Willamette River view – Sellwood Bridge loop from Hollywood/Northeast 42nd Avenue

Willamette River view – Sellwood Bridge loop from Hollywood/Northeast 42nd Avenue

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Willamette River view – Sellwood Bridge loop from Hollywood/Northeast 42nd Avenue

02:21

45.2km

620m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 17.6 km for 90 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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7.46 km

Riverside Property

Nature Reserve

9.93 km

Willamette River view

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

This nice portion of the bike path offers beautiful views of the Willamette River. It's quite flat too; a great spot to speed up!

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11.9 km

Marvel at the Sellwood Bridge, a majestic arch spanning the mighty Willamette River. Its latest iteration, completed in 2016, succeeded the 1925 original. The inaugural bridge, Portland's pioneering fixed-span crossing, …

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17.7 km

George Himes Park

Highlight • Forest

Cyclists find respite at George Himes City Park in Portland, appreciating its peaceful ambiance. The park offers shaded areas for relaxation, scenic views of the Willamette River, and a chance …

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18.9 km

Elk Point Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

This viewpoint may be best known for the nearby totem pole, which was carved in 1959 from red cedar harvested near the base of Mt. Adams. However, this really is a great viewpoint of the surrounding area, too.

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23.7 km

View of Mount St. Helens and Mount Hood from Council Crest

Highlight • Viewpoint

After a climb to the top, you are rewarded with stunning views of Mount St Helens and Mount Hood. There are even a few benches and a large grassy area to take a seat and rest your weary legs.

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30.9 km

Hoyt Arboretum

Highlight • Forest

Hoyt Arboretum is home to 2,000+ species of trees and shrubs. It's really delightful to ride here!

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31.7 km

SW Kingston Drive, Hoyt Arboretum

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

This is a beautiful tree-lined stretch of road through Washington Park, with some fun ascents and descents. There are some quite steep sections along here but it's worth it for …

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38.3 km

Hawthorne Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Built in 1910, the Hawthorne Bridge spans 3,552 feet across the Willamette River with four lanes and is a key part of the city's bike culture. The bridge gives passage …

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