Forestry

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Balances biological, economic, and social considerations in the management of county-owned forested properties while utilizing the resources to provide residents of the County with a variety of outdoor experiences.

Forests are a key to the quality of life in Clackamas County. County forest properties are open for most day-use activities except target shooting, motorized recreation and firewood cutting.

After-dark and overnight use are not allowed and camp fires are not allowed.

Forest Management and Recreational Use

Mount Hood

Recreational Use Policy

Forests are a key to the quality of life in Clackamas County. County forest properties are open for most day-use activities except target shooting, motorized recreation and firewood cutting.

After-dark and overnight use are not allowed and camp fires are not allowed.

Target shooting prohibited sign

Shooting Prohibited

Shooting is not allowed on county forest and parks lands. Please consult with your local U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management office for locations of designated shooting areas on federal land. 

Forest trees

Forest Management (PDF)

Learn more about county forest management and practices.

Aerial view of forest

Join Us

Volunteer to serve on the Forest Advisory Board.

Illegal Dumping

We regret to inform you that the Dump Stoppers program will not be resuming operations. It has been an honor serving the community for the last 20 years.

Report illegal dumps found on Clackamas County owned forestlands by calling us at 503-742-4414. Note: Clackamas County is not responsible for illegal dumps on federally or privately owned land.

The following resources will help you report other illegal dumps.

  • Garbage & Recycling
    Resources about illegal dumps found on public lands in Clackamas County.
  • Bureau of Land Management
    You can help the BLM protect America’s public lands.
    Northwest Oregon District: 503-375-5646
  • Metro's RID Patrol
    Tackling dumped garbage on public property and providing other cleanup services.
    Report dumped garbage: 503-234-3000
  • Oregon Department of Forestry
    Report illegal dumps found on state owned lands.
    Headquarters: 503-945-7200
  • US Forest Service
    Report illegal dumps found on federally owned lands.
    Clackamas River Ranger District: 503-622-2009

The Lumber Industry

Learn about earth friendly ways to support the lumber industry and urban building needs.

Forest Advisory Board

We are seeking members for the Forest Advisory Board. For more information, contact Lisa Harman at 503-742-4414 or lharman@clackamas.us.

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Phone:503-742-4414
Fax:503-742-4420
Email:adobmeier@clackamas.us

150 Beavercreek Road Oregon City, OR 97045

Office Hours:

Monday to Thursday
7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.