The best running trails in Tillamook State Forest

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Running in Tillamook State Forest 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 Tillamook State Forest—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.

Cape Falcon Trail from Short Sand Beach run — Oswald West State Park	Intermediate 00:58 7.43km
Elk Mountain & Kings Mountain Loop run	Expert 02:49 15.8km
Elk Creek Trail to Elk Mountain loop run	Expert 01:54 12.2km
University Falls loop run — Tillamook State Forest	Expert 01:41 12.8km

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Cape Falcon Trail from Short Sand Beach run — Oswald West State Park
00:58
7.43km
7:52/km
180m
190m
Intermediate
22
Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Elk Mountain & Kings Mountain Loop run
02:49
15.8km
10:43/km
930m
930m
Expert
21
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Elk Creek Trail to Elk Mountain loop run
01:54
12.2km
9:17/km
740m
740m
Expert
11
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
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University Falls loop run — Tillamook State Forest
01:41
12.8km
7:53/km
300m
310m
Expert
6
Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.