Oxbow Park is a wonderful destination for families or groups of friends who want to spend time together outside. It’s a great place for hiking no matter how much experience you have. You can also camp overnight, and you can pursue many other activities during your stay.
Visiting Oxbow Park
Hiking Trails
This picturesque park offers 12 miles of walking trails, so you can definitely get your hiking fix during your visit. Some of the trails are easy to walk, with low hills and flat areas along the river. Other trails are for more experienced hikers. These include steeper hills and some climbing. People of every fitness level will be able to use these trails.
Camping
Sleeping out under the stars is an excellent option at the park. The park has 74 campsites, each with a picnic table, a fire pit, and a grill so your family can enjoy meals cooked at your site. These sites are perfect for tent sleeping. The park also has 12 RV sites where you can park your camper or motorhome.
Campsites do not include electric or water, but heated bathhouses are available with flushing toilets and free hot showers, so you and your family will be able to stay clean and fresh.
Fishing
Don’t forget to bring your fishing pole when you are staying at the campground or visiting for a day of hiking. You can fish from the rocky shoreline or go out on a fishing boat. Steelhead, rainbow trout, and chinook are commonly caught.
Education
Various educational activities are available at the park throughout the year. You can learn about tracking animals, foraging for edible mushrooms, and other great information about the world outside. Register for these programs before your trip.
Wildlife
While you are hiking and camping, keep a lookout for wildlife. You are likely to see beaver, deer, elk, and raccoon. You may even catch a glimpse of a black bear or a cougar.
Sandy River
The river is one of the highlights of this park, so be sure to spend some time on the water during your visit. You can go swimming or explore the river on a canoe or kayak. Floating down the river in an innertube is a fun activity for families.
Naturalist
Naturalists are available for tours on the trails and for asking your questions about the park and the animals that live there. Ask about the availability of a naturalist on your visit for an even deeper understanding of this natural environment.
Whether you love camping, hiking, or both, you will definitely enjoy yourself at Oxbow Park. Go for the campsites and trails, and stay for the other fantastic opportunities for recreation and learning. You’re going to need a great vehicle to haul your camping or hiking equipment, so make sure you come to see us at Rochester Toyota. We’ll show you a terrific selection of cars, trucks, and SUVs that will safely transport your family and everything else you need for a memorable weekend in nature.
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