Dorris Ranch – Frohnmayer Bridge loop from Georgia Pacific Natural Area

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Dorris Ranch – Frohnmayer Bridge loop from Georgia Pacific Natural Area

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Dorris Ranch – Frohnmayer Bridge loop from Georgia Pacific Natural Area

01:12

20.6km

80m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 3, 2026

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Start point

Parking

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1.43 km

Georgia Pacific Natural Area

Highlight • Forest

The Georgia Pacific Natural Area offers cyclists an alluring journey through picturesque landscapes near Springfield. Ride amidst towering trees, soaking in panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness. Keep an eye …

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3.17 km

Middle Fork Willamette Path

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Middle Fork Path is a 4-mile-long, 10-foot-wide pathway from Clearwater Park to Dorris Ranch, revealing scenic views of the Willamette River. It is accessible from Dorris Ranch to the …

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5.42 km

Dorris Ranch

Highlight • Trail

Dorris Ranch is a public park and Oregon's oldest working hazelnut farm. The four-mile Middle Fork Path trailhead is here, connecting to Clearwater Park. There is a living history interpretive …

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7.51 km

Island Park

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Just west of downtown, 14-acre Island Park faces the Willamette River, interwoven with bike paths and riverfront expanses. A hub for family events, it boasts play areas, an amphitheater, picnics, …

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9.61 km

Bike trail under the bridge

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The North Bank Path goes right under the interstate while hugging the banks of the river. The path connects to a bunch of other paved paths in this area, but …

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11.7 km

Frohnmayer Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Locally known as the Autzen Footbridge, it stretches over the Willamette River, connecting Alton Baker Park and Autzen Stadium. Proposed by EWEB for steam transfer in 1970, it expanded into a pedestrian bridge collaboration with the university and county.

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12.5 km

North Bank Path

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

The North Bank Path is part of the Ruth Bascom Riverbank Path system, a collection of interconnecting multi-use paths along the Willamette River. It is a prevalent path, especially for …

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16.7 km

The Simpsons Springfield Mural

Highlight • Monument

Inaugurated on August 25, 2014, in partnership with The Simpsons' creator Matt Groening. It celebrates Groening's Oregon origins and Springfield link. The hints are all there: The rivalry with its …

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20.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

18.8 km

834 m

776 m

174 m

Surfaces

15.9 km