North Bonneville, Washington

This is a perfect easy hike close to Portland on Sauvie Island that offers more than just a walk through a forest. At the end of the 3 mile trail is a long secluded beach and the Warrior Rock Lighthouse. This has become one of my favorite go-to runs on a summer weeknight evening or for a quieter ...

Located in the heart of Forest Grove, the Pathfinder Genesis Trail at Woodward City Park offers a peaceful, family-friendly loop through scenic woodlands and open green space. Ideal for a short nature walk, casual stroll, or a kid-friendly outdoor break, this trail is a local favorite for those s...

This is an awesome place to escape to for a workout, or just a walk through the forest! You can make it a short walk, or turn it in to 6+ miles of loops! The one main trail is paved, but it’s not hard to find some single dirt track trails branching off and wandering through the trees, it can make...

Nestled in the Bethany neighborhood just northwest of Portland, Bethany Lake Park offers a quiet and scenic spot for outdoor recreation and relaxation. With a peaceful lake, paved trails, picnic spots, and fishing access, this small but charming park is ideal for families, walkers, birdwatchers, ...

Technically this trail stretches from the Tualatin Hills Nature Park, down through the west Beaverton/ Sexton Mountain area and can comfortably get you to Barrow’s park near Big Al’s. The trail from end to end comes in at just over 8 miles, so a down and back by bike can make for a good workout a...

Just minutes from downtown Beaverton, the Cooper Mountain Loop Trail offers a perfect blend of open prairie, oak savanna, and forested hillside, all set within the Cooper Mountain Nature Park. This family-friendly loop provides beautiful views of the Tualatin Valley and is one of the best place...

Tucked into the heart of Hillsboro, just outside Portland, the Rock Creek Trail in Orenco Woods Nature Park offers a peaceful and family-friendly escape through forested landscapes, open meadows, and along the gentle curves of Rock Creek. This paved, accessible trail is ideal for walking, biking,...

Huckleberry, Mark's and Looney's Gate Loop is a loop trail that takes you through a nice forest located near Molalla, Oregon.