Carmen-Smith recreation sites open on Upper McKenzie River after nine-year closure
After nine years of closure, Carmen-Smith recreation sites on the Upper McKenzie River have reopened to the public, offering ...
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Carmen-Smith recreation sites open on Upper McKenzie River after nine-year closure
After nine years of closure, Carmen-Smith recreation sites on the Upper McKenzie River have reopened to the public, offering campers, hikers, and day visitors a ...
Oregon's Artificial Lake In The Mountains Is A Scenic Haven For Fishing And Camping
A pristine lake in Oregon is nestled in the Cascade Mountains, providing a scenic haven for fishing and camping among tranquil surroundings.
Outside Eugene Is Oregon's Artificial Lake For Family-Friendly Fishing (But It May Be Going Away)
Near Eugene, Oregon, a human-made reservoir offers family-friendly fishing, paddling and, picnicking, but this 40-acre reservoir may not be around much longer.
Oregon's Most Scenic Rivers for Tubing and Floating Adventures
This is a lovely and popular place for lazy river tubing in Oregon in the summertime, with numerous options for fun, ...
New trail system and parking area coming to iconic Blue Pool
A new trail and parking area will give hikers better access to the iconic but troubled Blue Pool beginning in 2027.
Diesel, thousands of gallons of milk pour into McKenzie after crash
A tanker truck spilled diesel and milk into the McKenzie River after a crash, but Eugene's drinking water is safe, officials said.
Milk and diesel spill near Belknap Hot Springs not expected to affect drinking water
A tanker truck carrying 5,000 - 7,000 gallons of milk and about 275 gallons of diesel crashed on Highway 126 near Belknap Springs on Friday morning.
Tanker crash spills diesel, thousands of gallons of milk into waterway flowing into McKenzie River
The Eugene Water & Electric Board and the Upper McKenzie Rural Fire Protection District deployed spill response measures after a semi-truck carrying 275 gallons of diesel and thousands of gallons of milk crashed near a creek that flows into the upper McKenzie River. At around 4:30 a.m., a tanker truck crashed near Belknap Springs, about...
Two-and-a-half years after the fire, McKenzie Valley struggles to rebuild
Between Sept. 7 – Oct. 29, 2020, the Holiday Farm Fire burned through over 173,000 acres of northeast Lane County communities from Rainbow to Vida, destroying 517 homes in the process according to Lane County Public Information Officer Devon Ashbridge. “We’re almost three full years out and still haven’t even been able to break ground...
McKenzie River Valley nonprofit buys land in Blue River for first affordable housing project
Corrections & Clarifications: This story has been updated to correct two errors. DevNW's role in this project is to assist with construction. The Three Sisters' Meadow is owned by the nonprofit ...
Photos: Severely injured Oregon hiker, 53, rescued by helicopter
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A hiker with an injured knee was rescued from Blue Pool near the McKenzie River Trail on Sunday, ...
PHOTOS: Severely injured Oregon hiker, 53, rescued by helicopter
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A hiker with an injured knee was rescued from Blue Pool near the McKenzie River Trail on Sunday, officials said. Around noon, the Linn County Sheriff’s Office said they received a call about a 53-year-old woman from Terrebonne who sustained a severe injury while hiking at Blue Pool. The Linn County […]
South Fork McKenzie River restoration to improve water quality, fish habitat
A major river restoration project will begin in early May along the South Fork McKenzie River, reconnecting flowing water to more than 335 acres of the river's historic floodplain.
Dam Debate Continues
Right now, native fish can make their way past the Trail Bridge Dam on the McKenzie River in two ways: Chinook salmon are ...
McKenzie River Reflections struggles to recover its reach after its Facebook page is hijacked
The newspaper had a strong presence on social media, accounting for a large portion of its reach to community members.
Amazing America: Overcoming the Holiday Farm Fire, Communities rebuild
In September 2020, the Holiday Farm Fire ripped through miles of the McKenzie River Region, destroying homes and thousands of trees and vegetation. One person
McKenzie River Artists Guild marks 32nd anniversary with May art show, sale
Members of the McKenzie River Artists Guild are marking a milestone this spring with their annual Art Show and Sale celebrating the group’s 32nd anniversary.The
A River Runs Through It
Much like the dynamics of water, cultural information also converges and percolates around rivers. “Water is life” has become the rallying cry of various water conservation and protection movements. A component of that: water is culture. The Willamette River spans over 300 miles if one includes the headwaters of the Middle Fork Willamette River and...
Blockages on Mckenzie River near Fish Rock area
Multiple tree trunks and smaller debris are blocking the upper McKenzie River in two locations. The blockages are at Highway ...