■ In 2025, three wildfires started from improper target shooting at the Wolf Creek Shooting Lanes, leading to their temporary closure.
■ Approximately 70% of wildfires in Oregon are caused by human activity.
■ Recreational shooting presents a unique challenge for fire prevention in forest areas.
■ Prohibited activities include use of exploding targets (e.g., Tannerite) on State lands; Shooting trees or targets attached to trees; Shooting from, down, or across any trail or road; and use of appliances, furniture, or garbage as targets.
■ Only manufactured or printed paper targets are allowed; Shooters must use an appropriately sized, non-flammable, natural backstop.
■ Allowed only from one half-hour after sunrise to one half-hour after sunset.
■ Shooters must remove shell casings, targets, and other debris from State lands.
■ Shooters should be aware of their surroundings and know nearby recreation opportunities to prevent safety hazards.
■ All forest visitors are encouraged to carry a shovel and at least one gallon of water or a fire extinguisher in their vehicle during fire season.
■ For general forest recreation rules, including target shooting regulations: Oregon Secretary of State Administrative Rules
– Oregon Department of Forestry
