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Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland
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Welcome to the Ochoco National Forest

The Ochoco National Forest and the Crooked River National Grassland are home to many treasured landscapes and activities. Come find your special place!

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Recent News

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  • Pile burning begins Monday on the Crooked River National Grassland

    Release Date: Jan 20, 2023  

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Spotlights

Please Don't Pet or Feed Wild Horses

Tamed mustang at Grant Meadows

The Forest Service and Central Oregon Wild Horse Coalition wish to remind visitors not to pet or feed wild horses, because doing so can harm the animal and require its removal.

Are those noxious weeds you're standing in?

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Use this guide to help you identify the top invasive plants of the Crooked River Basin!

Campfire Safety

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Do you know how to properly extinguish a campfire? Check out this short video for some campfire safety tips.

How we're protecting and restoring native plants

Botany and Plant Restoration

Each year, the Ochoco National Forest and Crooked River National Grassland undertake numerous projects to eradicate invasive and restore native plants. 

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Alerts & Warnings

  • Water Unavailable at Rager RS

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Related Links

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Shane Jeffries, Forest Supervisor

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Slater Turner, Grassland & Lookout Mountain District Ranger

Ochoco National Forest
3160 NE Third Street
Prineville, Oregon 97754
(541) 416-6500
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274 SW 4th Street
Madras, Oregon 97741
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