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Welcome to the Siuslaw National Forest
Welcome to the Siuslaw National Forest
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.
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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 Siuslaw National Forest offers a wide array of activities.
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Permits & Passes
Learn where day use fees are charged, what types of passes are available, and where to purchase them.
Features
Unlikely Career Path - A Siuslaw National Forest Employee Highlight
A wildland firefighter’s journey from structural firefighting to fire prevention.
Spotlights
Silverspot - the Flight to Recovery
Learn how the U.S. Forest Service has teamed up with a number of organizations to study and bring back the silverspot butterfly.
Accessible Adventures
Explore accessible adventures in the Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area, the hidden gems of the Siuslaw National Forest, and more locations.
Be a Citizen Scientist
Approximately 10% of the Siuslaw is vegetated with non-native species. Be a citizen scientist by using the EDDMapS West app to provide information to Siuslaw botanists.
Family Friendly Siuslaw
The Siuslaw offers many ways for kids and families to experience nature and pique their curiosity about the world around them.
Alerts & Warnings
- UTV Takeover Curfew
- Use northern route to access Drift Creek Falls
- Forest Road 789 - Poor Condition
- High water at several recreation sites (ODNRA)
- Beach restrictions in effect March 15 - Sept. 15 to protect nesting birds
- Sweet Creek Falls Homestead Trail bridge failure
- Central Coast RD: FS Rd 5590 Closed