Passes & Permits

  • Forest Products
    & Permits

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    Special forest products offered on the Forest, including firewood, mushrooms, transplants, and more.

    Forest Products
    & Permits

  • Special Use Permits

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    Outfitters, guides, events, commercial photography, summer cabins, & other special use permits.

    Special Use Permits

  • Recreation Passes

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    Learn more about recreation passes, where they are required and which passes are offered.

    Recreation Passes

  • Wilderness Permits

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    Permits are free and self-issued at some trailheads. Learn more about Mt. Hood wilderness areas.

    Wilderness Permits

For other permit types, contact your local Ranger District office.

Alerts & Warnings

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Recreation Pass Vendor Map

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