Oregon is home to 16 of the nation's 86 active large fires as of August 24, 2026. From the Blue Mountains in the northeast to the Cascade foothills west of Portland, firefighting teams are stretched across the state managing some of the largest fire complexes seen in Oregon's recorded history. Here is a rundown of the key incidents to watch.

Big Grass Fire — Malheur County, OR / Owyhee County, ID

The Big Grass Fire remains one of the largest active fires in the nation, having burned 578,637 acres straddling the Oregon-Idaho border in Malheur and Owyhee counties. The fire is now 93% contained, managed by the BLM Vale District. While crews have made significant progress holding fire lines, the remaining 7% of uncontained perimeter requires continued vigilance, particularly near the border zone where spotting potential remains. Contact: 208-295-5503.

Rowe Creek Complex — Wheeler County (Near Fossil, OR)

The Rowe Creek Complex, managed by the BLM Prineville District, has burned 373,981 acres and stands at 91% containment. Despite its high containment percentage, NWCC coordinator Kyle Sullivan noted the challenge of finishing the job: "The Rowe Creek Complex and the Big Grass Fires each have about 600 miles of fire line. To go up to 90% containment, they have six miles of line they need to make sure are completely cold and out — that's a pretty monumental task." Contact: 541-800-1280.

Hagen Fire — Umatilla National Forest (East of Pendleton, OR)

The Hagen Fire is one of Oregon's most active and least-contained large fires, burning 59,817 acres with only 19% containment. Located 26 miles east of Pendleton on the Umatilla National Forest, the fire has pushed into steep, rugged terrain that has complicated aerial and ground operations. Contact: 541-970-7128.

Grasshopper Fire — Mt. Hood National Forest

The Grasshopper Fire on Mt. Hood National Forest has grown to 93,693 acres and achieved 76% containment. Located approximately 3 miles north of Sportsman Park, the fire drew national media attention in early August when Oregon Air National Guard hand crews were deployed to assist with structure protection efforts near Tygh Valley. Contact: 541-982-5802.

Wrights Spring Fire — Fremont-Winema National Forest

Burning 2 miles west of Sprague River, the Wrights Spring Fire has consumed 54,365 acres and is 55% contained. The Fremont-Winema National Forest fire is managed by USFS crews working in challenging ponderosa pine and mixed-conifer terrain. Contact: 541-712-4438.

Austin Fire — Mt. Hood National Forest (Near Estacada, OR)

A newer and still-active threat, the Austin Fire has burned 5,295 acres approximately 25 miles southeast of Estacada on Mt. Hood National Forest. The fire is at 0% containment, presenting an active suppression challenge. Contact: 541-982-5802.

Paradise Fire — Umatilla National Forest (South of Pendleton, OR)

The Paradise Fire, burning 15 miles south of Pendleton on the Umatilla National Forest, has reached 7,994 acres with 0% containment. Fire officials are monitoring its potential interaction with the nearby Hagen Fire as both burn in the same general landscape. Contact: 541-970-7128.

Additional Oregon large fires include the Egypt Fire (4,553 acres, 82% contained) on the Malheur National Forest, the Second Flat Fire (105,854 acres, 99% contained) in Burns District, and the Narrows Fire (223 acres, 0% contained) near Estacada. Residents near any of these incidents should monitor their county's emergency alert system and be prepared to evacuate if conditions change.