Free First Day Hike At Fort Stevens State Park Jan. 1, 2026
- 12/18/25
ASTORIA, Ore. – Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is hosting a free guided First Day Hike at Fort Stevens State Park on New Year’s Day, Thursday, Jan. 1.
It's part of the annual First Day Hikes event at 25 Oregon State Parks held in partnership with America’s State Parks on New Year’s Day.
Information about the hike at Fort Stevens State Park:
- Join us for a 1-mile and learn about the history of Fort Stevens, Battery Russell and the WWII Japanese submarine attack. There will also be opportunities for birding, wildlife viewing and plant/fungi identification.
- Meet at 10 a.m. in Battery Russell parking lot.
- Trail is mostly natural surface and paved bike trail along a moderately steep hill.
- Leashed, friendly dogs are welcome. Strollers are not recommended due to terrain.
- Dress in layers with rain gear and gloves, wear sturdy shoes and bring water, snacks, a camera, or binoculars for wildlife viewing.
- For more information, call 503-861-3170.
If you have questions about access or to request any reasonable accommodations needed for your participation, please contact Park Ranger Dane Osis, 971-388-9030. Requests must be submitted at least three days prior to January 1.
All activities are free, but a day-use parking permit is required. Permits cost $10 per day for Oregon Residents or $12 for non-residents; annual permits are also sold at the park.
Share photos of First Day Hikes via social media by using the hashtag #ORfirstdayhikes.
First Day Hikes is a national initiative to welcome the coming year in the outdoors, promote exercise and encourage connecting with nature. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has participated since 2012.
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Free First Day Hike At Fort Stevens State Park Jan. 1, 2026
- 12/18/25
ASTORIA, Ore. – Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is hosting a free guided First Day Hike at Fort Stevens State Park on New Year’s Day, Thursday, Jan. 1.
It's part of the annual First Day Hikes event at 25 Oregon State Parks held in partnership with America’s State Parks on New Year’s Day.
Information about the hike at Fort Stevens State Park:
- Join us for a 1-mile and learn about the history of Fort Stevens, Battery Russell and the WWII Japanese submarine attack. There will also be opportunities for birding, wildlife viewing and plant/fungi identification.
- Meet at 10 a.m. in Battery Russell parking lot.
- Trail is mostly natural surface and paved bike trail along a moderately steep hill.
- Leashed, friendly dogs are welcome. Strollers are not recommended due to terrain.
- Dress in layers with rain gear and gloves, wear sturdy shoes and bring water, snacks, a camera, or binoculars for wildlife viewing.
- For more information, call 503-861-3170.
If you have questions about access or to request any reasonable accommodations needed for your participation, please contact Park Ranger Dane Osis, 971-388-9030. Requests must be submitted at least three days prior to January 1.
All activities are free, but a day-use parking permit is required. Permits cost $10 per day for Oregon Residents or $12 for non-residents; annual permits are also sold at the park.
Share photos of First Day Hikes via social media by using the hashtag #ORfirstdayhikes.
First Day Hikes is a national initiative to welcome the coming year in the outdoors, promote exercise and encourage connecting with nature. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has participated since 2012.
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