Northwest Oregon: BLM Campsites Removed along the Quartzville Recreation Corridor
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Salem, Ore. – The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Northwest Oregon District has removed several dispersed campsites along the Quartzville Back Country Byway, located northeast of Sweet Home, Oregon. Designated dispersed campsites remain available along the Byway on a first come first serve basis. These available dispersed campsites begin at milepost 17.2 along the Byway and are designated by an iron campfire ring. Old Miner's Meadow Group Campsite remains available by reservation only at recreation.gov.
The removal of these dispersed campsites along the Quartzville Recreation Corridor was prompted by the expiration and non-renewal of a land use agreement between the BLM and a private landowner to manage their lands for recreation in the Quartzville Recreation Corridor.
As stewards, the BLM manages public lands for the benefit of current and future generations, supporting conservation as we pursue our multiple-use mission. Those enjoying these camping opportunities are reminded to practice Leave No Trace and care for public lands.
For additional information contact Jennifer Velez, (541) 222-9241.
The BLM manages more than 245 million acres of public land located primarily in 12 western states, including Alaska, on behalf of the American people. The BLM also administers 700 million acres of sub-surface mineral estate throughout the nation. Our mission is to sustain the health, diversity, and productivity of America’s public lands for the use and enjoyment of present and future generations.