Ashland Parks & Recreation Commission (APRC) oversees two areas, parks and recreation. In March, 2016 the Recreation Division moved The Grove - Learn more! 

APRC is the caretaker of 831 acres of parkland, 47 miles of trails and is home to beautiful Lithia Park (take a tour of historic Lithia Park). We offer a variety recreational opportunities, as well as facility and park rentals.

Discover the plants and trees of Lithia Park on a self-guided tour with our Lithia Park Trail Guide.  Or if you prefer a guided tour, the FREE Lithia Park Nature Walks are in full swing again! Check out all that's happening in Lithia Park this summer! 

Registration for Autumn 2016 is underway! Programs in our Autumn guide run September through mid December, 2016. View the Autumn 2016 digital guide by clicking on the image above. (The guide is also available in PDF format.) Direct registration links are available for all applicable programs in the Rec Guides.

• Bear Creek Salmon Festival on October 1 - BearCreekSalmonFestival.net 
• FIRST FROST, on November 19, Opening Celebration at the Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink (The rink will officially open November 16) - Learn more 

APRC has 4 core goals:

1. Provide a high quality, efficient service level.
2. Maintain and expand parks and recreational opportunities to meet the current and future needs of the community.
3. Provide a positive experience to park guests and recreation participants.
4. Provide opportunities for the community to participate in the decision making process concerning its parks and recreation system.