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Alcohol Prohibitions

This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.

Aquatic Invasive Species

This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.

Restrictions on Use of Forage and Mulch Products

This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order.

Offices closed Jan. 19 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Forest Service offices will be closed Jan. 19 in observance of the holiday, but national forests and grasslands remain open for your enjoyment. Stay safe, pack out what you pack in and enjoy your big backyard!

Forest Road 25, 5840, 2127, 5840 Traffic Delays

Forest Service Road 25 and 5840 will have intermittent delays through April 2026 due to restoration work with heavy equipment. Delays should be limited to 20 minutes and most of the work will occur on week days.

Tickets/reservations required for Sand Lake July 3, 4, and 5

Sand Lake Recreation Area will have ticket system July 3 – 5, 2026. Visitors will need a vehicle ticket or a reservation at a developed campground. For developed campgrounds, campsite vehicle parking limits will be strictly enforced during Fourth of July weekend.

Cape Perpetua Visitor Center closed mid-Dec.-May for remodeling

The Cape Perpetua Visitor Center will close from December 16, 2025 through mid-May 2026 for an extensive remodel. This includes modernizing aging infrastructure, updating interpretative displays and expanding the gift shop.

Homestead Trailhead Closure

The Homestead trailhead accessing the Sweet Creek Trail (#1319) is closed until further notice due to significant damage to the boardwalk. The Sweet Creek Trail is accessible to the south via the Sweet Creek Falls Trailhead.

Forest-Wide Camping Restrictions

The following acts are prohibited in the areas described by this order within the administrative boundaries of the Siuslaw National Forest. This order will become effective upon signature and shall be in effect May 2nd, 2025, through May 1st, 2027 or until rescinded.

Beach restrictions in effect March 15 - Sept. 15 to protect nesting western snowy plover

Beachgoers are urged to help recovery efforts of the threatened western snowy plover by staying on the wet sand at snowy plover beaches during nesting season, March 15 – Sept. 15.

Road Closure on Forest Service Road (FSR) 1861

A landslide occurred on Nov. 12, 2021 closing multiple sections of Forest Service Road (FSR) 1861.

Alcohol Prohibition

This order prohibits possessing a beverage which is defined as an alcohol beverage by State law.

From Recreation.gov

There is a temporary water outage at our facility, and water will not be available until further notice. In the meantime, you should bring all the water you’ll need for your visit, including drinking water. All bathrooms and showers will be closed. Vault bathrooms are located at Bull Run, Old Bark, and Sandtracks if needed. Please contact our office if you have any questions or would like additional information. Thank you for your patience.

Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 18 at 9:57PM PST until January 21 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR

January 18th, 9:57 PM — 10:00 AM

* WHAT...For the Freezing Fog Advisory within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County, visibility under 1/4 mile in dense freezing fog. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, decreased air quality will likely continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants. * WHERE...For the Freezing Fog Advisory and Air Stagnation Advisory, within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, valleys in eastern Curry and Josephine County. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. For the Freezing Fog Advisory, until noon PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Dense freezing fog could make driving conditions hazardous and create some slick surfaces.

Freezing Fog Advisory issued January 18 at 9:57PM PST until January 19 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR

January 18th, 9:57 PM — 10:00 AM

* WHAT...For the Freezing Fog Advisory within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County, visibility under 1/4 mile in dense freezing fog. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, decreased air quality will likely continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants. * WHERE...For the Freezing Fog Advisory and Air Stagnation Advisory, within the Illinois and lower Rogue Valley in Josephine County. For the Air Stagnation Advisory, valleys in eastern Curry and Josephine County. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. For the Freezing Fog Advisory, until noon PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems. Dense freezing fog could make driving conditions hazardous and create some slick surfaces.

Air Stagnation Advisory issued January 18 at 9:57PM PST until January 21 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR

January 18th, 9:57 PM — 10:00 AM

* WHAT...For the Air Stagnation Advisory Within the valleys in Douglas County, poor air quality will continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants. For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...Within the valleys of Douglas County. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. For the Dense Fog Advisory, until noon PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Dense freezing fog could make driving conditions hazardous and create some slick surfaces. Air quality unhealthy for sensitive groups may develop.

Dense Fog Advisory issued January 18 at 9:57PM PST until January 19 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR

January 18th, 9:57 PM — 10:00 AM

* WHAT...For the Air Stagnation Advisory Within the valleys in Douglas County, poor air quality will continue. This is due to an inversion and stagnant air conditions near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants. For the Dense Fog Advisory, visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog. * WHERE...Within the valleys of Douglas County. * WHEN...For the Air Stagnation Advisory, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. For the Dense Fog Advisory, until noon PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Dense freezing fog could make driving conditions hazardous and create some slick surfaces. Air quality unhealthy for sensitive groups may develop.

Beach Hazards Statement issued January 18 at 11:52AM PST until January 20 at 1:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR

January 18th, 11:52 AM — 4:00 PM

* WHAT...Moderate risk of sneaker waves expected. * WHERE...Beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties. * WHEN...From late Monday evening through early Tuesday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Sneaker waves can run up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people off of their feet and sweep them into the ocean. The waves can also move logs or other objects which could crush or trap anyone caught underneath. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While sneaker waves can occur at any time, the greatest risk is on an incoming tide. Please be aware of the tides if venturing out onto the beaches. The high tide Tuesday on southern Oregon beaches is roughly 11 am to 1 pm PST. * View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

From Recreation.gov

There is a temporary water outage at our facility, and water will not be available until further notice. In the meantime, you should bring all the water you’ll need for your visit, including drinking water. All bathrooms and showers will be closed. Vault bathrooms are located at Bull Run, Old Bark, and Sandtracks if needed. Please contact our office if you have any questions or would like additional information. Thank you for your patience.

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