South Fork Clackamas Wild and Scenic River

Oregon/Washington Recreation Activities

The public lands in Oregon and Washington managed by the BLM offer you an abundance of recreation opportunities. Picnic with family and friends in western Oregon one weekend, then explore the remote wildlands east of the Cascade Mountains the next. Recreational settings include evergreen forests; high desert; lava flows; rugged river canyons and rushing whitewater; sand dunes; coastal headlands, spits, and estuaries; and cultural settings such as historic trails, ranches, and archeological sites. Hiking, camping, hunting, fishing and boating are just some of the many activities to enjoy on your public lands.

Explore recreation in Oregon and Washington with this new series of videos -- covering all seasons in the Pacific Northwest! From the spectacular Steens Mountain area of southeastern Oregon to the cherished-by-all San Juan Islands National Monument in northwest Washington state, BLM public lands provide every kind of outdoor recreation imaginable. Watch some videos and get outside to explore!

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gate and driveway at Old Miner's Meadow
gate and driveway at Old Miner's Meadow

Old Miner's Meadow Group Use Area

Old Miner's Meadow is a two-acre fenced-in group use area located in an open meadow surrounded by forests along the Quartzville Creek Wild and Scenic River and upstream from the Green Peter Reservoir.
Oregon Badlands Wilderness Tumulus Formation
Oregon Badlands Wilderness Tumulus Formation

Oregon Badlands Wilderness

Almost 50 miles of trails offer visitors many opportunities for hiking or horseback riding loops. You can also explore cracked volcanic pressure ridges or walk narrow moat-like cracks in the ground.
Owyhee Wild and Scenic River
Owyhee Wild and Scenic River

Owyhee Wild & Scenic River

Explore this river by floating some of its 120 miles through rugged, spectacular canyonlands and ash flows. This wild river corridor flows from the ID/OR state line to Owyhee Reservoir.
PCT views from Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument
PCT views from Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument

Pacific Crest Trail

Take a hike on a legend! The 2,650-mile Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail, stretching from Mexico to Canada, passes through this 43-mile segment in the Cascade Mountains. Explore this area’s unique and diverse ecosystems as the trail meanders through wildflower-strewn...

Recreation Maps and Sites

Need maps? Explore hundreds of recreation spots in the Pacific Northwest with these maps made by the BLM in Oregon and Washington! Whether you are looking for a camping spot or a trail into wilderness, this album is your ticket! Download the maps you need from Flickr, and contact our local offices if you need further information.

Hunting and Fishing

Oregon and Washington BLM lands offer unparalleled opportunities for hunting and fishing as well as other recreation activities. The majority of BLM lands are open to hunt, fish, and engage in shooting sports activities. For current information on campsites, road conditions, access, and more, check the links below and contact your local district office.