U.S. Forest Service - Willamette National Forest

06/20/2026

06/19/2026

Forest Service offices will be closed today in observance of the federal holiday, but national forests and grasslands remain open for your enjoyment.

Stay safe, pack out what you pack in and enjoy your big backyard!

06/18/2026

With upcoming hot and dry conditions, please keep National Forest lands safe by following these fire prevention tips:

∎ Never leave a campfire unattended and fully extinguish it until cold to the touch.
∎ Maintain small campfires and avoid overhanging branches and limbs.
∎ Keep vehicles off dry vegetation.
∎ Properly dispose of cigarette butts or other flammable materials.
∎ Secure trailer chains to prevent dragging on the roadway.
∎ Do not bring fireworks to public lands.

Fire danger is currently moderate and there are no public use restrictions in place for campfires. Officials will continue to monitor conditions. To report a wildfire, please call 9-1-1. Additional information is available on the Willamette National Forest website at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/willamette/fire.

06/17/2026

A reminder that Forest Service Road (FSR) 2643, also known as Foley Ridge Road, is still closed to all vehicle, bike, and foot traffic for road maintenance. Next week, crews will be resurfacing the road, starting near Highway 126 from milepost 0.0 thru milepost 4.6.

See full closure order: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/willamette/alerts/forest-service-road-2643-foley-ridge-road-closure-order

For more information, contact the McKenzie River Ranger District at (541) 822-3381.

06/17/2026

Wildfires can move fast. Having a go bag ready can save precious time. Pack essentials like documents, first aid supplies, water, clothing and chargers so you can leave quickly if conditions change. Learn more at ready.gov/wildfires and stay prepared.

06/17/2026

The Willamette National Forest is moving to MODERATE fire danger on Tuesday, June 17, 2026.

There are currently no public use restrictions in place for campfires, but officials will continue to monitor conditions. To report a wildfire, call 9-1-1.

Additional information is available on the Willamette National Forest website at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/willamette/fire

06/16/2026

Jobs supported by visitors to national forests and grasslands are often in small, rural communities. These jobs are an important contributor to economic and social sustainability across the nation. Get out and visit a national forest today!

Learn more Forest Service facts here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/about-agency/forestry-facts.

06/15/2026

06/15/2026

Water temperatures are still dangerously cold through most of the Northwest waterways. Please be careful in the water during the warm days coming up! Don't forget your life jacket!!

You can find more information about cold water safety here:
https://www.weather.gov/safety/coldwater