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.

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Yakima River Canyon
Yakima River Canyon
The gentle Yakima River winds through rolling desert hills and basalt cliffs, some rising more than 2,000 feet, for 27 miles between Ellensburg and Yakima, Washington. The canyon offers excellent wildlife watching, fishing for Blue Ribbon trout, family-friendly rafting, and...
Overview: There's something for everyone at Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area. Extending one mile out into the Pacific Ocean from the Oregon coast, Yaquina Head is a great place to spot wildlife such as gray whales, harbor seals, and nesting...
Two sea stars, one red and one orange, with two green anemones.
Two sea stars, one red and one orange, with two green anemones.
Visit Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area, a stunning coastal destination along the Oregon coast. To learn more, visit Yaquina Head Outstanding Natural Area homepage here.
Loop road at Yellowbottom Recreation Site
Loop road at Yellowbottom Recreation Site
Overview Yellowbottom Recreation Site is closed to camping indefinitely. Visitor safety is our top priority. The nearby Old Miner's Meadow group campsite can be reserved on recreation.gov. Other camping may be available in surrounding national forest and county areas. Yellowbottom...

Featured Recreation Areas

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.

Explore Oregon and Washington: Maps

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.

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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