Photo: Ian Poellet, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
🌤 Weather at Casey State Recreation Site by season
| Spring | Summer | Fall | Winter |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34–72 °F | 47–90 °F | 34–84 °F | 31–54 °F |
Each range runs from the coldest monthly average low to the warmest monthly average high in that season (1991-2020 climate normals), measured at Lost Creek Dam, 1 mi away, elevation 1,580 ft. Conditions at the park can differ from the station, especially where elevation differs — check a forecast before you go.
🏆 Day-use park on the upper Rogue River off the Crater Lake Highway — boat ramp, riverside picnic lawns and salmon, steelhead and trout fishing.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Jackson County, Oregon |
| Entry Fee | Free (no parking fee) |
About Casey State Recreation Site
Casey State Recreation Site is a day-use park on the Rogue River off Oregon Route 62 (Crater Lake Highway), about 29 miles northeast of Medford, operated by Jackson County Parks as Casey Park since April 2021 under an agreement with Oregon State Parks. The site has a boat ramp, picnic tables on a lawn by the river and a restroom. There is no drinking water.
The park is named for J. A. Casey, who lived here as a squatter while the land was still federal property and ran a small restaurant, store and wood cabins. According to Oregon State Parks, the federal government later paid him $500 and offered him the job of caretaker for the new Casey State Park. The state acquired the land between 1937 and 1975, and the Civilian Conservation Corps built the first picnic and river-access facilities in the 1930s. The original CCC park sign was refurbished in 2013.
Things to Do
Most people come here to fish or to get on the river. Jackson County Parks names salmon, steelhead and trout as the catch, and you can launch a drift boat or raft from the ramp, or simply picnic on the tree-ringed lawn by the water. For current runs and regulations, check the ODFW fishing report for the Southwest Zone.
If you bring a motorboat, know the Oregon State Marine Board rule for this stretch: since February 1, 2025, motors over 15 horsepower are not allowed on the main stem of the Rogue above Dodge Bridge County Park, between Fishers Ferry County Park and Lost Creek Dam (OAR 250-020-0151). The Marine Board posted signs about the rule at the Casey ramp.
Getting There
Located off Oregon Route 62 (Crater Lake Highway) about 29 miles northeast of Medford in Jackson County. The day-use area and boat ramp are open year-round during daylight hours. No parking fee.
Insider Tips
Bring water: There is no drinking water at Casey, only a restroom. Daylight only: The day-use area and boat ramp are open year-round during daylight hours. Elevation: Jackson County lists the site at 1,676 feet.
Best Time to Visit
Summer: Warm and dry; the nearest NOAA station at Lost Creek Dam averages summer highs around 90°F (1991–2020 normals). Spring and fall: Highs in the 70s and 80s with cold nights near freezing. Winter: Average highs around 54°F, and the ramp stays open in daylight. Any season: Fishing depends on the runs, so check the ODFW report before you go.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a fee to park at Casey State Recreation Site?
No. Jackson County Parks, which has run the site since April 2021, lists no parking fee (as of October 2026).
Who runs Casey State Recreation Site?
Jackson County Parks runs it as Casey Park under an intergovernmental agreement with the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.
Is there drinking water at Casey State Recreation Site?
No. The site has a restroom, picnic tables and a boat ramp, but no drinking water, so bring your own.
Wildlife & Nature
Casey sits on the upper Rogue River a short way below Lost Creek Lake, where the river runs past picnic lawns ringed with trees. Salmon, steelhead and trout are what most visitors come for (Jackson County Parks).
More parks in Oregon: Joseph H. Stewart State Recreation Area and Prospect State Scenic Viewpoint. See the full Oregon state parks guide.
🐾 Dogs & Pets at Casey State Recreation Site
Park policy: Since April 2021, Casey State Recreation Site has been run by Jackson County Parks as Casey Park under an agreement with the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department. Jackson County's park code (Chapter 1064) says pets are not permitted in any county park except in areas specifically designated, and that pets in those areas must be on a secure leash no longer than five feet. We could not find whether the county has designated areas for pets at Casey Park (as of October 2026), so check the signs or ask Jackson County Parks before you bring a dog.
- Pets allowed?
- Only in areas Jackson County designates for pets, on a leash no longer than 5 feet
Are dogs allowed at Casey State Recreation Site?
Only in areas Jackson County designates for pets, on a leash no longer than 5 feet.
More: Oregon state parks guide · Dog rules in all 50 states compared
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