Yamhill County, OR – Residents and outdoor enthusiasts can once again access High Heaven following the end of Oregon’s fire season restrictions.
According to the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF), gates to the area reopened Saturday, October 11, after officials lifted fire season rules on Friday, October 10, 2025. The decision allows unrestricted entry unless new fire-related orders are announced.
The move marks the close of an active fire prevention season in Yamhill County, where public access had been limited for several months due to heightened wildfire risk. ODF officials reminded visitors to continue exercising caution while enjoying reopened lands.
“The gates will remain open unless new restrictions occur,” the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office noted in a Friday social media update, thanking residents for their cooperation in protecting county and state forestry lands.
With the reopening, hikers, hunters, and local residents are encouraged to stay alert for changing conditions and to follow any new guidance issued by ODF as fall weather patterns shift.
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