September 28, 2020 10:15 a.m.

The Umpqua National Forest has reopened much of its public lands to recreational users.

Mark Turney of the Forest Service said the Cottage Grove and Tiller Ranger Districts have reopened in their entirety. That is in addition to large portions of the North Umpqua and Diamond Lake districts. Turney said due to active fire and fire suppression activities, sections of both of those districts will remain under a fire closure order

There will be both reserved and first come, first served campsites available. Go to: https://www.fs.usda.gov/recmain/umpqua/recreation for the most up-to-date list of available campgrounds.

Turney said most facilities, such as vault bathrooms, will remain open for public use. He said the agency is following all CDC guidelines but cannot guarantee a COVID-free facility.