Alerts
Stay informed and plan ahead by checking the alerts below before visiting the Umpqua National Forest.
Forest Alerts
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Fall Prescribed Burning
10/05/2026 Update: Umpqua National Forest is planning for fall prescribed burning. Work is estimated to occur between October 1, 2026 and October 19, 2026, as conditions allow. Certified prescribed fire specialists use prescribed fires to help remove excess vegetation, reduce wildfire risk,… -
North Umpqua Trail Temporary Closure
The North Umpqua Trail will be closed from the Wright Creek Trailhead to the Calf Creek Trailhead from October 4, 2026 to October 7, 2026 to support essential trail recovery operations. The public is asked to recreate in other areas of the Forest on these dates. To find an alternative recreation… -
Poole Creek Campground Closed for the 2026 Season
Poole Creek Campground, including Poole Creek Boat Ramp is closed for construction. The campground will remain closed until the summer 2027 season. This project is being completed in collaboration with PacifiCorp and will improve campground infrastructure and visitor access. Planned improvements… -
National Forest Service Road 28 Roadwork
Ongoing roadwork is occurring on National Forest Service Road 28 at milepost 15.49 and 18.60. Expect intermittent, minimal delays, slow down, and watch for flaggers. Work has a tentative completion date of November 1, 2026. Work includes tree felling and retaining wall construction at milepost… -
Blue-Green Algae Precaution for Diamond and Lemolo Lakes
Oregon Health Association has issued a precaution for Diamond and Lemolo Lakes, which will remain in effect until the visible bloom dissipates or is otherwise determined to be innoxious. At this time, weekly monitoring of Umpqua National Forest lakes this summer have not detected harmful algae… -
Forest-operated Developed Recreation Sites are No Longer Accepting Cash or Check
All Forest-operated developed recreation sites are no longer accepting cash or check. Scan & Pay will be available at campgrounds, trailheads, showers, RV dump stations, boat ramps, and picnic day use areas across the Forest.  How will this impact how you recreate in summer 2026?  With limited… -
Umpqua Hot Springs Rules and Regulations
The area of the Umpqua Hot Springs is designated day-use only. Prohibited actions in or around the Umpqua Hot Springs include Being in the area after sundown or before sunrise, camping, or parking or leaving a vehicle in violation of posted instructions. -
14-Day Stay Limit Across Umpqua National Forest
Camping within a five-mile radius for longer than 14 days and staying longer than 28 calendar days in a given year is prohibited.