Many developed recreation sites to reopen, some remain closed; campfire restrictions lifted

Contact(s): Lisa Romano

Corvallis, OR: Many developed recreation sites that were closed following the historic Labor Day wind storm will be reopening at noon on Thursday, September 24.  Downed trees and hanging limbs that created hazards at recreation sites are still being cleaned up; some day use recreation sites, access roads, and campgrounds will remain temporarily closed until further notice. With the reduced fire danger due to cooler, wetter weather, campfire restrictions have been lifted.

"The number of trees and limbs that came down in the storm earlier this month made many of our recreation sites unsafe for visitors," said Robert Sanchez, forest supervisor. "Some of these places, like Cape Perpetua and Drift Creek Falls, were especially hard hit. We appreciate people's patience as we work to clean up these sites and make them safe for everyone to enjoy again."

The recreation sites that will remain temporarily closed are listed below. Some campgrounds that typically close for the season at the end of September will not reopen this season; they are identified below. The closed day use sites will reopen as soon as it is safe to do so.

Before leaving home, visitors must check online or by phone to find out which recreation sites are open; this list will be updated regularly as recreation sites reopen. Travelers should be prepared to find debris and possibly downed trees on lesser used and spur roads and should be aware of possible hazards, such as dangling limbs, in forested areas.

Due to Covid-19, Siuslaw National Forest offices are conducting the majority of public business by phone, email, or through web-based transactions. Members of the public should call to schedule an appointment to conduct any critical in-person business.