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Resource Guide For Fun Stuff To Do With Kids In Southern Oregon

Updated: Jun 26




🎹 Museums For Kids Has Indoor & Outdoor

Adventures

  1. Children’s Museum of Southern Oregon (Medford)A hands-on museum featuring interactive exhibits perfect for toddlers and preschoolers.🔗 childrensmuseumso.org



  1. ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum (Ashland)Offers interactive science exhibits and a dedicated space for younger children.🔗 scienceworksmuseum.org

🌳 Outdoor Fun

  1. Medford Railroad ParkEnjoy miniature train rides and explore railroad exhibits. Open 2nd and 4th Sundays, April–October.🔗 medfordoregon.gov

  2. Lithia Park (Ashland)A beautiful park with playgrounds, duck ponds, and walking trails suitable for young children.🔗 ashland.or.us

  3. TouVelle State Recreation Site (Central Point)Offers picnic areas and shallow river access for safe water play.🔗 oregonstateparks.org

  4. Riverside Park, Grants Pass


🎉 Seasonal Events & Festivals

  1. Children’s Festival (Jacksonville)An annual event featuring arts, crafts, and performances designed for young children.🔗 storytellingguild.org

  2. Jackson County Fair (Central Point)Family-friendly fair with rides, games, and exhibits suitable for young kids.🔗 attheexpo.com


đŸŸ Animal Encounters

  1. Wildlife Images Rehabilitation & Education Center (Grants Pass)Offers guided tours to see and learn about rescued animals.🔗 wildlifeimages.org

  2. ScienceWorks Hands-On Museum (Ashland)In addition to indoor exhibits, they offer outdoor spaces where children can explore nature.🔗 scienceworksmuseum.org


🍓 U-Pick Farms & Markets

  1. Rogue Valley Growers & Crafters MarketSeasonal markets with fresh produce and often live music or activities for kids.🔗 rvgrowersmarket.com

  2. Pheasant Fields Farm (Medford)Offers seasonal u-pick opportunities and family-friendly events.🔗 pheasantfieldsfarm.com


🧗 Adventure & Play Centers

  1. Rogue Rock Gym (Medford)Offers climbing opportunities suitable for young children with proper supervision.🔗 roguerockgym.com

  2. Kid Time Children's Museum (Medford)An interactive play space designed for children up to age 10.🔗 kid-time.orgthis will be for kiddos


đŸŠâ€â™€ïž Water & Recreation Centers

14. Rogue X (Medford)Rogue X is a state-of-the-art aquatics and event center with indoor pools, interactive water play areas, and even a lazy river, making it ideal for little kids (with parent supervision). It’s clean, well-designed, and open year-round—perfect for burning off energy rain or shine!

🔗 roguexmedford.com


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  Kid Parks With Fun Play Structures & Water Features 💩 


🌾 Ashland

  •       Lithia Park Iconic 93-acre park with a large play structure, duck ponds, walking trails, and Japanese garden.🧒 Great for all ages in a beautiful, natural setting.

  • Garfield Park 🌊

    • Neighborhood park with a fun playground and a splash pad during warmer months.💩 Water feature: Splash pad.

    🌿 Jacksonville

    Doc Griffin Park

    • Sweet, centrally located neighborhood park with a modern play structure, picnic tables, and lots of grass.đŸ§ș A calm and charming space for younger kids.

    🌳 Phoenix

    Colver Road Park

    • 5-acre community park with two play areas, grassy fields, picnic spots, and horseshoe pits.đŸšŽâ€â™€ïž Good mix of active and relaxed play space.

    đŸžïžÂ Medford

    Bear Creek Park 🌊

    • The region’s largest playground with ziplines, tunnels, rope climbs, and a spray park.💩 Water feature: Seasonal spray area.

    Lone Pine Park

    • Nature-inspired play zone with climbing rocks, slides, and a sandy play area for sensory play.đŸ§—â€â™‚ïž Great for adventurous kiddos.

    🚜 Central Point

    Robert Pfaff Park

    • Charming park with a bright red barn-themed play structure and grassy picnic areas.🐼 Big hit with little ones!

    Don Jones Memorial Park 🌊

    • Large playground and open space with a splash pad, athletic fields, and covered picnic areas.💩 Water feature: Splash pad.

    🍃 Grants Pass

    Indian Mary Park

    • Beautifully located on the Rogue River with playgrounds, river access, and lots of room to explore.đŸ›¶


  • There Are Lavendar Festivals, Chalk Festivals, Parades, Toy Stores, Ice Cream Stores, Candy Stores, Places To Pet Animals, Fish, Swim & Hike Galore....And so much more!!!


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