Oredson Todd Woods

Oredson Todd Woods is a forested park and trail area on the edge of Ashland, offering a quiet, shaded escape with classic Southern Oregon woodland scenery. Visitors come here for walking, hiking, trail running, and a quick nature break close to town, with a network of paths that can connect to broader trail systems in the area. It’s a good choice if you want an easy-to-reach outdoor spot with a more natural, less developed feel than a city park.

History

Oredson Todd Woods is a preserved urban forest area in Ashland that was protected through local conservation efforts and later named for the Oredson and Todd families, reflecting the community’s role in keeping the hillside wooded and accessible for public recreation. It is now managed as a natural open space and trail area rather than a built park, which helps maintain its forest character.

Expert notes

• Check trail conditions after rain; shaded forest sections can stay slick longer than expected.
• Bring water and a map or trail app if you plan to explore beyond the main paths.
• Expect limited amenities compared with a developed park; this is primarily a natural trail area.