🏆 Official Guide: TouVelle State Recreation Site — A popular day-use park on the Rogue River at the foot of the Table Rocks in Oregon’s Rogue Valley — featuring riverside swimming, fishing for rainbow trout, salmon, and steelhead, picnic shelters, a boat ramp, and access to the Denman Wildlife Refuge.
TouVelle State Recreation Site sits along the banks of the Rogue River at the base of the geologically dramatic Table Rocks, about 9 miles north of Medford, Oregon. It’s one of the Rogue Valley’s premier day-use parks — a gathering spot for families, anglers, and boaters with shaded picnic areas, direct river access, and connections to the adjacent Denman Wildlife Refuge.
Visitor Information
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | 9 mi N of Medford, OR — at the foot of Table Rocks |
| Type | Day-use only — no camping |
| Parking Fee | $10/vehicle — year-round |
| Hours | Daylight hours — year-round |
| Dogs | Off-leash dog area available |
Fishing
| Species | Season |
|---|---|
| Rainbow Trout | Year-round (stocked by ODFW) |
| Chinook Salmon | Seasonal runs |
| Steelhead | Seasonal runs |
Activities
| Activity | Details |
|---|---|
| Picnicking | Multiple shelters (small & large) — some with electricity/water |
| Swimming | Rogue River access — natural swimming |
| Fishing | Trout, salmon, steelhead — Oregon license required |
| Boating | Boat ramp — direct Rogue River access |
| Hiking | 2-mile trail + adjacent Denman Wildlife Refuge |
| Bird Watching | Denman Wildlife Refuge — diverse migratory species |
| Volleyball / Horseshoes | Courts on-site |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I camp at TouVelle?
No — TouVelle is a day-use-only recreation site. For camping in the Rogue Valley, consider nearby options like Valley of the Rogue State Park or Joseph P. Stewart State Recreation Area.
How much does it cost to visit TouVelle?
Day-use parking is $10 per vehicle, year-round. Permits can be purchased on-site via QR code or online. Picnic shelter reservations are available up to 6 months in advance through the Oregon State Parks reservation system.
Make it a road trip: Pair a visit with Valley of the Rogue State Park (a short drive away) or Joseph H. Stewart State Recreation Area (within about an hour’s drive).
Park Location
Plan your gear for TouVelle State Park
From our editorial guides, matched to this park’s activities:
Top Tours & Activities Near Ashland
from $50
from $149
from $110