Deschutes & Ochoco National Forests
Crooked River National Grassland

The Deschutes and Ochoco National Forests along withthe Crooked River National Grassland encompass just over 2.5 million acres of Central Oregon.

These public lands extend about 100 miles along theeast side of theCascade Mountains crest andeastward into the Ochoco Mountains. They are richinhuman and natural history andradiate variety offering a multitude of diverse scenic and recreation opportunities. Alpine forests and lush meadows, sparkling lakes and scenic rivers, dense evergreen forests, and lava caves are contained within the spectacular snow capped volcanicpeaks of the CascadeMountain Range to the west andhigh desert to the east. Newberry National Volcanic Monument offers an up close andpersonal look at volcanoes and is home to the enendangered pumice grape fern.

Forest Service Contributes To National Economic Recovery -

For more local, regional, and national information on the
American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) follow this link for local information - updated 4/29

Success Stories across the country

Weed-free Feed Required in Northwest Forests
As part of a larger effort to reduce invasive species on national forest lands, weed-free feed is being required in the 17 national forests and the Crooked River National Grasslands of the Pacific Northwest this year. This follows a requirement in 2007 that weed-free feed be used in Pacific Northwest Wildernesses. Read more>>>

For more information on weeds follow this link>>>

photo: Correct color of twine (purple & yellow) used for certified weed-free hay bales.

Travel Management

Deschutes & Ochoco National Forests & Crooked River National Grassland

Environmental Impact Statement Documents for implementing the Travel Management Rule for Deschutes & Ochoco National Forests & Crooked River National Grassland

MAPS -- Deschutes National Forest -- Ochoco National Forest --Crooked River National Grassland

Motorized Trails Projects -

includes Ochoco East Vicinity Map, Three Trails & Lava Rock

Fire Information - Each National Forest or land management agency may have different Public Use Restrictions, please check with you local Forest office for current fire conditions and restrictions. Fireworks prohibited on National Forests. 24-hour Fire Use Information Line: 1-800-523-4737

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The National Forest Foundation brings people together to protect our National Forests and Grasslands. As a nonprofit partner of the U.S. Forest Service, engaging America in community-based and national programs that promote the health and public enjoyment of theNational Forest System. Helping the U.S. Forest Service fulfill its mission to "care for the land andserve people," the foundation works in close collaboration with local people andcommunities.

Friends of the Forest is a free Web-based program that provides you with more information about opportunities on our National Forests and the NFF's conservation work. To learn more and to join check the National Forest Foundation website.