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Winter Festival Returns To Silver Falls State Park Dec. 13 And 14 - 12/08/25

Silverton, Oregon— Enjoy guided nature hikes, seasonal crafts and educational activities at the Silver Falls State Park Winter Festival 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14.

 

Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the park in winter, including the changing landscapes and habitats of resident and migratory birds and animals.

 

Activities at the South Falls District include guided walks and classes; building bird nest boxes; making bird feeders, paper bird crafts and creating wreaths. Activities at Smith Creek Village (1.5 miles from South Falls District) include native plant propagation and gingerbread and sugar cookie decorating. Hot food will be available for purchase at Bigleaf Market and Grill.

 

Schedule of Activities:

  • Make a wreath at the Evergreen Picnic Shelter
  • Build a bird nest box at the Creekside Shelter
  • Make a bird feeder or paper bird craft in the Stone Kitchen Shelter
  • Attend a guided walk at the South Falls Lodge Courtyard:
    • 11 a.m.: Winter Tree ID hike (1-hour hike)
    • 12 p.m.: Mushroom ID hike (1-hour hike)
    • 1 p.m.: Winter Tree ID hike (1-hour hike, Saturday only)
    • 2 p.m.: Mushroom ID hike (1-hour hike)
  • Visit discovery tables to learn about the waterfalls in winter, the winter solstice and other seasonal topics
  • Learn how maple syrup is made from native bigleaf maple trees (Saturday only)
  • Earn a commemorative Silver Falls ornament by taking part in at least eight of the above activities

All activities are free, but a day-use parking permit is required. Permits cost $10 per day for Oregon residents and $12 for non-residents; annual permits are available for sale at the park for $30 through December 31, 2025. For more information, visit the event page on our calendar at stateparks.oregon.gov or call 503-874-0201.

 

 

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Winter Festival Returns To Silver Falls State Park Dec. 13 And 14 - 12/08/25

Silverton, Oregon— Enjoy guided nature hikes, seasonal crafts and educational activities at the Silver Falls State Park Winter Festival 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Dec. 13 and 14.

 

Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about the park in winter, including the changing landscapes and habitats of resident and migratory birds and animals.

 

Activities at the South Falls District include guided walks and classes; building bird nest boxes; making bird feeders, paper bird crafts and creating wreaths. Activities at Smith Creek Village (1.5 miles from South Falls District) include native plant propagation and gingerbread and sugar cookie decorating. Hot food will be available for purchase at Bigleaf Market and Grill.

 

Schedule of Activities:

  • Make a wreath at the Evergreen Picnic Shelter
  • Build a bird nest box at the Creekside Shelter
  • Make a bird feeder or paper bird craft in the Stone Kitchen Shelter
  • Attend a guided walk at the South Falls Lodge Courtyard:
    • 11 a.m.: Winter Tree ID hike (1-hour hike)
    • 12 p.m.: Mushroom ID hike (1-hour hike)
    • 1 p.m.: Winter Tree ID hike (1-hour hike, Saturday only)
    • 2 p.m.: Mushroom ID hike (1-hour hike)
  • Visit discovery tables to learn about the waterfalls in winter, the winter solstice and other seasonal topics
  • Learn how maple syrup is made from native bigleaf maple trees (Saturday only)
  • Earn a commemorative Silver Falls ornament by taking part in at least eight of the above activities

All activities are free, but a day-use parking permit is required. Permits cost $10 per day for Oregon residents and $12 for non-residents; annual permits are available for sale at the park for $30 through December 31, 2025. For more information, visit the event page on our calendar at stateparks.oregon.gov or call 503-874-0201.

 

 

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