COLLIER MEMORIAL STATE PARK
Collier Memorial State Park features a campground; outdoor museum of historic logging equipment; relocated pioneer village; and a new four-corral, primitive horse camp and trailhead. At the state's finest logging museum, you'll see rare and antique logging equipment dating to the 1880s, as well as more recent pieces (download the museum guide; requires Acrobat).
Railroad buffs will enjoy learning about the role the railroad played in logging. You can imagine the rugged woodsmen and the immense task of moving raw timber with innovation and brute force. The pioneer village gives you another insight into how these families once lived.
The Williamson River and crystal-clear Spring Creek converge in the park. The Williamson River is regionally famous for its quality trout fishery and consistently produces trophy fish. Spring Creek gushes dramatically out of a nearby spring, and then paints a picture-perfect scene as it flows through the park.
In the summer, movies about old-time logging and other topics are shown at 9 p.m. every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. The series continues right through Labor Day. During the day, the park naturalist schedules short hikes along the Williamson River. Check the park when you arrive for a list of times.
From the equestrian trailhead, you can ride north from the park across national forest land to the Jackson F. Kimball State Recreation Site and beyond.
Whether you come for the day to visit the logging museum, the pioneer village, or play along Spring Creek ? or even camp amongst the pines along the Williamson River - you'll discover a grand adventure at Collier.
Located in southern Oregon, this 146-acre parkland was established as a state park in the year 1945. The land for the site was donated by Alfred and Andrew Collier who were brothers with an interest in preserving natural beauty and history.
The area is known for its rich logging heritage which dates back to early settlers' times when timber harvesting played a significant role economically. To honor this legacy, one of America's finest outdoor museums dedicated to forestry - 'Collier Logging Museum', came into existence within the premises of the park around late-1940s or early-1950s.
In addition to showcasing vintage equipment used during different eras of lumbering operations, it also provides insights about life at old-time logging camps through various exhibits including reconstructed buildings like bunkhouses and cookhouse from historic Silver Falls Timber Company campsite that operated between World War I & II era.
Over time, recreational facilities such as camping sites equipped with modern amenities have been developed making it popular among visitors seeking nature-based activities amidst serene surroundings along Williamson River banks where trout fishing opportunities abound.
Today besides being recognized nationally for its unique museum collection related to forest industry's evolution over centuries; educational programs conducted here are appreciated widely too - helping younger generations understand importance associated not just towards conserving our environment but respecting past contributions made by hardworking loggers whose efforts helped shape present-day landscapes across Pacific Northwest region especially Oregon State itself!
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Collier Memorial State Park in Oregon offers a variety of camping options for visitors:
1. RV Camping: The park has 50 full-hookup sites that can accommodate recreational vehicles up to 60 feet long.
2. Tent Camping: There are also tent campsites available, each with its own picnic table and fire ring.
3. Group Campsites: For larger groups or family reunions, the park provides group campgrounds which include several individual campsites clustered together around shared facilities like restrooms and showers.
4. Yurts/Cabins/Rustic Shelters : While Collier Memorial State Park does not have these accommodations itself, nearby state parks such as Jackson F Kimball offer rustic cabins for rent if you're looking for something more comfortable than traditional camping but still want to be close to nature.
5. Horse Camps - Although there aren't any horse-specific camps at this location; however neighboring Winema National Forest allows equestrian camping where horses can stay overnight too!
6.Hiker/Biker Sites - These special areas cater specifically towards those traveling on foot or by bicycle offering basic amenities including water access & restroom facilities
Remember all types of accommodation require advance booking especially during peak season (May-September). Always check current conditions before planning your trip due COVID restrictions may apply!
Have been going every year for 35 years, kids grew up going there now grandkid goes.
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