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General Prohibitions for all National Forest System Lands

The following regulation describes general prohibitions, closures and laws for acts or omissions within the National Forest System or on a National Forest System road or trail: 36 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Section 251. 

Forest Alerts

  • Developed Recreation Site-Aircraft Closure

    Prohibitions:Landing of aircraft, or dropping or picking up any material, supplies, or person by means of an aircraft, including a helicopter. 36 CFR 261.58(y).Note: The term aircraft encompasses Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS or “drones”). 49 USC § 40102 defines an…
    Alert Start Date: July 15, 2026
    Forest Order: #06-22-01-26-02

  • Fire Restrictions in Effect

    Due to ongoing hot and dry conditions, public use fire restrictions will be implemented on National Forest System lands in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area beginning Wednesday, July 1, 2026.All campfires, charcoal or briquette fires, pellet fires, or any other open fires are prohibited…
    Alert Start Date: July 1, 2026
    Forest Order: #06-22-01-26-03

  • Multnomah Falls restrooms closed for renovation through Nov 2026

    The public restrooms within Multnomah Falls Lodge are undergoing renovations through November 2026. Portable toilets are available for use. 
    Alert Start Date: March 16, 2026

  • Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail impassable between Eagle Creek and Cascade Locks

    Due to December 2025 storms and landslide activity, the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail is impassable between Eagle Creek and Cascade Locks. There are a significant number of large boulders, trees, and about 12 feet of material on top of the Trail. Stabilizing the hillside and clearing…
    Alert Start Date: January 1, 2026

  • Eagle Creek Fire Area Closure - CRGNSA and Mt. Hood

    The following areas remain closed as a result of the Eagle Creek Fire: Ruckel Creek Trail #405Tanner Butte Trail #401 North of junction with Tanner Cutoff Trail #448Oneonta Gorge: The area within the walls of Oneonta Gorge between the Historic Columbia River Hwy (Hwy 30) and the Horsetail Falls…
    Alert Start Date: July 7, 2025
    Forest Order: #06-22-01-26-04

  • Catherine Creek Arch Closure

    The geologic feature known as Catherine Creek Arch, is closed to the public to protect special biological communities and areas of historical, geological or paleontological interest. 36 C.F.R. § 261.50 (a).
    Alert Start Date: December 31, 2024
    Forest Order: #06-22-01-24-09

  • Miller Island Closure

    The following acts are prohibited in an area known as Miller Island within Klickitat County, Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, within the State of Washington:Being in the area after sundown or before sunrise. 36 CFR 261.58 (I)Possession or use of metal detectors, electronic apparatus or…
    Alert Start Date: November 19, 2024
    Forest Order: #06-22-01-24-07

  • Occupancy and Use/Camping Restrictions

    Camping limits are in place on all National Forest lands managed by the Mt. Hood National Forest, Gifford Pinchot National Forest, and the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area.What’s Not Allowed:Staying in one spot for more than 14 days in a row is not allowed.Camping anywhere in these areas…
    Alert Start Date: September 30, 2024
    Forest Order: #06-22-01-24-05

  • Wind Mountain Closure

    Starting July 18, 2023, and lasting through July 18, 2025 (unless lifted earlier), certain activities are temporarily not allowed in the Wind Mountain area of Skamania County, Washington. This closure is based on federal rules (16 USC § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50(a)) and is meant to protect areas…
    Alert Start Date: July 18, 2023
    Forest Order: #06-22-01-23-02

  • Overnight Use and Large Boat Launch Prohibition

    To protect public safety and natural resources, certain activities are not allowed at the Klickitat Mile One recreation site in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, located in Klickitat County, Washington. What’s Not Allowed:Camping at the site.Parking or leaving a vehicle at the site…
    Alert Start Date: November 2, 2021
    Forest Order: #06-22-01-21-14

  • Cape Horn Trail and Recreation Area

    This order prohibits the following acts within the Cape Horn area on the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area. Use of Any Vehicle On National Forest System TrailsUse of Motor Vehicle Off National Forest System RoadsBeing in the area after sundown or before sunrise.CampingCampfires
    Alert Start Date: January 2, 2011

  • Designated Closure of Areas Along Sandy River Delta

    This order prohibits entry and usage of the area which is closed along Sandy River Delta for the protection of archeological objects.
    Alert Start Date: April 12, 2004
    Forest Order: #CRGNSA-05-04

  • Use of Motorized Boats, Watercraft, or Vehicles on Klickitat River

    This order prohibits the use of boats, watercrafts, and vehicles and any other devices that are self-propelled by an internal combustion engine or self-propelled by electrical power. 
    Alert Start Date: November 12, 2003
    Forest Order: #CRGNSA-09-03

  • Use of Motorized Boats, Watercraft and Vehicles on White Salmon River

    This order prohibits the use of boats, watercraft and vehicles that are self propelled by an internal combustion engine or self propelled by electrical power on portions of the White Salmon Wild and Scenic River. 
    Alert Start Date: November 12, 2003
    Forest Order: #CRGNSA-08-03
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