Fremont-Winema 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. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Forest-operated Developed Recreation Areas Going Cashless April 1
Starting April 1, 2026, all Forest-operated developed recreation sites will have cashless collections and no longer accept cash or check. A new Scan & Pay feature will occur at campgrounds, trailheads, showers, RV dump stations, boat ramps, and picnic day use areas across the Forest. How will…
Expect Delays Along Highway 28
On the Tiller Ranger District, hazard tree mitigation is occurring on Highway 28. Expect temporary delays of 10 to 20 minutes during falling operations.
Umpqua Hot Springs Winter Road Closure
Starting January 6, 2026, National Forest System Road (NFSR) 3401, or the road to the Umpqua Hot Springs, will close due to the incoming winter storm. The closed gate is located on the Diamond Lake Ranger District of the Umpqua National Forest just past the junction of NFSRs 34 and 3401.The closure…
Umpqua Hot Springs Rules and Regulations
The area of the Umpqua Hot Springs is designated day-use only. Prohibited actions in or around the Umpqua Hot Springs include:Being in the area after sundown or before sunriseCampingParking or leaving a vehicle in violation of posted instructions
14-Day Stay Limit Across Umpqua National Forest
Camping within a five-mile radius for longer than 14 days and staying longer than 28 calendar days in a given year is prohibited.
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. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Newberry #2 Snowmobile Trail Closure
Effective December 1, 2025, Order #06-01-01-25-05Starting December 1, a portion of the Newberry #2 Snowmobile Trail will be closed between junction #317 and #321 south of the Newberry National Volcanic Monument approximately 14 miles east of La Pine. The temporary closure will remain in place…
West Bend Area Trail Closures
We are restoring the forest adjacent to the City of Bend to improve forest health, create a diversity of plant and wildlife habitat and to protect our communities and quality of life.Historically in Central Oregon small wildfires or insect infestations occurred creating a forested of different aged…
Cabin Butte Area Closure
Effective May 1, 2025, Order #06-01-01-25-03The Cabin Butte Vegetation Management Project area will be closed to public access/entry to ensure public safety and support critical forest restoration efforts. The closure will restrict all access, including day use and overnight camping, while crews…
Deschutes 14-Day Camping Order
Effective November 14, 2024, Order #06-01-25-01amping or otherwise occupying a single location for a period longer than 14 consecutive calendar days is prohibited. The order also describes the prohibition of camping, occupying, or otherwise leaving camping equipment and/or related supplies at any…
Wilderness Permit, Camping & Fire Restrictions Order
Effective May 1, 2024, Order #06-01-24-01This order provides prohibitions on specified activities with in Wilderness areas, including group size, equipment limitations, camping locations and campfires.
Blue-Green Algae Information
The Deschutes National Forest encourages people recreating on the national forest to be aware of potential blue-green algae blooms on lakes and reservoirs as the weather warms. Not all algae in lakes and reservoirs is blue-green algae. Learn to tell the difference here.Cyanobacteria, commonly…
Recreating in the Cedar Creek Fire Burned Area
Please use caution when recreating in areas that were impacted by the 2022 Cedar Creek Fire. A burned landscape presents a number of safety hazards that either did not exist prior to the fire or have been exacerbated by the effects of the fire. In some cases, these hazardous conditions may persist…
Camping & Campfire Forest Order
Effective April 6, 2021, Order #06-01-21-01This order describes designated areas where camping and/or campfires are prohibited.
Cave Resource Protection Forest Order
Effective April 1, 2021 Order #06-01-21-02)Describes the prohibitions for entering or exploring caves or areas near caves on the Deschutes National Forest.
East Rim Drive from Reflection Point to Sun Notch for Major Road Construction Project
East Rim Drive from Reflection Point to Sun Notch is closed for major road construction. The Pinnacles Road is only accessible by hiking or biking Grayback Road or traveling on a gravel US Forest Service Road to the park boundary.
Fire Restrictions in Effect
To ensure public safety and to provide the highest degree of protection to park resources, fire restrictions are in effect until further notice.
Roads May Be Icy - Please Use Caution!
Even though the sun is shining, the open roads in the park may still have icy patches, especially in the mornings and evenings when the temperatures drop. Please drive with caution.
East Rim Drive Closed to Motorized Vehicles on September 6th and 13th for Ride the Rim
The 11th annual Ride the Rim event will be happening on Saturdays 9/6 and 9/13. The entire East Rim Drive will close for the event each weekend on Friday evening at 7:00 PM and will reopen on Saturday afternoon at 4:00 PM.
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. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Fremont-Winema National Forest 14 Day Stay Limit
Camping or otherwise occupying any location on the Fremont-Winema National Forest for a period longer than 14 calendar days, and/or for more than 28 days total during a calendar year is prohibited. [36 CFR 261.58(a)].
Overview
The Fremont-Winema National Forest is a 2.3 million-acre forest in south-central Oregon formed from the 2002 administrative merger of the Fremont and Winema National Forests. The forest is currently open for recreation with Christmas tree permits available. The Klamath Ranger District Office is temporarily closed, but the forest itself remains accessible. There is no active fire danger rating at this time, though a forest order (06-02-25-01) is in effect through the region. The heavily-timbered western portion borders Crater Lake National Park and the Cascade Range, while the eastern section extends into Oregon's Outback and the semi-arid highland belt. The forest offers extensive dispersed camping throughout, along with developed campgrounds (most are rustic with minimal amenities), rentable fire lookouts and cabins, and over 50 trails. Activities include fishing, hunting, boating, skiing, snowmobiling, biking, horseback riding, and bird watching. The forest contains four designated Wilderness areas and is traversed by major migratory bird flyways. Wildlife includes mule deer, Rocky Mountain elk, pronghorn antelope, black bears, mountain lions, and bobcats. Headquarters are located in Lakeview with seven ranger districts managing the area.
Top Campgrounds
- Bald Butte Lookout
- Campbell Lake Campground
- Chewaucan Crossing Campground/Trailhead
- Clear Springs Campground
- Corral Creek Campground
- Currier Guard Station
- Currier Springs Horse Camp
- Dairy Point Campground
- Deadhorse Lake Campground
- Eastbay Campground
- Farm Well Horse Camp/Trailhead
- Fremont Point Cabin
- Hager Mountain Lookout
- Harris Trailhead / Horse Camp
- Head Of The River Campground
- Holbrook Reservoir Campground
- Horseglades Campground
- Jackson Creek Campground
- Jones Crossing Campground
- Lee Thomas Campground
- Lofton Reservoir Campground
- Lower Buck Creek Campground
- Marster Spring Campground
- Sandhill Crossing Campground
- Silver Creek Marsh Campground
- Thompson Reservoir Campground
- Upper Buck Creek Campground
- Williamson River Campground
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