Medford has a wide range of activities for the young at heart
                                                And the whole family to enjoy.

Bear Creek Skate Park

Medford Parks & Rec. Dept.
774-2400
Bear Creek Park
Highland Ave

The "in" sport for mid-high and high-school kids! This 24,000 sq. ft. facility has various stairs, irregular shaped ramps, narrow arches, corner ramps and MORE, MORE, MORE. Elevated platforms surround the two bowls which drop down a 7-9 ft. radius.
Located in Bear Creek Park, call Medford Parks and Recreation at 541-774-2400 for more information.

Crater Rock Museum

541-664-6081
2002 Scenic Avenue
Central Point, OR

Website: www.craterrock.com
Email: info@craterrock.com

For children who are rock hounds, this is a must! The museum contains earth science specimens of the local area, crystals, gems and jewels, fossils, arrowheads, petrified wood, geodes, and more. Open Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays from 10 am to 4 pm. Free to the public.

Dogs for the Deaf

541-826-9220
10175 Wheeler Road 
Central Point, OR 97502

Website: www.dogsforthedeaf.org
Email: info@dogsforthedeaf.org

A unique experience for the whole family. Free tours and hearing ear dog demonstrations are available, along with small souvenirs for purchase.
The Dogs for the Deaf foundation rescues dogs from shelters and trains them to act as the eyes and the ears of people who have hearing complications. At the Dogs for the Deaf Camp, dogs learn to respond to household sounds such as smoke alarms, doorbells, etc. in order to assist the daily living of those who are hearing impaired. After 4-6 months of vigorous training, the dogs are placed nationwide with qualified candidates.

541-774-6324
Hwy 66 
Ashland, OR 97520

Every child loves a water slide! This one is giant and fun for all ages. Located at Emigrant Lake, this county park and reservoir is also popular for swimming and boating. Drive six miles south of Ashland on Hwy 66. Open summers, daily, 12 pm to 6:30 pm.

541-776-4021
Off of Jackson and Hawthorne 
Medford, OR 97501

PLAY & SWIM - One of Medford's many parks, Hawthorne Park is complete with an outdoor public swimming pool and fun play structures. Grab some "lunch-to-go" and head to the middle of Medford! For more information contact Medford Parks and Recreation at 541-774-2400.

541-855-1543
4303 Sardine Creek Road 
Gold Hill, OR 97525

Website: www.oregonvortex.com
Email: mystery@oregonvortex.com

THE OREGON VORTEX - Young "Nancy Drew" and "Hardy Boys" will love this real life House of Mystery! Inside, you can't stand up straight. You seem shorter when facing towards the south. A mystery? Not really. The Oregon Vortex is a spherical field of force, half above the ground and half below, and, by reason of this, the affected area is a circle. A guide demonstrates all of the unique phenomena of the Oregon Vortex.

541-779-3443
217A E Main Street 
Medford, OR 97501

Website: www.hotpots-oregon.com
Email: ron_flamm@msn.com

Medford's largest paint your own pottery place. A great family activity when you are looking for something to do to get out of the sun or rain.

541-776-4021
Off of West Jackson and Summit 
Medford, OR 97501

PLAY & SWIM - One of Medford's many parks, Jackson Park is complete with an outdoor public swimming pool and fun play structures. Grab some "lunch-to-go" and head to the corner of West Jackson and Summit! For more information contact Medford Parks and Recreation at 541-774-2400.

541-774-3900
1 East Main Street 
Medford, OR 97501

Website:  www.kidsunlimitedoforegon.org
Email: kidsunlmtd@hotmail.com

Kids Unlimited is a youth development agency and a performing art center. At Kids Unlimited, children from ages 6 to 18 can access an amazing array of resources ranging from free after school education programs and exciting low-cost summer camps to youth development sport leagues; arts, dance and video classes; entrepreneurial and leadership programs; and Southern Oregon’s only under-21 nightclub, where youth culture becomes the venue for positive choices about personal behavior.

772-9922
226 North Ross Lane
Medford OR 97501

Website: www.discoveryspace.org This new and exciting hands-on Center encourages children to create his/her own experience by using fun interactive educational exhibits. Kids of all ages are encouraged to exercise their imaginations and intelligence through creative play.

541-245-2755
2980 Crater Lake Hwy 
Medford, OR 97504

Website: www.lavalanes.com
Email: bowlmedford@lavalanes.com 

BOWLING - Medford's newest state of the art, smoke free facility, offering 40 synthetic lanes, cosmic bowling, private parties and the largest arcade in Medford!

541-774-2400
411 West 8th Street, Room 225
Medford, OR 97501

Website: www.ci.medford.or.us 
Email: parks@cityofmedford.org  

This guide is a listing of classes, sporting leagues and activities offered through the Medford Parks & Recreation department. You will find everything from Relaxation Arts to Financial Planning in this guide with dates and contact information.

Oregon Caves

541-592-3400
20,000 Caves Hwy 
Cave Junction, OR 97523

Visit online at: www.nps.gov/orca
Email: orca_interpretaion@nps.gov 

ADVENTURE UNDERGROUND - Tom Sawyer and Becky Thatcher would have loved this place! Your young "Tom" or "Becky" will discover a spectacular cave only 50 miles from Grants Pass. Explore the other "Land Down Under" and enjoy the breathtaking drive that takes you there! 

Pleasant View Farm - Llama Farm

888-705-Lama
972 Old Stage Road Central Point, OR 97502
Central Point, OR 97502

Website: www.wave.net/upg/jvillechamber/pleasantview/ 
Email:  pleasantviewfarm@grrtech.com

Pleasant View Farm is located in Oregon's beautiful Rogue Valley. We are dedicated to raising a herd of gentle, well-bred Bolivian llamas and Suri alpacas.
All of our llamas and suris are registered with the ILR and the ARI.  We invite you to call or send us e-mail to learn more about Pleasant View Farm. Of course, visitors are always welcome!

541-774-2400
Off Table Rock Road & Berrydale 
Medford, OR 97501

Website: www.ci.medford.or.us

TRAIN RIDES & EXHIBITS - Take a ride on miniature choo choos. These free steam train rides are for kids of all ages and offered by the Southern Oregon Live Steamers. Open April through October on the 2nd and 4th Sunday.

541-664-4263
1-A Penninger Road 
Central Point, OR 97502

Website: www.roguevalleyfamilyfun

MINIATURE GOLF, BUMPER BOATS, GO-CARTS, BATTING CAGES, ARCADE - This fun center is open 365 days a year and offers two 18-hole miniature golf courses, bumper boats, go-carts, batting cages, an arcade, Captain Jack's Playhouse, food, and more!

541-779-7874
1341-A Center Drive Medford, OR 97501
Medford, OR 97501

Website: www.ccountry.net  
Email: rvsg@ccountry.net

Gymnastics enthusiasts from preschool through age 18 can burn off excess energy in a series of weeklong camps June through August. Hours vary.  Programs range from recreation and dance to cheer stunts and include field trips and extended child care.

541-772-1400
2425 S Pacific Hwy 
Medford, OR 97501

ROLLER-SKATING - A fun way to spend an afternoon, complete with skating facilities, snack bar and rentals!

541-772-7171
2375 S Pacific Hwy 
Medford, OR 97501

BOWLING - One of three fine bowling establishments in Medford, offering league and open bowling and equipment at reasonable rates.

541-482-6767
1500 East Main Street 
Ashland, OR 97520

Website: www.scienceworksmuseum.org 
Email: staff@scienceworksmuseum.org  

ScienceWorks is a world-class interactive science museum featuring state-of-the-art exhibits, live performances and hands-on exploration for all ages. Located at 1500 East Main near Walker Ave in Ashland, just minutes from downtown. Plenty of free parking is available.

541-608-3863
1029 Narregan Street Medford, OR 97501
Medford, OR 97501

Website: www.slickkart.com   
Email: info@slickkart.com 

GO KART TRACK & ARCADE - Fun for the whole family! Southern Oregon's only indoor Go Kart Track, complete with arcade and rock climbing wall! Year around fun for all ages, come test your driving skills!

The Farm

535-1316
51 S. Stage Road, Medford OR

Website: www.visitthefarm.org 

Visit The Farm 51 South Stage Rd in Medford. Have a real farm experience as you pet our award winning farmyard animals and ride the pony carousel! For group rates, birthday parties, school tours,summer camp or events call 535-1316. Celebrate Christmas at The Farm, with Santa on the weekends. Get your stocking stuffers at our general store or buy one of our Fresh Cut Christmas Trees! All proceeds go to Kids and Critters 501(c)(3)not for profit organization.

 The RRRink

541-770-1177
1349 Center Drive 
Medford, OR 97501

Website:  www.therrrink.com   
Email: info@therrrink.com 

ICE SKATING - A cool way to spend the day! Medford's new hockey regulation ice rink located at the South Gateway. Rent skates, take lessons, or just have fun! Open daily.

800-355-4848
Safari Road 
Winston, OR 97496

Website:  www.wildlifesafari.org

Wildlife Safari, providing UNCAGED ADVENTURE since 1972. Located in Winston, Oregon, just 6 miles south of Roseburg, Wildlife Safari is a unique zoo experience in Southwest Oregon.

Behold and photograph over 500 exotic animals from around the world! As you drive through our 600 acres, you are the captive one and the animals roam free. After exploring the drive through section of the park, be sure to experience our amazing animal exhibits in the village. The Children's Petting Zoo will thrill you, the White Rhino Restaurant will feed you, and the Casbah Gift Shop will amaze you with its selection of souvenirs. This is a unique opportunity to see many different species in their natural habitat and closer than in traditional zoos.

Hours: Open every day except Christmas! (9am-6pm in the summer and 10am-4pm in the winter.)