U.S. Forest Service - Willamette National Forest

06/01/2026

Middle Fork Ranger District - A debris slide occurred on Forest Service Road 2421 following last week’s storms. Road crews will begin efforts to clear the slide today. Please avoid the area for public and worker safety.

05/29/2026

EXPANDED ACCESS TO TERWILLIGER HOT SPRINGS: A new parking lot was constructed at Terwilliger Hot Springs earlier this spring on the McKenzie River Ranger District. The expanded parking lot created 15 additional parking spaces at the popular destination, reducing parking hazards and increasing visitor safety.

Operational hours have also extended from sunrise to 10 p.m., year-round, providing access to the site beyond sunset.

For more information about Terwilliger Hot Springs, visit our website at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/willamette/recreation/terwilliger-cougar-hot-springs

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

Before the first spark.
Before the first dispatch.
Before the first drop.

We prepare.

Airtankers. Engines. Dozers. Firefighters.
We are strategically positioned. We are operationally ready.

Here’s how we are prepared for fire season: https://www.fs.usda.gov/about-agency/priorities/wildfire-readiness-response

(Forest Service photo by Dan Quinn)

05/28/2026

05/28/2026

Join a Forest Service Wildlife Biologist for a spring birding walk on Friday, May 29 from 8-10 a.m. in the Willamette National Forest! Borrow a pair of binoculars and discover how fun and interesting bird watching can be. Participants will meet at the Hills Creek Powerhouse entrance on Forest Service Road 21 near Oakridge, Oregon to start the walk. This bird walk will be 2.5 miles round-trip on variable surfaces. Be sure to wear durable shoes and weather appropriate attire and bring plenty of water and snacks.

For more information please call the Middle Fork Ranger District Office at 541-782-2283.

05/28/2026

While the main threat of strong thunderstorms is expected east of the Cascades, isolated to scattered thunderstorms are possible Thursday afternoon and evening across portions of NW Oregon and SW Washington. There is a Marginal (Level 1) Risk of severe storms from the central Oregon to south Washington Cascades, as well as a Slight (Level 2) Risk of severe storms into the Hood River Valley. The main concerns with any stronger storm that does develop will be damaging wind gusts to 60 mph as well as a 5% chance of quarter-sized hail. Frequent lightning will also be possible with these thunderstorms.

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

Horseback riders have long explored national forests by trail.

National forests and grasslands offer miles of riding opportunities for all experience levels.

If you’re saddling up this season, stay on designated trails, respect wildlife and help keep these routes in good shape for everyone who follows.

05/25/2026

Willamette National Forest offices and ranger stations will be closed Monday, May 25 in recognition of Memorial Day. Trails and recreation sites remain open.

Explore recreation opportunities at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/willamette/recreation