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2026 Press Releases

Seasonal Alcohol Ban Renewed on a Portion of the Illinois River

Release Date: May 13, 2026
The Wild and Scenic Illinois River is renowned for its blue-green, crystal-clear waters, abundant and diverse fisheries, unique and diverse…

Forest Service announces additional 2026 Fee Free Day on June 6

Release Date: May 13, 2026
The U.S. Forest Service today announced an additional 2026 recreation fee-free day on June 6 in celebration of National Trails Day.

Selected Recreation Sites Moving to Cashless Payment System

Release Date: May 4, 2026
Starting May 15, 2026, the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest will begin the transition to a cashless fee collection system at selected developed…

Rogue River National Recreation Trail Emergency Closure Update

Release Date: February 25, 2026
The Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest has updated the closure order, and posted the order and a map on the forest's website.
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