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08/22/2024

Several state parks in Oregon will close or partially close for construction work in September. Parks that will have partial or full closures include:

Milo McIver State Park:

Scheduled to close its campground from Sept. 16 - March 2025.
Campground, group camps and hiker/biker area will be closed.
Day areas will remain open.

08/08/2024

The Clackamas River is known for its wild beauty, but did you know it's also the perfect place for a group outing on the water? Surround yourself with friends and laughter

08/08/2024

Stay informed and sign up for Clackamas County Alert System.

08/01/2024

✨Estacada Shuttle✨ thanks to Clackamas Co.
This shuttle line connects Estacada to Clackamas County College over Redland road. The shuttle operates on weekdays only.

The Clackamas County transit shuttle service provides a vital connection to our rural communities and areas that are hard to get to by transit. These shuttles help relieve congestion on county roads and they will provide critical, last-mile connections between service provided by regional transit.Th...

07/19/2024

05/04/2024

Pick up 'smore' copies ~ on newstands now ⛺🐿️

Never camped before? No problem. Here’s your guide! On stands or in your mailbox soon. 📷:

05/02/2024

🌿Pick up your copy of 1859 Oregon's Magazine (May/June) to see and share our backyard highlights. Rediscover, and experience all that Estacada has to offer! 🥾🥏🍴🛶🎨🐿️

05/01/2024

On Saturday, May 11, the annual Estacada Farmers Market returns to the lot in front of the Estacada Fire Station from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., and it is bigger than ever! 🌿🥕💐👩‍🌾

04/30/2024

Clackamas River Trail ongoing progress thanks to dedicated crews with Trailkeepers of Oregon 🪵🪓🥾🌿
www.visitestacada.com

04/29/2024

A Deep-Rooted Tradition 🛶🦺🏕️ Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival 2024!

The annual 'Clack Fest' is on of the longest standing whitewater events, just upriver from Estacada. In addition to events like the drift boat slalom & cartaraft slalom, kayakers have their own category as part of the larger festival as does a stand-up paddleboard (SUP) race.

Boat demos & safety clinics bring the festivities on land. Plus, spectators are always welcome (carpooling recommended). A great way to celebrate fun on the river. Remember to stop in town on the way to & from the festival to dine around, refuel & shop local! 🍴🛍️🍻
https://upperclackamasfestival.org/

04/28/2024

Discover Track Trails at both Metzler and PGE Timber Park! 🌿🔎🎒🥾🐿️ Track your adventures, earn prizes! https://www.kidsinparks.com/

04/28/2024

Join Trailkeepers of Oregon on May 11th 🌿🐿🌼🌲⚒

04/25/2024

04/25/2024

World Traveler Shawn Graham Forges New Path and Career at Eagle Creek National Fish Hatchery. Estacada, Oregon.
Portland General Electric Mt. Hood National Forest- US Forest Service Clackamas River Basin Council Wild Salmon Center
https://www.fws.gov/story/2024-04/graham-adventure?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0AnZPR3uMBmYVvPZrB7Xjl7gwntZ-d8w8LVSJWMt7H8VZFXXrfzuSpcGk_aem_AWKhD5jP_P-cdQH4oksrjlRsx1rWu02nZv6P_O8KDqUTWRttOidw4gLzTZ7hQ-VVA2V4NU-23IAhH8FB9TWkA2g4

A Graham AdventureWorld Traveler Shawn Graham Forges New Path and Career at Eagle Creek National Fish HatcheryApr 22, 2024 Written By Shawn Graham Image DetailsGraham during a school tour at Eagle Creek National Fish HatcheryMy name is Shawn Graham, and while I’ve spent many years traveling and li...

04/24/2024

'Whitewater Sports Showcase Athleticism' --Via the AAA Magazine 🛶 On the Road.
Make Estacada your base camp pre/post daily. Watch the sportsmanship, athleticism and grace of whitewater events on May 17-19 at the Upper Clackamas Whitewater Festival.

04/22/2024

Proud of our collaboration and celebrating Earth Day, every day!
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Discover Kids in Parks 'Track Trails' at Metzler and PGE Timber Park today. More info here: https://www.kidsinparks.com/map?keys=Estacada,%20OR%2097023&bbox=-133.08872890625%20-66.59947109375%2026.25319517119105%2050.02127488983749

It was a beautiful day❤️ to celebrate 🌍with a grand opening of the TRACK Trail installation. Kids in Parks,

04/21/2024

Thank you to everyone who joined the kick off this weekend at PGE Timber Park! Excited to add to the growing program - from 2023 at Metzler Park & beyond!
Find your Track Trail & prizes to earn here: https://www.kidsinparks.com/map?keys=Estacada,%20OR%2097023&bbox=-133.08872890625%20-66.59947109375%2026.25319517119105%2050.02127488983749

A fun new way for kids and their families to explore nature is opening in Estacada’s Timber Park.

04/19/2024

At Clackamas River Growlers, there is more that meets the eye and your ears!✨🍻

You may find that Clackamas River Growlers in Eastacada, Oregon, may not be as noisy as other taprooms. That's because a lot of the clientele is deaf -- as is the owner.

04/15/2024

Reminder to save the date, load up, & head up river! Estacada is your base camp pre and post daily 🛶🛟♻️💦
Event info --> https://fb.me/e/4dNea8vGh

The 2024 Clack Fest is coming to Estacada Oregon May 17-19th

04/06/2024

Rediscover locally owned and operated businesses & organizations with Estacada Chamber of Commerce. Support, shop, share, and celebrate our booming creative community!
Frame Work Plus, Inc

Frame Work Plus Inc. hosted the Estacada Chamber of Commerce on March 19, and people got a look at its industrial park facility where skilled workers transform impressively huge timbers

04/02/2024

Seeking dedicated and experienced Camp Host 🌿⛺🥾 These natural hot springs are located among towering firs adjacent to a secluded tributary of the Clackamas River. The springs are accessible by a 1.4 mile trail, offering a unique, rustic experience. Hand-hewn tubs and cedar plumbing are typical of the primitive facilities.

Hiring camp Hosts at Bagby Hot Springs

Bagby Hot Springs and Campground are located in the Mt. Hood National Forest, 45 miles from the nearest town of Estacada, Oregon. If you have a self contained/off-grid equipped RV and have dreamed of hosting in an old growth forest with hiking, kayaking, fishing and exploring a stones throw away, we may be a good fit for you.

Bagby Campground has 18 campsites with fire rings and a vault toilet. Adjacent to the campground is the trailhead, parking lot, dumpster and a vault toilet. Bagby Hot Springs is accessed by hiking a 1.5 mile (one way trail), and has 6 soaking tubs and 2 vault toilets.

· Season for position is approximately May 1st to September 30th 2024
· Prefer a couple or team of 2, all types of RV's considered, no tents
· Compensation includes Host site, $1500-$1800/month per couple for approximately 25 hours per week, unlimited use of the hot springs, discounts at Ripplebrook Camp Store.
· Host site has no electricity or utilities. A vault toilet is available near the host site. Water, sewer dump, and Wifi are available at the Ripplebrook Camp Store, located 14 miles away. Generator fuel stipend provided
· Duties Include:
o Collecting/accounting of camping and day use fees,
o Registering guests,
o Tracking occupancy,
o Clean up of campsites, outhouses and grounds,
o Scrubbing soaking tubs,
o Minor repairs to hot springs facilities,
o Operating a tracked wheelbarrow to hot springs and back for supplies and trash removal,
o Sales of firewood/snacks/camping items,
o Assisting campers and day users with questions and info

Potential Hosts should have prior camp hosting experience, be physically capable of hiking the 1.5 mile (one way) hot springs trail 3x week, have an off grid equipped RV that you are experienced in using, be a self starter and able to excel with minimal supervision, friendly and helpful people personality, able to work with other camp hosts, excellent communication skills. Hosts should be aware that Bagby Campground and Hot Springs are in a transitional phase, operating with a new concessionnaire. In the past there has been car clouting, theft, vandalism, and un-ruly users. Last year with a part time host, we had a good season with very few incidents. Although this is a non-confrontational hosting role (we hope to reduce problem guests by providing an active, on-site presence), experience in a security position and/or excellent de-escalation skills would benefit all.

Email a photo of your off grid setup as well as your off grid work experience to:
[email protected]

03/29/2024

03/28/2024

Metzler Park continues to improve with volunteer efforts of Trail Keepers of Oregon. Check out the Track Trails program we kicked off last year with Kids in Parks and Oregon Parks Forever on your next adventure there too! 🌳🐿️

03/28/2024

Save the date 🛶🛟♻️💦

We are excited to be hosting the United States Rafting Association teams for the 2024 US National Championships at this years Clack Fest. We look forward to seeing all the competitors in May, see you soon!
on.com/events/2024-usra-nationals/
Visit Estacada Mt. Hood National Forest- US Forest Service Oregon's Mt Hood Territory Travel Oregon Time Travelers Brewing Oregon Rafting Team SOTAR WHITEWATER MFG River Station Gear Clackamas River Outfitters NRS

03/27/2024

🌲Shellrock, Raab, Kingfisher and Hideaway campgrounds will reopen at the end of May. Rainbow Campground should reopen sometime this summer.⛺


https://www.newsbreak.com/clackamas-or/3382675760776-four-campgrounds-to-reopen-on-clackamas-river-ranger-district?fbclid=IwAR1xds1NPsNscxGhwpbFKHTR28eJP7bpKRKx2C9lqwBoNozPZNvWkqKD4i0_aem_AWprM3TN7X1ftLSaUdLbi8w0OC0sccqKcunaY6K4oD5pEOWm6GzSbjrchsziWtS6cJhhNLNrSUDqAg5Ff0x1QQGT

The Mt. Hood National Forest folks have been busy getting ready to open more amenities in time for summer recreation. Many of these sites were damaged in the 2020 Riverside Fire. The Clackamas River Ranger District also promoted Phil Monsanto, a CRRD veteran, as its new leader. Shellrock, Raab, King...

03/23/2024

Rediscover Estacada and the recovery of upper Clackamas River Corridor. 🌿🌱🛶🥾🎒🐿️
www.visitestacada.com

03/15/2024

Results from the minor traffic inconvenience last year! Filmed in May 2023, streaming now on Paramount+. Adding to several feature films and streaming shows featuring our scenic community and wild and scenic backyard!

https://www.koin.com/entertainment-news/portland-filmed-movie-starring-succession-yellowstone-actors-heads-to-streaming/?fbclid=IwAR1SLuhpEIFEwHvgBr3tDXEzh0XPLLbRg1xJ4Sk1cxIRWdfZXKQ6JU0ST1Y

03/14/2024

Another motion picture with scenes in and around Estacada. Proud to be an ongoing part of the industry! 🎬🍿

03/13/2024

Northwest River Guides will manage rec sites along the Clackamas River as it follows Highway 224; they'll begin operations in 2025 as campgrounds continue to be repaired & reconstructed following the devastating Riverside Wildfire.

03/11/2024

✨Proud to share Portland Monthly publication featuring unique & scenic Estacada!🌲🛶🛍️🚲 This week, Visit Estacada & Estacada Chamber of Commerce has the distinct honor of attending the Oregon Governor's Conference on Tourism again with our partners, Oregon's Mt Hood Territory & Travel Oregon. Proud to represent Estacada 🤝 We're stronger together.
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