21 Oct 2020

Winter changes to Lower Columbia River recreational lock schedule

Recreational boaters who need to move through the three lower Columbia River dams’ locks must do so during daylight hours, on request. This change began September 30 and will continue until May 15, 2021 at Bonneville, The Dalles and John Day. This is an annual and a regularly scheduled part of operations during the winter season.

9 Sep 2020

Corps closes recreation areas due to Willamette Valley fires

Due to multiple fires burning throughout the Willamette Valley, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District is closing all of the recreation areas it manages near its dams.

30 Jun 2020

Corps encourages safe 4th of July recreation

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers encourages outdoor enthusiasts to recreate responsibly and safely this holiday weekend.

10 Jun 2020

Corps lifts restrictions at campgrounds in Rogue and Willamette valleys

Campgrounds at Lost Creek, Cottage Grove, Dorena and Lookout Point lakes will open Thursday, June 11.

1 Jun 2020

Windstorm damage forces Corps to close John Day recreation sites

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has closed some facilities at three John Day Lock & Dam recreation sites due to a severe storm that caused extensive damage Saturday.

22 May 2020

Corps eases restrictions at additional recreation sites ahead of Memorial Day weekend

To keep in line with state and federal guidelines, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Portland District is opening several recreation sites at Lost Creek Lake ahead of Memorial Day weekend. Additional recreation sites at The Dalles Lock and Dam will open Wednesday, May 27.