Dorris Ranch Orchards entrance

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.

Ice Storm Clean-Up Information

Most main walkways and paved paths have been cleared. The main gravel path through the orchard is open and cleared to Middle Fork Path. The orchards adjacent to the main gravel path and all other nature trails remain closed. 

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.

Upcoming Treatments 

Dorris Ranch will be closed starting Thursday, March 21, and is expected to reopen Friday, March 22, at 5 p.m. to treat the orchards for Eastern Filbert Blight using Gem 500 SC fungicide. The closure includes the park, orchard, trailhead, and part of the Middle Fork Path. This treatment is weather-dependent, and the specific dates may change. Check park signs for updates and more information. 

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.

  • emoji_nature Natural area
  • local_parking Parking
  • table_restaurant Picnic table
  • wc Restroom
  • directions_walk Paved multi-use path
  • history_edu National historic site
  • hiking Trails
  • holiday_village Living history village
  • warehouse Barn
Mo-Su dawn to dusk
Gate closes at dusk. Closed 3/21-3/22.
(541) 736-4544

Location

205 Dorris Street
Springfield , OR
Directions