12/07/2025
Share the news! Grants Pass has the FIRST certified forest therapy trail in Oregon AND in the entire PNW! Let's celebrate our awesome new certified trail!
You’re invited to the dedication and opening of the newly certified Forest Therapy Trail at Fish Hatchery Park!
The EcoRECOVERY Trail is now officially certified through the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy—and we’re proud to share that it is the FIRST certified trail in the state of Oregon and the ONLY certified trail in the entire Pacific Northwest!
A certified forest therapy trail is a specially designated path within nature, assessed and approved by organizations like the Association of Nature & Forest Therapy (ANFT), designed to facilitate slow, sensory-rich experiences (forest bathing) for healing, stress reduction, and deep connection with the environment.
These trails prioritize safety, biodiversity, accessibility, and thoughtful design (like gentle slopes, water access, varied plants) to support both guided walks with trained guides and self-guided exploration, using sensory "invitations" to engage people with nature.
This global certification was made possible through the incredible support of our community partners including everyone who has come out to our monthly events.
Come celebrate with us and check out this amazing trail and the beautiful new signage, and grab a cupcake before you leave!
And stay tuned—new additions are coming soon, including benches and self-guided forest therapy signs and brochures.
See you at the trail head!
Even better—join us for free guided forest therapy walks on the last Sunday of each month.
Have questions or want to book a private guided forest therapy walk? Reach out anytime at info@ecorecovery.health
To learn more about other certified trails around the world check out the certified trails map at: https://anft.earth/trails-overview/
