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    Crown Zellerbach Trail

    5.0 (4 reviews)

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    Great trail starting in Scappoose and ending in Vernonia. Beautiful hike, bike or horseride. Highly recommend for a fun day.

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    Banks - Vernonia State Trail

    Banks - Vernonia State Trail

    4.5
    (35 reviews)
    15.4 mi

    Recently did this 40-mile bike ride and it was a spectacular ride! A friend and I decided to ride…read moreon a gloomy + rainy day which ended up being worth it! It wasn't crowded at all and the views were still great. It was a full day, as we arrived around 10:30 am and were back in the car around 5:30 pm, so expect to take the whole day to enjoy this ride and to stop at the town of Vernonia. I love how this trail had multiple bike hubs and came in handy to put some air in my tires about 15 miles in. It was generally all family-friendly riding, with only a couple of hills where we did walk our bikes, but you can ride uphill if you are looking for an uphill challenge. But do note, that there were considerable amount of uneven spots/small potholes on the trail which my friend didn't remember on her last ride here so just be prepared for that. Luckily, most of them are marked! I will also agree with other reviews - about first 10 miles from Banks was a noticeable workout. We decided to grab some burgers in Vernonia and stretch our legs - which I totally suggest to do. We did see that a neighbor on our way to Vernonia had some free grapes and apples for us, which was such a sweet treat and extra fuel. I will suggest this to all my newbie and more advanced biker friends looking for a workout with a view!

    This is a fine trail, but the reviews that mention great views must have never been anywhere with…read moretrees and forests. There are no overlooks or valley views, just forests and a few grass fields. We just completed another section on our e-bikes. We will end up making three visits to complete the trail. Parking at Banks is very limited. Parking in Vernonia is unlimited. Someone has been marking roots and bumps with paint and it was greatly appreciated on our bikes. Our first visit was on a hot sunny day and was not near as enjoyable as yesterday in a cool drizzle. Not real rain, just threats of it.

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    Sandy Ridge Trail System

    Sandy Ridge Trail System

    4.4
    (5 reviews)
    48.4 mi

    Mountain biking here is poetry in motion. MTBer's gonna get it!…read more discovered I holy ground upon Sandy Ridge where hands hath made a paradise for knobby treads there's a map with instruction just Follow the Leader and discover a whirlwind of thrills zigging and zagging through the forest rolling on some gnarly scree fields and blessed be your thrill ride not lead into self destruction so stay upright roll steadfast in the zone through curves extreme curves banked low curves banked high beware all curves play Hide and Seek climb up Homestead take that trail off the hairy Rock Drop feel adrenaline rushing the heart hammering climb back up Communication Breakdown pedaling insanely 'round Quid Pro Flow modulate the brakes and go jumping roots tied deep into earth snaking through the evergreen jungle heavenly dense northwest shade hyperventilating whoop-de-do's oops there goes an endo another downhiller bites the dust roll the fat tires on Three Thirty Eight drop into Two Turntables and a Microwave feel heat whipping through booming berms hold tight, spin out of sight keep your head attached it gets faster, looser and tighter berms bigger, dips wilder along these glorious single tracks only the righteous know for you must surrender your body heart and soul breath by breath, pedal by pedal climb Homestead again and again gotta climb to the mountain top before you are blessed to blast like the wind on fire and descend once again immersed in Oregonian green deliciousness along Sandy Ridge, there call out my name from the hallowed fat tire scroll when I saddled up my Salsa for a holy roller ride in Fat Tire Paradise

    Killer trail system with lots of volunteers keeping the place up without wasting tax dollars since…read moreit's on BLM land. Snow on the upper trails during the winter. A good spot to head after is to the Ivy Bear for wings.

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    Cyclepath PDX

    Cyclepath PDX

    4.9
    (62 reviews)
    18.3 mi
    $$$

    Customer service here is top notch! They are extremely helpful, knowledgeable, and offer a…read morewelcoming environment for cyclists of all levels. In other popular cycling stores in Portland I have been ignored and dismissed which led to buying things that didn't work for me. At Cyclepath they ask me if I need help immediately upon entering and listen to my questions thoughtfully to provide me the best recommendations. Their saddle library program is also amazing and has helped me tremendously in understanding what works and doesn't for my body.

    Allow me to start this with a profile of who I am and my interactions: I have only been in this…read moreshop 3 times in the past 10 years and let me defend that by saying that I live 1,000s of miles away from Portland. Okay... each visit I have made here has been flawless. PDX is a bike town, that's no secret... so competition is stiff and I have my favorite LBSs, for sure... this happens to be one of them. I am thankful that they carry Selle Italia products. Namely, the SLR Ti Superflow saddle I wanted. They even took time to ensure I was purchasing the proper width saddle. This shop is easy to get to AND they have decent sized parking lot right outside the front door. Thanks, guys. I will be back.

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    University Falls

    University Falls

    3.5
    (2 reviews)
    27.6 mi

    This was a much better time of year of course as far as water flow, as compared to our last visit…read morewhen it was a trickle. Its a beautiful (albeit short) walk in from the trail head...but truthfully it's quite a drive back in there just for this falls...especially when you consider how many stunning falls we have in the PNW.

    5 star hike, minus one star for noisy conditions…read more Less than 1 hour from Portland, this trailhead is about 17 miles west of Banks. The turn off, Beaver Dam Road, from Hwy 6, is well marked and you get lots of warning. Immediately on the right is a road crew area. There is a trailhead on the other side of that, but you can't park there. If you go straight though, and then make a left at the T, you'll come to a large parking area with potties, info, and another trailhead. You can see it as point of origin on the map I posted, this is where I set out for my 8.2 mile hike. I ended it at the trailhead by the work area. You could also turn right at the T and drive to any number of trailheads, including one that makes getting to University Falls a shorter walk. I prefer the long way. I took to the trail on Jan 3, during a break in the rain. It was very wet. Often there was water running directly down the trail, and it got deep enough to slosh over the toes of my boots. Mud was often 3" deep, or more. Large puddles on the trail you just have to walk through. No going around. Not a big deal since I had my waterproof hiking boots and merino socks. Just wanted you to know your converse high tops aren't going to cut it. It was about 45-48 degrees, and the sun broke thru a couple of times. Not very windy, so my merino base and lite mid were just right. Kept my shell open most of the hike. It was beautiful, truly. The river was kind of raging, all churned up mud and white rapids. The trail was well marked and easy to follow up and down the groves of trees. The two waterfalls were breathtaking, especially University Falls, which was as full as any photo I've seen. The water was definitely higher than usual. I loved every bit of the trail. And now the minus one star. There was constant noise from motorcycles and firearms. I don't want to editorialize about dirt bikes and hand cannons, but it was hard to immerse myself in nature with the omnipresent noise. There was no place on that trail where I couldn't hear it. The dirtbikes are thankfully not on the hiking trail. There is a separate trail system for that, and the tracks do cross sometimes so keep an eye out. For mountain bikes, you'll hear the dirtbikes. I have no idea where the shooters were, but they were close. No comment, not looking to have that discussion. It's just good to know before you get there what it will be like. Enjoy the photos. Here is a link to this location on AllTrails so you can check it out more if you think you'd like to give it a try. If you are in for dirt biking, I think you'll love it. https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/university-falls-trail--4&ved=2ahUKEwiX-K-ikYHuAhWNv54KHb9VAMEQFjAQegQIKRAB&usg=AOvVaw3sWGn85abOsy97LikFomke

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    Crown Zellerbach Trail - mountainbiking - Updated June 2026

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