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 archaeological 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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Black Canyon WSA

he Black Canyon WSA consists of the western sideslopes and lower mountains of the Sangre de Cristo Range - an uplifted block that began to form by faulting along the Rio Grande rift about 25-30 million years ago. Intermittent streams...

Black Dragon Pictograph Panel

A mysterious red pictograph (painted) panel accompanied by petroglyphs (pecked images) lies within Black Dragon Wash in the San Rafael Swell. Within a fenced area visitors may view several elongated human and animal like pictograph images attributed to the ancient...
Sunset view of high desert landscape atop the Black Hills ACEC Sunset view of high desert landscape atop the Black Hills ACEC

Black Hills Area of Critical Environmental Concern

The rocky outcrops that define the area are all that remains of an eroded dome of volcanic tuff, formed 4-7 million years ago. The site offers hiking, wildflowers, photography, and wildlife viewing.
Black Hills Back Country Byway landscape Black Hills Back Country Byway landscape

Black Hills Back Country Byway

Along the 21-mile-long Black Hills Back Country Byway, time travel back into the Old West. The byway journeys past the Black Hills Rockhound Area, Canyon Overlook Picnic Area and Owl Creek Campground.

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.