Mt. Hood National Forest has selected two companies to operate and maintain 57 of its campgrounds, day use sites, and rental cabins under a special use permit beginning as early as this year.  Starting this summer, Alaska Recreational Management will operate recreation sites within five of the six concession offerings, including campgrounds and day use sites near Highway 26, Highway 216, Forest Road 46, and Forest Road 48.  These sites span the Clackamas River, Zigzag, and Barlow Ranger Districts.  Northwest River Guides will manage recreation sites along the Clackamas River, as it follows Highway 224.  They will begin operations in 2025 as campgrounds continue to be repaired and reconstructed following the devastating Riverside Fire.  The 5-year permit term begins in 2024 with the option to extend an additional 5 years.