Web Resources
Connect with Water
Oregon Master Gardeners tool
Solve Pest and Weed Problems
Not sure what type of weed or pest is creating problems to your garden? Solve Pests will help you identify the issue and give you effective recommendations
Pacific lamprey
Lamprey
The Pacific lamprey is a fish species central to the culture and livelihood of Indigenous people. Read about its history and its regional impact.
First Foods
Wapato
Learn about the aquatic plant known as Wapato, arrowroot, or duck potato is a first foods crop for many indigenous peoples across Washington and Oregon.
Harmful Algal Blooms
Harmful Algal Blooms
Be on the lookout for Harmful algal blooms which poses a significant environmental threat, releasing toxins that can harm aquatic life and impact human health when they contaminate water sources. When in doubt, stay out!
Same-day campsite reservastions
Oregon camping
Are you trying to plan out a last minute vacation in Oregon? Oregon State Parks now allows you to reserve a campsite on the same day.
McKenzie River
McKenzie River Trail
Bike or hike through the 26 mile McKenzie River Trail and pass by the clear topaz Tamolitch Blue Pool.
Trails, Parks, and Campgrounds
Oregon Master Gardeners tool
Solve Pest and Weed Problems
Not sure what type of weed or pest is creating problems to your garden? Solve Pests will help you identify the issue and give you effective recommendations
Pacific lamprey
Lamprey
The Pacific lamprey is a fish species central to the culture and livelihood of Indigenous people. Read about its history and its regional impact.
First Foods
Wapato
Learn about the aquatic plant known as Wapato, arrowroot, or duck potato is a first foods crop for many indigenous peoples across Washington and Oregon.
Harmful Algal Blooms
Harmful Algal Blooms
Be on the lookout for Harmful algal blooms which poses a significant environmental threat, releasing toxins that can harm aquatic life and impact human health when they contaminate water sources. When in doubt, stay out!
Same-day campsite reservastions
Oregon camping
Are you trying to plan out a last minute vacation in Oregon? Oregon State Parks now allows you to reserve a campsite on the same day.
McKenzie River
McKenzie River Trail
Bike or hike through the 26 mile McKenzie River Trail and pass by the clear topaz Tamolitch Blue Pool.
Health of Water
Toxics in rivers
EPA How’s my waterway tool
If you are interested in the science of water quality, this interactive map has detailed information about the condition of your local waterway. Contact us, and we can help you interpret the results.
Recreation site status
Oregon Wildfire Response and Recovery
Some recreation areas, like campgrounds and parks have been closed due to the recent wildfires. Check the wildfire recovery status of Oregon's state and federal recreation areas with this interactive map.
Swim beach status
The Swim Guide – Beachfinder interactive map
Summer is coming soon and we'll be swimming in rivers again. This interactive map is a one-stop guide for Oregon and SW Washington beach and water quality information.
Boat launch status
Oregon boat ramp status map
Some boat launches in Oregon have been closed due to the recent wildlifes. This interactive map shows you which boat launches are open or closed.
Aquatic invasive plants and clams
Aquatic invasive plants and clams
All boaters and paddlers can help protect local waterways from invasive clams and weeds! This website shows you how to check your boat before you launch in a new river of lake.
Washingtion hiking
Washington Trails Association map
If you are looking for new areas to hike along a river or to a lake in Washington, this website has information about the 3,000 hiking trails in Washington.
Geography
Clackamas River Trail
Clackamas River Trail
From Milo McIver to Clackamette Park, this water trail website will help you explore 22 miles of the Lower Clackamas River.
Family hiking
Hike It Baby – Trails near you
If you are looking to hike with young children, this interactive map has recommendations for trails suitable for your family.
Recreation site status
Oregon Wildfire Response and Recovery
Some recreation areas, like campgrounds and parks have been closed due to the recent wildfires. Check the wildfire recovery status of Oregon's state and federal recreation areas with this interactive map.
Willamette Water Trail
Willamette Water Trail
See the Willamette in a whole new way by exploring this 187 mile water trail that runs from Springfield to the Columbia!
Swim beach status
The Swim Guide – Beachfinder interactive map
Summer is coming soon and we'll be swimming in rivers again. This interactive map is a one-stop guide for Oregon and SW Washington beach and water quality information.
Lower Columbia
Lower Columbia
For millennia, humans have paddled the lower Columbia, and you can too – this site helps paddlers explore the mighty Columbia from Bonneville to Astoria.
Plants and Wildlife
Oregon Master Gardeners tool
Solve Pest and Weed Problems
Not sure what type of weed or pest is creating problems to your garden? Solve Pests will help you identify the issue and give you effective recommendations
Pacific lamprey
Lamprey
The Pacific lamprey is a fish species central to the culture and livelihood of Indigenous people. Read about its history and its regional impact.
First Foods
Wapato
Learn about the aquatic plant known as Wapato, arrowroot, or duck potato is a first foods crop for many indigenous peoples across Washington and Oregon.
Harmful Algal Blooms
Harmful Algal Blooms
Be on the lookout for Harmful algal blooms which poses a significant environmental threat, releasing toxins that can harm aquatic life and impact human health when they contaminate water sources. When in doubt, stay out!
Same-day campsite reservastions
Oregon camping
Are you trying to plan out a last minute vacation in Oregon? Oregon State Parks now allows you to reserve a campsite on the same day.
McKenzie River
McKenzie River Trail
Bike or hike through the 26 mile McKenzie River Trail and pass by the clear topaz Tamolitch Blue Pool.