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Metzler Park

Metzler Park is the place to get away from the hustle & bustle of town. A suspension bridge crosses Clear Creek and takes you to trails that guide you through the beautiful woods.

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Metzler Park Ranger Office 503-630-4743
*please note that the Ranger Office is not always staffed
For information and reservations, please call the Parks Admin Office 503-742-4414

Metzler Park offers:

  • Fishing
  • Hiking
  • Picnicking
  • Camping

Metzler Park Hours 2013

  • January 1 - March 9: 6:00am - 6:00pm
  • March 10 - April 30: 6:00am - 8:00pm
  • May 1 - September 30: 6:00am - 10:00pm
  • October 1 - November 2: 6:00am - 8:00pm
  • November 3 - December 31: 6:00am - 6:00pm

Camping

  • 75 campsites; 60 with water and electric, 15 primitive sites with water nearby
  • $21 per night
  • $5 extra vehicle fee
  • 2 ground tents of 1 ground tent and 1 RV allowed per campsite. Sites that are approved for one additional tent at an additional $5 per tent/per night, payable at the park: #23, 24, 28, 36, 37, 50, 53, 57, 67, 68, 71. Site #15 is approved for an addittional three tents (for a total of five)
  • Up to 8 people and 2 domestic pets allowed per site

Day Use

  • 4 reservable picnic areas: 2 non-sheltered areas, 2 sheltered areas
  • Price range $45 - $125
  • Picnic area rentals are for the whole day
  • $5/car Vehicle Parking Fee 7 days/week May 1 - September 30
  • Softball field and volleyball courts can be added to an existing reservation for no charge
  • Horseshoe pits are first come, first served. Horseshoe rentals available at the park
  • Any activities such as bouncy houses or use an amplified sound system require a Special Use Permit and written approval from the Parks Manager. Cost is $20/item.

Other fees

  • $8 transaction fee per site when reserving in advance
  • $8 cancellation fee per site
  • $8 change fee per site (for changing dates or moving campsites)
  • Firewood $10/box; $6/half box

Directions To Metzler Park

Metzler Park's physical address: 24526 S. Metzler Park Rd., Estacada, OR. 97023. Metzler Park is located approximately 5 miles south of Estacada. Take Interstate 205 to Exit 12, Clackamas/Estacada, and turn eastbound onto Hwy. 212/224. Proceed 3.2 miles through Clackamas to the Hwy. 212/224 junction (Rock Creek junction), turn right onto Hwy. 224, proceed 15.1 miles following the signs to Estacada. Pass through Estacada, just on the outskirts of Estacada, turn right onto Hwy. 211, crossing a bridge. Go 4.0 miles to Tucker Rd.; turn right. Proceed .5 miles and make a sharp left turn onto Metzler Park Rd. The park entrance is 1.6 miles down the road.

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