Ashland and the Rogue Valley
Selected as a top 10 finalist in Outside magazine’s search for the “Best Town in America,” Ashland is a culturally rich mecca for tourism, entertainment, entrepreneurship, and breathtaking outdoor experiences.
Lithia Park – Ashland’s Crown Jewel
Lithia Park, located in the hub of Downtown Ashland, is a 93-acre vista featuring emerald-green lawns, tennis courts (pickleball), a sand-pit volleyball court, picnic areas, colorful landscaping and playground equipment. Summertime in Ashland brings a wealth of entertaining events to Lithia Park (including popular Park Nature Walks.)
In American Planning Association – Great American Places 2014, Lithia Park was designated as one of the top ten Great American Spaces by the American Planning Association.
The park follows Ashland Creek through undeveloped woodlands and includes an elegant Japanese garden, two duck ponds, a formal rose garden, groves of sycamore trees, and a bandshell for live entertainment. Bountiful hiking trails winding into forested mountains are easily accessible from Lithia Park.
SOU Visitors and Community
Southern Oregon University is a proud member of the Rogue Valley Community and the City of Ashland, Oregon. Our treasured partnerships with neighbors, local businesses, and organizations help our beautiful campus thrive. We are proud to offer a host of programs and events open to the public, fostering community engagement and encouraging cultural diversity in the Southern Oregon region. Visit our “Friends of SOU” page and check out our list of affiliated partners and programs.
Just 15 minutes north of Ashland,
Medford
offers an international airport, shopping, corporate internships, and more.
SOU students ride the local bus system FREE
Medford is a city in Jackson County, Oregon, United States. As of July 1, 2014, the city had a total population of 78,557 and a metropolitan area population of 208,545, making the Medford MSA the 4th largest metro area in Oregon.
