The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department has announced updated fees, parking permit requirements and facility changes affecting state park visitors in 2027. The changes include revised permit purchasing options, higher costs for certain reservations and a temporary closure of Jessie M. Honeyman State Park for infrastructure maintenance.

Key Takeaways

• Physical 12-month parking permits will only be available online beginning January 1, 2027.
• Annual parking permits will cost $60 for Oregon residents and $75 for nonresidents.
• The transient lodging tax on overnight park reservations will increase from 1.5% to 2.75% on January 1.
• Jessie M. Honeyman State Park will close temporarily beginning January for utility improvements and hazardous tree removal.
• Rates for reservable day-use facilities, yurts and cabins will increase approximately 5% beginning May 1, 2027.

Oregon State Parks Introduces New Parking Permit Requirements for 2027

Oregon State Parks will introduce changes to annual parking permit purchasing and visitor fees in 2027, with the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) setting January 1 as the starting date for several adjustments. The changes include updated purchasing requirements for physical permits and revised charges affecting overnight reservations and other park facilities.

Under the new arrangement, physical 12-month parking permits will only be available online beginning January 1. Visitors planning to purchase an annual permit will need to use the department’s online purchasing system to obtain the physical version.

The department has also established separate annual permit prices for Oregon residents and nonresidents. The resident rate will remain $60, while the nonresident rate will be $75.

The revised purchasing arrangement is one of several administrative changes affecting visitors during the year. It concerns the process for obtaining an annual parking permit rather than a change to the stated resident and nonresident permit prices.

The annual permit system provides access to parking at participating state parks under the applicable permit requirements. Oregon previously introduced new parking fees at 22 state parks and trailheads in 2026, establishing additional charges for visitors at designated recreation locations.

Visitors who regularly use Oregon state parks for day trips will need to account for the online purchasing requirement when obtaining their annual permits. Those planning visits throughout 2027 can also review the department’s updated permit information before purchasing.

The adjustments also affect overnight visitors and people reserving facilities for recreational stays. Those charges follow separate rules from annual parking permits, with the overnight reservation tax scheduled to change at the beginning of January and facility rates scheduled for a later increase.

Annual Parking Permit Prices Remain Different for Residents and Nonresidents

The annual parking permit prices for 2027 will be $60 for Oregon residents and $75 for nonresidents. The $15 difference between the two rates will remain part of the department’s annual permit pricing structure.

The resident permit costs $60, while visitors who do not qualify for the Oregon resident rate will pay $75. Both prices apply to annual permits, rather than individual day-use reservations or overnight accommodation charges.

The distinction is relevant to people who visit Oregon state parks throughout the year. An annual permit provides a different purchasing arrangement from paying individual parking charges during separate visits, making the permit prices a consideration for visitors planning repeated trips.

Oregon’s previous park pass price adjustments also established separate costs for annual permits and other park access options. The 2027 announcement retains the $60 resident and $75 nonresident annual permit prices.

The online purchasing requirement for physical 12-month permits will also affect how visitors obtain their permits. Beginning January 1, those physical permits will only be available online. Visitors should distinguish between the physical permit purchasing arrangement and the digital permit option when reviewing the department’s available products.

Overnight Reservation Tax Increases Beginning January 1

The transient lodging tax applied to overnight Oregon state park reservations will increase from 1.5% to 2.75% on January 1, 2027. The adjustment changes the percentage applied to qualifying overnight reservation charges.

Unlike the annual parking permit, which has a fixed price for residents and nonresidents, the transient lodging tax is calculated as a percentage. Its effect on an individual reservation will therefore depend on the applicable reservation amount.

The increase applies to overnight park reservations and is separate from the annual parking permit purchasing requirements. Visitors booking overnight stays should account for the revised tax when reviewing the total cost of their reservations.

The change also precedes another scheduled adjustment affecting accommodation prices. Rates for reservable day-use facilities, yurts and cabins will increase by approximately 5% beginning May 1, 2027.

These are separate charges with different effective dates. The transient lodging tax adjustment begins in January, while the facility and accommodation rate changes take effect in May.

Visitors planning overnight trips during the first months of 2027 will encounter the revised tax before the May rate adjustments begin. Those booking stays later in the year will need to consider both the applicable tax and the revised rates for facilities covered by the May increase.

Jessie M. Honeyman State Park Schedules Temporary Maintenance Closure

Jessie M. Honeyman State Park will temporarily close beginning in January 2027 for utility improvements and hazardous tree removal. The closure is part of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department’s announced maintenance work for the park.

The scheduled work includes improvements to utility infrastructure and the removal of trees identified as hazardous. These activities will require the park to close temporarily while the department carries out the planned maintenance.

The closure affects visitors considering trips to Jessie M. Honeyman State Park during the maintenance period. People planning visits should check the department’s official park information before making travel arrangements.

The announced work covers two distinct maintenance needs. Utility improvements address park infrastructure, while hazardous tree removal concerns trees requiring attention as part of the site’s maintenance activities.

The temporary closure is separate from the statewide fee and permit adjustments. It applies specifically to Jessie M. Honeyman State Park, whereas the annual permit prices and reservation tax changes concern the wider state park system.

Visitors planning Oregon coastal recreation trips should account for the closure when selecting destinations. Those traveling along the coast can also consult the updated Oregon Coast bicycle route map when planning cycling trips and identifying route information.

Reservable Facilities and Accommodation Rates Increase in May

Rates for reservable day-use facilities, yurts and cabins at Oregon state parks will increase by approximately 5% beginning May 1, 2027. The adjustment applies to the specified categories of reservable facilities and accommodations.

The change affects visitors who book facilities for day-use activities and those who reserve yurts or cabins for overnight stays. These prices are separate from the annual parking permit charges and the transient lodging tax applied to overnight reservations.

The May adjustment follows the January changes to parking permit purchasing and overnight reservation taxation. Visitors making reservations during 2027 will need to consider the effective date when reviewing applicable facility rates.

Yurts and cabins provide accommodation options within the state park system. Their revised rates will affect the amount visitors pay when reserving these facilities after the May 1 effective date.

Reservable day-use facilities are also included in the approximately 5% increase. Visitors arranging activities that require these facilities should check the applicable rates before completing a reservation.

The department’s schedule establishes different dates for the various adjustments. January 1 covers the physical annual parking permit purchasing requirement and the transient lodging tax increase. May 1 applies to the revised rates for day-use facilities, yurts and cabins.

The changes mean that the cost of a state park visit will depend on the type of access or reservation involved. Annual parking permits have separate resident and nonresident prices, overnight reservations are subject to the revised transient lodging tax, and specified reservable facilities will carry higher rates beginning in May.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much will an Oregon State Parks annual parking permit cost in 2027?

The annual parking permit will cost $60 for Oregon residents and $75 for nonresidents. These are the announced prices for 12-month permits.

Can visitors purchase physical Oregon State Parks parking permits in 2027?

Beginning January 1, 2027, physical 12-month parking permits will only be available online. Visitors should use the department’s online purchasing system to obtain the physical permit.

When will Oregon increase the tax on overnight park reservations?

The transient lodging tax on overnight park reservations will increase on January 1, 2027. The rate will rise from 1.5% to 2.75%.

Why will Jessie M. Honeyman State Park temporarily close in 2027?

The temporary closure will allow the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department to complete utility improvements and remove hazardous trees. The closure is scheduled to begin in January 2027.

When will Oregon State Parks increase cabin, yurt and day-use facility rates?

The approximately 5% rate increase will take effect on May 1, 2027. It applies to reservable day-use facilities, yurts and cabins.