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Parks and Recreation

Parks Division Recreation Division Senior Services Division

1195 E Main St
Ashland, Oregon 97520
Phone: 541.488.5340
Contact: Ashland Parks & Recreation Commission (APRC)
Email:
Hours: M,W,F, 9:00a.m - 1:00p.m

The APRC Summer 2024 PlayGuide is now available! Visit our REGISTRATION PAGE to sign up for classes including Spring programs occurring in April.

Click the guide image to view the Summer 2024 PlayGuide

View the Winter-Spring 2024 Guide for events and programs happening in April.

Important Updates...

The Ashland Japanese Garden is closing on April 2, 2024 for two-weeks for essential koi pond maintenance
Ashland Pond Tentative Construction Schedule and Access Disruptions
Board of Commissioners & Subcommittee Public Meetings - Learn how to participate
View documents for the Parks, Trails and Open Space Program and Master Plans
Opportunities to donate through the Ashland Parks Foundation

Rent a Facility

Parks Commission

Ashland Senior Center

Lithia Park

N MT Park Nature Center

Oak Knoll Golf Course

Community Gardens

Dog Friendly Parks

Events Calendar

4/16/2024 - Cribbage for Older Adults... read more

4/16/2024 - Tai Chi 1 for Older Adults... read more

4/16/2024 - Discussion Group for Older Adults... read more

4/16/2024 - Free Weekly Movie for Older Adults... read more

4/17/2024 - JCLS Tech Basics for Older Adults: iPhone and iPad Basics... read more

4/17/2024 - Gentle Yoga for Older Adults... read more

4/17/2024 - Gentle Yoga for Older Adults... read more

4/18/2024 - Line Dancing 2 for Older Adults... read more

4/18/2024 - Tai Chi 2 for Older Adults... read more

4/18/2024 - Personalized Strength & Balance Training for Older Adults (Virtual)... read more

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Public Meeting Calendar

4/19/2024 - APRC Executive Session... read more

5/1/2024 - APRC Special Business Meeting (In Person)... read more

5/8/2024 - Canceled: APRC Regular Business Meeting... read more

5/13/2024 - Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC) - Virtual Meeting... read more

6/5/2024 - APRC Study Session Electronic Meeting... read more

6/12/2024 - APRC Regular Business Meeting (In Person)... read more

9/9/2024 - Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC) - Virtual Meeting... read more

11/18/2024 - Ashland Senior Advisory Committee (ASAC) - In-person Meeting... read more

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Where can learn more about the seasonal, outdoor ice rink in Lithia Park?

The Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink is located at 95 Winburn Way in Lithia Park at the corner of Winburn Way and Nutley St. The rink is open November through February each year. Learn more at ashland.or.us/IceRink

2. Where can I view park rules and learn about the purpose of parks and the authority of the Parks Commission?

Learn more by viewing the City of Ashland Municipal Code -ashland.municipal.codes/AMC/10.68.010

3. How do I register for an APRC program?

APRC produces three (3) Community PlayGuides each year, each with recreation programming that offers something for everyone! More info at ashland.or.us/Register.

4. Where is the APRC office?

The Rec Division offices are located in The Grove at 1195 E Main St in Ashland. The Grove is the place where you can register for a program, get a map or gift certificate, apply for a scholarship, reserve an APRC facility or just stop by to say hello!

5. How much does it cost to rent a facility?

APRC facilities and specified park locations can be rented for private events such as weddings, receptions, meetings, picnics and family gatherings. Learn more.

6. What are the hours/days of operation for APRC?

The APRC Rec Division offices are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (excluding holidays) and located in The Grove at 1195 E Main St in Ashland.

7. Where can I learn more about Ashland's Community Gardens?

Currently, APRC oversees four community gardens - Learn more.

8. Where is the Ashland Senior Center?

The Ashland Senior Center is under the APRC Senior Services Division and is located at 1699 Homes Ave in Ashland. Visit AshlandSeniorServices.org to learn about all the services and activities for seniors and their families.

9. Where can I camp in/or near Ashland?

Jackson Well Springs
Ashland's Creekside Campground
Emigrant Lake Recreation Area (Jackson County Parks)
American RV Resorts, 405 West Valley View Rd, Talent, OR, 541.535.6632

10. Where is the North Mountain Park Nature Center?

The North Mountain Park Nature Center is a Division of Ashland Parks & Recreation - Complete info at NorthMountainPark.org.

11. What is the water quality in Ashland Creek?

Know before you splash... we monitor water quality each May through October. Learn more.

12. What annual events does APRC host?

In addition to programming for all ages and abilities, APRC hosts/promotes the following annual events:

And, look for our seasonal opening celebrations of the Daniel Meyer Memorial Meyer Pool... Island Night: A Aloha State of Mind (July), and the Ashland Rotary Centennial Ice Rink... First Frost.

13. Where can I go hiking, biking or running in or near Ashland?

APRC manages 48 miles of trails in and around Ashland. View maps at ashland.or.us/ParksMaps.

14. Where can I golf in Ashland?

The Oak Knoll Golf Course is a Division of APRC - Complete info at OakKnollGolf.org.

15. I'd like to help clean up my local park! How do I get involved?

Become a VIP member with APRC! VIP... Volunteer in Parks! It's the Natural Thing to Do!" Learn more

16. Where can I take my dog?

APRC oversees 18 parks. All are dog friendly, with the exception of Lithia Park and North Mountain Park. APRC currently has one dog park that is a two-acre fenced-in area where dogs can run off leash and socialize with other dogs - Learn more.