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
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.
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.
Learn more about county forest management and practices.
Volunteers 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.
Resources about illegal dumps found on public lands in Clackamas County.
You can help the BLM protect America’s public lands.
Northwest Oregon District - 503-375-5646
Tackling dumped garbage on public property and providing other cleanup services.
Report dumped garbage - 503-234-3000
Report illegal dumps found on state owned lands.
Headquarters - 503-945-7200
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 Christina Dannenbring at 503-742-4663 or cdannenbring@clackamas.us.
