SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department announced Friday that it's updating some visitor fees at select parks "as part of a broader, proactive effort to build a more resilient financial future for Oregon State Parks."

Starting Oct. 1, Oregon State Parks will no longer waive the parking fee at 21 additional day-use parks . The parking fee is currently $10 for in-state visitors and $12 out-of-state visitors.

Parks that will charge for parking starting Oct. 1 include La Pine State Park and Prineville Reservoir State Park.

The parking fee does not apply to visitors who walk, bike, use public transportation, have a valid hangtag from camping at an Oregon State Park or a 12 or 24-month parking permit . Currently, OPRD charges for parking at 25 parks and waive

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