Running in Benton County is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Benton County—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: September 26, 2025

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1. Daves Road 580 & Vineyard Mountain Trail loop — Dunn Research Forest

10.4km

01:23

290m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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2. Allen Throop Loop via Mulkey Ridge Trail — Bald Hill Natural Area

12.3km

01:36

290m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Cronemiller Lake loop — Dunn Research Forest

5.97km

00:44

90m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Chip Ross Loop and Dimple Hill loop — Benton County, Oregon

12.8km

01:42

430m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Middle Dan's Trail & Chip Ross Trail loop — Chip Ross Park

7.98km

01:00

240m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Dimple Hill via Harry R. Patterson Road — McDonald Research Forest

11.1km

01:15

280m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Williamette River Path viewpoint & Williamette Park & Natural Area loop — Corvallis

6.44km

00:42

10m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Road 543 & Powder House Trail loop — Dunn Research Forest

10.2km

01:21

260m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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9. Williamette Park & Natural Area loop — Corvallis

4.01km

00:28

Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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10. McCulloch Peak loop via Harry R. Patterson Road — McDonald Research Forest

11.7km

01:34

480m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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The best running trails in Benton County

1. Daves Road 580 & Vineyard Mountain Trail loop — Dunn Research Forest

2. Allen Throop Loop via Mulkey Ridge Trail — Bald Hill Natural Area

3. Cronemiller Lake loop — Dunn Research Forest

4. Chip Ross Loop and Dimple Hill loop — Benton County, Oregon

5. Middle Dan's Trail & Chip Ross Trail loop — Chip Ross Park

6. Dimple Hill via Harry R. Patterson Road — McDonald Research Forest

7. Williamette River Path viewpoint & Williamette Park & Natural Area loop — Corvallis

8. Road 543 & Powder House Trail loop — Dunn Research Forest

9. Williamette Park & Natural Area loop — Corvallis

10. McCulloch Peak loop via Harry R. Patterson Road — McDonald Research Forest

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