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flag Oregon lawmakers approved $2.1 million to buy Abiqua Falls after it was listed for sale, aiming to preserve public access and protect the 92-foot waterfall.

flag A 92-foot waterfall in Oregon, Abiqua Falls, was listed for sale in early 2026, prompting public concern over potential loss of access. flag The remote site, owned since 1908 by a nonprofit linked to Benedictine monks and transferred to The Abbey Foundation of Oregon in 2002, was offered without a set price in an open auction. flag In response, Oregon lawmakers approved $2.1 million to purchase the land, with the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department now conducting environmental and archaeological reviews. flag While the property may not become a state park due to budget and logistical challenges, officials are exploring management by local, tribal, or other state agencies. flag Conservation groups and the public largely support the purchase to ensure continued access and protection of the natural landmark.

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