First Day Hike At L.L. Stub Stewart State Park Jan. 1, 2026
- 12/18/25
BUXTON, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will host a free guided First Day Hike at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park on New Year’s Day, Thursday, Jan. 1.
OPRD is partnering with America’s State Parks for free guided First Day Hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day.
Information about the hike at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park:
- Join us for a New Year's guided hike at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park! Highlights include forest ecology, scenic views, photo opportunities, and a fire pit at the meeting location.
- The hike starts at 9 a.m. Meet at the Hilltop Day-use area picnic shelter. 30380 NW Hwy 47, Buxton, OR 97109.
- 3-mile round-trip hike through the forest over easy to medium difficulty trails, moderate elevation gain. The route is a compacted dirt trail that is narrow in certain sections, making it unsuitable for strollers or wheelchairs.
- Leashed dogs are welcome. Please bring water for your companion. No bicycles on the hike.
- Dress for the weather, wearing hiking boots or comfortable shoes with good traction. We will hike regardless of rain or snow, so bring warm, breathable clothes, gloves, and a windbreaker or raincoat. Pack a water bottle and snacks, and feel free to bring your phone or camera for photo opportunities along the way.
For more information call 503-324-0606.
If you have questions about access or to request any reasonable accommodations needed for your participation in the hike at Stub Stewart State Park, please get in touch with Park Manager Aaron Raines at 503-324-0606. Requests must be submitted at least three days before 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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First Day Hike At L.L. Stub Stewart State Park Jan. 1, 2026
- 12/18/25
BUXTON, Ore. – The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) will host a free guided First Day Hike at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park on New Year’s Day, Thursday, Jan. 1.
OPRD is partnering with America’s State Parks for free guided First Day Hikes in state parks across Oregon on New Year’s Day.
Information about the hike at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park:
- Join us for a New Year's guided hike at L.L. Stub Stewart State Park! Highlights include forest ecology, scenic views, photo opportunities, and a fire pit at the meeting location.
- The hike starts at 9 a.m. Meet at the Hilltop Day-use area picnic shelter. 30380 NW Hwy 47, Buxton, OR 97109.
- 3-mile round-trip hike through the forest over easy to medium difficulty trails, moderate elevation gain. The route is a compacted dirt trail that is narrow in certain sections, making it unsuitable for strollers or wheelchairs.
- Leashed dogs are welcome. Please bring water for your companion. No bicycles on the hike.
- Dress for the weather, wearing hiking boots or comfortable shoes with good traction. We will hike regardless of rain or snow, so bring warm, breathable clothes, gloves, and a windbreaker or raincoat. Pack a water bottle and snacks, and feel free to bring your phone or camera for photo opportunities along the way.
For more information call 503-324-0606.
If you have questions about access or to request any reasonable accommodations needed for your participation in the hike at Stub Stewart State Park, please get in touch with Park Manager Aaron Raines at 503-324-0606. Requests must be submitted at least three days before 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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