Snowmobiler caution urged near logging work
The Ochoco National Forest is urging snowmobilers and other recreationists to be aware of ongoing logging operations and to exercise caution when using the Walton Sno-Park and adjacent forest roads and snowmobile trails this winter.
Log trucks headed to mills in Gilchrist and Prineville are expected to continue logging operations at the K9 timber sale through the winter season.
Trucks will use Forest Road 22, which passes next to Walton Sno-Park, as their main haul route. Additionally, some more minor roads may also be used for hauling.
Hauling routes and work areas will all be signed on developed access points (roads or trails) leading into the area.
Hauling routes begin east of Forest Road 2230 on Forest Road 22, and continue west to County Road 123 and out to US Highway 26. To see a map, go to www.fs.usda.gov/main/ochoco/home
Snowmobilers are asked to follow all safety regulations, especially those that restrict the use of snowmobile travel on any plowed roads.
Forest Road 22 is very narrow and can be quite icy. There are no defined areas to turn out if you encounter oncoming traffic, so please drive cautiously.
For more information, please contact Patrick Lair at (541) 416-6647 or plair@fs.fed.us.
