Know Before You Go: Current Conditions

We want your visit to the Willamette National Forest to be enjoyable and safe. Please be aware that weather and road conditions can change very rapidly, and plan your trip accordingly. For additional updates follow us on Twitter and Facebook.

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Conditions

Campgrounds
Trails
Wilderness
Road Conditions
Weather
River Hazards
Fire
Public Notices
Winter Recreation

Explore Recreation Opportunities on the Forest

Campgrounds

Campground conditions are listed under the recreation conditions report. Many campground and cabin reservations can be reserved online at www.recreation.gov or phone 1.877.444.6777.

Trails

There are over 500 trails on the Willamette National Forest from short day hikes to backpacks in the wilderness. We update individual trails if conditions change. View our hiking trails here.

Wilderness

Central Cascade Wilderness Permits are required for all overnight use in the Three Sisters, Mt. Washington, and Mt. Jefferson Wilderness areas from the Friday before Memorial Day through the last Friday in September. Some trailheads require this permit for day use as well. Learn more about the Central Cascades Wilderness Permit system here and make sure to review Wilderness rules and regulations before traveling.

Road Conditions

Only roads that have known closures, delays or hazards are reported. If you have questions about specific roads not listed, please contact the appropriate ranger station. View forest road conditions.

Weather

Area weather report from the National Weather Service. The Willamette National Forest spans a large area. Look for the weather report closest to your planned activity.

Middle Fork Travel Ranger District (Hwy 58)

Oakridge
Willamette Pass (including snow levels)

River Hazard Warnings

Inflatables (i.e. air mattresses, pool toys and inner tubes) are not designed for river please avoid using these devices for river recreation.

Oregon State Marine Board Reported Obstructions Alerts

USGS Current Conditions for Oregon: Streamflow

Current Fire Conditions

Fire Information: Wildfire activity on the Willamette National Forest ranging from fire danger levels, public use restrictions, and official closures.