Fanno Creek Trail – Fanno Creek Trail loop from Sunset Transit Center
Fanno Creek Trail – Fanno Creek Trail loop from Sunset Transit Center
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Fanno Creek Trail – Fanno Creek Trail loop from Sunset Transit Center
02:59
47.1km
460m
Cycling
Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.
Last updated: May 27, 2026
Tips
Includes a segment that goes up or down a series of steps
You may need to carry your bike.
After 78 m for 7 m
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
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6.13 km
Fanno Creek Trail
Nature Reserve
7.81 km
Fanno Creek Trail
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
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9.27 km
Fanno Creek Trail
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9.79 km
Greenway Park
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18.8 km
Barrows Park Westside Trail
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26.9 km
Tualatin Hills Nature Park
Highlight • Forest
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27.5 km
Tualatin Hills Nature Park Forest Trail
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32.8 km
Bronson Creek Greenway
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35.9 km
Rock Creek Trail
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37.1 km
Kaiser Woods Natural Area
Nature Reserve
47.1 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
42.2 km
2.29 km
2.12 km
397 m
< 100 m
< 100 m
Surfaces
28.1 km
18.1 km
503 m
390 m
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Elevation
Highest point (130 m)
Lowest point (50 m)
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Description
If you're ready for a substantial touring cycling adventure, the Fanno Creek Trail – Fanno Creek Trail loop from Sunset Transit Center is a difficult 29.3-mile (47.1 km) route with 1512 feet (461 metres) of elevation gain, typically taking around 2 hours and 59 minutes. This challenging loop from the Sunset Transit Center offers a diverse ride for experienced cyclists looking for a long day out, blending urban navigation with scenic natural sections.
What to expect on Fanno Creek Trail – Fanno Creek Trail loop from Sunset Transit Center
This cycling route takes you on a varied journey, transitioning from urban streets to the predominantly paved Fanno Creek Trail. You'll pedal through dense forests, tranquil wetlands, and local parks, with opportunities to spot waterfowl, beavers, and other small mammals along the restored Fanno Creek habitat. Keep an eye out for public art installations and the historic Augustus Fanno Farmhouse. The Ki-a-Kuts Bridge offers particularly picturesque views of moss-covered oak trees and the Tualatin River. While sections of the Fanno Creek Trail are generally flat, the overall distance and elevation gain for this specific loop make it a demanding ride, suitable for touring cyclists comfortable with a longer, more strenuous effort.
Planning your visit
Starting from the Sunset Transit Center, a major transportation hub with bike racks, you'll need to navigate local streets to connect to the Fanno Creek Trail's access points. Be prepared for occasional road crossings with traffic signals. While the trail is mostly well-maintained, some asphalt segments can be bumpy, and heavy rains may cause temporary flooding in certain areas, potentially requiring detours. Along the way, you'll find amenities like restrooms and drinking water at parks such as Woodard Park and Dirksen Nature Park, and bike racks and tire pumps in downtown Tigard.
Trail details
- Distance: 29.3 miles (47.1 km)
- Elevation gain: 1512 feet (461 metres)
- Difficulty: difficult
- Estimated time: 2 hours and 59 minutes
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