Oxbow Regional Park, Regional park along Sandy River in Oregon, United States
Oxbow Regional Park is a natural area along the Sandy River in Oregon with extensive forests, river banks, and hiking trails. The landscape is shaped by the freely flowing river, which winds through a mix of old trees and open riverbank areas.
Oxbow Regional Park is a 1,000-acre natural area ten miles southeast of Troutdale, along the Sandy River in Multnomah County, Oregon. It is owned and operated by Metro, the regional government. The park's ancient forest holds centuries-old trees and ridges and ravines carved by volcanic and glacial flows.
The park hosts a yearly Salmon Festival, a two-day event drawing up to 10,000 visitors to watch Chinook salmon spawn. At the Wy-Kan-Ush-Pum village, hosted by the Nez Perce, Umatilla, Yakama and Warm Springs tribes, visitors encounter traditional activities and cultural exhibits.
The park has camping spots with fire pits and picnic areas that give visitors places to stay overnight. Some areas are designed to be accessible for people with mobility needs, making it easier to reach different parts of the park.
The annual Salmon Festival, held for two days and drawing up to 10,000 visitors, includes a fish maze and a recreated Wy-Kan-Ush-Pum village where the Nez Perce, Umatilla, Yakama and Warm Springs tribes demonstrate traditional fishing culture. The park's 67-site campground operates year-round.
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