Marion County Parks
Marion County Park Notices
North Santiam Campsites are now reservable from April-October up to a year in advance. Sites are $25/night + a $7 reservation fee which includes parking for one vehicle. Reserve your site here.
Santiam Canyon Parks Status- Packsaddle (open)
- North Santiam (open) Reserve Your Campsite
- Salmon Falls (closed)
- Bear Creek (closed)
- North Fork (closed)
- Niagara (closed)
- Minto (open)
Parking fees will be in effect starting April 1, 2025. $5 per vehicle.
- Bear Creek
- North Fork
- Salmon Falls
- North Santiam
- Packsaddle
- Minto
- Niagara
- Spong's Landing
- Scotts Mills
Santiam Canyon Annual Parking Pass
Day Use: Where parking fees are required, we have cashless machines in place for purchasing a single day or annual parking pass. Parking passes should be displayed clearly on your dash or by hanging from your rear-view mirror.
April 1-October 31, parking is $5 per day at the following county parks:
- North Fork
- Bear Creek
- North Santiam
- Packsaddle
- Minto (near Gates, OR)
- Spong's Landing
- Scotts Mills
Camping: Parking for one car per day is included with any camping reservation.
There are no per person entrance fees at our parks. Marion County Parks are ALWAYS FREE to enter. Parking fees go toward keeping your parks clean and beautiful.
Annual Parking Passes
Annual Parking Passes cost $30 per 12-month period and are valid at all Marion County Parks that charge a parking fee, as well as along North Fork Road. Passes are not tied to a license plate and can be used in any vehicle.
At the Park/Card only: You can purchase your annual parking pass at the kiosk the same way you purchase daily parking. You will be issued a temporary pass at the kiosk. Your temporary pass is valid for 14 days until redeemed online or in person at Marion County Public Works, 5155 Silverton Road Salem, OR, 97305.
Before you Go/Card only: You can purchase an annual pass and print your temporary pass from home through the Camplife website. You will need to print your pass for use BEFORE you head out to the park. Your permanent pass will be mailed to you at the address you enter at time of purchase.
In Person/Cash only: Annual parking passes can also be purchased in person at Marion County Public Works--see address above. You will receive a permanent pass. Cash only.
Canyon Comeback Vision & Updates
On labor day weekend 2020, the Beachie Creek Fire swept through the Santiam Canyon leaving behind a devastated community, decimated habitat for fish and wildlife, and altered the landscape for years to come.
Marion County has been hard at work helping our community rebuild and looking for hope in tragedy. Marion County Environmental Services is working tirelessly on planning for a better future, learning about post-fire recovery, and restoring the natural environment.
As a part of this effort, we want to invite you to learn with us and be a part of the future of our parks. We are periodically scheduling volunteer events that will give you the opportunity to learn about restoration, plants, and habitat as well as leave your mark in Marion County parks. Visit our Canyon Comeback page to learn more!
Proposed Recovery Plan
The long-term goal for Marion County Parks is to redevelop in a way that anticipates how the public will recreate in the future, while also building climate and environmentally resilient parks that future generations can enjoy.
Parks has been presented with a once-in-a-generation opportunity to start fresh and forge a new vision for recreation in the Santiam Canyon. This vision will provide diverse recreational opportunities and create a sustainable parks program that benefits the region and visitors.
You can explore the current recovery plan now.
Santiam Canyon Parks Recovery Plan
Parks Use and Rules
- No reservations are accepted for any Marion County parks. They are always first-come-first-served.
- Parks are open from sunrise to sunset daily.
- No alcohol or smoking are allowed in Marion County parks per
Marion County Code.
Emergency Phones on North Fork Road Corridor
There are now emergency phones located on North Fork Road at Elkhorn Fire Department, 32788 N. Fork Road SE, Lyons, OR and Salmon Falls Park, 34500 N. Fork Road SE, Mehama, OR.
Marion County Parks Need Your Help!
Are you interested in helping guide the future of Marion County parks? We are looking for individuals to serve on the Marion County Parks Commission.
We also have other volunteer opportunities available. Check out our
volunteer page for more information.
