Are you ready to get out and play in the fresh air and sunshine? While some state parks across Oregon are still closed, a few have opened to the public. Dabney State Recreation Area is located in the Columbia River Gorge, and it’s open for day use. Pack a picnic, grab your hiking shoes and golf discs, and get ready for an afternoon of fun!
Welcome to Dabney State Recreation Area! This little-known gem is a great respite when you want to surround yourself with natural beauty.
Oregon State Parks/Dabney State Recreation Area
This park packs plenty of recreation into its 135 acres. Bring your hiking shoes, golf discs, kayak, fishing pole, and a picnic.
Oregon State Parks/Dabney State Recreation Area Leave your dogs at home - they’re not allowed in the park.
Take a stroll on the Dabney Trail. It winds its way through the park, providing a shady and scenic experience. The hard-surface trail is flat and suitable for most visitors.
Oregon State Parks/Dabney State Recreation Area
Dabney State Recreation Area is nestled on the banks of the Sandy River. Visitors enjoy playing on the small beach, splashing in the water, and fishing.
Oregon State Parks/Dabney State Recreation Area
The Sandy River is a great spot for kayaking and canoeing as well! On a hot summer day, the river is cool and refreshing.
Oregon State Parks/Dabney State Recreation Area
You won’t want to miss out on the disc golf course here.
Oregon State Parks/Dabney State Recreation Area
The course was built in 1998, and it’s considered one of the most challenging in the Pacific Northwest.
Oregon State Parks/Dabney State Recreation Area
When you’re ready for lunch, settle in at the picnic area. There are plenty of tables and grassy spaces to spread a picnic blanket.
Oregon State Parks/Dabney State Recreation Area Large groups can reserve the picnic shelter, which has electricity and a capacity of 50 people.
Dabney State Recreation Area is located in the Columbia River Gorge, near Troutdale. You’ll find it along the Historic Columbia River Highway.
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Oregon State Parks/Dabney State Recreation Area
Leave your dogs at home - they’re not allowed in the park.
Large groups can reserve the picnic shelter, which has electricity and a capacity of 50 people.
If you’re looking for more recreation in the Columbia River Gorge, check out this trail that follows portions of the Historic Columbia River Highway.
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Address: Historic Columbia River Hwy, Corbett, OR 97019, USA
