State Forest Camping Fees Raised

Fees for camping in State Forests have been raised for the first time since the adoption of the initial Oregon Department of Forestry Recreation Rules in 1995.  While an average 50% increase may sound drastic, in reality State Forest Campgrounds remain the most economical choice for those looking to stretch their camping dollars the furthest.

When the campgrounds in the Tillamook, Clatsop and Santiam Forests open for the 2016 camping season the new fees will be:

 

Winter Weather Causes Trail Woes

The December rain and windstorms heavily impacted trails in the non-motorized network across the Tillamook State Forest.  High water undercut trees, washed away trail bridge supports and caused landslides.  Winds brought down trees that took hillsides with them.  The end result - several trails will be closed into the summer months.  Details below:

Gales Creek Trail - Bell Camp Trailhead to Storey Burn Trail Junction

•  Closed  to Equestrian Use
• Open to Mountain Bikers and Hikers
• This closure to equestrian use is due to several slides that are not passable by horses. 
• Repairs will take place in summer 2016.

 

Wilson River Trail - Jones Creek Equestrian Trailhead to Kings Mountain Trailhead

•  Closed  to Equestrian Use
• Open to Mountain Bikers and Hikers
• This closure to equestrian use is due to several slides that are not passable by horses. 
• Repairs will take place in summer 2016.

Wilson River Trail - Jones Creek Day Use Area to Tillamook Forest Center

High water in Jones Creek washed away the support
for this trail bridge's gabian basket.

•  Closed  to all types of trail use.
• This closure is due to significant undercutting of the trail bridge over Jones Creek.
• Repairs will take place in summer 2016.

For more information about other trails in the Tillamook State Forest, visit the Oregon Department of Forestry Non-motorized Trails webpage.