Wildwood Recreation Site is open year round, but may close due to extreme weather. Check status during extreme weather events by calling 503-375-5646.
Motorized access to Trailhead and the first Group Area parking lots will remain open subject to extreme weather conditions (ice, snow, wind, etc.). At this time, park passes will only be available for purchase at the automated fee machine (AFM), located next to the park’s entrance station using only credit cards; no cash or checks. Visitors may purchase either a daily or an annual pass at the AFM. Visitors with an annual pass receipt should bring it to the park office for transfer to a static cling Annual Wildwood Pass. Wildwood staff is limited at this time so please be patient and hold onto your paper receipt until able to contact a park employee. Only one side of the gate will be open during the winter months. Please stay aware of the closure times posted on roadside signs throughout the park. The gate is programmed to close automatically 15 minutes past the posted time so make sure that you exit the park at or before the closing time. Wildwood is open from 8 AM until approximately sunset 7 days a week.
Overview:
Welcome to BLM’s Wildwood Recreation Site! Nestled at the base of Mount Hood, the Salmon Wild and Scenic River flows through Wildwood in the heart of one of Oregon’s most iconic regions. This 560-acre forested park features the innovative Cascade Streamwatch and Wetland Boardwalk interpretive trails. Wildwood also provides outstanding facilities for day-use recreation such as covered shelters, outdoor kitchens, scenic picnic sites, ball fields and a playground. The park is ideal for large groups and those looking to learn more about the fascinating watersheds of the Cascade Range.
Know Before You Go:
- Wildwood is open from sunrise to sunset.
- Group Picnic Shelters: offer outdoor picnic kitchens, athletic fields and other recreation activities. For reservations go to www.recreation.gov or call 1-877-444-6777
- Bikes Allowed on trails except on the Wetland Boardwalk.
Point of Interest:
The Sandy Ridge Trail offers some of the best downhill mountain biking in the Pacific Northwest!
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Directions
From Portland: Travel 40 miles east on US Hwy 26. Wildwood is located on the south side of Hwy 26 near mile marker 39.
GPS Coordinates
Latitude 45° 21′ 21.1680″ N
Longitude 121° 59′ 12.1920″ W