From forest floor to ocean shore the Siuslaw National Forest stretches from the lush forests of the coastal mountains to the unique Oregon Dunes and the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. Come, play, explore a stunning choice of things to do and see. Find out more about the Siuslaw National Forest and what we've accomplished.
Looking for more adventure? Explore our recreation section.
The health and safety of visitors as well as Forest Service employees and volunteers is paramount during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are working to meet mask and social distancing guidelines from the Oregon Health Authority and Centers for Disease Control to help reduce the spread of the virus.
The Siuslaw National Forest is hiring 60+ seasonal positions for the summer of 2021 in fields such as natural resources, recreation, timber, and visitor services. Most of the positions are entry-level (GS 3-7), and some positions may offer housing on site. Applications must be submitted on www.USAJOBS.gov from Oct. 30 through Nov. 9. Click here for more details about seasonal job openings.
On a clear day, from the top of the Marys Peak, the highest point in Oregon’s Coast Range, you can see both the Pacific Ocean to the west and many of the Cascade peaks to the east.
Towering trees through a coastal fog. Frothy surf crashing upon jagged shores. Majestic headlands with clear views for miles. It's all here where the forest meets the sea.
Sand Lake Recreation Area, on Oregon's North Coast, covers 1,076 acres of open sand dunes, surrounded by forests and adjacent to the Pacific Ocean. It offers a variety of recreation.