Travel Oregon’s first priority is the safety of our residents and visitors. Review the latest travel alerts and warnings relevant to your Oregon trip and learn how your trip may be affected.
National Parks and Attractions May Be Impacted
Some federally managed parks, trails, historic sites, and monuments in Oregon may be partially closed or operating with limited services during the federal government shutdown. While many outdoor areas remain open, some amenities and programs may be unavailable. Before visiting a national park, check the official National Park Service website for the latest updates on closures and conditions.
Currently known national park closures:
- Here’s what’s closed for the season at Crater Lake National Park:
- North Entrance Road
- Rim Drive
- Rim Visitor Center
- Sinnot Memorial Overlook
- Crater Lake Lodge
- All campgrounds, stores, gas pumps and restaurants
- Here’s what’s open at Crater Lake National Park:
- Highway 62 through the park and the road to park headquarters and Rim Village — caution: roads may be snowy and icy
- Steel Information Center (9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily)
- Concession facilities
- Restrooms
For other epic lakes to visit in Oregon, consider Clear Lake in the Willamette Valley, Trillium Lake near Mt. Hood, Wallowa Lake in Eastern Oregon and Sparks Lake in Central Oregon, among many others. Know that in winter, most Oregon lakes at high elevation receive snowfall, so check weather and road conditions and other details with the local ranger station before you go.
Oregon State Parks and Attractions Remain Open
Oregon’s state parks and attractions are not affected by the federal shutdown and remain fully open. Check out Oregon State Parks to find a wide range of scenic and cultural destinations ready to welcome you.
Air Travel May Be Impacted
The shutdown is expected to have minimal impact on air travel. However, travelers flying to or within Oregon should allow extra time for airport security screenings and U.S. Customs and Border Protection entry procedures, as staffing levels and wait times may vary.
Wildfires happen most frequently during the hot, dry months of July, August and September, but fires can occur anytime of year if temperatures are unusually high and rainfall is low. Here is a handy wildfire tracker.
Large, active fires we’re currently monitoring:
🔥Emigrant Fire (33,123 acres) is at 62% contained in Lane County, 21 miles southeast of Oakridge and 3 miles southwest of Indigo Springs Campground on the Middle Fork Ranger District.
✅Here are essential tips for trip planning during wildfire season:
- Use designated detours: Follow official detour signs and routes provided by transportation authorities. Do not follow GPS directions onto local or forest roads. These roads are often unsuitable for interstate traffic. If a highway is closed, nearby local roads are likely closed as well.
- Prepare for power outages: In areas affected by wildfires, power outages are common. Treat non-working traffic lights as four-way stops and be aware that roadside message boards and TripCheck cameras may be out of service.
- Carry an emergency kit: Oregon Emergency Management suggests you pack these supplies in your car before hitting the road.
- Drive safely in smoke: Driving in smoky conditions is like driving in heavy fog. Reduce your speed, maintain a steady pace, and stay alert. Use your headlights to improve visibility.
- Stay home if possible: The safest place to wait for a road to reopen is at home. Do not travel to closure points to wait because closures could last for hours or days.
Many wildfire-impacted areas remain closed, while others have reopened but still require caution when visiting. Here’s what you should know about visiting Oregon’s wildfire-impacted areas, and visiting during wildfire season in Oregon.
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Where can I find an Oregon Welcome Center?
Oregon’s Welcome Centers (Portland International Airport, Ashland, Brookings, Seaside, Ontario, Klamath Falls, Boardman and Oregon City) are valuable resources for travelers exploring the state. Our team of friendly and knowledgeable travel advisors can assist visitors with recommendations and itinerary-building, as well as complimentary printed visitor guides, brochures, state highway maps, and more. Kindly check the operating hours before your visit, as some centers may experience temporary closures during winter months or major holidays.
Additional visitor information is available by calling 1.800.547.7842 (Monday -Friday) or submitting your question to us via [email protected]
