Web Resources
Connect with Water
McKenzie River
McKenzie River Trail
Bike or hike through the 26 mile McKenzie River Trail and pass by the clear topaz Tamolitch Blue Pool.
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.
Disabled fishing
Disabled angler access map
This website has information about all the sites in Oregon with fishing access for folks in the community with limited mobility.
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.
Trails, Parks, and Campgrounds
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.
Access Trails
Access Recreation – AccessTrails in Portland Metro Area
AccessTrails provides videos, maps, and descriptions of over 36 parks and trails within the Portland Metro Area
Oregon Hiking
Oregon Hikers map
If you are looking for new areas to hike along a river or to a lake in Oregon, this website has information about all the hiking trails in Oregon orgnized difficulty, conditions and more.
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.
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.
Endangered species
USFWS Endangered Species search
Many salmon populations are "threatened" species on the Endangered Species List. Learn about all the bird, plant, amphibian and fish species and how you can help.
Climate change
Tribal Climate Tool
This science-based tool, intended for use by tribes in the Pacific Northwest, about how climate change affects watersheds and more. Search by tribe and geography.
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!
Geography
Indigenous communities map
Map of indigenous communities
Explore this interactive map of indigenous communities, and learn about the history with links to tribal and nation websites.
Historic geography
Columbia River Ice Age floods
The Columbia River is the 4th largest river in the United States. Follow the pat of ice age floods that formed the river we see today.
Current geography
River Runner water drop tool
If a raindrop fell on your house, do you know where it will end up? Put a raindrop anywhere on a map in the United States and watch where it ends up!
Watershed council map
Map Oregon watershed councils
A watershed council is a type of community organization in Oregon that helps restore our rivers and improve salmon habitat. Use this interactive map to connect with your local watershed council.
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.
What’s Your Lawn Style
What’s Your Lawn Style
Whether you dread lawn care or you are a lawn enthusiast, we’ve got free tips for a safe and healthy lawn from turf experts.
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