Big Spring Campground Closure

Forest Order # 06-07-02-25-05

Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50 (a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited on National Forest System lands, roads and trails within the following described area on the Ochoco National Forest, Paulina Ranger District, as described in the attached Exhibit A. 

This order will become effective beginning August, 27, 2025 through August 26, 2026, unless rescinded sooner.

PROHIBITIONS: 

1. Going onto or being within an area closed for public health and safety. 

36 CFR § 261.53 (e) The area described below will be closed to public access/entry due to hazards and hazardous conditions created as a result of a lightning complex fire in July of 2024. 

AFFECTED AREA/CLOSURE AREA: The closed area consists of:  Big Springs Campground, located in Township 14 South, Range 23 East, Section 29, within the Paulina Ranger District of the Ochoco National Forest.  The closure includes all developed sites, roads, trails and facilities within the campground boundary. Refer to the attached map (Exhibit A).

Cover Letter Forest Order 06-07-02-25-05

06-07-02-25-05 Big Springs Campground Closure Order

06-07-02-25-05 Exhibit A Closure Map