Kingston Prairie Preserve - near Stayton, Oregon - Public Access Lands on Waymarking.com

At one time the Willamette Valley had more than a million acres of prairie. Today less than one percent remains. And even though much of the land in this region is unsuitable for farming, due to the layer of fan basalt beneath the shallow topsoil, the need is still felt to alter the land. This preserve provides a habitat for many endangered and threatened species once common to the Valley. And to do so all activities here are banned except for hiking on defined trails and photography. Parking is available near the listed coordinates.

Estimated size of the public land (in regional measurement standard: hectares, acres, kms, etc.): 152 acres Is there a trail system?: Yes If there is a trail system, please describe length, terrain, etc.: Not many trails, possibly two miles total. Terrain is flat and easy. What points of interest are there?: A very shallow seasonal creek runs through the preserve. What activities are available?: Hiking & photography. All mechanical devices and other animals are prohibited. Hours of accessibility?: dawn to dusk List of known hazards (cliffs, snakes, poison plants, etc.): Poison Oak is known to grow here, and there are occasional snakes. But since leaving the trail is expressly prohibited, these should not be a concern. Dogs Allowed?: No Is a permit/fee required?: No If a permit/fee is required please describe in detail how to get one, how much, etc.: Commercial photography requires a permit, available by contacting the Conservancy. Please supply the website of the land if available: [Web Link]

Visit Instructions:
Visitors are encouraged to supply a picture of either themselves or their GPS at the trailhead and/or signage of the public access lands - describe your experience there and what you saw - tell us why other folks should come visit!

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Date Logged Log User Rating   09/23/2010 shadow101 visited it