PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — State parks across Oregon are offering free guided hikes to ring in 2026 on New Year’s Day. The First Day Hikes 2026 events all take place on January 1 at 25 different parks ...
Oregon state parks will once again host guided New Year’s Day hikes on trails across the state, though parking will no longer necessarily be free. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has ...
Guided hikes to kick off the new year are returning with the annual "First Day Hikes" series at 25 Oregon state parks. Rangers and volunteers will lead hikes that range from a quarter-mile stroll to a ...