Oregon National Forests
Oregon National Forests comprise multiple interconnected federally protected landscapes across southern and central Oregon, offering vast trails, dramatic river canyons, and multimodal recreation.
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Geography
| Continent | North America |
|---|---|
| Region | Oregon Coast & Cascades |
| Subregion | Pacific Northwest |
| Country | United States |
| State | Oregon |
| Timezone | AmericaLos Angeles |
| Latitude | 43.5 |
| Longitude | -123.3 |
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11:56 AM LOCAL TIMEOregon National Forests are a series of federally managed landscapes that together form a mosaic of forested peaks, canyoned rivers, and high desert plateaus across southern and central Oregon. Key components include the Deschutes National Forest and Willamette National Forest in the Cascades, the Umpqua National Forest with its volcanic lakes, the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest straddling southern Oregon–northern California, and the Siskiyou Mountains with isolated peaks and wilderness. Visitors come here for multi-day trail routes like the Pacific Crest Trail, whitewater rafting and fishing, mountain biking in designated zones, and summits above 3000 meters. The interconnected nature of these lands makes for long-distance adventures and provides access to a range of ecosystems, from moist Cascade meadows to arid volcanic ridges; access depends on season and elevation. Local towns—Bend, Eugene, Grants Pass—serve as gateways for lodging, guided trips, and supplies, but much of the land is managed for dispersed recreation, require trailhead planning and Leave No Trace practices.
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