Visitors to Silver Falls State Park now have a new path for sightseeing – it’s only a half mile, but it’s pretty sweet, and it leads to an overlook of North Falls. And, there’s more parking and day use area too.
It’s all connected. Visitors can access the new North Rim Trail, which leads to the aforementioned overlook, from the new North Canyon Day-Use Area, which includes about a dozen picnic tables, 59 new parking spots, including three that are ADA accessible, and an ADA-accessible bathroom. It also links to the park’s nature play area
“The new North Canyon Day-Use area is a tremendous addition to the park because it offers another destination for our visitors to start their recreation at Silver Falls State Park. The new trail also provides access to the Canyon Trail and the Trail of Ten Falls, while also adding a new and unparalleled view of North Falls,” said Park Manager Chris Gilliand.
The new North Rim Trail was built with accessibility in mind, it’s six-feet wide with a compacted surface that is less than a 5% trail grade and less than 2% cross slope, making it more accessible than some of the park’s other trails.
The new day-use area and parking lot were made possible with GO Bond funding, approved by the Oregon State Legislature in 2021, as well as Oregon Lottery funds.
More Coming: The GO Bond work at Silver Falls State Park will eventually include the new North Gateway campground with restroom and shower facilities and the North Gateway Visitor Center as well as infrastructure improvements such as water, electrical, and sewer systems.
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