Oregon Ridge Nature CenterGeneral Park Rules and Regulations
- Park and trails are open from sunrise to sunset March through October. November through February the park and trails are open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in the Nature Center area of the park.
- Prior authorization is required for groups of 10 or more people - see the graphic below.
- Dogs/pets must be leashed at all times and all dog waste must be bagged and properly disposed of.
- Unauthorized motor vehicles and horses are prohibited in the park. Bikes are not permitted on the trails.
- Open fires, personal grills, balloons and weapons are prohibited.
- Swimming, fishing and the use of personal watercraft are prohibited.
- No vending machines are available at the nature center.
- No restroom facilities are available outside of regular business hours. (Tuesday - Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.)
- Permits are required for commercial photographers and videographers.
- We are a trash free park, so please bring trash bags and carry your trash out with you.
- Amplified Music is prohibited.
- Metal Detecting is prohibited
Groups of 10 or more are required to call or email at least one week in advance for a Group Gathering Permit. There is no charge for a permit. Groups of 30 or more are not eligible for a Group Gathering Permit and must rent a pavilion. Communicating with the staff at Oregon Ridge will help us to help you enjoy your visit.
Please call during regular business hours Tuesday thru Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Email inquiries often receive a quicker response, especially outside of regular business hours.
The following information is required.
- Name of group
- Date and time you will be in the park
- Contact person phone number
- Number of people
- Area of the park you will be visiting
