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Recreation

The Pacific Northwest has some of the most stunning views, deepest canyons, rugged mountains and spectacular rivers in the world.  Our forests and grasslands are treasured for their recreation opportunities. People are visiting them in record numbers to hike, camp, canoe, ski, and much more. 

Know Before You Go

What We Offer

Outdoor recreation provides countless health and social benefits to connect with nature and each other. National Forest recreation also strongly contributes to the economic vitality of rural, gateway communities.

Key Benefits & Services:

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âś… Economic Growth – The Pacific Northwest Region contributes nearly 7 million directly and indirectly annually to the economy, benefiting local businesses and neighboring communities. 

✅ Forest Access – Our forests and grasslands support millions of visitors across thousands of miles of trails and hundreds of camping, picnicking and rental opportunities.

✅ Partnerships & Funding – To make public land accessible to everyone, we collaborate with local officials, agencies, and organizations through cost-sharing, grants, and programs like the Secure Rural Schools Program.

Plan Your Adventure

Recreation.gov

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Explore camping reservations and find permits, activity tickets and recreation passes.

Explore opportunities

Recreation Opportunity Map

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Navigate this map to find recreation sites and activities offered in Pacific Northwest forests. 

Explore!

Recreation

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Alder Dune Campground
Site Open
Hiking Fishing Picnicking
Alder Dune Campground sits in a lush coastal forest between Alder and Dune Lakes. There are 39 campsites with privacy created by walls of native shrubbery. The day-use area is nearest to Dune Lake,…

Alder Dune Day Use (Dune Lake)
Site Open
Fishing Hiking Picnicking
The Alder Dune Day Use Area is in the Alder Dune Campground next to Dune Lake.Trails access sand dunes and the ocean. This Day Use Area provides access to Alder Dune Trail #1322.

Alder Dune Trails #1322
Hiking
This 1.0 mile trail loops around lake and sand dunes connecting to Sutton trail leading to the beach. Trailhead for this trail is in Alder Dune Day Use.

Alder Flat Trail #574
Hiking
This short and easily traveled trail meanders its way through Douglas fir, cedar and hemlock as it winds down to the shoreline of the Clackamas River.  It was burned in the 2020 Riverside Fire, but…

Alder Flat Trailhead
Hiking Fishing
Trailhead for Alder Flat Trail #574. Parking area has space for 4-5 vehicles with limited overflow.Be careful in burned areas. Watch out for burned trees, eroded slopes, mudslides, missing…

Alder Ridge ORV Trail
Hiking Biking Off-Highway Vehicles (OHV) Horse Riding and Camping
This trail provides access to Entiat Ridge and the Mad Lake area. It is maintained primarily for motorcycles and mountain bikes. The trail follows Forest Road 6208-160 through Department of Natural…

Alder Springs Campground
Site Open
Fishing Hiking Picnicking
This small, rustic site is right on the side of the historic McKenzie Pass Highway. Surrounded by towering Douglas fir trees, this is a perfect spot to be on a warm day.Access to Linton Lake…

Alder Springs Trail (#855)
Hiking
This trail descends into the canyon from the parking area at Alder Springs Trailhead. As it descends along the layered bluffs, visitors can see intriguing views of the canyon and the trail ahead.At…

Alder Springs Trailhead
Site Open
Though this trailhead is challenging to reach, and requires travel over some rough dirt roads, it is the access point for  Alder Springs Trail (#855). There are scenic views of the canyon from the…
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