LOCAL PARKS

Rogue Elk Park covers a total of 33 beautiful acres including three-quarters of a mile of access to the upper Rogue River. This special park provides numerous activities such as camping, fishing, rafting, swimming and an excellent opportunity to escape for a day trip, picnic or family event. Rogue Elk is the county's most popular camping spot along the upper Rogue River with prime riverfront campsites, RV sites with water/electric hookups, restroom/showers, picnic tables, barbecues and a playground.

Open 8:30am-3:30pm Guided tours and additional information available upon request. Park History and Plans: Mr. Skyrman, who died in September 2010, donated the property to the City of Central Point with the stipulation that it be used as an arboretum to provide for educational programs for youth from around the region and for public enjoyment. The site is unique in that Mr. Skyrman’s father planted a variety of shrubs and every tree species native to Oregon, including the largest gray pine tree in the state. The property also includes two structures, a log cabin the family built to celebrate the bicentennial in 1976 and the Skyrman home. These buildings will be used to house classroom space for various educational programs.

Takelma Park, located on 40 acres, including .38 miles of river frontage, is a popular spot among anglers during fishing season and rafters floating the river. The beautiful Rogue River flows along this county park, which features a boat ramp, CXT vault toilet, and a paved parking area with night lights. Located just north of Dodge Bridge Park, Takelma Park offers a convenient local getaway destination. Takelma Park is a perfect location for fishing, boating, rafting, or just relaxing the day away in a peaceful riverfront setting, away from the city.

The City of Central Point and School District 6 have partnered to provide this community sports park, known as Civic Field. Located in the northwestern part of the City, Civic Field includes over 7 acres of multi-use fields, sand volleyball courts, basketball courts and walking paths.

Originally named "Shady Cove Park" after the City of Shady Cove, this irresistible stop along the Rogue River offers a boat ramp, picnic tables, barbecues, restrooms, and a fishing platform for the disabled. With a total of 7.86 shady acres and 0.17 miles of river frontage, Upper Rogue Regional Park can take the edge off a hot summer day. Whether using the shaded day use area for a picnic or watching the rafters drift by from the waterfront, just relax and take in one of the more popular county parks.

This 2.1 acre park features a covered gazebo, 2 playground structures, tennis and basketball courts.

Willow Lake, a wooded escape set at the base of Mt. McLoughlin, offers an accessible retreat from the hustle and bustle work week. Just 7.5 miles east of the City of Butte Falls, Willow Lake is a short drive and an excellent opportunity to enjoy a peaceful day at the lake and take in the picturesque views. With an expansive 927 acres, including 4.4 miles of lake frontage, recreational activities include hiking, swimming, fishing for trout, bass or crappie, camping and boating. Willow Lake can accommodate anyone from the most avid outdoor enthusiast to someone just wanting to escape for a while.