Category: Parks

MERA motorized trail system has been reopened to regulated motorized use under advisement from the State of Oregon Department of Forestry. Possession of the following fire fighting equipment is required while traveling, except on state highways, county roads and driveways: one shovel and one gallon of water or one 2 ½ pound or larger fire…

March 5, 2015 Greetings MERA patrons, I hope you have been enjoying the early spring this year. As you may know there has been significant trail development over the past two seasons. About 17 miles of new trails have been developed. These new trails are especially sensitive during moist conditions and will take a season…

The public safety concerns regarding buffalo roaming on Mt. Emily have been contained and the buffalo have been removed from the site. Mt. Emily Recreation Area has been re-opened, with standard seasonal restrictions to motorized access from Igo Lane for winter range. For questions, contact: Sean Chambers Parks Coordinator (541) 963-1319