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Bates SP https://stateparks.oregon.gov/index.cfm?do=park.profile&parkId=109 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bates_State_Park Bates State Park is located in Grant County, Oregon, near Prairie City. The park includes hiking trails, primitive RV and tent campsites, and a day use area for hikers and bicyclists. Located in the Blue Mountains, the park is open from May to October.

® Bates State Park Explore the region by bike or boot Bates is an ideal base camp for the outdoor enthusiast. The campground sits between three nearby Wilderness Areas: Strawberry Mountain and Monument Rock to the south and North Fork John Day to the north. Hikers can climb to spectacular views atop Indian Rock and Vinegar Hill, which together make up the summit of the Greenhorn Range of the Blue Mountains. Or, view the landmarks from afar along the more than 3 miles of trails that wind through Bates State Park’s 131 acres. Bates campground is also convenient to the Old West Scenic Bikeway, a 174-mile loop that passes through open sky, rural towns and landmarks such as John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. The park is also on route for cross-country cyclists touring the TransAmerica Trail, which runs along Oregon Highway 7, just a few tire spins away from the park. Smoking in Oregon State Parks is allowed only in personal vehicles, RVs, campsites and portions of day use parks along state highways that are designated as safety rest areas by the Oregon Department of Transportation. Brid -o • Pets must be physically restrained at all times when not Meado wT rail Nort h Tr a i l Fork Tra il ar Creek Trail Cle D ixi eT r  Bates Maintenance Shop ® Campground All sites are 50 feet in length. All information or fees subject to change without notice. This brochure is available in alternative formats upon request. Call 1-800-551-6949. Oregon Relay for the hearing impaired: dial 711. Maintenance Road Bates Pond Trail     Bates Pond 8 a il  7 4  ok 9 2 Park Host  r lo 6  oop Tra il il South Fork Tra 25 der ail 1 Bo ul eek Tr 23 Dam Bould er L Pond Trail 27 5 ond tes P  Bates 26  3 11 Ba 10  r Cle ar C 13 21 28 12  y 26 To Hw 14  eway c Bik ceni 15  Picnic Shelter  Viewpoint  Hiking Trail e Ov 17 19 24 16     l Trai 18  Fo rk 20 22 Campground North  Hiker/Biker Camp  Non-flush Toilet  r a il st S We Campsite Day River Old Check-in after 4 p.m., Check-out by 1p.m. 12 Fo r k J o h n  confined in a vehicle or tent. Leashes must be no longer than six feet. All waste must be properly removed.  Pay Station  Potable Water  Parking  Firewood Middle reek ff T with the traffic flow. Riders younger than 16 must wear helmets. Accesible Facility e Cut • Campground quiet hours are between 10 p.m. and 7a.m. • Please do not park vehicles on grass. • Bicycles are permitted on park roads, but must be ridden ge C Midd le Fo rk Lan 63400-9835 (4/20) 

OREGON STATE PARKS GUIDE CAMPGROUNDS | DAY-USE AREAS | HERITAGE SITES 2022 CENTENNIAL EDITION South Falls, Silver Falls State Park WELCOME 02 Celebrating 100 Years 04 Save the Date 06 Overnight Facilities 07 Group Facilities 08 State Parks Map 10 North Coast 16 Central Coast 22 South Coast 28 Portland/Columbia River Gorge 36 Willamette Valley 42 Southern Oregon 48 Central Oregon 53 Eastern Oregon 59 Know Before You Go Cover photo: Bradley State Scenic Viewpoint, circa 1920s All you need for your next adventure is here. Portland/ Columbia River Gorge North Coast store.oregonstateparks.org Eastern Oregon Central Coast Shop for outdoor gear and apparel Buy annual day-use parking permits South Coast Willamette Valley Southern Oregon Central Oregon HOW TO USE THIS GUIDE Park Classifications SRA/SRS: State Recreation Area/Site Locations with access to a variety of recreational pursuits. SSV/C: State Scenic Viewpoint/Corridor Roadside spots and driving routes with a view. Don’t forget your camera. SHS/SHA: State Heritage Site/Area Sites with important historic, prehistoric and cultural resources that preserve Oregon’s history. SNA/SNS: State Natural Area/Site Valuable habitats that need your help to stay healthy. Expect more nature and fewer developed facilities. Symbols Beach access Bike path Boat ramp Day-use parking fee Cabin Deluxe Deluxe yurt Disc golf cabin course Dump station Fishing Group camp Hiker/Biker camping Hiking trail Horse trail Marina Paddling Pet-friendly Picnic Playground Reservable Restroom Restroom yurt or cabin facilities sites non-flush RV and Tent Scenic camping views Hot Interpretive showers information Swimming Waterfall Wind sports Wildlife Year-round viewing camping Yurt A blue circle indicates that some, but not all, facilities are accessible according to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards. It means you can expect an accessible parking space, a clear path of travel to the facility and adherence to established ADA guidelines at that facility. For specific information, call the Oregon State Parks Information Line at 1-800-551-6949 (Oregon Relay for the hearing impaired: dial 7-1-1). State Wayside A small parcel of roadside land with parking, picnic tables and restrooms. All parks have potable water and are open year-round for day use unless otherwise noted. represents year-round camping This symbol or lodging. Notes for RVers Each listing notes the maximum length of campsites if RV camping is allowed; both the RV and any towed vehicles must be able to fit into this space. Some parks have pull-through sites—these are also to noted in the listings. Look for this symbol find parks with RV dump stations. Please use these stations to empty full holding tanks rather than campsite connections, which can overflow. Please note: This guide provides information about the most developed and/or frequently visited state parks. It is available in other formats upon request. All information is subject to change without notice. Check website or call 800-551-6949 for most current information. stateparks.oregon.gov  1 CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF OREGON STATE PARKS A hundred years ago, state parks were barely an idea in Oregon, little more than patches of roadside greenery. A 5-acre donation in 1922 — setting aside a special place for everyone — became Oregon’s first official state park. From 1922 to 1989, Oregon’s state park system grew within the Oregon Department of Transportation and its predecessor agencies. Oregon Parks and Recreation officially became an independent agency in 1990 with much fanfare and public engagement. Today, the state park system comprises 254 park properties and more than 100,000 acres. In 2022, we invite you to join us in celebrating this milestone. It’s a year to reflect on the past 100 years and look to the future as we work to preserve this legacy for the next generation. Follow Oregon State Parks • Photos • Trivia • Events #oregonstateparks #oregonstateparks100 Give back to the parks you love. 100 projects for 100 years bit.ly/OregonStateParksVolunteer 2    stateparks.oregon.gov | RESERVATIONS: 800-452-5687 | INFORMATION: 800-551-6949 STRONGER Together OREGON STATE PARKS & OREGON LOTTERY DOLLARS It Started with One Woman’s Vision On the day after her 1845 wedding, Sarah Helmick left behind friends, family, and everything she had ever known. She and her husband loaded all they could in a covered wagon and set out across the plains for Oregon. They took up a land claim that included several scenic, shaded acres along the Luckiamute River, just south of Monmouth. There, they raised family, farmed, and, in Sarah’s case, lived to celebrate her 100th birthday. Sarah marked this milestone in the early 1920s with a momentous gift—not one she received, but one she gave. She donated several acres of the family’s original land claim to the State of Oregon for use as a park, a place we know today as the Sarah Helmic

Cabins How to Reserve Yurts, Cabins and Tepees Reserve early! You can make a reservation one day to nine months in advance by visiting oregonstateparks.org or by calling (800) 452-5687 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. You must be 18 or older to make a reservation, and an adult must be present during the stay. Pay for your reservation using a debit or credit card (Visa or MasterCard). Call (800) 452-5687 or visit oregonstateparks.org to find out current camping rates. All rates and policies are subject to change without notice. Homey, cozy and secure. Cabins offer a rustic but comfortable camping experience for any season. Our cabins have lights, electrical outlets, six-foot covered porches, and outdoor fire rings. We offer both single- and double-room rustic cabins as well as double-room deluxe cabins with extra creature comforts. Single-room cabins sleep three to five people; double-room cabins sleep five to six. (The duplex Totem Cabin at Emigrant Springs sleeps three people on each side.) The dimensions and floor plans of cabins vary; call (800) 551-6949 to get specifics for each park. Rustic Cabin Amenities Dining Table • Bunk bed and futon couch and/or double bed with vinyl mattresses Futon Couch/ Double Bed • Table and chairs • Bathroom with shower • Sink • TV with DVD player (not available at all parks) • Refrigerator Double Bed Yurts, Cabins and Tepees One-room rustic cabin, 13’ x 13’. LaPine rustic cabins have two double beds. Futon Couch/ Double Bed Futon Couch/ Double Bed Refrigerator Microwave Dining Table Covered Porch Dining Table Covered Porch Prineville Reservoir deluxe cabin, 20’ x 18’. Style below also available. Twin/Full Bunk Bed Two-room rustic cabin at L.L. “Stub” Stewart State Park, 16’ x 24’. Double Bed Futon Couch/ Double Bed Covered Porch oregonstateparks.org This brochure is available in alternative formats upon request. Twin/Double Bunk Bed Dining Table Two-room rustic cabin, 13’ x 15’. Cabins at Emigrant Springs State Heritage Area Single Upper Bunk Lower Double Bed Living Room Dining Table Call 1-800-551-6949. Oregon Relay for the hearing impaired: dial 711. 63400-8040 (2/18) Futon Couch/ Double Bed Covered Porch All information subject to change without notice. Printed on recycled paper. Twin/Full Bunk Bed BBQ BBQ Oregon Parks and Recreation Department 725 Summer St. NE, Suite C Salem, OR 97301 (800) 551-6949 Shower One-room rustic cabin at L.L. “Stub” Stewart State Park, 16’ x 16’. Dining Table Shower Refrigerator Microwave Deluxe cabin at The Cove Palisades (14’ x 18’); Cape Lookout (14’ x 21’)* and (16’ x 24’); LaPine (16’ x 24’); Fort Stevens (16’ x 24’); and Prineville Reservoir (16’ x 24’). Deluxe cabin at Cape Lookout State Park Comfort Camping • Indoor cooking permitted Twin/Full Bunk Bed Covered Porch Yurts and cabins extend the camping season so that you can experience crisp autumn mornings, gentle spring rains and winter snowfall. Offseason is the perfect time to enjoy fall colors, strap on your snowshoes or cross-country skis, or simply absorb the peaceful quiet. • Propane BBQ outside • Microwave • Table and chairs Twin/Full Bunk Bed Year-round Camping Deluxe Cabin Amenities Covered Porch • Bunk bed(s) and futon couch or double bed with vinyl mattresses Parking for one vehicle is included with each reservation. Extra vehicles can be accommodated at most parks for an additional charge per night—call ahead to check. Universal Access: Most campgrounds have ADA-accessible yurts and cabins. See the map inside for details. Twin/Double Bunk Bed * No door between living room and bedroom. Bed arrangement also differs. Yurts at Beverly Beach State Park I f you like the idea of camping but long for something more comfortable than a tent yet simpler than an RV, we have just the thing. Yurts, cabins and tepees are snug and secure, and they require no setup. Most important, they’ll keep you and your gear dry and warm no matter what the weather. What to Bring What to Know • Sleeping bags or bedding • Towels • Cooking and eating utensils • Check-in is at 4 p.m. Check-out is at 1 p.m. Quiet hours are 10 p.m. - 7 a.m. • Portable heating devices and open fires are not allowed inside yurts, cabins or tepees for safety reasons. Each site includes an outdoor fire ring. • Indoor cooking is only permitted inside deluxe yurts and deluxe cabins, and is limited to the provided microwaves. • No smoking is allowed. Fort Stevens 47 Enjoy the year-round comforts of a large domed tent with a locking door, lights, electrical outlets, heating, windows, skylight and wooden floors. Umpqua Lighthouse is the only state park with deluxe yurts—all others are rustic. Rustic yurts sleep five; deluxe yurts can accommodate up to seven. • Bunk bed and futon couches with vinyl mattresses • Table and chairs • Refrigerator • Covered deck • Microwave • Propane BBQ and fire ring • Bathroom with shower • Indoor cooking permitted Rustic