmore, the foundation for the study of the Historical Geology of vis D. W. Oregon. 'eyor, Sol- d Oregon, This plaque is dedicated by the Geological Society of the Oregon Country - May 30, 1954

Plaque Thomas Condon-John Day Fossil Beds State Park Sign OREGON GEOLOGY JOHN DAY FOSSIL BEDS 'ERD This formation takes its name from the river named for John Day of the Astor overland party of 1811. Plaque FAMOUS THE WORLD OVER FOR THEIR WEALTH OF FOSSIL BONES, THE COLOR- FUL JOHN DAY BEDS WERE LAID DOWN s IN LATE OLIGOCENE TIMES WHEN VOL- rty CANIC ASH CHOKED STREAMS AND FILLED LAKE BASINS. ANIMALS OF BOTH FOR- ESTS AND PLAINS WERE ENTOMBED. IT WAS A VARIED FAUNA INCLUDING BEAR Sign DOGS AND GIANT CATS. RHINOS LIVED 7 ON RIVER BANKS. TINY CAMELS AND Y DEDICATED THREE-TOED HORSES WERE ABUNDANT. 3 OF THE 41st THEIR BONES ARE BURIED HERE, AND AD, WHO WORE WHEN BROUGHT TO LIGHT BY EROSION RED THEIR ALL ILLUSTRATE ONE CHAPTER OF THE DN TO STORY OF OREGON'S ANCIENT PAST. PEACE [ 257 ] I irnirSbluuurnhi rmI.rniIr..I I I

Park Park Plaque or Sign TouVelle State Park Plaque Wallowa Lake State Park TOUVELLE 0 MEMORIAL STATE PARK DONATED BY WALLOWA LA FRANK LEBLOND TOUVELLE THE DAMMIN( IN MEMORY OF HIS WIFE THE EASTERL ELIZABETH BLOSSER TOUVELLE SPLENDID EX. JANUARY 1946 AND THE NOF LAKE OF A TI Umpqua Lighthouse State Park Plaque THE TERMINA PLAIN EXTEN THE MENASHA WOODEN WARE JOSEPH. THE MORAINES RE CORPORATION OF GLACIATIC OF MENASHA, WISCONSIN MINOR ADVAM EACH STAGE. GAVE 283 FEET AND TO THE PEOPLE OF OREGON THE MORAINE 112 ACRES OF LAND BOTTOM TO C ON WHICH THIS PLAQUE IS PLACED CURRED DURI AGE APPROXI AS AN ADDITION TO THE AGO AND EXI UMPQUA LIGHTHOUSE THIS LEVEL. STATE PARK

Willamette Stone State Par Wallowa Lake State Park Sign WI] OREGON HISTORY NATIONAL INDIAN CEMETERY THIS TRAIL LEAE THE WALLOWA LAKE INDIAN SURVEYORS' MONUMEN' CEMETERY HAS BEEN USED FOR LAMETTE BASE LINE A] MANY GENERATIONS AS A BURIAL PLACE FOR THE NEZ PERCE AND THE LANDS OF OREGO UMATILLA INDIAN TRIBES BUT GUIDE LINES. THE MAR ONLY A FEW OF THE GRAVES BY JOHN R. PRESTON, F] HAVE BEEN MARKED. BONES OF CHIEF OLD JOSEPH (TA WEET THE ESTABLISHMENT C TUEKAKAS), THE FATHER OF THE THE SECTIONIZING OF FAMOUS INDIAN WARRIOR CHIEF JOSEPH, WERE REBURIED HERE PACIFIC COAST AND T AND A MONUMENT ERECTED TO INTEREST TO ALL SURV HIS MEMORY IN 1926. ONE COUPLE, GRAPHIC POSITION IS: PIONEER FRIENDS OF THE INDIANS, ARE ALSO BURIED HERE. 44' 33."551 IN LONGTITU] [ 258 ] Plaque or Sign Park Plaque or Sign Plaque Wallowa Lake State Park Sign OREGON GEOLOGY ',K WALLOWA LAKE WALLOWA LAKE HAS BEEN FORMED BY ,LLE THE DAMMING ACTION OF GLACIAL DRIFT. FE THE EASTERLY SHORE OF THE LAKE IS A ITELLE SPLENDID EXAMPLE OF A LATERAL MORAINE AND THE NORTHERN BOUNDARY OF THE LAKE OF A TERMINAL MORAINE. BEYOND Plaque THE TERMINAL MORAINE AN OUTWASH PLAIN EXTENDS BEYOND THE TOWN OF ,RE JOSEPH. THE EAST AND WEST LATERAL MORAINES RECORD TWO MAJOR STAGES 3IN OF GLACIATION AND POSSIBLY SEVERAL MINOR ADVANCES AND RETREATS DURING EACH STAGE. THE LAKE HAS A DEPTH OF 283 FEET AND THE MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF GON THE MORAINES IS 1200 FEET FROM LAKE BOTTOM TO CREST. THE GLACIATION OC- PLACED CURRED DURING THE LATE PLEISTOCENE AGE APPROXIMATELY A MILLION YEARS HE AGO AND EXTENDED DOWN TO ABOUT E THIS LEVEL.

Willamette Stone State Park Sign Sign WILLAMETTE STONE

STATE PARK

THIS TRAIL LEADS TO THE WILLAMETTE STONE, THE IN SURVEYORS' MONUMENT AT THE INTERSECTION OF THE WIL- iFOR LAMETTE BASE LINE AND THE WILLAMETTE MERIDIAN. ALL BURIAL THE LANDS OF OREGON WERE SECTIONIZED FROM THESE BUT GUIDE LINES. THE MARK WAS ESTABLISHED ON JUNE 4, 1851, rES BY JOHN R. PRESTON, FIRST SURVEYOR GENERAL OF OREGON. ES OF ;ET THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THIS STONE WAS THE START OF )F THE THE SECTIONIZING OF THE PUBLIC DOMAIN ON THE NORTH ICHIEF PACIFIC COAST AND THE MONUMENT IS OF PARTICULAR .ERE D TO INTEREST TO ALL SURVEYORS AND ABSTRACTORS. ITS GEO- COUPLE, GRAPHIC POSITION IS: 450 31' 10."831 IN LATITUDE AND 1220 INDIANS, 44' 33."551 IN LONGTITUDE.

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Park Plaque or Sign Park Willamette Stone State Park Plaque Yaquina Bay State Park Beginning here, the Wil- 0 lamette Meridian was es- 6 541 312 1 tablished running North to THE OLD YAQUINA BAY 91l0111 12 Puget Sound and South to THE EARLIEST AID TO 18 17 61 151 14 13 the California border, and F RANGE OF THE FIRST 19 20 21 22123 24 the Base Line was established running East to the SHIP TO THE SHORES 0 30 29128 27126 25 Idaho border and West to JAMES COOK MADE TB 3132133134 35136 NORTH the Pacific Ocean NOON HE NAMED CAPE From these surveyed lines, the lands of the Northwest were divided into HEAVY WEATHER HE W. Townships six miles square beginning at the Willamette Base Line AT NIGHT AND ONLY i numbering North or South and given a range beginning at the Willam- NOON SO THAT HE WAS ette Meridian numbering East and West. Each full Township is divided THE OREGON COAST. into Thirty-six Sections of land one mile square which are numbered PACIFIC NORTHWEST S5 starting at the Northeast corner of each Township as shown in the IN THIS REGION AND . diagram above. INTEREST THAT LED T( AND THE DISPATCH OF

Wilson River Highway Forest Wayside Sign

THE TILLAMOOK BURN

TREES ON 240,000 ACRES WERE KILLED IN 1933 IN ONE OF THE NATIONS WORST FOREST FIRES WHICH STARTED FOUR MILES NORTHEAST OF THIS POINT. LATER FIRES EXTENDED THE BURN TO 255,000 ACRES, TO MORE THAN 13 BILLION BOARD FEET OF TIMBER THIS AREA IS NOW BEING REFORESTED WITH DOUGLAS FIR, SPRUCE, CEDAR, AND HEMLOCK, WITH EFFECTIVE PROTECTION A NEW FOREST WILL IN A FEW DECADES BE READY TO HARVEST ON THE "TILLAMOOK BURN".

f 260 1 Plaque or Sign Park Plaque or Sign Plaque Yaquina Bay State Park Sign OREGON HISTORY Eginning here, the Wil- mette Meridian was es- YAQUINA BAY blished running North to THE OLD YAQUINA BAY LIGHTHOUSE ESTABLISHED IN 1871 IS iget Sound and South to THE EARLIEST AID TO NAVIGATION STANDING WITHIN THE e California border, and e Base Line was estab- RANGE OF THE FIRST RECORDED LANDFALL MADE FROM A ;hed running East to the SHIP TO THE SHORES OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST. CAPTAIN aho border and West to JAMES COOK MADE THIS LANDFALL ON MARCH 7, 1778. AT the Pacific Ocean NOON HE NAMED CAPE FOULWEATHER. ON ACCOUNT OF THE HEAVY WEATHER HE WAS COMPELLED TO STAND OUT AT SEA thwest were divided into AT NIGHT AND ONLY APPROACH THE LAND IN THE AFTER- L Willamette Base Line NOON SO THAT HE WAS UNABLE TO FIND ANY HARBOR ALONG )eginning at the Willam- THE OREGON COAST. NEWS OF COOK'S VOYAGE TO THE full Township is divided PACIFIC NORTHWEST STIMULATED THE AMERICAN INTERESTS ire which are numbered IN THIS REGION AND AROUSED IN THOMAS JEFFERSON AN vnship as shown in the INTEREST THAT LED TO THE LOUISIANA PURCHASES IN 1803 AND THE DISPATCH OF THE LEWIS AND CLARK EXPEDITION.

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ZE HE ES S LATER TO .N TIMBER EFORESTED , CEDAR, TIVE PROTECTION 'EW DECADES BE : "TILLAMOOK BURN".

[ 261 ] Parks Attendance STATE PARKS AND RECREATION DIVISION

PARK ATTENDANCE co 00 cc Tent and Total Total 00 00 C' Day Group Trailer Camper Park 01- a, o ci a Year Visitors Camp Camps Nights Attendance ,-- o LO C ra 01 00 C 1937 ..-- 981,959

1938 .------1,139,041

1939 .. ------1,668,557

1940 (To co Nov. 30) 2,003,951 CC0 a L-- cc co 1941 . No record 01

1942 .. . 562,938 0

1943 395,055 1944 394,739

1945 652,180 00 -4 a C, &C 00r 1946 1,314,947 a -4 Ew aPI L- 1947 2,068,402 D :4 q 1948 2,157,480 17,500 ....-- . 17,500 2,174,980

1949 2,840,750 16,199 16,199 2,856,949

1950 3,648,455 16,127 .- - . 16,127 3,664,582

1951 4,364,533 15,888 845 16,733 4,381,266 0 00 0) 01 CD 01 1952 5,391,421 17,225 44,112 61,337 5,452,758 0Il 00 1-4 1953 4,593,385 22,825 64,836 87,661 4,681,046

1954 6,098,362 24,053 100,318 124,371 6,222,733 1955 6,820,332 20,917 158,375 179,292 6,999,624 1956 7,694,671 23,200 216,443 239,643 7,934,314 1957 8,633,725 26,142 318,191 344,333 8,978,058 1958 10,087,347 26,144 415,184 441,328 10,528,675 1959 10,292,351 26,253 517,061 543,314 10,835,665 1960 10,942,890 32,482 595,023 627,505 11,570,395 708,210 746,299 a-1 1961 11,487,126 38,089 12,233,425 I L- 1962 11;570,313 45,420 842,408 887,828 12,458,141 1963 13,014,668 39,894 877,658 917,552 13,932,220 [ 262 ] CD -C cM Jcn coW I-D : ZQ 9 t Idp, - cn cc t cn CM cc co ob cc o cc : : : : : co N D O-' w W N D 0 W CM w U1O':: W CO> tn w - C4 w ND O

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Expenditures STATE PARK EXPENDITURES

COMPILED BY OFFICE ENGINEERING DIVISION Year Purchase Development Operation Totals

1917-1922 $ 1,000.00 $ 211.58 $ ----..--...... $ 1,211.58 1923-24 1,402.20 17,958.10 687.88 20,048.18 1925-26 21,315.68 13,160.13 1,252.60 35,728.41 1927-28 ...... 41,514.47 49,522.19 18,146.46 109,183.12 1929-30 . 58,015.81 16,731.71 19,461.19 94,208.71 1931-32...... 85,568.75 21,560.65 5,640.95 112,770.35 1933-34...... 2,725.98 16,942.32 4,815.50 24,483.80 1935-36 73,936.48 15,235.17 19,081.00 108,252.65 1937...... 15,194.70 6,722.93 23,536.41 45,454.04 1938...... 77,791.15 12,049.48 27,864.52 117,705.15 1939...... 72,532.95 11,042.17 35,449.94 119,025.06 1940 72,201.01 27,508.37 38,791.26 138,500.64 1941...... 104,419.29 25,364.97 48,258.18 178,042.44 1942 26,045.43 13,445.35 38,186.59 77,677.37 1942 Transfer 21,596.28 21,596.28 1943 15,792.01 430.48 42,891.05 59,113.54 1943 Transfer 5.12 5.12 1944 ...... 64,603.15 24.00 41,208.93 105,836.08 I

STATE PARK EXPENDITURES-Continued Year Purchase Development Operation Totals 1945 ...... ------8,406.56 5,260.29 41,183.18 54,850.03 1946 ------18,787.52 17,476.58 83,080.99 119,345.09 1947...... -- ...... -- 81,259.17 73,265.35 116,361.03 270,885.55 1948 ...... 3,956.10 Cr. 89,765.42 169,354.04 255,163.36 1949...... 77,883.45 177,579.66 232,129.36 487,592.47 1950 ...... -...... 99,980.81 252,123.31 276,947.54 629,051.66 1951 ...... -.-. 70,383.01 339,376.95 340,169.53 749,929.49 1951 Transfer...... 206.96 Cr. 32,612.29 Cr. 38,283.26 Cr. 71,102.51 Cr. 1952 ------58,773.16 397,558.13 307,266.26 763,597.55 1952 Transfer...... 69.60 119.61 Cr. 2,000.01 Cr. 2,050.02 Cr. 1953 ...... 20,143.46 Cr. 478,269.29 354,991.19 813,117.02 1954 ...... - .. .-- 26,448.74 Cr. 389,724.70 379,979.65 743,255.61 1955...... -.- . -...... 44,288.00 372,689.78 400,144.48 817,122.26 1956...... -...... 13,937.33 592,534.64 447,572.69 1,054,044.66 1957 ...... 18,549.93 743,411.60 501,570.59 1,263,532.12 1958 ...... 97,371.09 813,067.58 508,582.30 1,419,020.97 1959...... ------.-. 30,754.29 939,114.90 588,629.36 1,558,498.55 1960 . ------...... 121,755.07 779,065.36 582,484.99 1,483,305.42 1961...... 76,595.48 381,627.51 645,434.61 1,103,657.60 1962 .. ..-..-...... 130,064.29 Cr. 847,464.83 750,251.38 1,467,651.92 TOTALS ...... $1,372,033.98 $7,926,154.98 $7,051,122.36 $16,349,311.32

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CD Cl to C9 0 Cl COMPILED BY OFFICE ENGINEERING DIVISION Lo o C) N Co O I0 LO t Ili c~l Year Admtnistration Surveys 0~ t 0M C CD 00to M o:~ cli cl r-- 1930 $ 6,802.99 $ 'o Co n 00 0 CD Nl -4- -4- 1931 5,451.24 1932 10,606.34 1933 5,160.70 1934 10,267.70

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TlOTALS ...... $2,306,061.83 $4472,992.39 [ 265 1 Overnight Camp Data for 1964 Overnight Cam No. Park Name Oregon State Highway Department 27. Neptune State Park .

28. Ochoco Lake State Pal STATE PARKS AND RECREATION DIVISION 29. Oswald West State Pai Overnight Camp Site Data For 1964 30. Prineville Reservoir St No. Park Name Tents Trailers Total Camps 1. Armitage State Park...... 16 16 31. Saddle Mountain State 2. Beachside State Park 60 20 80 32. Shelton Wayside 33. Silver Falls State Parl 3. Beverly Beach State Park...... 166 52 218 50

4. Booth Wayside ...... 6 6 34. Sunset Bay State Park 35. Susan Creek State Pai 5. Catherine Creek State Park . 10 10 36. The Cove Palisades St. 6. Cape Lookout State Park...... 196 53 249 100 37. Tumalo State Park. 7. Cascadia State Park 15 15 38. Ukiah-Dale Forest Wa 8. Chandler Wayside...... 10 10 39. Umpqua Lighthouse St 9. Champoeg State Park...... 6 6 25-50 10. Collier Memorial State Park. 18 50 68 40. Unity Lake State Park

11. Dabney State Park . 20 20 41. Valley of the Rogue St 42. Viento State Park 12. Detroit Lake State Park-Lakeshore 128 32 160 43. Wallowa Lake State P 13. Devils Lake State Park...... 68 32 100

14. Emigrant Springs State Park 32 18 50 TOTAL.

15. Farewell Bend State Park 10 10 Data based on count submit 16. Fort Stevens State Park...... 261 119 380 200 17. Harris Beach State Park...... 82 26 108

18. Hilgard Junction State Park 14 14 19. Honeyman Memorial State Park 240 66 306 150 20. Humbug Mountain State Park. 63 30 93 21. Kimball State Park...... 6 6 22. Lake Owyhee State Park ...... 5 5 23. Laurelhurst State Park...... 36 36 24. Lewis and Clark State Park . 13 13 25. Loeb State Park ...... 15 15 26. Maud Williamson State Park. 13 13 [ 266 ] Overnight Camp Site Data for 1964-Continued No. Park Name Tents Trailers Total Camps ment 27. Neptune State Park ------...... 14 14

I DIVISION 28. Ochoco Lake State Park . 22 ---- 22 29. Oswald West State Park...... 21 ---- 21 1964 30. Prineville Reservoir State Park 47 22 69 Trailers Total Camps 16 31. Saddle Mountain State Park 6 6

20 80 32. Shelton Wayside 20 20 50 52 218 50 33. Silver Falls State Park ...... 41 9 50 .... 6 34. Sunset Bay State Park...... 108 29 137

...- 10 35. Susan Creek State Park...... 30 30 100 53 249 100 36. The Cove Palisades State Park 84 48 132 15 37. Tumalo State Park...... 68 20 88 50

10 38. Ukiah-Dale Forest Wayside. 21 21

..- 6 25-50 39. Umpqua Lighthouse State Park 41 22 63 50 68 40. Unity Lake State Park ------. 5 5

20 41. Valley of the Rogue State Park 20 49 69

32 160 42. Viento State Park...... 45 45

32 100 43. Wallowa Lake State Park ...... 106 41 147 100

18 50 TOTAL. ------2,208 738 2,946 -- 10 Data based on count submitted by District Park Supervisors 119 380 200 26 108 -- 14 66 306 150 30 93 6 5 36 13 15 13

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STATE PARK LOCATION MAPS

The following sectional maps, A through F, cover areas in the State where parks and waysides are most numerous. Inside the back cover a State Map shows the distribution of all parks and waysides and includes an index to the sectional maps. The description of each park and its related HUG history is given in Section V, beginning on Page 83. OSA

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