Siuslaw Nat'l Forest

Firefighters on the Siuslaw National Forest are preparing to conduct a 10-acre prescribed burn near Waxmyrtle Campground in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area on Tuesday, March 10 -- if weather conditions are favorable. fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/ne…

Now Hiring! Apply on USAjobs.gov by March 3, 2026. The Siuslaw National Forest is hiring seasonal employees for the summer. Duty station locations include Corvallis, Reedsport, Florence, Waldport and Hebo, Oregon. More information: fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/wo…

Do you have questions about how to visit Sand Lake Recreation Area over Fourth of July weekend? We have answers. The ticket reservation system that will reduce congestion, provide for public safety, and create a more enjoyable recreation experience. fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/re…

A section of Forest Service Road (FSR) 1633 is closed for public safety due to a landslide that removed portions of the road surface. Use FSR 1280 as an alternate route. fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/al…

Firewood cutting season ends February 28th on the @siuslawNF . Commercial and personal use permits are required when harvesting or transporting firewood. Call your local office before visiting to ensure permit availability. More information: fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/pe…

Sand Lake campground reservations for Fourth of July weekend are going fast. Click the links below to check availability. West Winds recreation.gov/camping/campgr… East Dunes recreation.gov/camping/campgr… Sandbeach recreation.gov/camping/campgr… More information at fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/re…

A reminder that the Cape Perpetua Visitor Center is closed through May 2026 for an extensive remodel. All other areas of the Cape Perpetua Scenic Area remain open. The info booth at Devil’s Churn Day Use Area will be open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10am to 3pm.

A water outage is impacting several sites at the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area. Water will not be available until further notice: • Horsfall Campground • Horsfall Day Use • Old Bark Day Use • Horsfall Beach Campground & Day Use ℹ️More info: nfs.fs2c.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/al…

Reservations for West Winds Campground will be available from Recreation.gov starting Jan. 1 2026. Reservations are required June 29 - July 6. The rest of the year is first-come, first-served. Save this link. recreation.gov/camping/campgr… More info: fs.usda.gov/.../recreation…

❄️Winter Recreation Advisory❄️ Recent rainstorms and high winds have impacted the @siuslawNF. We are assessing the extent of the road and trail damage from minor landslides and downed trees and branches; you may encounter debris. Snow is present at higher elevations.

In accordance with the Administration’s Presidential Action, our offices will be closed Dec. 24-26 in observance of the Federal holiday. National forests and grasslands will remain open for your enjoyment.

The Hebo District Ranger Office will be closed due to a power outage. Normal business hours may resume Friday Dec. 19, 2025. Call before you visit for pass and permit availability. fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/of…

To reduce congestion and provide for public safety, Sand Lake Recreation Area will have a ticket reservation system July 3, 4 and 5, 2026. To visit Sand Lake visitors will need a vehicle ticket or a campground reservation from Recreation.gov. fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/re…

The Cape Perpetua Visitor Center will close from Dec. 16, 2025 through May 2026 for an extensive remodel. This includes modernizing aging infrastructure, updating displays and expanding the gift shop. The parking lot and trails will remain open. fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/ne…

In Dec. and Jan. geotechnical drilling and testing will be conducted on Marys Peak and on Mt Hebo near communication sites. This is an effort between the Bonneville Power Administration and the @siuslawNF. You may see equipment working. There are no closures in place.

Looking for a new way to travel and support public land? The Hebo Ranger District is looking for a camp host to support Hebo Lake Campground in 2026. Camp hosts live onsite and are provided access to sewer, propane, and electric hookups for an RV, travel trailer or camper.

Siuslaw offices and the Cape Perpetua Visitor Center will be closed for Thanksgiving. Call our offices before you visit on Friday Nov. 28 to determine our office hours and permit availability. Christmas tree permits are available online at t.ly/1660E

Christmas tree permits are available to purchase online through Recreation.gov and in-person at the Siuslaw National Forest district offices (Hebo, Waldport, and Reedsport). Call our offices before your visit to ensure availability. fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/pe…

The Homestead Trailhead and the northern portion of Sweet Creek Falls Trail, is closed due to significant boardwalk damage. Temporary road closures along Forest Service Road 48 (Sweet Creek Road) near the Homestead trailhead may be necessary. fs.usda.gov/r06/siuslaw/ne…