Welcome to the Willamette National Forest
Welcome to the Willamette National Forest
Home to eight wilderness areas, including the popular Three Sisters Wilderness and Mt. Jefferson Wilderness, a variety of backpacking and day hiking opportunities, waterfalls, and much more!
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Maps & Publications

Be prepared! Check out our free and downloadable maps.
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Recreation

Whether seeking solitude or a family get away, the Willamette National Forest offers a wide array of activities.
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Recreation Permits & Passes

Learn where day use fees are charged, what types of passes are available, and where to purchase them.
Recent News
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USDA Forest Service Secures Over $41 Million to Conserve Pacific Northwest Forests in Oregon and Washington
Release Date: Oct 31, 2024
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Completed Hwy 46 road repair projects open access along scenic byway
Release Date: Oct 28, 2024
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Moss Mountain Fire closure reduction opens Middle Fork recreation areas
Release Date: Oct 25, 2024
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Bingham Fire closure order ends, opening access to popular recreation areas
Release Date: Oct 21, 2024
Features
Northwest Forest Plan Amendment
The Northwest Forest Plan covers 24.5 million acres of federally managed lands in California, Oregon, and Washington. It was established in 1994 to address threats to threatened and endangered species while also contributing to social and economic sustainability in the region. After nearly 30 years, the Northwest Forest Plan needs to be updated to accommodate changed ecological and social conditions.
Learn more and get involved: https://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/r6/nwfp.
Cedar Creek Fire Burned Area Emergency Response Highlights
A deeper understanding of the short- and long-term effects of the Cedar Creek Fire will be clearer as we slowly gain access in the coming year.