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Parks and Recreation

Parks Division Recreation Division Senior Services Division

1195 E Main St
Ashland, Oregon 97520
Phone: 541.488.5340
Contact: Ashland Parks & Recreation Commission (APRC)
Email:
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

A special message from your friends at Ashland Parks and Recreation Commission...
ALL are welcome here - Please take a moment to read.

COVID-19 UPDATE on Dec 2: Jackson County has been placed in an extreme risk level for COVID-19 spread. Our parks are still open, including tennis and pickleball courts, but the Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink will not open for the 2020-2021 season. Please adhere to public health guidelines for face coverings, distancing and limiting group sizes.

The 2021 WinterSpring PlayGuide is available online. This guide is unlike any other guide as it is missing one important aspect of what we do and love, recreation programming. Learn more

Looking for Ways to Stay Connected and Recreate in New Ways? Find your space with us! Check out our collection of digital resources (virtual recreation!)

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PUBLIC HEALTH ADVISORY

OUTDOOR RECREATION GUIDELINES ARE IN PLACE:

Facial coverings are required outdoors if unable to maintain physical distancing of six (6) feet or more
Facial coverings are required in all public indoor spaces at all times
Keep six (6) feet apart
Groups of people are limited to 10 or less (avoid congregating... crowds lead to closures)
See the full list of guidelines

WHAT'S OPEN in Phase Two... (Before heading out read the Outdoor Recreation Guidelines. Pay close attention to the signage in parks for the latest information on public health guidelines.)
All Parks
Brick and mortar restrooms
Playgrounds
Picnic Tables
Picnic Shelters/Structures
Trails (Some trails are signed as one-way only, ashland.or.us/ParksMaps)
Tennis/Pickleball Courts (Adhere to the limits on number of players)
Volleyball Courts (restricted to one-on-one or doubles only)
Oak Knoll Golf Course
Sports Fields are open by reservation ONLY
For info on Jackson Co. Parks, such as Emigrant Lake, go to JacksonCountyOr.org

WHAT'S CLOSED in Phase Two...
Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink will not open at this time
Oak Knoll Golf Course Club House is closed, but the course is open
Basketball Courts (contact sports)
Sandboxes
All Facilities and Offices (reservations of Indoor or Outdoor Facilities, including picnic areas, are not Allowed)
APRC Sponsored Events Postponed or Canceled (see full list of events)
Special Events on Parks Property are not Allowed

COVID-19 Guidelines & Resources
Guidelines for Outdoor Recreation
View Hygiene Stations in Ashland
View current Senior Resources related to COVID-19
Neighbors Helping Neighbors (Tips from Jackson Co. Health & Human Services)
Options for Helping Residents of Ashland 
Adopt-A-Neighbor Ashland

View the COVID-19 News Chronology

APRC manages 18 parks within the City limits, over 800 acres of parkland and 48 miles of trails. Learn more about the APRC Parks Division. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, @AshlandParksandRec, and use the hashtags #AshlandParksandRec #APRC #AshlandWhatToDo.

View information on the renovation of the Daniel Meyer Memorial Pool
Apply TODAY... Open application process for the Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC - Open until filled)
Commission & Committee Public Meetings

What to Do...

Read our monthly Park Views Column
Learn about our Dog Friendly Parks and Walks
View documents for the Parks, Trails and Open Space Program and Master Plans
Learn more about the proposed Bear Creek Greenway extension
Opportunities to donate through the Ashland Parks Foundation

Frequently Viewed Links...
Community Gardens
Community Resources
Dog Friendly Parks and Areas
Golf | IPM (Integrated Pest Management Policy)
Lithia Park

Check out our FUN & INFORMATIVE Videos
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Photo Tour

Rent a Facility

Community Resources

Ashland Senior Center

Lithia Park

N MT Park Nature Center

Oak Knoll Golf Course

Community Gardens

Events Calendar

1/22/2021 - Project FeederWatch (Outdoor class)... read more

2/10/2021 - Ashland Radio Hour: Online or Phone-in Performance... read more

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Public Meeting Calendar

1/27/2021 - Bee City USA... read more

2/3/2021 - APRC Study Session (Electronic)... read more

2/10/2021 - APRC Regular Business Meeting (Electronic)... read more

2/16/2021 - APRC Furlough Day... read more

3/3/2021 - APRC Study Session - Tentative (Electronic)... read more

3/8/2021 - Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC)... read more

5/3/2021 - Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC)... read more

7/12/2021 - Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC)... read more

9/13/2021 - Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC)... read more

11/8/2021 - Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC)... read more

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where can learn more about the seasonal, outdoor ice rink in Lithia Park?

The Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink is located at 95 Winburn Way in Lithia Park at the corner of Winburn Way and Nutley St. The rink is open November through February each year. Learn more at ashland.or.us/IceRink

2. Where can I view park rules and learn about the purpose of parks and the authority of the Parks Commission?

Learn more by viewing the City of Ashland Municipal Code -ashland.municipal.codes/AMC/10.68.010

3. How do I register for an APRC program?

APRC produces three (3) Community PlayGuides each year, each with recreation programming that offers something for everyone! More info at ashland.or.us/Register.

4. Where is the APRC office?

The Rec Division offices are located in The Grove at 1195 E Main St in Ashland. The Grove is the place where you can register for a program, get a map or gift certificate, apply for a scholarship, reserve an APRC facility or just stop by to say hello!

5. How much does it cost to rent a facility?

APRC facilities and specified park locations can be rented for private events such as weddings, receptions, meetings, picnics and family gatherings. Learn more.

6. What are the hours/days of operation for APRC?

The APRC Rec Division offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (excluding holidays) and located in The Grove at 1195 E Main St in Ashland.

7. Where can I learn more about Ashland's Community Gardens?

Currently, APRC oversees four community gardens - Learn more.

8. Where is the Ashland Senior Center?

The Ashland Senior Center is under the APRC Senior Services Division and is located at 1699 Homes Ave in Ashland. Visit AshlandSeniorServices.org to learn about all the services and activities for seniors and their families.

9. Where can I camp in/or near Ashland?

Jackson Well Springs
Ashland's Creekside Campground
Emigrant Lake Recreation Area (Jackson County Parks)
American RV Resorts, 405 West Valley View Rd, Talent, OR, 541.535.6632

10. Where is the North Mountain Park Nature Center?

The North Mountain Park Nature Center is a Division of Ashland Parks & Recreation - Complete info at NorthMountainPark.org.

11. What is the water quality in Ashland Creek?

Know before you splash... we monitor water quality each May through October. Learn more.

12. What annual events does APRC host?

In addition to programming for all ages and abilities, APRC hosts/promotes the following annual events:

And, look for our seasonal opening celebrations of the Daniel Meyer Memorial Meyer Pool... Island Night: A Aloha State of Mind (July), and the Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink... First Frost.

13. Where can I go hiking, biking or running in or near Ashland?

APRC manages 48 miles of trails in and around Ashland. View maps at ashland.or.us/ParksMaps.

14. Where can I golf in Ashland?

The Oak Knoll Golf Course is a Division of APRC - Complete info at OakKnollGolf.org.

15. I'd like to help clean up my local park! How do I get involved?

Become a VIP member with APRC! VIP... Volunteer in Parks! It's the Natural Thing to Do!" Learn more

16. Where can I take my dog?

APRC oversees 18 parks, two of which are dog friendly (Lithia Park and North Mountain Park are not dog friendly). APRC currently has one dog park that is a two-acre fenced-in area where dogs can run off leash and socialize with other dogs - Learn more.