U.S. Forest Service - Wallowa Whitman National Forest

U.S. Forest Service - Wallowa Whitman National Forest The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest sustainably manages 2.4 million acres of public land.

Malheur, Umatilla and Wallowa-Whitman National Forests are recruiting individuals to be members on the Northeast Oregon ...
06/12/2026

Malheur, Umatilla and Wallowa-Whitman National Forests are recruiting individuals to be members on the Northeast Oregon Resource Advisory Committee (RAC) that was established as required by the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self-Determination Act. Recruitment for Northeast Oregon RAC will end on July 13, 2026.

Visit the Northeast Oregon RAC page for more information: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/umatilla/working-with-us/committees/northeast-oregon-forests-resource-advisory-committee-neof

06/03/2026

🐟 Kids Free Fishing Derby - June 6th, 2026 🐟

Join the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest and Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife for tons of fishin' and fun!

05/29/2026

Just a reminder for next week, the Forest Service is hosting a series of public meetings to discuss the Blue Mountains Forest Plan Revision.

These meetings will allow the public to learn about and comment on the Draft Environmental Impact Statement.

The public meetings are planned for the first two weeks of June and will be offered in person and virtually to ensure the public has ample opportunity to engage.

🌲There has been one slight change to the location for the Heppner June 1 meeting, it will now be held across the street at the Heppner Ranger District Office. See the revised schedule for the address.

A detailed schedule is available on the Forest Service website at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/umatilla/planning/public-engagement-and-participation

05/14/2026

Today, the Forest Service announced $80 million in funding for 15 projects that will permanently conserve more than 34,000 acres of private and economically important forested areas across the United States. The Forest Legacy program is using Land and Water Conservation Funds to invest in forests most critical to the economic and social fabric of local communities to keep working forests working! https://www.fs.usda.gov/about-agency/newsroom/releases/forest-service-invests-80m-forest-legacy-conservation

The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest has prepared a Request for Expressed Interest (RFEI) to determine levels of interest...
05/14/2026

The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest has prepared a Request for Expressed Interest (RFEI) to determine levels of interest in potential future campground concession opportunities for sites in the Northern Elkhorn Mountains and Powder River Basin Areas. Responses to this request will help determine whether a prospectus should be issued and inform considerations such as permit quantities, site selections, and types of services to be included in any future solicitations.



For more information: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/wallowa-whitman/working-with-us/concessions

🚁🔥The Forest Service’s national rappel recertification is planned for May 15-17 at the Grande Ronde Rappel Base and arou...
05/11/2026

🚁🔥The Forest Service’s national rappel recertification is planned for May 15-17 at the Grande Ronde Rappel Base and around Shaw Mountain. Expect helicopter activity during the event. Weather could extend training days.

⚠️ While no trail or road closures are anticipated, those recreating in the area should adhere to any posted signage and avoid the area for their safety and the safety of training participants.

The national rappel event will provide certification for 30 veteran rappellers.

📸: Forest Service S. Dillavou

Wallowa Fire Zone update:▪️Cold Canal 505A (653 acres) 18 miles east of Joseph, or near White Horse Ridge and Big Sheep ...
05/07/2026

Wallowa Fire Zone update:
▪️Cold Canal 505A (653 acres) 18 miles east of Joseph, or near White Horse Ridge and Big Sheep Creek Drainage.

Crews competed 250 acres yesterday, and plan on completing the remaining acres today. UAS was utilized for ignitions until the cloud cover moved in and the relative humidity (RH) went up, but crews switched to hand lighting successfully. Black line was was accomplished allowing for continued UAS operations today, to complete the interior.

📍Interactive Map: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/55ce8bfdea4345b6a06ae81d67e7d411

ℹ️More Info: https://bluemtnprescribedfire.blogspot.com/

Wallowa-Whitman National Forest will engage in prescribed fire operations this week as weather conditions allow. If cond...
05/05/2026

Wallowa-Whitman National Forest will engage in prescribed fire operations this week as weather conditions allow. If conditions warrant, scheduled prescribed fire activities may be canceled.
Wednesday, May 6th, 2026:

Wallowa Fire Zone:
▪️Cold Canal 505A (653 acres) 18 miles east of Joseph, or near White Horse Ridge and Big Sheep Creek Drainage.

📍Interactive Map: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/55ce8bfdea4345b6a06ae81d67e7d411

ℹ️More Info: https://bluemtnprescribedfire.blogspot.com/

Road improvement projects scheduled to begin on La Grande Ranger District early June The Wallowa-Whitman National Fore...
05/04/2026

Road improvement projects scheduled to begin on La Grande Ranger District early June

The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest will begin road improvement and maintenance projects in two areas, beginning as early as June 1, 2026. The Forest Service Roads associated with these projects will be inaccessible Monday through Friday, while work is being completed. Work on these roads is anticipated to take 1-2 weeks depending on snowmelt and weather conditions.

Project Locations:

🚧 Forest Service Roads 6220, 6220-500 and 6220-510. These roads are located between Moss Spring Campground and Mt. F***y tower site. (see attached map). Signs will be posted at Moss Spring Campground and at the junction of Forest Service Roads 6220 and 6200.

🚧 Forest Service Road 5125, between High Summit and Forest Service Road 5140 junction.

Road work may cause delays and possible inaccessibility throughout the week. Signs will be placed in the areas that are affected.

NEWS RELEASE: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/wallowa-whitman/newsroom/releases/road-improvement-projects-scheduled-begin-la-grande-ranger

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