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Malheur Overview
Welcome to the Malheur National Forest
The 1.7 million acre diverse and beautiful scenery of the Malheur National Forest includes high desert grasslands, sage and juniper, pine, fir and other tree species, and the hidden gems of alpine lakes and meadows.
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Camping
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Passes &Permits
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Hiking
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Maps and Publications
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Firewood
2024 Firewood Cutting Information, Regulations, & Maps
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Forest Stories
Check out what's happening on the Malheur National Forest. Read stories about the amazing places and work our specialists, partners, and other community members are doing dedicated to ensuring our forests are healthy and accessible to all visitors.
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Employment
Attention!
Please Recreate Responsibly! There is no garbage service on the Malheur National Forest, if you pack it in with you, please pack it out.
Highlighted Areas
Cedar Grove Botanical Area
The Cedar Grove Botanical Area covers about 26 acres and contains the only isolated stand of Alaska yellow cedar east of the Cascades in the United States. This grove, is located on the northeast slope of Aldrich Mountain at the head of Buck Cabin Creek.
Strawberry Campground
The campground is located at the edge of the Strawberry Mountain Wilderness. Set amongst ponderosa pine in a beautifully wooded area, the campground is an excellent starting point for anyone wanting to hike, hunt, fish or simply relax. Strawberry Basin Trailhead is located at the campground. Strawberry Basin Trail #375 connects to other trails in the wilderness allowing for day hiking or backpacking trips.
