About the Department of State Lands

Three things have remained the same since our founding at statehood: The State Land Board guides our work, we send revenue to Oregon’s K-12 public schools, and we help public waterways thrive. 

But much has changed since 1859, too. 

Priorities for the Department's two divisions have expanded to include sustainability of these lands and waters for generations. The Land Management Division manages for resilience to wildfire, drought, invasive species, and other climate-related threats. The Aquatic Resource Management Division works to support the health and safety of Oregon waterways and ensure that Oregon has zero net loss of wetlands. In projects throughout the state, we collaborate with Oregon’s nine federally recognized Tribal governments.

There’s much to explore at the Oregon Department of State Lands. Learn about the most innovative restoration projects in Oregon. Dig into a new housing project we’re collaborating on to help get teachers affordable housing in Bend. Or attend an upcoming community workshop at South Slough Reserve.