Wallowa-Whitman National Forest

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.

Timber Harvest Operations on Forest Service Road (FSR) 42

Forest officials advise visitors that timber harvest operations will continue this winter along Forest Service Road (FSR) 42 located on the Pomeroy Ranger District. Depending on the snow levels, one lane may be plowed for logging use.

Speed Limit Adjustment on Forest Service Roads 40 and 42

Speed Limit Adjustment on Forest Service Roads 40 and 42 in the Pomeroy Ranger District.

Wake and Personal Watercraft Prohibition on Olive Lake

Wake and personal watercraft prohibition for Olive Lake.

Occupancy and Use in the Umatilla NF Wilderness Areas

Occupancy and Use in the Umatilla NF Wilderness Areas.

Spout Springs Ski Area Information

Spout Springs Ski Area will be closed for the 2024-2025 season.

Mill Creek Municipal Watershed - Walla Walla Ranger District

A special closure area for the Mill Creek Municipal Watershed that prohibits going into or being upon the described area. This closure is in place for the protection of public health and safety.

Asotin Winter Range Closure - Pomeroy Ranger District

The Asotin Winter Range Area Closure prohibits the possession or use of a vehicle off National Forest System Roads and using any type of vehicle prohibited on National Forest System Roads within specific boundaries.

Storm Damage Emergency Road Closure - Walla Walla Ranger District

The Storm Damage Emergency Road Closure for the Walla Walla Ranger District includes Forest Service Road (FSR) 3200 from the bridge over the South Fork Umatilla River in T3N R37E S22 to the hairprin turn at Thomas Creek in T2N R37E S13, a distance of approximately 8 miles.

Use of motorized vehicles National Forest System Roads and Trails: Spout Springs Ski Area

The Spout Springs closure area prohibits possessing or using a motorized vehicle off Forest System Roads, using a motorized vehicle on Forest System Roads, or using any motorized vehicle on Forest System trails from December 1 to March 31.

Seasonal use of Motorized Vehicles National Forest System Roads: Andies Prairie Snow Play Area

The seasonal use Forest Order for the Andies Prairie Snow Play Area prohibits possessing or using a motorized vehicle off National Forest System Roads and using any motorized vehicle on National Forest System Roads within the Andies Prairie Snow Play Area between December 1 and March 31.

Seasonal use of Motorized Vehicles National Forest System Roads: Horseshoe Prairie Nordic Area

The seasonal use Forest Order for the Horseshoe Prairie Nordic Area prohibits possessing or using a motorized vehicle off National Forest System Roads, using any motorized vehicle on National Forest System Roads, using any motorized vehicle on National Forest System trails between December 1 and

Use of Vehicles National Forest System Roads and Trails: Bluewood Ski Area

Possessing or using a motorized vehicle off National Forest System Roads, using any motorized vehicle on National Forest System Roads, and using any motorized vehicle on National Forest System Trails is prohibited within the Bluewood Ski Area.

Seasonal use of Motorized Vehicles National Forest System Roads: Meacham Divide Nordic Area

The seasonal use Forest Order for the Meacham Divide Nordic Area prohibits possessing or using a motorized vehicle off National Forest System Roads and using any motorized vehicle on National Forest System Roads within the Meacham Divide Nordic Area between December 1 and March 31.

14 Day Stay Limit

Camping on the Umatilla, Wallowa-Whitman, and Malheur National Forests for a period longer than 14 days within any 30-day period is prohibited.

Panjab Trail #3127 bridge temporarily removed

Forest Service Officials have temporarily removed the Panjab Trail #3127 bridge to proactively mitigate potential post-fire debris flows that could damage the bridge this winter or next spring.  The area experienced a runoff event in the spring of 2022, which created debris slides down Panja

Over-snow Vehicle Restrictions

ORDER NO. 2012-0614-UMA-01Pursuant to 36 CFR, Sec. 261.S0(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited on the area described in this order within the Umatilla National Forest, until further notice.

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.

Occupancy and Use of Wild and Scenic Snake River Wallowa-Whitman National Forest

Prohibitions on all National Forest System Lands with in the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, in the State of Oregon and Idaho within a 1/4 mile of the Snake River Between Hells Canyon Dam, river mile 247.5, down stream to the Oregon-Washington boarder at river mile 176.0.

Forest Order: HCNRA Fire Closure Order

Pursuant to 36 CFR, Sec. 261.50(a), the following acts are prohibited on all National Forest System Landswithin the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, in the State of Oregon and Idaho within a ¼ mile of the Snake

Forest Order: Anthony Lakes Over-the-Snow and Wheeled Vehicles

Prohibitions on vehicle use off road in areas around Anthony Lakes.

Forest Order: Tri-Forest 14-Day Stay Limit

Prohibitions for camping on the Umatilla, Wallowa-Whitman, and Malheur National Forests for a period longer than 14 days within any 30-day period.

Forest Order: Hells Canyon National Recreation Area - Domestic Sheep and Goats

Prohibitions on possessing, storing, or transporting any domestic sheep or goat in the Hells Canyon National Recreation Area.

Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 30 at 2:58AM MST until January 3 at 5:00AM MST by NWS Boise ID

1:58 AM — 2:00 PM

* WHAT...An extended period of stagnant air, with light winds and little vertical mixing. This is due to an inversion near the surface that will continue to trap pollutants. * WHERE...Portions of south central and southwest Idaho and northeast and southeast Oregon. * WHEN...Until 5 AM MST /4 AM PST/ Saturday. * IMPACTS...Poor air quality may cause issues for people with respiratory problems.

Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 29 at 11:45AM PST until January 1 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Spokane WA

December 29th, 11:45 AM — January 1st, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Stagnant conditions will have potential to trap pollutants near the ground with deteriorated air quality. * WHERE...Portions of North and North Central Idaho and North Central, Northeast, and Southeast Washington. * WHEN...Until noon PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the buildup of pollutants near the surface.

Air Stagnation Advisory issued December 29 at 11:23AM PST until January 1 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Missoula MT

December 29th, 11:23 AM — January 1st, 12:00 PM

* WHAT...Stagnation conditions will trap pollutants, leading to deteriorating air quality. * WHERE...Lower Hells Canyon/Salmon River Region, Orofino/Grangeville Region, Southern Clearwater Mountains, and Northern Clearwater Mountains. * WHEN...Until noon PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Periods of air stagnation can lead to the build up of pollutants near the surface.

Weed Free Hay Order 04-2021-03

Prohibited by this order: Possessing, storing, or transporting non-pelletized hay, straw, or mulch in the Intermountain Region, unless it is certified as weed free by the state where the product originated.

Explosives and Exploding Target Order 04-2021-02

This order prohibits the use of explosives and exploding targets on National Forest System lands within the Intermountain Region.

Northern and Intermountain Regions Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness

This order implements visitor use requirements for activities within the Restricted Area and on the Restricted Trails, as required by the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness Area Management Plan (November 2003).

Northern and Intermountain Regions Salmon Wild and Scenic River: Occupancy and Use

This order enacts visitor use restrictions for activities within the 80-mile-long wild segment of the Salmon Wild & Scenic River corridor, including a one-quarter mile buffer from the river, as required by the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness Area Manag

Granite Mountain Over Snow Vehicle Closure

The purpose of this order is to protect public safety during commercial cat skiing and grooming operations.

Chamberlain Airstrip Campground Restriction

The purpose of this Order is to protect resources, and the quality and wilderness character of the area as well as to avoid user conflicts between agency stock and private stock users in the area.

Big Flat Campground Area Closure

The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety prior to and during reconstruction of Big Flat Campground, which was severely damaged during the 2024 Lava Fire.

Wilderness Camping and Grazing Restrictions

The purpose of this Order is to protect fragile, high elevation, water-based natural resources within the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness from stock and user impacts.

Big Creek Area Boating Restrictions

The purpose of this Order is to protect Chinook Salmon and steelhead.

South Fork Salmon River East Trail Prohibitions

The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety due to unsafe creek crossings on the Described Trail.

Lost Valley Closure Area

The purpose of this order is to protect a federally listed, threatened species and its occupied habitat.

Calf Pen Area Closure

The area adjacent to NFS Road #50073 has been identified as a sensitive area for a federally listed, threatened species.

Commercial Hauling

The purpose of this order is protect public safety and National Forest resources.

Bridge Load Limits

The purpose of this order is to protect public safety.

South Fork Salmon Road Weight Restrictions

The purpose of this Order is to protect public safety and prevent potential resource damage during spring thaw conditions.

Over-Snow Vehicle Closure

The purpose of this order is to protect public safety and natural resources.

Public Safety- Occupancy and Use

This order is in place for public health and safety.

Payette Occupancy and Use- 14 Day Stay Limit

The purpose of this order is to address competition for campsites and to protect public safety and natural resources.

Frank Church Wilderness Occupancy and Use

The purpose of this order is to implement visitor use requirements for activities within the restricted area and on the restricted trails, as required by the Frank Church-River of No Return Wilderness Area Management Plan (November 2003).

Brundage Mountain Resort Snowcat Route Closure

The closure of the snowcat routes to over-snow vehicles provides for the safety of persons recreating or using the area.

Gordon Titus Upper Elevation Parking Lot Winter Restrictions

To provide for public health and safety related to noise and to reduce user conflicts at high usewinter recreation areas.

South Fork Salmon River and Big Creek Float

The purpose of the order is to implement permit requirements for float boating on the South Fork of the Salmon River and Big Creek as required by the Frank Church River of No Return Wilderness Area Management Plan.

Chamberlain Aircraft Restrictions

The purpose of this order is for resource protection.

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.

Malheur Falls Post Fire Hazards Closure

Prohibitions1.   Entering into or being upon an area closed for the protection of public health and safety. 36 CFR § 261.53(e).2.   Being on a National Forest System Road. 36 CFR § 261.54(c) and (e).

14 Day Stay Limit

Prohibition of Camping on the Umatilla, Wallowa-Whitman, and Malheur National Forests for a period longer than 14 days within any 30-day period. 36 CFR § 261.58(a)

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