LOCAL PARKS

As one of Jackson County Park's most popular destinations, Emigrant Lake has it all. Located just minutes from downtown Ashland, Oregon, the park offers a host of activities for the entire family. Emigrant Lake is a local oasis nestled between the hills of Ashland and a great opportunity to get away from it all without having to go too far from home. Take Highway 66 east about 3.5 miles to Emigrant Lake Park turnoff (left-hand side) and see for yourself why this is one of the most popular lakes in town!

This park is located at 334 Holmes Avenue, on the corner of Stewart Ave, Holly St and Holmes St. The 31-acre community park features excellent pathways, four sand volleyball courts, two basketball courts, four lighted tennis courts, a play structure installed in 2006, a small gazebo, four full-size grass soccer fields, and a restroom. In an effort to continue providing open access to the public, the volleyball courts and tennis courts are not reservable for private parties and at times they may be in use for league or tournament play. So come and watch some great players!

Meandering along a rippling creek before opening up to a large grassy play area, this location features playgrounds and tennis courts. The park is enhanced by a large turf area bordered on one side by a peaceful walkway, while the opposite bank is laced with graceful willows shading a small creek.

This small park, located in the southeastern section of town, features a gazebo, and turf adjacent to the creek. If you are looking for a great spot for a quick picnic, this is it!

Grace Christian School has fields and basketball courts, perfect for a day of family fun.

This 20 acre park provides a welcome retreat to busy shoppers, families and anyone craving an open green area. Recently renovated, the park includes a large play structure, skate spot, spray pad, fenced futsal court, basketball court and fenced areas for off leash dogs.

One of Medford’s most popular neighborhood parks, Holmes park is located at 185 S. Modoc Ave. Tucked into a quiet residential area, the park features paved and unpaved pathways, a modern play structure, mature trees, basketball and tennis/pickle ball courts, and a large grassy multi-purpose lawn.

The Howard Prairie Resort is 155 beautiful acres, including 1.63 miles of lake frontage and breathtaking views of Mt. McLoughlin. The lake waters are teeming with both trout and bass and have some of the best fishing in Southern Oregon. Offering everything from tent sites to large RV sites, a rentable 2-bedroom Cabin, a store, restaurant, laundry facilities, and full-service boat marina, The Howard Prairie Resort is the ideal location for a unique outdoor excursion for the entire family, either for just a weekend or your summer vacation destination. Discover a true ambiance of natural camping in one of Howard Prairie Resort's campsites with spacious tree-covered spaces.

The Skate Park offers rails, stairs, double sets and grinding blocks for both beginning and expert skateboarders. With a restroom, drinking fountain and picnic bench nearby, this is the ideal place to spend the day.

This 8+ acre park features large amounts of turf area, spray water park (Seasonal), 2 basketball courts, 2 large playground structures, 1/3 mile paved walking path, restrooms, tables, BBQ's, small gazebo, and wetlands with Little Elk Creek running through the east side of the park.

Located on the east side of Medford, Lone Pine Park offers a nice place to bring the kids to enjoy the spray park or to walk the dog on the asphalt .25 mile loop. The park additionally offers scaping views, large fields for play and gazebos for gatherings!

A striking hand-carved sign surrounded by colorful flowers mark the entrance to this small shaded park. The gazebo and picnic bench provide a perfect setting for enjoying picnics or more active pursuits such as horseshoes. The sound of cascading water and the serene pond will draw you back time after time.