Wyden and Merkley argued that extending the area would protect wildlife and benefit fishing and recreation industries.

The National Weather Service reports parts of Douglas County saw record amounts of rain over a 24-hour period. As of Monday ...

U.S. senators introduced a bill to expand the Smith River National Recreation Area by 58,000 acres into Oregon's North Fork Smith River Watershed.

“This property truly embodies the heart of Oregon’s high desert living ... Residents can also fly-fish in the river, and rock climb and hike Smith Rock State Park.