Abiqua Falls is one step closer to becoming public land after $2 million sale approved

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Commission approved the purchase of two properties in Marion County, moving Abiqua Falls closer to becoming public land. The 92-foot waterfall was previously privately owned.
A popular 92-foot waterfall formerly at risk of being closed to the public is closer to becoming a new state recreation area after the Oregon Parks and Recreation Commission signed off on buying two Marion County properties. Visitors have been able to visit the privately owned Abiqua Falls, about 40 minutes southeast of Silverton, for […]
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