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Minto Park

Located on Highway 22, three miles east of Mill City, and one mile east of Gates. This park was named in honor of John Minto, who explored the Santiam Canyon in 1873 in search of a way into eastern Oregon. It is a forested corridor between Highway 22 and the North Santiam River. Minto Creek runs through the park.

There is an extensive trail system along the Santiam River, plus developed picnic sites, comfort stations and more. Visitors enjoy birding, swimming, fishing, and many other water activities.

For Birders; Look for Harlequin Duck and Common Merganser. Typical forest species include; Winter Wren, Hermit Warbler, Pacific-slope Flycatcher and Swainson's Thrush.

Location: Santiam Hwy, Gates Oregon

Other Marion County Parks nearby:
(Salem)
Joryville Park
(Salem)
Lincoln Access and Spongs Landing Parks
(Gates)
Minto Park
(Mill City)
Niagara Park
(Mehama)
North Fork Park
(Salem)
Parkdale Park


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11/03 Coming to The Gates area
Astoria-Warrenton Crab and Seafood Festival Warrenton OR April26 Crab and seafood as well as entertainment. Listen to the Astoria HS Jazz Band on Sunday.
Mt. Pisgah Arboretum Wildflower and Music Festival Eugene OR May19 A day of wildflowers, music, food, crafts, and microscopes!
Rhododendron Days Florence OR May17-19 The annual celebration of the blooming of rhododendrons along the central Oregon Coast.
Columbia Gorge Wine and Pear Fest Hood River OR May18-19 Start off the weekend with friends and fun featuring Columbia Gorge wineries and eateries. Highlights include entertainment, live music, wine tasting, great food, fruit exhibits with samples, and local artisans.


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