Explore Nature Tillamook County

Explore Nature is series of hikes, walks, paddles and outdoor adventures that encourage participants to get outside, get fit, and learn about the incredible place we call home. Explore Nature partners include volunteer, community and non-profit organizations offering meaningful nature-based experiences highlighting the unique beauty of Tillamook County and the work being done to preserve and conserve the area’s natural resources and natural resource-based economy. Currently, due to COVID-19 restrictions, all in-person events are on hold due to social distancing requirements but several online and virtual experiences are in development. For more information visit their website.

North County Recreation District

With the mission to promote the educational, recreational, social and physical well-being of the entire north Tillamook County community, North County Recreation District offers activities for all ages and abilities in an inviting environment. Visit their website or call them at 855-444-6273 for more information.

Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

With a mission to protect and enhance Oregon’s fish and wildlife and their habitats for use and enjoyment by present and future generations, ODFW is your source for hunting and fishing in Oregon. For more information visit their website. For permits, tags and licenses, visit https://odfw.huntfishoregon.com.

OSU Extension Services Tillamook County

OSU Extension offers several adult exercise programs aimed at keeping Oregonians healthy. Walk With Ease and Strong Women / Strong People are two examples of the Oregon State University Family and Community Health Extension Service programs for adults. Visit their website or call them at 503-842-3433 for more information.

To learn more about the virtual Walk with Ease program, click here.

Oregon State Parks and Recreation

The mission of the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is to provide and protect outstanding natural, scenic, cultural, historic and recreational sites for the enjoyment and education of present and future generations.  With its abundant natural beauty, Tillamook County is home to many parks, properties and campgrounds operated by OPRD. For more information visit their website.

Tillamook County Family YMCA

The Tillamook County Family YMCA offers an impressive array of fitness equipment along with two swimming pools, racquetball courts, an indoor running track, martial arts/yoga studio and childcare facilities. The Y offers numerous group fitness classes throughout the week. View class schedules here. If you are new to the area, or haven’t visited the Y for some time, be sure to stop by for a tour. Visit their website or call them at 503-842-9622 for more information.

Tillamook County Wellness

Tillamook County Wellness helps to coordinate six volunteer led walking groups all across the county for all ages. For the latest group information, click here.

Tillamook Estuaries Partnership

Tillamook Estuaries Partnership is dedicated to conserving and restoring the five Tillamook County estuaries and watersheds in their entirety. Their work ranges from habitat restoration, water quality, education, water trails/guidebooks and much more! Visit their website or call them at 503-322-2222 for more information and opportunities that are available.

Tillamook Forest Center

Whether you’re planning a family picnic in the woods, hoping to watch spawning salmon or looking for an adventurous climb to the top of a forest fire lookout, the Tillamook Forest Center is ready to be your Coast Range retreat. Visit their website or call them at 503-815-6800 for more information and opportunities that are available.  

Tillamook Off-Road Trail Alliance (TORTA)

TORTA is a small group of avid Mountain Bikers working with the National Forest Service and local communities to bring mountain bike trails to Pacific City, Oregon. Visit their them on facebook for more information and for the latest updates on new mountain biking trail systems in Tillamook County.

Trailkeepers of Oregon

Trailkeepers of Oregon is committed to making sure everyone has access to Oregon’s most special places for years to come. Their work takes the form of trail maintenance projects and advocacy work to restore proper funding to a resource so beneficial and beloved by Oregonians. Visit their website for more information and to learn about volunteer trailbuilding opportunities in your region.

USDA Forest Service Siuslaw National Forest

Siuslaw National Forest strives to encourage responsible recreation, stewardship of the landscape and promotes the overall wellness of the communities it serves. Siuslaw National Forest is committed to providing high quality forest experiences for visitors, while protecting the treasured natural resources for the generations to come. This organization has been instrumental in partnering with local land agencies, non-profits, and county wellness organizations to increase access to outdoor recreation in Tillamook County. Visit their website for more information.