The 2020 Riverside Fire devastated recreation sites along the Clackamas River Corridor, burning more than 130,000 acres and damaging campgrounds, trails, and access points. NFF and the U.S. Forest Service are working together to rebuild these spaces, re-open closed sites, and create more resilient, accessible recreation opportunities for the future.
Recovering Fire-Impacted Recreation Sites
The Riverside Fire burned more than 130,000 acres and damaged over a dozen campgrounds and numerous trails along the Clackamas River. While several less-impacted campgrounds reopened in 2024, many severely damaged sites remain closed. This project focuses on rebuilding those campgrounds, trailheads, and river access points so visitors can safely return to this beloved corridor.
Photo by Maggie Kirkland 
Photo by Maggie Kirkland 
Photo by Maggie Kirkland 
Photo by Maggie Kirkland 
Photo by Maggie Kirkland 
Photo by Maggie Kirkland 
Photo by Maggie Kirkland 
Photo by Maggie Kirkland 
Photo by Maggie Kirkland 
Photo by Maggie Kirkland 
Photo by Maggie Kirkland Recreation Re-Imagined for Today
With many recreation areas losing significant tree canopy or infrastructure, the Forest Service is using this recovery moment to redesign the corridor for long-term resilience. Updated layouts will improve accessibility, safety, and the overall visitor experience. With support from NFF, a landscape architecture team is developing new designs that reflect community input, cultural values, and modern recreation needs.
A Community-Driven Path Forward
Public feedback, stakeholder engagement, and Tribal consultation are shaping the future of the Clackamas River Corridor. To make these plans possible, NFF is raising private funds that unlock a four-to-one federal match — every $1 donated brings in $4 for reconstruction. This partnership ensures these sites can be rebuilt stronger, safer, and ready to welcome visitors for generations to come.
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