워싱턴 카운티 최고의 그래블 라이딩 코스

Short bikeway we use constantly. You can get to it using bike lanes, bike trails and residential streets

The Banks-Vernonia State Trail is Oregon's first "rails-to-trails" park, repurposing a 21-mile abandoned railroad between Banks and Vernonia. This is where the trails begins/ends in Banks. There is a parking area, a water fountain, and a restroom here. The trail features an 8-foot wide paved path for hiking and biking, alongside a 4-foot gravel equestrian trail. It is at a generally gentle grade and passes through fields, forests, and farmlands with scenic mountain views, in Washington and Columbia counties.

This trailhead marks a popular route for hikers in the area. It is .3 miles from the Wild Cherry Trail, .9 miles to the Dogwood Trail and 1.4 miles to the Alder Trail. If you head west, all of these connector trails reach the Wildwood Trail, which offers ample opportunities to create loop variations. It is important to note that parking is limited, especially on the weekends.

The Banks-Vernonia State Trail is Oregon's first "rails-to-trails" park, repurposing a 21-mile abandoned railroad between Banks and Vernonia. This is where the trails begins/ends in Banks. There is a parking area, a water fountain, and a restroom here. The trail features an 8-foot wide paved path for hiking and biking, alongside a 4-foot gravel equestrian trail. It is at a generally gentle grade and passes through fields, forests, and farmlands with scenic mountain views, in Washington and Columbia counties.

Dawson Creek Park is a lovely park with a multi-use trail system that goes along the lakes and grassland. The shaded green areas around the lakes are perfect to stop for a break and take some time to observe the ducks, otters and other small animals that live in the area.

This heavily wooded nature preserve is part of a much larger greenbelt complex. Keep an eye out for large wildlife like deer as you pedal past, and an ear out for evidence of songbirds; both thrive in this habitat.

Shadow Springs is a nature preserve that shares borders with Orchard Park and Amberview Park along the Rock Creek Trail. There are lots of bridges in the park, and you can connect to a few different trails in the preserve.

The Banks-Vernonia State Trail stretches over 21 miles and is a paved multi-use trail that connects the towns of Banks and Vernonia. It is an ideal spot for hikers, bikers, equestrians, and anyone who wants to enjoy the scenic beauty of the mountains, fields, and forests of Washington and Columbia counties. The path has five trailheads, including parking and restrooms for easy access, making it an excellent option to enjoy a long or short run in a picturesque natural setting.