Mountain Lion Spotted in Black Butte Ranch, Police Remind Public of Wildlife Dangers

BLACK BUTTE RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Black Butte Ranch Police are remind the public of wildlife dangers due to their location within Central Oregon.

In a social media post, the department is reminding residents to be cautious of wildlife, this after a mountain lion was spotted on a local golf course.

You can read the social media post below:

A Friendly Wildlife Reminder for Black Butte Ranch 

One of the things that makes Black Butte Ranch so special is that we’re surrounded by a beautiful, natural forest—and that means we share this incredible landscape with wildlife, including predatory animals.

Seeing wildlife is not uncommon, and while these encounters can be amazing, it’s important to give animals plenty of space and take a few simple precautions:

Avoid walking alone at night, especially in less-traveled areas.

Keep pets close and within view at all times.

Never approach, follow, or attempt to interact with wildlife.

Stay alert and be aware of your surroundings, particularly around dawn, dusk, and after dark.

Let’s enjoy the beauty of Black Butte Ranch while respecting the wild neighbors who call this place home. A little awareness goes a long way in keeping people, pets, and wildlife safe.