Donated to the community in 1920, this cherished regional park is a beloved gem of nature in Bend. Shevlin Park features Tumalo Creek and it is home to miles of trails through its old-growth forest and high desert sage-covered lands.
Although the park has a paved road for maintenance access, most of the site remains undeveloped with basic park amenities.
There are three picnic sites, the Aspen shelter off the main parking area, two permanent restrooms, trails, creek access, and abundant nature viewing. On the east side of Shevlin Park Road, the park features Aspen Hall and the fishing pond, and is home to the district’s annual Cougar Camp each summer.
Tumalo Creek rambles through the park with several footbridges providing opportunities to access trails on both sides. On top of the ridge, visitors can view the creek and skyline, and connect to trails through the Shevlin Conservation Easement.
Covering Shevlin Park’s nearly 1,000 acres, featured trails include:
- Loop Trail: This 6-mile trail follows the canyon rim, runs through old growth ponderosa pine, includes a few short, steep hills and crosses Tumalo Creek twice.
- Tumalo Creek Trail: This 2.5-mile trail follows the creek upstream from the park entrance to the park’s southern end, joining the Deschutes National Forest trail system.
- Mountain Bike Trail: A preferred route for bikes, this trail is also open to hikers. The trail follows the canyon and links with the Forest Service Mrazek Trail. Riders may also take the east road to the Forest Service trail system.
Please respect the park’s wildlife and keep your dogs on-leash at all times within Shevlin Park and its trails.