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Recreation Opportunities

Individual riding a bike on a path surrounded by trees
Hundreds of miles of forest roads, paved scenic routes and byways, and mountain trails provide a variety of opportunities to view the spectacular…
Individual hiking along top of ridge
The Umatilla National Forests provides hundreds of miles of trails for hikers, horse riders and backpackers. From the smooth, easy interpretive…
Individual riding a brown horse in the forest
The Umatilla National Forest maintains hundreds of miles of summer trails each year.   Visitors can hike and ride horseback starting at…
two kids fishing in a body of water
The Umatilla National Forest offers several types of fishing and hunting opportunities for all ages and experience levels. Each year visitors enjoy…
Individual riding an ATV on a trail, surrounded by trees
Off-Highway Vehicle (OHV) riding and camping is a popular activity for many visitors to the Umatilla National Forest. The Forest has a variety of…
Individuals reading an interpretative sign surrounded by trees
Displaying the importance of natural features and the history of the people who have lived in this area, assists visitors in learning more about…
Blue Mountain Scenic Byway sign near road in the forest
The Blue Mountain Scenic Byway offers a variety of scenic views along with historical sites and numerous recreational opportunities.  Designated in…
Metal boat dock floating in water surrounded by trees
The Umatilla National Forest has a variety of rivers, lakes, and streams to enjoy in the summer months for swimming, boating, kayaking, and more! 
Horseshoe Prairie Nordic Ski Area
The recreational opportunities continue on the Umatilla National Forest during the long winter months with all types of winter sports. From…