Salmon Run at Oxbow

Now is a great time to see the fall Chinook salmon run on the Sandy River at Oxbow park! In past years Oxbow hosted a Salmon Festival in October which was a great event. Unfortunately this year there will be no festival, but the salmon are still there! Best viewing of spawning locations is down the trail at picnic area D and upstream from the boat ramp. Good numbers of eagles can usually be seen scavenging on the spawned-out salmon.

If you visit this weekend the park is providing guides who will take you on a Salmon Walk and answer questions. There is an entrance fee to get into the park, but with all the nature activities in the park it is well worth it.