Tillamook Forest Center

Tillamook Forest Center Tillamook Forest Center Consider yourself invited to explore the Tillamook State Forest. Come on up and see us, and find yourself in the forest.
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The Tillamook Forest Center is a special place to develop a deeper connection with Oregon’s forests through experience and exploration. Located in the heart of the Tillamook State Forest, the center showcases the legacy of the historic Tillamook Burn and the public spirit behind a monumental reforestation effort that left a permanent imprint on Oregon history while also shaping sustainable forest

management today. We’re the region’s largest forest-based learning center and outdoor classroom facility, located 50 miles west of Portland and 22 miles east of Tillamook on Oregon Highway 6. FREE Admission & FREE Programs (donations welcomed)
CLOSED December, January & February

09/03/2026

When fire scorches a landscape and opens up the canopy, how does the habitat change? Create your own piece of art while learning how plants return to a landscape and how ODF manages a forest after harvests. Join us on September 5th & 6th at 1:30 pm.

Who in your life reminds you of Smokey Bear? 🐻Smokey Bear is an icon of fire safety, who’s message of responsibility in ...
09/02/2026

Who in your life reminds you of Smokey Bear? 🐻

Smokey Bear is an icon of fire safety, who’s message of responsibility in preventing wildfires is just as important today as it was in 1944.

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Alt text: A green background with black text reads: “If your partner... Is in charge of the GPS, is uncannily smart, loves oatmeal... that’s not your partner! That’s Dg Vomit Slime Mold”. There are images of a gps, a brain, oatmeal, and a dog vomit slime mold.

Alt text: A green background with black text reads: “If your partner... has a lot of hair, loves the outdoors, is hardcore about fire safety... that’s not your partner! That’s Smokey Bear”. There are images of a dog with long hair, a campsite, fire, and Smokey Bear.

Who in your life reminds you of a porcupine? North American Porcupines are infamous for their prickly appearance, but do...
08/29/2026

Who in your life reminds you of a porcupine?

North American Porcupines are infamous for their prickly appearance, but don’t be afraid they can’t shoot their quills. As long as you give them space, you’re safe. They are also well known for their love of salt, even trying to eat foresters sweat-soaked gloves and tools. What you might not realize is they are strong climbers, spending summer days resting in the branches of trees.

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Alt text: A green background with black text reads: “If your man... Is a little prickly, is always climbing trees, adds extra salt to every dish... that’s not your man! That’s North American Porcupine”. There are images of a scowling cat, someone climbing a tree, salt, and a porcupine.

Stay safe and have fun while hiking with your dog in the Tillamook State Forest! Learn some tips for enjoying the outdoo...
08/28/2026

Stay safe and have fun while hiking with your dog in the Tillamook State Forest!

Learn some tips for enjoying the outdoors with your furry friend and join us for a short hike on Sat, August 29th & Sun, August 30th at 1:30 pm. You can even make a travel water bowl or reflective safety collar. This program is free and open to well-behaved canines and their loyal human companions.

Who in your life reminds you of a steam donkey? Originally created for sailing ships, steam donkeys transformed forestry...
08/26/2026

Who in your life reminds you of a steam donkey?

Originally created for sailing ships, steam donkeys transformed forestry starting in the 1880s. Using the power of steam from burning materials, these machines allowed loggers to move logs from throughout the forest to a main landing site.

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Alt text: A green background with black text reads: “If your buddy... Is into steam punk, likes to hang out in the forest, always gets coal for Christmas... that’s not your buddy! That’s a steam donkey”. There are images of a person in a steam punk outfit, a forest, coal, and a steam donkey.

Who in your life reminds you of dog vomit slime mold? Despite being a single-celled, brainless amoeba, slime molds are i...
08/22/2026

Who in your life reminds you of dog vomit slime mold?

Despite being a single-celled, brainless amoeba, slime molds are incredibly smart! When scientists have placed oats (a favorite food of slime molds) on maps where there are population centers, slime molds have found the most efficient route between the food. These routes tend to mimic the existing highway and transit routes of the area. So next time you see one, instead of saying “What is that gross thing” maybe say “What mass public transit system is that gross thing designing?”

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Alt text: A green background with black text reads: “If your partner... Is in charge of the GPS, is uncannily smart, loves oatmeal... that’s not your partner! That’s Dog Vomit Slime Mold”. There are images of a gps, a brain, oatmeal, and a dog vomit slime mold.

08/21/2026

Hopefully this jumping spider wasn’t a jump scare! While they may seem creepy and crawly, jumping spiders are completely harmless and an important part of the ecosystem.

Who in your life reminds you of a fire tower? 🔥🔥🔥Fire lookouts are an iconic symbol of wildland firefighting. Often mile...
08/19/2026

Who in your life reminds you of a fire tower? 🔥🔥🔥

Fire lookouts are an iconic symbol of wildland firefighting. Often miles from another person and high above the clouds, these towers were used to watch for smoke and lightning strikes. While modern fire watching techniques have replaced most towers, you can explore a replica here at the TFC.

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Alt text: A green background with black text reads: “If your man... Is a little solitary, can usually be found on top of some mountain, has great eyesight... that’s not your man! That’s a Fire Tower”. There are images of a mountaintop, someone sitting alone, someone’s eyes, and a fire tower.

Today is National Homesteader’s Day and here at the TFC, we’re thinking about the Reheer family. They were one of the fi...
08/15/2026

Today is National Homesteader’s Day and here at the TFC, we’re thinking about the Reheer family.

They were one of the first homesteading families to set up permanent residence in the Tillamook State Forest and hosted many guests in their famous White House hotel. Homesteading is hard work, but it paid off for the Reheers and they continue to have strong connections to the TSF and TFC. The late Jim Reheer was a beloved volunteer at the TFC and helped teach hundreds about the amazing history of this forest.

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Alt text: Image 1: A black and white image of a white two-story house. Image 2: A man in a red shirt and blue vest scrapes ice from the TFC bridge. Image 3: A man in a red shirt smiles at a gift bag.

08/14/2026

What may just look like a weird lump on a leaf, may be hiding a cool surprise! Galls hide young insects from predators and provide nutrients as they grow.

Address

45500 Wilson River Highway
Tillamook, OR
97141

Opening Hours

Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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+15038156800

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