This is a great singletrack ride mostly through old growth forest following the West Fork of the Willamette river. From N to S you will have only moderate elevation gain as you are headed upstream, not enough to really notice a climb but the trip back down is noticeably easier. The first 5 miles is not technical at all, just a beautiful ride. At 5.5 miles cross the river via rd 38 bridge. At 7 miles there are slight climbs and drops via switchbacks before and after the Indian Cr crossing. This trail continues on for 20+ miles following the river, passing through several campgrounds and intersecting with many other trails. Could be done as a one way w/shuttle.
W from downtown Oakridge 1 mile turn R on Hills Cr Dam rd, ½ mile turn right on rd 21, 15 miles to Sand Prairie Campground, drive through campground to trailhead parking area. Trail head is well signed.<br /><br />
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