Get out and explore nature in 2026! Enjoy free parking at Oxbow and Blue Lake regional parks, Broughton Beach, M. James Gleason Memorial Boat Ramp and Chinook Landing Marine Park on 19 days in 2026.
The dates for 2026 free parking days are:
- Jan.1, 15 and 19
- Feb. 16 and 19
- March 19
- April 16
- May 21
- June 18 and 19
- July 16
- Aug. 20
- Sept. 17
- Oct. 12 and 15
- Nov. 11, 19 and 27
- Dec. 17
Parking at all other Metro parks and boat ramps is free year-round.
