Oregon Department of Forestry will move the Fire Danger Level to EXTREME (Red) on Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023. Starker Forests gates are closed. While we are at this level, campfires are prohibited throughout the district (never allowed in Starker Forests). Mowing well irrigated, green grass lawns is still allowed. Electric or battery powered equipment can still be used.
2024 Fire Season Wraps
Oregon Department of Forestry has declared the West Oregon District fire season will end at noon, Oct. 21, 2024. Gates that will be open will be opened by Oct. 23.