Winter Recreation

Yes, there are winter recreation activities in the Tillamook State Forest. Many anglers are enjoying winter steelhead fishing, families are building snowmen and throwing snowballs, boot prints and motorcycle tracks have been seen on a few trails, and there are even a few cold weather campers enjoying the winter fun.

Winter is great time to experience the forest under a blanket of snow if you are prepared. It's easy to get all of the information you need to have an enjoyable forest adventure.

Please remember, forest roads are not plowed like state highways or rural neighborhoods.  It is easy for vehicles to become stuck in even the smallest amount of snow.

• Check the weather forecast.  National Weather Service 
• Check road conditions. Oregon TripCheck
• Check the forest road and trail report. Oregon Department of Forestry
• Read ODOT's Winter Travel Tips
• Pack your hats, gloves, boots, jackets, food, water, and everything else you need for your chosen activity to have a safe and enjoyable adventure.

Temporary Trail Closures in Rogers Basin

The Gravelle Brothers Trail is temporarily closed between University Falls and the Devils Lake Fork of Wilson River due to timber harvest activity. Once harvest activity is completed, the trail will reopen immediately. 

We apologize for the inconvenience. If you have any questions regarding the closure, please contact Joe Offer, Recreation Operations Manager, at (503)359-7464.

Fire Season & Regulated Use Terminated

Effective Monday, October 24, 2022 at 9:00 AM, Fire Season and Regulated Use for the Northwest Oregon Area is terminated.  This includes state managed lands of the Clatsop and Tillamook State Forests.