Best Trail Running in Oregon

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1

Oregon, Clackamas County

05 :40 hrs
13.5 mi
1407.6478 ft
Easy

Started out on the glade trail from govy to the base of timberline lodge. From The Mile lift I followed trails and made my way up to the top of Palmer Lift where I hit snow and got to see the racers on the courses! Then I went down an alternative route, (lookers right of the ski lanes) and ran down the sandy ridge. At timberline I got water and charged up, then took the Timberline to Town Trail back home!

2

Washington, Clark County

00 :45 hrs
2.5 mi
33.73066 ft
Moderate

Lewisville County Park features a main loop trail around the park's perimeter and along the East Fork Lewis River as well as several side loops and connecting trails. The main trail is wide and has a gravel surface. There are several shelters and restrooms throughout the park, which is characterized by forests of tall Douglas-firs. There is a small parking fee if you drive in.

3

Oregon, Jackson County

01 :49 hrs
3.1 mi
3.331665 ft
Easy

Beginning at Valley of the Rogue State Park, this trail follows the Rogue River for 3 miles to the city of Rogue River. This trail is paved and the first section of a trail to connect Ashland and Grants Pass. This is a multi-purpose trail for road biking, hiking, trail running, skating, etc. and is in the perfect location to take in the beautiful river.

4

Washington, Richland

01 :29 hrs
4.4 mi
254.20457 ft
Hard

Badger Mtn is a steep, treeless mountain overlooking the Tri Cities that has a dense network of formal and informal trails frequented mostly by locals. On the clearest days, Mt Adams and Rainier can be seen. The loop route shown here uses the Canyon, Skyline, and Sagebrush Trails. Visit in spring to see the wildflowers.

5

Washington, Washougal

02 :15 hrs
3.9 mi
4.185179 ft
Moderate

This trail follows the north shore of the Columbia River mostly on an old dike and has spectacular views of the river and Mt Hood looming behind forested hills. The middle section enters Cottonwood Beach Park, where the Lewis and Clark expedition camped for six days in the spring of 1806. The trail continues east, entering Steigerwald Lake National Wildlife Refuge before ending at a gate.

6

Washington, Camas

02 :03 hrs
3.5 mi
8.115807 ft
Moderate

The Lacamas Heritage Trail follows the western shore of Lacamas Lake and its marshy inlet stream. The trail is wide and surfaced with gravel, and has occasional views across the lake. The trail passes through a mostly deciduous forest and can be accessed from either end.

7

Washington, Vancouver

01 :58 hrs
3.4 mi
3.8290787 ft
Moderate

This paved multi-use trail connects two parks with beaches: one on Vancouver Lake and one on the Columbia River at Frenchman's Bar. The trail is flat and parallels country roads and canals through agricultural land. On clear days there are good views of Mt Hood and Mt St Helens. The trail is also a good place to spot migratory waterfowl. There are trailheads with parking at both ends of the trail.

8

Washington, Vancouver

01 :00 hrs
3.4 mi
22.455292 ft
Moderate

This trail, part of which is the western end of the Columbia River Renaissance Trail, begins on the downtown Vancouver waterfront and loops around Fort Vancouver National Historic Site. There are excellent views of Mt Hood from the banks of the river. The trail is paved and suited for many different uses.

9

Washington, Salmon Creek

01 :46 hrs
3 mi
10.307584 ft
Moderate

The Salmon Creek Greenway is a large urban park corridor that preserves sensitive wetland habitats along Salmon Creek. A paved multi-use trail runs the length of the greenway and traverses both open wetlands and forest environments. It is a great place for spotting waterfowl and parts of the trail have views of Mt Hood. There are several access points in addition to the trailhead parking shown here.

10

Washington, Walla Walla County

02 :16 hrs
7.5 mi
49.186127 ft
Hard

Bennington Lake was created as part of an elaborate flood control system devised by the Army Corps of Engineers. This water body encouraged the growth of relatively lush vegetation in the steppe environment. The trail network circles around the lake, with the Meadowlark Loop closely following the shoreline, and the Whitetail Trail tracing the perimeter of the property. There are views of the surrounding farmland from the Whitetail Trail, while both trails give an interesting look at the extensive water diversion project, with its dams and spillways.

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