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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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Camping
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Hiking
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Maps & Publications
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Recreation Passes
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Winter Range Closures
Winter range closures are in effect December 1 through March 31. Motorized vehicles are prohibited in the closure areas to protect deer and elk during the winter.
Features
Wildfire Crisis Strategy: Central Oregon
Central Oregon is one of 21 priority landscapes selected to receive up to $43.1 million in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding to implement the Wildfire Crisis Strategy through 2024.
Spotlights
Please Don't Pet or Feed Wild Horses
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?
Use this guide to help you identify the top invasive plants of the Crooked River Basin!
Campfire Safety
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
Each year, the Ochoco National Forest and Crooked River National Grassland undertake numerous projects to eradicate invasive and restore native plants.
