Significant staffing cuts and layoffs within the U.S. Forest Service have raised concerns about the enforcement of the permit system. The sometimes controversial permit system meant to limit ...

A once-popular road that travels to some of the Oregon Coast's most striking hikes will remain limited to the public, but temporary fixes should restore some motorized access for scientific ...

through pristine forest and incredible ancient volcanic landscapes, all the while surrounded by incredible mountain peaks. There are endless possibilities around the Cascade Lakes. You can take a ...

A small population of foxes survives in the state’s southern Cascades, centered on Mount Rainier National Park and several wilderness areas on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. In addition to ...