The trout hatchery is open to the public and features ponds with albino cutthroat, Columbia River sturgeon and Atlantic salmon, some weighing up to 20 pounds. The hatchery annually grows 750,000 fish, mostly rainbow trout, to be released in Oregon rivers. It is only open during daylight hours and features picnic sites overlooking the McKenzie River, free covered electric cooking centers, outdoor firewood grills, a softball field, volleyball court, horseshoe pits, boat landing, trails, and swings for children. The historic Old McKenzie Hatchery Tourist Information Center was originally built near the turn of the century. The facilities were used by the state to grow trout and salmon until the 1950's.
Many original structures are still on the property.
The main house was built in the early 1900's for the hatchery superintendent. A number of local groups and government agencies joined together to revitalize the property, which is now part of the Lane County Park Department. The McKenzie River Chamber of Commerce and Tourist Information Center are located here. Hours are 10am-3pm 7 days a week. It was named for Benjamin Franklin Goodpasture.