Our Mission
The mission of the Hood River Valley Parks + Recreation District is to provide recreational opportunities to the citizens of the Park District, with focus on the youth of our community. Facilities and programs will be developed and maintained to provide safe and economical recreational environments for all users.
What does Parks & Rec do?
Hood River Valley Parks & Recreation District (HRVPRD) serves almost all of Hood River County (the City of Cascade Locks is excluded). The district began in 1988 to take over the 1940s-era public pool from the City of Hood River, when it could no longer operate it. In 1992, HRVPRD expanded its role to include parks, trails, and recreation services without raising the tax rate.
Today the district:
Operates and maintains the Hood River Aquatic Center, including swim lessons and other aquatic programs.
Develops and maintains parks and trails across the county.
Offers youth and adult recreation programs (added in 2021).
Although the City and County of Hood River also run parks within their boundaries, HRVPRD has been the main creator of new parks in the county since 2002.
HRVPRD is governed by a five-member board of directors. Each member is elected at-large by district voters to a four-year term.
The District has a five-member Board of Directors, elected by the citizens of the District. The District includes all of Hood River County, excluding the City of Cascade Locks.