In Medford you can legally use cannabis only on private property where the owner allows it. Public use — including Hawthorne Park, the Bear Creek Greenway, downtown sidewalks and the Rogue River — is a Class B violation under ORS 475C.377. Crater Lake National Park, the Rogue River–Siskiyou National Forest and BLM land are federal land, where cannabis is illegal.
Not Allowed
- Parks and trails, including Hawthorne Park, Bear Creek Park and the Bear Creek Greenway
- Downtown sidewalks, Vogel Plaza and event venues
- Rafting or fishing the Rogue River, and public river access points
- Bars, restaurants, wineries and patios
- Cars — driving under the influence of cannabis is DUII in Oregon
- Federal land, including Crater Lake National Park, national forest and BLM land
Smoking Weed in Medford FAQ
Can you smoke weed in public in Medford?
No. Using cannabis in a public place is a Class B violation under ORS 475C.377.
Can you smoke weed on the Rogue River?
No. The river and its public access points are public places, and some stretches are on federal land.
Can you smoke weed at Crater Lake?
No. Crater Lake National Park is federal land, where cannabis is illegal under federal law.
Are there cannabis lounges in Medford?
No. Oregon has not licensed consumption lounges as of October 2026.
Can you smoke weed in a Medford hotel?
Only if the hotel allows it, and most don't. Edibles are the usual alternative.
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