FAQ - Facilities

A. Reservations at Eagle Landing Park are only for special use events.

A. No, there is no concessions at Eagle Landing Park.

A. No, there are not sanitation facilities at Eagle Landing Park.

A. Yes. Washington County leash laws apply at Eagle Landing Park.

A. Yes, you can park your canoe/kayak trailer at Eagle Landing Park, but only for the time the watercraft is in use.

A. Yes, fishing is allowed at Eagle Landing Park. Refer to State of Oregon fishing and hunting regulations.

A. No, hunting is not allowed at Eagle Landing Park.

A. No, there is no user fee for Eagle Landing Park.

A. No. There is no overnight camping at Eagle Landing Park.

A. Hours of operation at Eagle Landing Park is sunrise to sunset, every day of the year.

A. Yes,animals are allowed at Hagg Lake Park, but please refer all questions to animal control.

A. Yes, boats are available for rent at Hagg Lake Park. Please contact Lunch Express and Boat Rental at (503) 927-5489.

A. No, Hagg Lake Park does not contain any "developed" recreational facilities such as softball fields or playground equipment at this time.

A. Washington County does not directly offer recreational equipment for rent at Hagg Lake Park. Contact Lunch Express and Boat Rentals at (503) 927-5489 for recreational equipment rental information through them.

A. Hagg Lake Park is located 25 mile southwest of Portland (near Forest Grove). The physical address to the Park is 50250 SW Scoggins Valley Road, Gaston, OR 97119.

A. For Hagg Lake Park site availability, description of the various (4) facilities offered, and price estimates, simply call (503) 846-8715, Monday through Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Reservation applications should be sent to: Washington County Support Services Facilities and Parks Services Division 169 N. First Avenue Hillsboro, OR 97124, Attention: Park Reservations, Mail Stop #42.

A. Water quality is tested weekly at Hagg Lake in search of any harmful contaminates. Water samples from three (3) separate locations at the Lake are sent to the Oregon Health Division Center for Public Health Laboratories. We are happy to report that the levels of contaminates in the water are very low and do not pose a health threat to recreational users of the Lake. Please check out the following website for tips on Healthy Swimming: http://www.cdc.gov/healthyswimming/.

A. Season passes for Hagg Lake Park are sold in the following increments:
Vehicle Passes -- $50.00
Boat Passes -- $55.00
Senior Citizen Passes -- $35.00 (Vehicle or Boat)
Second Pass -- $20.00
Season passes are vehicle specific and may not be transferred between multiple vehicles. A second pass option is available at a reduced rate for a second vehicle for the same patron. All passes must be properly displayed in your vehicle at all times to avoid a citation while in the Park during the operating season.

A. Prices at Hagg Lake Park vary according to your requirements and the purpose of your reservation. Please contact (503) 846-8715 for assistance.
General reservations require a refundable security deposit, plus a non-refundable reservation fee, based on the site selected and the number of people in your group.
Special Use Event Reservations (i.e. - commercial film shoots, large scale events) require a refundable security deposit, a non-refundable reservation fee, and additional charges based on the event.

A. Daily passes for Hagg Lake Park are only sold at the Park Entrance Fee Booth located at Scoggins Valley Park/Henry Hagg Lake. There are no retail outlet sales available for day passes. There is also an automated machine, at the Park Fee Booth, where you may purchase day passes when an attendant does not occupy the fee booth.
Daily passes are sold in the following increments (Credit/Debit cards are not accepted at the Park, so please plan accordingly):
Vehicle Daily Pass -- $5.00 (Regular/Senior Citizens)
Vehicle with Boat Daily Pass -- $6.00 (Regular/Senior Citizens)
All passes must be properly displayed in your vehicle at all times to avoid a citation while in the Park during the operating season

A. Yes, alcohol is allowed in Hagg Lake Park.
Please check with the Parks Supervisor for the particulars. You are responsible for yourself and your guests when alcohol is involved.
The Park is patrolled by the Washington County Sheriff's Office, the Oregon State Police, and by Park Rangers.
Catered events, where an alcohol server/bartender is preparing and serving drinks, require a permit from the Washington County Health Department.

A. Hagg Lake Park is open sunrise to sunset starting the first Saturday of March through the Sunday before Thanksgiving.

A. Hagg Lake Park has many options and types. Please refer to the Facilities page of the website for more details.

A. The Park Advisory Board is comprised of community members that provide advice on the maintenance, operations, and capital development needs of Scoggins Valley Park/Henry Hagg Lake. Traditionally, members are appointed from all Commissioner districts.
For more information, or to download an application, please visit the Boards and Commissions site.

A. Hagg Lake Park boasts a wide variety of outdoor activities. Please refer to the Activities page of the website for a detailed list.

A. The Hagg Lake Park is especially well suited towards water sports activities. Please refer to the Activities page of the website for a more detailed listing.

A. Hagg Lake season passes and brochures are available at the following locations:
Hillsboro Hanks #2 - Photo Counter, 661 SE Baseline, Hillsboro, OR 97124 (503) 648-5122
Grande Foods Cornelius, 1619 N. Adair, Cornelius, OR 97113 (503) 359-0333
Lake Stop Store, 8015 SW Old Hwy 47, Gaston, OR 97116 (503) 357-4270
The Fee Booth at Hagg Lake also sells season passes and offers brochures. The fee booth operates from opening weekend, the first Saturday in March, through end of season, the Sunday prior to Thanksgiving in November.
Please note, only cash and checks are accepted at the Park fee booth.

A. Cell phone coverage is spotty at Scoggins Valley Park/Henry Hagg Lake. There are pay phones located at both Boat Ramp A and Boat Ramp C. The Lakestop store also has a pay phone.

A. Yes. Your party is responsible for the clean-up at Metzger Park.

A. No, linens, dishware or eating utensils are not provided at Metzger Park Hall.

A. Full payment of the hourly charge and security deposit will reserve the date for your event at Metzger Park. Reservations are taken on a "first come, first served" basis.

A. Metzger Park Hall can accommodate about 200 total. The facilities at Metzger Park Hall include:
One 1,200 square foot room with a sliding glass doors that leads to a patio area. This room can accommodate 100-150 people.
One 600 square foot room, with sliding glass doors, that leads to the beautiful Park outside. This room can accommodate 50-75.

A. Yes. Music is allowed as long as it is not so loud that it bothers the neighbors at Metzger Park.

A. Yes, at Metzger Park there is a three hour minimum. Set up and clean up time is included in the time that you pay for.

A. Yes.
Information on Park reservations for Metzger Local Improvement District Park and Scoggins Valley Park/Henry Hagg Lake can be obtained by dialing the Facilities and Parks Services Business Office at (503) 846-8715.
The direct dial number for the Park Headquarters of Scoggins Valley Park/Henry Hagg Lake is (503) 359-5732. The Parks Supervisor and Park Rangers may be reached at this number as well.

A. At Metzger Park, you must furnish your own food, either catered or brought in.
Beer, wine, champagne is allow in cans or bottles only. Hard liquor or kegs are not allowed.
Does Metzger Park Hall have access to tables and chairs?
Yes. There are fifteen, 6 foot rectangular tables and 125 folding chairs available for your use.

A. Metzger Park Hall is equipped with a kitchen that includes a stove, refrigerator, microwave, and 100 cup coffee pot.

A. Charges are $70/hr for the first seven hours.
$85/hr for the eighth hour and beyond.
Weekend (Saturday and Sunday) and holiday charges are $90/hour for the first seven hours and $95 for the eighth hour and beyond.
The security deposit of $200, is refundable if all cleaning guidelines and requirements have been met.

A. The hall at Metzger Park must be cleaned and emptied out by 11PM (Monday through Thursday) and by midnight (Friday through Sunday).

A. To set up a time to view Metzger Park Hall contact Darcy Erdman at 503-708-6765.

A. Yes.
Washington County operates and maintains three parks within its boundaries.
Metzger Park Local Improvement District, located at 8400 S.W. Hemlock, Portland, OR 97223
Scoggins Valley Park/Henry Hagg Lake, located at 50250 SW Scoggins Valley Rd. Gaston, OR 97119
Eagle Landing, 1/2 acre canoe & kayak access port on the Tualatin River, located at 26001 SW Rainbow Lane, Hillsboro, OR 97123
General Park information on County operated Parks can be obtained by dialing (503) 846-8715.
For information on other Parks within Washington County, please refer to the following listing:
Parks located within the jurisdiction of a city limit - please contact the Parks Department of the city in question (i.e. - City of Forest Grove, City of Hillsboro, etc...) for information. You can find the phone numbers in the blue pages of your local phone directories.
Parks located outside the city limits within Washington County, other than Metzger L.I.D. Park or Scoggins Valley Park/Henry Hagg Lake, please contact the Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District at (503) 645-6433.

A. Yes.
Information on Park reservations for Metzger Local Improvement District Park and Scoggins Valley Park/Henry Hagg Lake can be obtained by dialing the Facilities and Parks Services Business Office at (503) 846-8715.
The direct dial number for the Park Headquarters of Scoggins Valley Park/Henry Hagg Lake is (503) 359-5732. The Parks Supervisor and Park Rangers may be reached at this number as well.

A. Registration for the real property auction is taken at the day of the auction at the door to the auction. No preregistration is required.

A. The real property auctions are held in the Charles D. Cameron Public Services Building Auditorium. Located at 155 N. First Ave., Hillsboro, Oregon 97124.

A. There is no pre-registration for the real property auction. Registration occurs at the door the day of the auction.

A. Washington County refers to over the counter sales as private sales. Real property that did not sale at a previous real property auction may be sold through a private sale.

A. No, the mortgage foreclosure auctions are not conducted by Washington County. Mortgage foreclosure real property auctions are conducted by a Trustee appointed by the Mortgage Company. Typically, the only involvement Washington County has with the mortgage foreclosures is recording of the documents. The Washington County, Department of Assessment & Taxation, Recording Division, can be contacted at 503.846.8752 regarding a mortgage foreclosure property or you can visit this department and do research on the mortgage foreclosures. The Department of Assessment & Taxation, Recording Division, is located at 155 North First Avenue, Room 130, Hillsboro, OR.

A. To be notified of the next real property auction you can either send an email to: teresa_wilson@co.washington.or.us stating you would like to be notified of the next real property auction; or you can send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: 169 N First Avenue/MS42, Hillsboro, OR 97124; or leave a voice message at 503.846.3491 with your name and address. 

A. Any person interested in bidding on real property offered for sale at the oral public auction must register to bid at the door. Bidding begins at the minimum bid established in notice of sale and continues incrementally until no more bids are offered. The successful bidder must make ten percent deposit of the purchase price at the time of sale and sign a Certificate of Sale Agreement. The balance of the purchase price is due at closing, which is typically within 30 to 60 days from the date of the auction.

A. The minimum bid for the real property auction properties for tax foreclosed properties is typically established at 70 percent of the assessed Real Market Value (RMV) for the real property. 

A. The real property auctions are held whenever there is property available for sale. At this time, there is no specific date when the auction occurs. 

A. No, the ten percent deposit for purchase of the real property at auction is not refundable.

A. If the property does not receive any offers at public auction, the county may choose to hold the property for the next real property auction or it may be sold through a private sale. Aprivate sale is when an interested person submits a written offer for the property. Acceptance of the offer is subject to Board of Commissioner approval and must meet the requirements of Oregon Revised Statute (ORS) 275.200.

A. If the property being sold at the real property auction is a tax foreclosed parcel of land a Quit Claim Deed is given. If the property being sold at the real property auction is other than tax foreclosed property, a Bargain and Sale Deed is typically given.

A. Washington County accepts cash or check for the ten percent deposit at the real property auction. The final amount due for the real property auction purchase must be in the form of a cashier’s check.

A. No, the State of Oregon is a Tax Deed state rather than a tax lien state. Only the property owner and any lienholder(s) have the right to redeem the property from tax foreclosure.

A. No, the previous owner of a tax foreclosed parcel of land does not have any rights to the property. All rights were relinquished once the deed to the property transferred to Washington County.