Oregon

Start at the coast, hit up breweries and food trucks in Portland, explore hundreds of waterfalls in the Columbia River Gorge, ski or snowboard year-round on Mt. Hood and continue on to the Alvord Desert. Even with all of this adventure, you'll just be scratching the surface of what Oregon has to offer.

Top Spots in and near Oregon

  • Sweet Home, Oregon

    Horse Rock Ridge Research Natural Area

    5.0
    3.74 mi / 951 ft gain
    Horse Rock Ridge Research Natural Area in Sweet Home, Oregon, offers a unique hiking trail that spans approximately 3.74 miles. The trail is moderately difficult, with an elevation gain of 951 feet, making it suitable for intermediate hikers. The trail begins in a dense forest of Douglas fir and ...
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  • Lincoln County, Oregon

    Amanda's Trail

    5.0
    6.05 mi / 1483 ft gain
    Amanda's Trail in Lincoln County, Oregon, is a well-known hiking route. The trail spans approximately 6.05 miles, making it a moderate hike suitable for most fitness levels. The trail is marked by a variety of natural features, including a dense forest canopy, a variety of local flora and fauna, ...
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  • Corvallis, Oregon

    Hike Woodland Meadow Park Loop

    0.5 mi / 59 ft gain
    This trail is perfect for jogging or walking, with your pup!  The loop is located near a popular dog park in Corvallis, and so can get crowded in the evenings after work.  There is ample room for you dog and you to get out and enjoy nature.
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  • Sisters, Oregon

    Duffy Lake Trail

    6.92 mi / 869 ft gain
    Duffy Lake Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Idanha, Oregon.
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  • Eugene, Oregon

    Wild Iris Ridge Loop from Summit Sky Boulevard

    5.0
    1.58 mi / 220 ft gain
    Wild Iris Ridge Loop from Summit Sky Boulevard is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Eugene, Oregon.
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  • Chiloquin, Oregon

    Sun Notch Trail

    5.0
    0.83 mi / 135 ft gain
    Sun Notch Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a lake located near Crater Lake, Oregon.
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  • Port Orford, Oregon

    Sisters Rock

    5.0
    0.93 mi / 138 ft gain
    Sisters Rock is an out-and-back trail that takes you a cave located near Port Orford, Oregon.
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  • Hood River, Oregon

    Hood River Mountain Loop

    4.4 mi / 912 ft gain
    Experience the natural beauty of the Columbia River Gorge with the Hood River Mountain Loop, a picturesque trail offering panoramic views, vibrant wildflowers, and a peaceful hiking experience. Trail Overview Difficulty: Moderate; suitable for hikers of varying experience levels Highlights: ...
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  • Eugene, Oregon

    Spencer Butte from Fox Hollow Road

    5.0
    4.43 mi / 1230 ft gain
    One of the most iconic hikes in the Eugene area, Spencer Butte offers sweeping 360° views of the Willamette Valley, Cascade peaks, and surrounding forestlands. The Fox Hollow Trailhead provides a slightly longer, more peaceful route to the summit, winding through lush second-growth forest, moss...
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  • Silver Lake, Oregon

    Crack-in-the-Ground Trail

    5.0
    1.59 mi / 131 ft gain
    Crack-in-the-Ground Trail is a loop trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Christmas Valley, Oregon.
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  • Portland, Oregon

    Portland Troll Bridge

    5.0
    The Portland Troll Bridge is a whimsical attraction under a wooden train trestle in Portland, Oregon. You'll find this unique site nestled in a shady woodland area along McNamee Road, also known as "McGnarly Road" by local cyclists for its challenging terrain. Over the years, locals have transfor...
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  • Dorena, Oregon

    Brice Creek Trail

    5.0
    8.44 mi / 1453 ft gain
    Tucked into the western slopes of the Cascade Range, the Brice Creek Trail is a hidden gem in the Umpqua National Forest near Cottage Grove, Oregon. This scenic riverside hike offers cascading waterfalls, moss-covered trees, and crystal-clear swimming holes—all in a peaceful old-growth forest s...
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  • Cloverdale, Oregon

    North Trail

    3.0
    4.22 mi / 1053 ft gain
    The North Trail at Cape Lookout State Park in Oregon is a challenging (hilly) route with beautiful views of the Pacific Ocean. Start at trailhead along Cape Lookout Road. There are 3 trails available, North, Cape Lookout, and South trails.  Follow signs for the North trail. The trail drops stee...
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  • Portland, Oregon

    Pittock Mansion via Wildwood Trail

    6 mi / 843 ft gain
    Pittock Mansion via Wildwood Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Portland, Oregon. Once the private home of the prominent Portland pioneer Pittock family, the Pittock Mansion is a 22-room architectural marvel designed by Edward Foulkes an...
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  • Gold Beach, Oregon

    Hike Cape Sebastian

    5.0
    2.7 mi / 718 ft gain
    A short hike on the southern Oregon Coast. It's a beautiful and scenic hike with amazing vistas of where the mountains meet the ocean.  The hike is not very difficult, unless you decide to hike down to the beach.  There are several vista points along this hike where you can stop to take pictures ...
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  • Dorena, Oregon

    Trestle Creek Falls via Brice Creek Trailhead

    5.0
    10.99 mi / 3789.45 ft gain
    Tucked into the lush forests of the Umpqua National Forest in Oregon, the Trestle Creek Falls via Brice Creek Trailhead is a stunning hike that offers visitors a moderate challenge and rewarding views. The trail follows Brice Creek through mossy old-growth forest and leads to Upper and Lower Tres...
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