Umatilla National Forest cautions visitors about fall forest conditions

PENDLETON, Ore.­­—Umatilla National Forest officials ask forest visitors to use caution, plan ahead and know the weather and forest conditions before heading out into the woods. The Forest has already received snow in higher elevations this fall. Snowstorms can often bring wind, snow, and rain that can substantially impact road and trail conditions, causing hazards and obstructions in roadways.

Fall weather can be unpredictable and is a busy time of year on the Umatilla National Forest. Hunting is a primary activity during this time, increasing the number of visitors in the Forest. Before head...