ODFW seeks public comment on proposed changes for sport fishing regulations
The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife will be proposing several changes for next year’s Sport Fishing Regulations at the Friday, Aug. 4…
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Oregon Parks now offers same-day online coastal camping reservations for available sites
Visitors hoping to camp last-minute at the coast can now check online to view and book same-day openings when sites are available, the Oregon Parks…
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Public reminded that Forest Service Road 16 is temporarily closed for road reconstruction
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Sisters Ranger District and the Deschutes National Forest road crew are reconstructing the non-paved portion of Forest…
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Willamette National Forest reduces Cedar Creek Fire closure area; several campgrounds, trailheads reopen
Pacific Crest Trail also open for thru hikers OAKRIDGE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Willamette National Forest announced Friday that it will be reducing the…
Continue Reading Forest Service waives recreation fees for Juneteenth
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — In celebration of Juneteenth, the USDA Forest Service is waiving recreation fees for day-use sites in Washington and…
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BLM waives day-use fees in observance of Juneteenth
PORTLAND, Ore, (KTVZ) — To honor Juneteenth National Independence Day and increase recreational access to public land, the Bureau of Land…
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BLM cuts ribbon on new Bakeoven Facilities in Maupin, partially funded by Great American Outdoors Act
The Bureau of Land Management is proud to announce the opening of new facilities in Maupin for the agency and its partners, including regional…
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June is Oregon’s Search and Rescue Month; state agencies share tips to keep outdoor adventures safe
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Warmer weather has arrived, and Oregonians are eager to hike, camp, boat, climb and explore. In recognition of Search and…
Continue Reading Forest Service to waive recreation fees on Saturday’s National Get Outdoors Day
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The USDA Forest Service is waiving recreation fees for day-use sites in Washington and Oregon on Saturday, June 10 in…
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Public reminder: Central Cascades Wilderness Permit season begins June 15
The Deschutes and Willamette National Forests want to remind the public that the Central Cascades Wilderness Permit System goes into effect Thursday,…
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Five more campgrounds open for season on Deschutes National Forest; others still closed after late snowfall
The march from a snowy late winter to a warm, sunny summer for Central Oregon lovers of the outdoors hit another milestone Friday as five more…
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Deschutes Trails Coalition announces 2023 small projects grant awards
The Deschutes Trails Coalition has announced awards totaling $32,711 for their annual Small Projects Grant program. This program funds trail-related…
Continue Reading Gull Point Campground closed for this year, Paulina Lake Campground opening delayed due to hazard trees
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) —Â The Forest Service wats to remind people that Gull Point Campground and Boat Ramp will remain closed for the 2023 camping…
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DCSO SAR has busy start to weekend, rescuing injured motorcyclist SE of Bend, fallen hiker at Paulina Lake
Memorial Day weekend got off to a busy start for Deschutes County Sheriff’s Search and Rescue, with two missions in 24 hours: an off-road…
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Fish, clam and crab for free during Oregon’s Free Fishing Weekend June 3-4
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ)— Everyone can fish, clam and crab for free in Oregon on Saturday and Sunday of the first weekend of June, the Oregon Department…
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Deschutes County road crews clear snow, reopen Cascade Lakes Highway, just days before holiday weekend
Just days before the big holiday weekend, Deschutes County road crews reopened the Cascade Lakes Highway on Tuesday morning, but drivers were warned…
Continue Reading Late, heavy snow means 20 Deschutes National Forest campgrounds won’t open in time for Memorial Day weekend
This winter’s deep snowpack will delay the opening of 20 Deschutes National Forest campgrounds in time for Memorial Day weekend, officials said…
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Free camping, day-use, activities to celebrate State Parks Day on June 3
Celebrate State Parks Day with free parking and free RV and tent site camping at all Oregon State Parks on Saturday, June 3, as well as special…
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Mowing operations next week to close part of Peter Skene Ogden Trail on Deschutes National Forest
Mowing operations are planned next week for Deschutes National Forest lands adjacent to the Peter Skene Ogden Trail, resulting in closure of a…
Continue Reading Monty, Perry South Campgrounds to close for pre-season maintenance, hazard tree removal
Monty and Perry South Campgrounds will close for pre-season maintenance and hazard tree removal in the coming weeks, the Deschutes National Forest…
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