Mt Hood National Forest Fire Ban
Effective immediately fires are prohibited within Mt. Hood National Forest. Unlike most fire restrictions this one includes fires within developed campgrounds. Other restrictions include the…
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Siuslaw National Forest Campground Closures
Due to an unusually wet winter, many campgrounds in the Pacific Northwest are having delayed openings as operators find water related damages and hazards. The Siuslaw…
Cultus Lake Campground Closure
The Cultus Lake Campground, Day Use Area and Boat ramp have been closed for the 2017 camping season by the Deschutes National Forest Service due to da…
Elk Cove Hike
If you have ever hiked the 40 mile long Timberline Trail that circumnavigates Mt. Hood then you are familiar with the beautiful meadows of Elk Cove on…
Willamete National Forest Campground Fee Increases
The Willamette National Forest is considering fee increases for camping, cabin and day use areas starting in 2017. The fee increases are long due an…
Elk Meadows Hike
Elk Meadows on the southeast side of Mt. Hood is one of the most quintessential hikes in the northwest region. It is relatively easy to get to, has …
Blue Top Fire Closes McKenzie River Trail
An active fire burning in the Willamette National Forest near Blue Pool (Tamolitch Falls) has resulted in closures in the popular hiking and biking ar…
17 Myths of the John Muir Trail
Part of the mystique of the John Muir Trail (JMT) is the plethora of enduring myths. Some are partially false, most are fully false. But all are fun a…
Forest Service Plans to Increase Camping Fee
The Siuslaw National Forest is considering a campground fee increase ranging from an additional $2 per night up to an additional $10 per night. The i…
Oregon State Parks Appreciation Day
Saturday, June 4th and Sunday, June 5th are free admission and parking days at Oregon State Parks. The Evening of June 4th is also a free camping nig…