Nicol Sanctuary
In early 2018, Willamette Riverkeeper received a wonderful donation of 107 acres of riverside land to be known as The Nicol Sanctuary. This WR Greenway property is a few miles downstream of Willamette Mission State Park in Yamhill County.
We have been removing invasive weeds from the property, and are developing plans for additional habitat restoration work and hiking trails. Currently, you may enjoy a primitive campsite fit for a small group on the large gravel bar (during the dry season) or just inside the tree line where you can enjoy more shade.
We also have a new hiking loop posted at RM 63.5 that you can explore.
Laura Conroy Sep 4, 2021
We loved stopping here on our trip over labor day. Such a treasure.
Doug Decker Sep 5, 2023
Beautiful bend of the river, we camped (and swam) at the far downstream end of the arc, out of sight and sound of a family camped on the upstream end. Plenty of room. Be sure to listen for the owls which patrol this stretch in the early morning.