Herbert Farm & Natural Area

Herbert Farm and Natural Area was acquired by the City in 2002 as part of a program to acquire open space parcels  around the perimeter of the City with  funding from an open space bond measure, passed by Corvallis voters in 2000.  The Natural Area includes native Oak groves, riparian woodland, upland prairies and wetlands. The former agricultural fields are being restored to natural habitats. The west field was restored to Riparian and prairie habitats beginning in 2012. Restoration on 25 acres of the east field began in 2015 and the restoration of the remaining agricultural fields began in September 2019. These ongoing restoration efforts include invasive species control, planting, and some fir removal.

Future plans include completion of the final restoration stages and the development of a recreational trail system.

The Marys River converges with Muddy Creek on the property, offering approximately one mile of river frontage.  From the property you can see the coast range, Marys Peak and Dimple Hill.

Herbert Farm Natural Area is open to the public. Dogs are allowed, but must be leashed at all times. This special property is home to many native species, some of with are threatened or endangered. Once of these species of concern is the Streaked Horned Lark, which has been seen foraging and nesting within the natural area. Please help protect the Streaked Horned lark and other wildlife by keeping dogs on leash.

Thank you to our many partners in the acquisition and restoration of Herbert Farm and Natural Area including: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife; United States Fish and Wildlife Service; Bonneville Power Association; and Institute for Applied Ecology;