Siuslaw National Forest

Siuslaw National Forest
4077 S.W. Research Way
P.O. Box 1148
Corvallis, Oregon 97339

(541) 750-7000
Fax: (541) 750-7234

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Special Use Permits

Beginning in Fall 2008, applications for Recreation Events on the Central Coast Ranger District and Oregon Dunes National Recreation Area will only be accepted between October 15 & December 15 each year.

Not sure if you need a Special Use Permit?
Please contact us.

A Special Use Authorization is a permit that grants rights or privileges of occupancy and use subject to specified terms and conditions on National Forest land.

The occupancy and use may be for a one-day event such as a wedding or bicycle race, or for up to 40 years such as a ski resort permit.

Our policy is to manage special uses on National Forest lands in a manner that:

protects natural resource values,
protects public health and safety,
and is consistent with the Forest land and resource management plans.

Before a special use proposal is approved, the agency must determine that the proposed use complies with the Forest's land and resource management plan; that National Environmental Policy Act requirements are met; there is a demonstrated need for the activity on National Forest System lands; and the use is appropriate on National Forest System lands.

None of the existing special use authorities provide for permanent use of National Forest System lands.

NOTE: Proposals for commercial vending operations or motorized guide services are currently not accepted. Applications for these services will only be accepted through a competitive process initiated by the Forest Service.

Examples of vending operations include: coffee shops, hot dog stands, OHV repair services or clothing sales.

USDA Forest Service, Siuslaw National Forest
Last modified Monday, June 30 2008