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Fremont-Winema National Forest
Welcome!
The Fremont-Winema National Forest occupies the heart of south central Oregon, from the eastern slope of the Cascade Range to the rugged desert landscape of Oregon's Outback.
The ecosystem ranges from towering snow-capped peaks to wide-open sage basins. Pivotal to the economy and communities of south central Oregon, this 2.3 million acre forest is known for its many recreational opportunities, scenic vistas and wild places where visitors can still find solitude.
Closure Order Updates
Please click on the links below for the latest forest closure orders:
Buck Creek Closure Order 06-02-04-24-02 and Map Updated and effective September 30, 2024
Copperfield Closure Order 06-02-12-24-01 and Map Effective September 11, 2024
Area, Road and Trail Closure - Paisley Ranger District and Map effective April 18, 2024
Occupancy and Use/Camping Restrictions Closure Order 06-02-22-02 and Map effective October 1, 2022
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Plan Your Visit
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Maps
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Need A Pass?
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Fire News
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Firewood Cutting Program
Free permits are available from your local forest district office or the Supervisor's Office in Lakeview, OR.
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Accessible Outdoor Adventures in Oregon and Washington
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Wildfire Crisis Strategy Landscapes
In January 2022, the Forest Service launched a robust, 10-year strategy to address the wildfire crisis in the places where it poses the most immediate threats to communities. The strategy, called “Confronting the Wildfire Crisis: A Strategy for Protecting Communities and Improving Resilience in America’s Forests,” (leer en español) combines a historic investment of congressional funding with years of scientific research and planning into a national effort that will dramatically increase the scale and pace of forest health treatments over the next decade. Through the strategy, the agency will work with states, Tribes and other partners to address wildfire risks to critical infrastructure, protect communities, and make forests more resilient.
News from the Forest
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Fremont-Winema Cone Collection
Do you ever wonder where saplings come from? It starts with collecting cones from the right trees and timing is everything.
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Partnerships create possibility
Without help from partners like Oregon Timber Trail Alliance who recently organized a second trail maintenance stewardship event, many of our favorite trails would remain unusable after a hard winter.
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Every Kid Outdoors Pass Yields Lifelong Benefits: The Impact of School Visits
During a recent presentation of the Every Kid Outdoors (EKO) program, a student from Mr. Ryan Hoying's class at Gilchrist Elementary asked, “What is an acorn?”
Recent News
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Fremont-Winema Supervisors Office Remodel
Release Date: Dec 10, 2024
Features
Northwest Forest Plan & Amendment
The Northwest Forest Plan covers 24.5 million acres of federally managed lands in California, Oregon, and Washington. It was established in 1994 to address threats to threatened and endangered species while also contributing to social and economic sustainability in the region. After nearly 30 years, the Northwest Forest Plan needs to be updated to accommodate changed ecological and social conditions.
Learn more and get involved: https://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/r6/nwfp.
Climbing Mt. McLoughlin Responsibly
Our tallest peak in southern Oregon is a gem, and numerous people venture up it every year. Learn how you can enjoy its splendor--safely!
