Willamette Mission State Park

Introduction of Willamette Mission State Park

One of the most important and stunning historic sites in the Willamette Valley is the Willamette Mission. The park is located on the same site where the Reverend Jason Lee established the first mission for American Indians in 1834. Later, the Methodist Mission had a hand in shaping the governance of Oregon. In the park, there is a memorial with details about this community. The ghost constructions are framed representations of the old mission buildings. The park has a landing for the Wheatland Ferry, which in 1844 was the first to transport a covered waggon across the Willamette River.

Boaters, anglers, and other park visitors have a variety of daily activities to choose from. There are filbert and walnut orchards on some of Willamette Mission’s 1,680 acres. The biggest black cottonwood in the country, which has been there for more than 250 years, may be found in the park. There are lush meadows with a variety of trees, plants, and flowers all around them. There is Mission Lake and the Willamette River for individuals who appreciate being near water.

Your upcoming picnic will be a success at Willamette Mission State Park! For large parties, the fantastic picnic areas may be reserved. In addition to plenty of parking, there are picnic shelters, bathrooms, water faucets, picnic tables, fire rings, sunny spots, and trees for shade. At the park, you can even hire a sizable 4′ x 3′ charcoal barbeque.

The park also features areas designated for soccer, softball, volleyball, and horseshoes. The Willamette River is bordered by eight miles of pathways that are home to a staggering variety of native birds, plants, and animals [there is even a self-guided interpretive route through the riparian education project].

The park employees like a challenge! Consider include a trip to Willamette Mission in your company picnic or other get-together.

Willamette Mission State Park Activities

Boating

Willamette Mission State Park allows boating. A boat ramp is also provided in the park.

Fishing

Boaters and anglers have a lot of options in the park during the day.

Hiking

The Willamette River is bordered by eight miles of pathways that are home to a staggering variety of native birds, plants, and animals [there is even a self-guided interpretive route through the riparian education project].

Bicycling

The Willamette Mission State Park has a route for bicycles.

Camping

There are 4 campsites available at the horse camp (two pull-through). Up to two camping units and four pack animals may use a site.

Picnicking

Your upcoming picnic will be a success at Willamette Mission State Park! For large parties, the fantastic picnic areas may be reserved. In addition to plenty of parking, there are picnic shelters, bathrooms, water faucets, picnic tables, fire rings, sunny spots, and trees for shade. At the park, you can even hire a sizable 4′ x 3′ charcoal barbeque.

Historic Sites

One of the most important and stunning historic sites in the Willamette Valley is the Willamette Mission. The park is located on the same site where the Reverend Jason Lee established the first mission for American Indians in 1834. Later, the Methodist Mission had a hand in shaping the governance of Oregon. In the park, there is a memorial with details about this community. The ghost constructions are framed representations of the old mission buildings. The park has a landing for the Wheatland Ferry, which in 1844 was the first to transport a covered waggon across the Willamette River.

RVing

In order to learn more about RVing, kindly get in touch with the park.

Horseback Riding

Within the park are routes for riding horses.

HISTORICAL INFORMATION

The Willamette Mission was built in the park in 1834 by Jason Lee, who came to the region to baptise Native Americans in the Oregon Country. The missionaries constructed a one-room structure that served as a living space, chapel, school, and hospital. Later, they constructed a barn in addition to the home. Mission Bottom was the name given to the village that was established after more missionaries arrived in September 1837 and constructed a blacksmith shop, granary, hospital, and a structure that served as both a school and a dining hall. Later, in 1840, the mission relocated to Salem (known then as Chemeketa). The mission site sustained significant damage in a flood in 1861, and the Willamette River’s path was altered. The “Willamette Station Site, Methodist Mission in Oregon” is the name of the mission site that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The mission’s location is indicated by a “ghost structure.”

Transportation

Driving

8 miles north of Salem, Oregon, on Wheatland Rd., or take I-5 Exit 263 and follow the signage.

Parking

Parking is available.

Public Transport

Public Transport is available.