ODF North Cascade District Ends Fire Season Sunday
- 10/10/25
Stayton, Ore. – As of 12:01 am, October 12, 2025, the North Cascade District of the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) will terminate fire season and end regulated use for forestlands protected by the district, which includes Marion, Clackamas and Multnomah counties and portions of Linn County.
The end of fire season means property owners protected by ODF can burn residential yard debris and burn barrels without a permit. Fire officials caution that, even though fire season is over, they should remain vigilant in fire prevention efforts. This includes refraining from burning on dry, windy days and managing debris burn piles with water and a shovel. Also, never leave a debris burn unattended and make sure it is completely out when finished.
Fire season requirements for industrial operations are also no longer in effect. However, the burning of slash resulting from forest harvesting operations requires a permit year-round. Check with your local ODF office before lighting a fire to stay safe and avoid escaped debris burns.
The Oregon Department of Forestry’s North Cascade District would like to thank all our landowners, forest operators, the public, and interagency partners for their efforts in fire prevention, detection, and suppression activities this season.
ODF North Cascade District Ends Fire Season Sunday
- 10/10/25
Stayton, Ore. – As of 12:01 am, October 12, 2025, the North Cascade District of the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) will terminate fire season and end regulated use for forestlands protected by the district, which includes Marion, Clackamas and Multnomah counties and portions of Linn County.
The end of fire season means property owners protected by ODF can burn residential yard debris and burn barrels without a permit. Fire officials caution that, even though fire season is over, they should remain vigilant in fire prevention efforts. This includes refraining from burning on dry, windy days and managing debris burn piles with water and a shovel. Also, never leave a debris burn unattended and make sure it is completely out when finished.
Fire season requirements for industrial operations are also no longer in effect. However, the burning of slash resulting from forest harvesting operations requires a permit year-round. Check with your local ODF office before lighting a fire to stay safe and avoid escaped debris burns.
The Oregon Department of Forestry’s North Cascade District would like to thank all our landowners, forest operators, the public, and interagency partners for their efforts in fire prevention, detection, and suppression activities this season.
