Recent News

• Prescribed Burns to occur beginning Wednesday near Sisters

  Release Date: Apr 12, 2021  

• Paved Path from Bend to Lava Lands Visitor Center Public Comment Period Opens

  Release Date: Apr 9, 2021  

• Bend-Ft. Rock Ranger District highlights the status of several roads for the Spring

  Release Date: Apr 7, 2021  

• Prescribed Burn tomorrow in Pine Mountain area

  Release Date: Apr 7, 2021  

• Sisters Ranger District to Host Virtual Open House

  Release Date: Apr 6, 2021  

• Recreation overview of the Deschutes National Forest for Spring and Summer

  Release Date: Apr 5, 2021  

• Road maintenance to occur in the Metolius Basin in April

  Release Date: Apr 2, 2021  

Features

2021 Central Cascades Wilderness Trip Planning

The Central Cascades wilderness areas of Oregon are home to iconic mountain peaks, high alpine meadows and lakes, and old growth forests. Crystal clear streams, wildflower meadows, rugged mountain views, young lava flows, and much more can be found in the Mount Jefferson, Mount Washington and Three Sisters Wilderness areas.

In an effort to preserve the natural beauty and wilderness experience for you and future visitors and to better manage recreation-related impacts, these areas will be managed with use limits, or quotas, to ensure the protection of these landscapes now and into the future. Find out what is new in 2021, and start planning your trip. 

Winter Safety Guide

We hope you enjoy winter recreation on the Deschutes National Forest. Please take a look at some of these tips to keep you, your family and others safe!

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Spotlights

Hunting on the Deschutes

Planning a hunting trip on the Deschutes National Forest?

Know Before You Go by clicking on this information!

Accessible Adventures in the Deschutes National Forest

Learn more about premier accessible recreation sites in the Deschutes National Forest.