Linn County Parks & Recreation

06/04/2026

05/29/2026

Camping season is here! The Linn County Sheriff’s Office wants to remind you that a quick way to ruin a great trip, is by having something taken from your campsite, be it by a 2 or 4-legged creature.

Here are a few simple steps to keep your stuff from becoming forest Facebook Marketplace sales:

• Lock your vehicle – Valuables out of sight or take them with you. Leaving anything in plain view is basically putting out a “please take me, the door is open sign!”
• Ask for help – Heading out for the day? Nicely ask your camping neighbor (if they look trustworthy) to keep an eye on things while you are gone. Just know they’ll probably do it… while quietly judging your tent setup.
• Secure big items – Cable-lock your grill, bike, or kayak to a tree. Nothing ruins a camping trip faster than watching a determined tweaker (human or bear) try to drag your cooler into the woods.
• Store food properly –Your food needs to be protected from any wild animal that may think it’s buffet time at the Golden Corral.
• Dry gear during the day – Never leave expensive sleeping bags, jackets, or boots out overnight. Not only will an animal see that nice pair of sweatpants as a cozy cushion for its home, other campers may see it as an opportunity to sneak away with some of your favorite (or not so favorite) camping items.
• Leave valuables at home – Seriously, the only thing streaming in the woods should be the river. Leave the unnecessary electronics at home!

Enjoy Linn County’s beautiful camping spots!

05/19/2026

As Foster fills, Green Peter drops a few feet. Unfortunately this means that the Whitcomb Creek boat ramp will not be launchable starting Friday. Thistle Creek boat ramp is only a couple of miles away though and will be launchable for a while yet.

05/13/2026

Clear Lake Resort, nestled in the Willamette National Forest, invites applications for a seasonal cook position expected to last 3-6 months.

The resort offers furnished housing without charge, and the pay rate ranges from $18.50 to $21.00 per hour, based on qualifications.

For detailed information about the job and to submit an application, please go to Linn County's website at
linncountyor.gov/jobs.

05/12/2026

05/11/2026

The following Linn County operated campgrounds have reservable sites available for Memorial Day weekend-reserve online at linnparks.com:

Cascadia
Edgewater
John Neal
Sunnyside
Waterloo
Whitcomb (Yurts are available too)

United States Forest Service Sites - reserve online at Recreation.Gov:

Big Lake
Big Lake West
Cold Water Cove
Fernview Group Site
Lost Lake
Trail Bridge

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05/11/2026

Due to maintenance issues related to vandalism and the lack of water in the lake this weekend, Lewis Creek County Park on Foster Reservoir will not open until May 21. We apologize for the delay and can't wait to see you soon!

04/28/2026

The following Linn County managed USFS Parks will be open for camping this Friday, May 15: Detroit Ranger District's Fox Creek Group Camp, Sweet Home Ranger District's Fernview Group Camp, House Rock, Longbow, and Yukwah. McKenzie River District's Trail Bridge, is currently open on a first-come, first-served basis.

04/23/2026

Get ready for adventure! 🌲 We are absolutely thrilled to announce that several Linn County-managed USFS campgrounds in the Detroit Ranger District are opening this weekend! Pack your gear and kick off the season at these beautiful lakeside and riverside spots.

Cove Creek
Hoover
Humbug
Riverside
Santiam Flats
Southshore
Whispering Falls

Reservations can be made online via

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04/10/2026

Do you love being outdoors? Are you interested in caring for our amazing park spaces in Linn County, Oregon?

Apply today at https://www.linncountyor.gov/parksrec/page/jobs-volunteer

You can view current job postings by visiting https://www.linncountyor.gov/jobs.

Current positions include:
-Seasonal Ranger -
*Big Lake Campground
-Paid Camp Host -
*Hoover Campround
*Ice Cap Campground
*Whispering Falls Campground
-Caretaker -
*Big Lake Campground
*Whitcomb County Park
For any of the positions above, you must live onsite and have your own well maintained, self-contained RV.

-Temporary Clerical Assistant
*Parks Admin Office
-Booth Attendant
*Sunnyside County Park