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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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Recreation sites closed due to Cedar Creek Fire
Release Date: Aug 9, 2022
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Willamette and Umpqua National Forests implement emergency closure order for Potter Fire
Release Date: Aug 5, 2022
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Multi-Forest Closure Required for Firefighter & Public Safety
Release Date: Aug 5, 2022
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Fire restrictions in place on the Willamette National Forest
Release Date: Aug 5, 2022
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Potter Fire Update
Release Date: Aug 1, 2022
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Willamette National Forest to restore access to fire affected areas
Release Date: Aug 1, 2022
Features
Recruiting New Hood-Willamette Resource Advisory Committee Members
The Hood-Willamette RAC is currently recruiting new Members! Applications are due by 9/1/2022 for placement in the next year. Read on for more information, and instructions on how to apply.
2022 Central Cascades Wilderness Trip Planning
The Central Cascades wilderness areas of Oregon are home to iconic mountain peaks, high alpine meadows and lakes, and old growth forests. In an effort to preserve the natural beauty and wilderness experience for you and future visitors and to better manage recreation-related impacts, these areas will be managed with use limits, or quotas, to ensure the protection of these landscapes now and into the future. Find out what is new in 2022, and start planning your trip.