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Lithia Park walking paths

Creek, gardens and shaded paths close to downtown, plus connections to longer park trails.

Footbridge over Ashland Creek in Lithia ParkLITHIA PARK WALKING PATHS · SOUTHERN OREGON
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The route

What the walk involves

Start near downtown Ashland and choose a park path beside Ashland Creek, or follow the city's map toward a longer uphill connection. This is a network with several entrances rather than a single measured loop, so choose the return before climbing away from the creek.

Creek, gardens and shaded paths close to downtown, plus connections to longer park trails.

On the ground

What makes this trail distinct

The creek, footbridges and shaded park interior make this a different outing from the steeper watershed trails above it. Verify the route and interior dog restrictions on Ashland's current map; park pathways and trail connections do not all have the same surface.

Access and preparation

Before you set out

Use the city's walking and hiking maps. Dogs are restricted in the park interior.

Use the City of Ashland trail information ↗ for the latest route map, trailhead access, permitted uses and notices. Conditions can change after our review; if a junction or sign disagrees with this guide, follow the current land-manager guidance.

Footbridge over Ashland Creek in Lithia Park
Photo: Finetooth · CC BY-SA 3.0. Cropped to fit.
Further reading

Maps, descriptions and video

Start with the managing agency for access and rules. The additional descriptions and videos below offer another look at the area; they do not replace an official map.

Route and source details reviewed September 27, 2026. Mileage labels preserve the land manager's distinction between one-way segments, round trips, loops and full trail networks. Conditions and closures require a fresh check before travel.