Cascadia State Park, South Santiam River
River · Oregon
About this swimming hole
The South Santiam River's classic tubing and swimming park, where a gentle river slides through a shady old-growth grove. It's one of the most beginner-friendly river swims in the Cascades, with calm water and plenty of riverside grass.
Good to know
| Water type | River |
|---|---|
| Water temperature | 55-60 in summer |
| Best season | July-September |
| Fees | Oregon State Parks day-use fee |
| Reservations required | No |
| Hours | daylight hours |
| Parking | day-use lot; busy tubing weekends |
| Amenities | restrooms, picnic tables, campground |
| County | Linn County |
| Nearest town | Cascadia |
| Safety notes | no lifeguard; stay with your tube; water warms only by mid-summer |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Cascadia State Park, South Santiam River require reservations?
No reservations are required at Cascadia State Park, South Santiam River based on current information — but verify before you go.
Is there a fee to visit Cascadia State Park, South Santiam River?
Reported fee info: Oregon State Parks day-use fee. Fees can change — confirm with the official link.
When is the best time to visit Cascadia State Park, South Santiam River?
The best season is typically July-September.
⚠️ Verify before you go. Conditions, fees, reservations, and access can change — confirm details with the official link before visiting. Last verified: September 2026