Parks FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
From 5 a.m. to 10 p.m., with the exception of Rudy Rada Skatepark which closes at midnight.
Not all park restrooms and water fountains are winterized and we do have an unfortunate vandalism and damage problem in several park restrooms. Therefore, some restrooms are only open seasonally. Pendleton Parks and Rec makes a concerted effort to keep as many restrooms open as long as possible each day and throughout the year.
Dogs are allowed in all City parks, but pet owners must follow City Ordinance 2645, Sec. C. Dogs, which outlines the responsibility of pet owners to keep theirs dogs on a leash and in control at all time and to pick up dog waste.
Ordinance 2645, Sec. C. Dogs: No person shall permit any dog to run at large within any public park and all dogs shall be kept in control on leash at all times. Owners of dogs or other animals shall remove their animal's waste when it is deposited within any park or on any public walking surface.
Pendleton Parks and Recreation has a tobacco-free (cigarettes, smokeless tobacco, vapes, e-cigarettes, etc.) policy on all Pendleton Parks and Recreation property including the River Parkway and Olney Cemetery.
Visit our Tobacco-Free Parks FAQ for more information
For more information about all parks, see the Park Amenities Matrix. For specific information about an individual park, see the individual park page, which has full details on shelters, playgrounds, restrooms, ADA accommodations, and more.
Yes, but you must have a permit from Pendleton Parks and Recreation and carry it on you when you are metal detecting. Permits are free, and you can get yours by visiting the Parks Office, 865 Tutuilla Road, and filling out a one-page form.
Upcoming Events
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11/12/2024 - 2:30pm
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11/13/2024 - 10:00am
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11/13/2024 - 2:30pm
Contact Information
Parks and Cemetery Office
865 Tutuilla Rd.
Pendleton, OR 97801
Phone: (541) 276-8100
Recreation Center
510 SW Dorion
Phone: 541.966.0228
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