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Surge in popularity forcing most of 6,000-acre state park to close until fall 2027
Surge in popularity forcing most of 6,000-acre state park to close until fall 2027
Surge in popularity forcing most of 6,000-acre state park to close until fall 2027

Published on: 10/26/2026

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Established in 1963, Banning State Park is located near Sandstone and covers more than 6,000 acres along the Kettle River.

Most of state park that has seen its annual visitation triple since 2020 is set to close for several months.

News Source : https://www.oregonlive.com/nation/2026/10/surge-in-popularity-forcing-most-of-6000-acre-state-park-to-close-until-fall-2027.html

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