Dorris Ranch

Dorris Ranch is a large, 268-acre park and commercial filbert orchard just south of Downtown Springfield. Dorris Ranch features miles of gravel, paved, and natural-surface trails that weave through riparian woodland and oak prairie habitats. Dorris Ranch also serves as the western access point of the paved, 4-mile long Middle Fork Path, which runs to Clearwater Park. 

Dorris Ranch is recognized as the first commercial filbert orchard (started in 1892) in the United States and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. More than half of all the commercial filbert trees now growing in the U.S. originated from Dorris Ranch nursery stock.

Closures and Treatment Information

To ensure the health of the historic filbert orchards at Dorris Ranch, Willamalane applies regulated fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides recommended by Oregon State University and the Oregon Department of Agriculture. Willamalane does not use Class 1 (“Danger” label) or Class 2 (‘Warning” label) products when treating the orchards. To receive email notifications for Dorris Ranch closures, sign up here.

Ice Storm Clean-Up Information

The graveled paths and natural-surface trail from the main area, through the orchard, and along the river that connects to the Middle Fork Path is open. The oak woodland trail is also open. All other paths and orchard areas are still closed while we assess the best way to handle the extensive damage to the orchards and forested areas.

Living History

The Living History Village is available for school field trips. Costumed living history interpreters lead school-age students through a historical adventure, emphasizing relationships between people, the environment, and the past. Learn more about the Living History program here.