Improving Oregon’s Parks

Funding programs across the state

A blindfolded boy swings at a pinata during a celebration.

Funded Program

Rooster Rock State Park

Keeping Picnics — and Families — Dry

A man using a wheelchair and his companion exit an accessible elevator at Vista House.

Funded Program

Oregon’s Iconic Vista House

Lottery-funded projects in the Columbia River Gorge

Funded Program

Dog Park Improvements

Woodburn dogs are enjoying upgrades at Centennial Park.

Newly reconstructed bridge in Dallas's Japanese garden

Funded Program

A Japanese Garden Restored

A Local Gem in Dallas City Park Comes Back to Life

Pavilion at Honeyman State Park

Funded Program

Honeyman State Park

Get sand in your shoes at Honeyman State Park

Lord and Schryver Conservancy

Funded Program

Restoring a Historic Salem Garden

Lottery funds help rebuild original brick walkways at the Lord & Schryver Conservancy.

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Win a State Parks Pass!

Follow us on Instagram, then enter to win an Oregon State Parks parking pass, your ticket to the most Instagrammable scenery in Oregon!

Picture yourself standing behind a misty waterfall at Silver Falls, peering down into shadow-dappled canyons at Smith Rock, or watching the powerful Pacific collide head on with the continent at Shore Acres. Visit these or any Oregon State park with a FREE annual state parks pass! All you have to do is follow us on Instagram and enter online. Ten lucky winners will each receive a state parks pass valid through March 2026. Let the road trips begin!

  • Follow us on Instagram at @oregonlottery (must be following us at time of drawing).
  • See our Instagram profile for official entry link.
  • Must be 18 or older to enter.
  • Last day to enter: June 7 (State Parks Day this year).

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Where Does the Money Go?

Lottery Dollars Help Support Oregon Parks

When Oregonians play their favorite Lottery games, funds build up to help support our best places — our state and local parks.

LOTTERY DOLLARS DOING GOOD THINGS IN YOUR COMMUNITY

Economic Growth

Fueling business, jobs and infrastructure

State Parks

Maintaining and creating Oregon’s beautiful parks

Outdoor School

Exposing 5th & 6th grade students to Oregon’s natural classrooms

Natural Habitats

Enhancing watersheds, irrigation and wildlife habitats

Public Schools

Investing in Oregon’s future, from K through 12 and beyond
veteran smiling as parade comes by and American flag flies

Veteran Services

Supporting programs that give back to our valued Veterans

Qualifying for Funding — Oregon Parks & Rec

In addition to funding our state parks, Oregon Parks and Recreation (OPRD) grants lottery-backed funds to local communities and organization for recreational facilities and heritage programs.