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Oregon Moves to Secure Abiqua Falls for Future Generations

3/15/2026

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Oregon may secure Abiqua Falls, a 92-foot waterfall with 40 surrounding acres, privately owned and listed for sale on Redfin.
State Senator Fred Girod advocates preserving the site to protect natural places for future generations.
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has secured about $2 million to purchase the land.
The bill awaits Governor Tina Kotek's signature.
Girod said the project is a highlight of his two-decade legislative career.

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Story summary

Oregon may secure Abiqua Falls, a 92-foot waterfall with 40 surrounding acres, privately owned and listed for sale on Redfin.
State Senator Fred Girod advocates preserving the site to protect natural places for future generations.
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has secured about $2 million to purchase the land.
The bill awaits Governor Tina Kotek's signature.
Girod said the project is a highlight of his two-decade legislative career.