Oregon Highway 242 has reopened.
The route, which is also known as the Old McKenzie Highway, had been closed for weeks due to the Foley Ridge Fire east of McKenzie Bridge.
With the fire now more than 50 percent contained, the road is now open to traffic.
The Oregon Department of Transportation's TripCheck website originally said the road would remained closed until next spring as part of an annual seasonal closure. But the agency decided to open the road for now, at least until winter weather closes it later this year.
"OR 242 reopened once our crews complete a safety check of the highway following recent fire activity," said ODOT spokesperson Mindy McCartt in an email to KLCC. "Crews didn’t find any additional cleanup needed so they opened the highway."
Highway 242 is a scenic alternative for travelers between the Willamette Valley and central Oregon, and is not maintained for winter travel.
The Foley Ridge Fire was first reported Sept. 6 and was caused by lightning, according to fire officials.
On Monday, all remaining evacuations for the fire were lifted.