Parks and Recreation
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.
ALL are welcome here - Please take a moment to read.
June 19, or Juneteenth, is now a Federal Holiday, Juneteenth National Independence Day. All APRC and City offices will be closed, and most staff will be off work on Friday, June 18, to observe this new holiday. The Oak Knoll Golf Course and the Daniel Meyer Memorial Pool will remain open. Learn more
On June 21, APRC staff will be off for a mandated furlough day. All APRC facilities will be closed for business, including the Oak Knoll Golf Course and the Daniel Meyer Memorial Pool.
As of June 18, Jackson County will be in the Moderate Risk category for COVID-19 spread. Our parks and sports courts are open. All indoor facilities are closed at this time. Please adhere to public health guidelines for face coverings, distancing and limiting group sizes. Learn more about COVID-19 and how it is affecting Parks & Recreation, and view guidelines and resources.
NOTICE: Campfire rings/fire pits and charcoal BBQs should not be used in parks at this time. Gas stoves and gas BBQs are allowed.
Registration for recreation programs in the 2021 Summer PlayGuide is OPEN! This guide covers May through August. Due to the pandemic, all programs will take place virtually or outdoors. The Summer PlayGuide is only available online.
Are you interested in teaching a recreation program through APRC? Submit a Instructor-Class Proposal form today! ashland.or.us/Instructors.
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!)
APRC manages 18 parks within the City limits, over 780 acres of parkland and co-manages 53 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
- Learn about all APRC Improvement Projects
- Apply TODAY... Open application process for the Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC - Open until filled)
- Commission & Committee Public Meetings
What to Do...
- The Rogue Valley Bike Swap will function as a Bike Donation Drive on June 18 & 19 to benefit Almeda Fire Victims, veterans and low income individuals - Learn more
- View the events lineup for Summer 2021
- Hunter Park Tennis Programs/Events Summer 2021 - ashland.or.us/Hunter
- The Garfield Park Splash Pad is OPEN for the season - More info at ashland.or.us/Garfield (closed June 21 for a mandated APRC Furlough Day)
- The Daniel Meyer Memorial Pool is OPEN - ashland.or.us/Swim (Please visit the website to check the daily schedule BEFORE coming out)
- Learn about the Virtual 4th of July Run - ashland.or.us/JulyRun
- Volunteer at socially distanced work parties at North Mountain Park!
- Check out summer opportunities for kids (including Rock Climbing at SOU!)
- 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
Photo Tour
Rent a Facility
Community Resources
Ashland Senior Center
Lithia Park
N MT Park Nature Center
Oak Knoll Golf Course
Community Gardens
News
Events Calendar
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6/18/2021 - Bike Donation Drive... read more
6/18/2021 - Juneteenth National Independence Day - Federal Holiday... read more
6/19/2021 - Bike Donation Drive... read more
6/23/2021 - Socially Distanced Work Parties at North Mountain Park... read more
7/4/2021 - 2021 4th of July Virtual Run... read more
7/21/2021 - Ice Cream Social Drive Through for Seniors & their Families... read more
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Public Meeting Calendar
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6/21/2021 - APRC Furlough Day... read more
6/30/2021 - Bee City USA Ashland... read more
7/7/2021 - APRC Study Session - Tentative (Electronic)... read more
7/12/2021 - Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC)... read more
7/14/2021 - APRC Regular Business Meeting (Electronic)... read more
7/22/2021 - Current Parks, Conservation, and Maintenance... read more
9/13/2021 - Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC)... read more
11/8/2021 - Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC)... read more
3/8/2121 - Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC)... read more
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Links
Frequently Asked Questions
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!
Currently, APRC oversees four community gardens - Learn more.
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.
- 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
- Ashland Community Bike Swap
- Rogue Valley Bird Day
- Ashland World Music Festival
- 4th July Run
- Bear Creek Salmon Festival
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.
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