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Mt. Hood National Forest
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The Mt. Hood National Forest encompasses 1.1 million acres, about one-third of it designated wilderness. The Forest offers year-round recreation opportunities and its watersheds provide drinking water to 1 million people in the greater Portland area.
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Northwest Forest Plan Amendment
The 1994 Northwest Forest Plan is an overarching land management plan that applies to 17 national forests (including Mt. Hood) to address impacts to threatened and endangered species while also contributing to social and economic sustainability in the region.
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Wildfire Crisis Strategy on Mt. Hood
In early 2023, the Mt. Hood National Forest was selected to receive additional funding as part of the Wildfire Crisis Strategy. This landscape comprises Federal, State, Tribal, and private lands on and around the Mt. Hood National Forest and the project area includes three firesheds, several wilderness areas, and the Bull Run watershed.
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Recent News
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Pile Burning Begins on Mt. Hood National Forest
Release Date: Oct 31, 2024
Alerts & Warnings
- Do not follow Google Maps directions to Bagby Hot Springs
- Whisky Creek Fire closure; includes PCT detour
- Sno-Park Permits required Nov. 1 thru Apr. 30
- Logging activity along FR 4610; impact to LaDee Flats
- Temporary delays on CRRD roads for hazard tree work
- Dog River Trail temporary closure
- Bridge closures on the Barlow Road