Dorris Ranch

The Oak Trail, located between the orchards and Middle Fork Path at Dorris Ranch will be closed from Saturday, June 15, to Monday, June 24, for bridge reconstruction. Please pay attention to signs and avoid the area.

The orchards at Dorris Ranch will be closed starting Tuesday, June 4, at 6 a.m., for regular seasonal maintenance and vegetation management using Rely. While the orchards will be closed, the park, paths, and facilities at Dorris Ranch will remain open. Please abide by posted closure signs.

The orchards are expected to reopen on Wednesday, June 5.
This treatment is weather-dependent and actual dates may change. Pay attention to signs in the park for more information.
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Dorris Ranch | Willamalane Park and Recreation District Dorris Ranch is a large, 268-acre park and commercial filbert orchard just south of Downtown Springfield. Dorris Ranch features miles of gravel, paved, and natural-surface trails that weave through riparian woodland and oak prairie habitats. Dorris Ranch also serves as the western access point of th...

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The orchards at Dorris Ranch will be closed starting Wednesday, May 8 at 6 a.m., to treat the orchards for tree suckers using Reckon. While the orchards will be closed, the park, paths, and facilities at Dorris Ranch will remain open. Please abide by posted closure signs. The orchards are expected to reopen on Thursday, May 9.

Learn more at willamalane.org/Dorris
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Dorris Ranch will be closed starting Wednesday, April 24, at 1 p.m., to treat the orchards for Eastern Filbert Blight using Topguard. The park is expected to reopen Thursday, April 25, at 9 a.m.

The closure includes the park, orchard, trailhead, and part of the Middle Fork Path. This treatment is weather-dependent, and the specific dates may change. Check park signs for updates and more information.

Learn more at willamalane.org/Dorris Ranch
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Dorris Ranch | Willamalane Park and Recreation District Dorris Ranch is a large, 268-acre park and commercial filbert orchard just south of Downtown Springfield. Dorris Ranch features miles of gravel, paved, and natural-surface trails that weave through riparian woodland and oak prairie habitats. Dorris Ranch also serves as the western access point of th...

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Dorris Ranch will be closed starting Tuesday, April 2, and is expected to reopen on Thursday, April 4. This will allow for the treatment of the orchards for Eastern Filbert Blight using Topguard and for noxious w**ds using Rely. The closure includes the park, orchards, trailheads, and the Middle Fork Path.

This treatment is weather-dependent, and the specific dates may change. Check park signs for updates and more information.
Learn more at willamalane.org/dorris

Heads up!
Dorris Ranch will be closed starting Thursday, March 21, to treat the orchards for Eastern Filbert Blight using Gem 500 SC fungicide. It is expected to reopen Friday, March 22, at 5 p.m. The closure includes the park, orchards, trailhead, and part of the Middle Fork Path.

This treatment is weather-dependent, and the specific dates may change. Check park signs for updates and more information. Learn more at willamalane.org/dorris

Hello from Door-ris Ranch! The broken barn door at Dorris Ranch was recently replaced with gorgeous cedar. Over time, the new wood will weather to more closely match the rest of the barn, but rot-resistant tannins in the wood will prevent it from decaying. For now, this lovely upgrade stands out as a bright new addition to the barn on dreary, early spring days.

The barn at Dorris Ranch is a rustic event setting filled with twinkling lights, a cozy fireplace, and an outdoor patio surrounded by the historic orchards. For information about rentals, visit willamalane.org/rentals

Newspaper donations needed!📰🗞
Willamalane is collecting newspaper donations in the lobbies at Bob Keefer Center and Willamalane Adult Activity Center, which will support native plant growth in riparian areas. The newspapers will act as w**d barriers for hundreds of newly planted native trees and shrubs...that means, we need all the newspapers we can get! Help spread the word to gather as many donations as possible before planting begins on March 8. Thanks for the help!

Ice storm causes damage to local hazelnut orchards The ice storm severely damaged hazelnut orchards across the region, creating production obstacles for one of Oregon's top exports.

The park and gate are closing on Saturday, Jan. 13, due to the icy conditions. Please check the post below for updates!

UPDATED: Thursday, Jan. 18, 6:20 p.m.

Willamalane will open Bob Keefer Center and Willamalane Adult Activity Center Friday, Jan. 19. Pools will remain closed until further notice.

🛑All district parks, natural areas, and paths are closed until Willamalane can fully assess and attend to the damage. Many branches and trees are still unstable and at risk of falling.

The majority of district parks have sustained significant damage from the storm and multiple facilities have experienced loss of power which may delay opening even after conditions improve. Please stay indoors, stay safe, and take care of each other.

To report park damage, call the parks hotline: (541) 736-4544

See most recent posts for updates. All updates will be posted to willamalane.org/alerts

The impact of Willamalane’s park rangers goes beyond enforcing rules and regulations. Rangers play an important role in educating the community, advocating for parks and natural areas, collaborating with law enforcement, connecting resources to those in need, and maintaining safe and clean parks for the community to enjoy.

Willamalane hired the district’s first park ranger in 2018. Since then, the park ranger program and its impact continues to grow. Willamalane is currently accepting applications for a full-time park ranger position. Apply at willamalane.org/jobs
Applications close on Jan. 19.

Save the Date~

Focused on fun and connection, this event gathers our community for an outdoor celebration with music, food, drinks, and great conversation. Please mark your calendars, and join us for an opportunity to recognize the funders who support our work and all the volunteers who make our education program possible. Tickets will be available for purchase soon.

If you would like to become an event sponsor or auction item donor, please email [email protected]

Reminder: Dorris Ranch is closed after 5 p.m. for Haunted Hayride on Friday, Oct. 27, and Saturday, Oct. 28. 🎃

In typical Oregon fashion, rain is drawing out the harvest process at Dorris Ranch. The orchards will remain closed for harvesting and are expected to open Monday, Oct. 23. Visit willamalane.org/alerts for updates.

Springfield and Thurston high school juniors study biodiversity at Dorris Ranch On Wednesday, October 4, high school juniors from Springfield High School and Thurston High School got a unique outdoor learning experience at Dorris Ranch to s

The weather is looking favorable to complete a series of ecological burns in the oak prairie at Dorris Ranch this Friday, Oct. 6.

During the prescribed burns, areas of Dorris Ranch including the Middle Fork Path will be closed. This work is conducted only when strict conditions are met to limit air quality effects and maximize safety. This work is weather-dependent, and dates are subject to change. Visit willamalane.org/alerts for updates.

Controlled burns in the Willamette Valley have been a successful land management practice for thousands of years and have extensive benefits for native species. Learn more about the historic and ecological importance of ecological burns at willamalane.org/dorris

UPDATED 10/10 due to weather. See the dates below!

It's almost time to harvest the filberts at Dorris Ranch!🌳
Next week, the orchards will be closed while the nuts are harvested. The closure is expected to last from Thursday, Oct. 12, through Saturday, Oct. 14, but dates may change due to weather. You can find the most up-to-date information regarding closures at willamalane.org/alerts

Dorris Ranch will be closed to the public on Thursday, Sept. 28 and Friday, Sept. 29 for Filbert moth treatment. During this time, all of Dorris Ranch will be closed, including the section of the Middle Fork Path that runs through Dorris Ranch. You can stay up-to-date on park alerts at willamalane.org/alerts

Due to the much-needed morning drizzle, the ecological burns at Dorris Ranch originally planned for this week have been postponed.

The controlled burns are tentatively scheduled for the week of Sept. 25 and will involve closing the Middle Fork Path. This work is weather-dependent, and dates are subject to change. Updates will be posted to Facebook and at willamalane.org/alerts

This is a coordinated effort with regional partners to enhance the oak prairie habitat. Learn more about the importance of ecological burns and their benefits at willamalane.org/dorris