Linn County

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.

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…

Portion of Forest Service Road 1003 (Tom Creek Road) closed

A portion of Forest Service Road 1003, also known as Tom Creek Road, is closed. The road closure starts at the junction of FSR 10 and FSR 1003 and includes the first 4.1 miles of FSR 1003 to the junction with the 1003-416 and 1003-409 roads.

Winter conditions may impact recreation sites and roads

Willamette National Forest roads are not maintained for winter travel. Many roads become impassable due to snow, ice, and fallen trees and debris during the colder months. As a reminder, snow and ice accumulation on Forest Service Roads is typically greatest in shaded areas and in places that face,…

Snow report; sno-park permits required Nov. 1 to Apr. 30

Snow LevelsHere is the snow report for February 20, 2026! Fresh snow this week helped improve trail conditions and covered some of the old hard packed snow. New snow is described as dry and powdery. Always check weather and road conditions before heading out and be prepared for winter travel.…

Emigrant Fire Closure Order

Pursuant to 16 USC 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50 (a) and (b), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited in the areas described in this Order on National Forest System lands within the administrative boundaries of the Willamette National Forest. This Order…

Tamolitch Parking / Trail Construction Closure

Tamolitch Parking and Trail Construction Closure Forest Order.Forest roads 2600-735, 2600-738, and 2600-739: and the area is described as beginning at the junction of Highway 126 and 2600-735 road, west along the 2600-735 road, then northwest to the highwater mark of the east bank of the McKenzie…

Detroit Dispersed Camping Restrictions

Pursuant to 16 USC§ 551 and 36 CFR 261.50(a) and (b), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited in the Closure Areas, roads and their associated spur roads, trailheads, and recreation sites described in this order on National Forest System lands within the administrative…

FIRE CLOSURES: Current wildfire closures on the Willamette National Forest

For updates on active fires, visit our fire Incident Information page. Fire Closures:Emigrant Fire Closure Order & Map (updated 10/31/25)Cedar Creek Fire Closure Order & Map (updated 3/22/25)Beachie Creek and Lionshead Fires Closure Order & Map (updated 05/22/25)Map of All Fire Closures in…

Beachie Creek and Lionshead Fires Closure

Pursuant to 16 USC § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50(a) and (b), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited in the roads and their associated spur roads, trailheads, and recreation sites described in this order on National Forest System lands within the administrative boundaries…

Carmen Reservoir Closure

To protect the health and safety of the public: due to heavy machinery and construction equipment traffic, the following area is closed: the footprint of Carmen Reservoir, from the center of the reservoir up to the high-water line and extends to the spillway area to the southwest and Forest Road…

Cedar Creek Fire Closure

To provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands, roads, and trails within the administrative boundaries of the Willamette National Forest.

14 Day Stay Camping Limit

Camping, occupying, or otherwise leaving camping equipment and/or related supplies at any locations on the Willamette National Forest described in this order, overnight, for a period longer than 14 calendar days, in a 30-day period.

Camping Restrictions in Cougar Recreation Area

The Cougar Recreation Area is a specially designated area around Cougar Reservoir. It includes a 1/2-mile strip on either side of Forest Service Road 19 from Hwy 126 to Forest Service Road 1927 as well as Terwilliger Hot Springs, Hidden Lake Day Use Area, areas surrounding Delta Campground, Slide…

Moose and Gordon Dispersed Camping Closure

The purpose of this closure is to prohibit dispersed overnight camping and make these areas available as day-use only. This is to allow river access for all users, reduce conflict, reduce safety concerns, reduce and eliminate health and sanitation issues associated with improper disposal of human…

Terwilliger Hot Springs Nudity, Alcohol, and Closed Times

To provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited in the areas and on the roads described in this Order.

Occupation Use Restriction in Middle Fork Ranger District

The following acts are prohibited in the areas described in this order within the administrative boundaries of the Willamette National Forest.Prohibitions:1. Being in the area after sundown to before sunrise.2. Parking in violation of posted instructions.

From Recreation.gov

**Yellowbottom Recreation Site is closed to camping indefinitely.** Visitor safety is our top priority. The nearby Old Miner's Meadow group campsite can be reserved on [**recreation.gov**][1]. Other camping may be available in surrounding national forest and county areas. Yellowbottom day use area remains open for use. [1]: http://recreation.gov

From Recreation.gov

Linens and bedding not supplied. Plan to bring your own bedding to utilize the provided mattress.

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