State Capitol State Park
- Park
- Regional draw
- Salem
State Capitol State Park surrounds Oregon’s capitol setting in Salem with landscaped grounds, historic markers and fountains.
County-history plaques, a circle of state flags and the Moon Tree give a walk through the grounds a civic-history theme.
Use the state park’s walking guide to choose a route and check current notices. Fountain operation is seasonal, and a grounds visit is separate from entering the capitol building or joining a building tour. Bring drinking water: the park states that public drinking fountains are not available on the grounds. The photograph shows the capitol in its actual setting rather than promising interior access.
Visitor details reviewed October 26, 2026. Check official visitor information for current access, admission, and operating arrangements. View on OpenStreetMap.
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