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Elliott State Forest







ELLIOTT STATE FOREST

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February 19, 2025

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2025-02-19T07:00:00-08:00

* WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Exposed areas along highway 101, including the headlands. This includes the city of Port Orford. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 7 AM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Some power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.


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Elliott State Forest is a 93,000-acre forest located in the coastal mountains of southern Oregon, United States. The forest offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, hunting, and wildlife viewing.

One of the main attractions of the forest is the hiking trails, which range from easy to difficult. The forest also has several campgrounds where visitors can pitch a tent and enjoy a night under the stars.

Specific points of interest in the forest include the Coos Mountain Trail, which provides stunning views of the Oregon coast, and the Dean Creek Elk Viewing Area, where visitors can see herds of elk grazing in the meadows.

Interesting facts about the Elliott State Forest include that it is home to the endangered marbled murrelet bird and is the only place where the red tree vole, an endangered species, is found.

The best time to visit the Elliott State Forest is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is mild and the forest is lush and green. However, visitors should be aware that the forest can be busy during this time, so it is advisable to book campsites in advance.

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