Top 10 Hiking Trails in Oregon, United States

March 22, 2022 Trinity Boughner

Discover the best top things to do in Oregon, United States including Deschutes River Trail, Oneonta Gorge, McKenzie River National Recreation Trail, Ramona Falls Trail, Tam McArthur Rim Trail, Natural Bridge Loop, Mirror Lake Trail, Fanno Creek Greenway Trail, Saddle Mountain Trail, Mount Pisgah.
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1. Deschutes River Trail

Bend, OR +1 541-389-7275 http://www.bendparksandrec.org/trail/deschutes-river-trail-awbrey-reach/
Excellent
88%
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5.0 based on 58 reviews

Deschutes River Trail

A popular 10.5-mile mountain biking trail in Oregon's Deschutes National Forest.

Reviewed By CrankingChick - Tucson, United States

We stayed at a hotel adjacent to the trail and went out for a peaceful walk at sunset. The paved trail follows along the banks of the Deschutes River, so the scenery is great. It's suitable for wheelchairs and strollers and passes through Riverbend Park and Farewell Bend Park where there is a playground and some picnic shelters. We easily walked about 2 miles, crossing bridges over the river to go down both sides. There were a lot of people out walking or jogging and we saw people fishing, kayaking and paddle-boarding on the river. Waterfowl were abundant and didn't seem bothered by the company. The Mill District shopping area is right next to the trail; it would make a fun date night to have dinner at one of the restaurants there and then take a walk along the river.

2. Oneonta Gorge

Cascade Locks, OR 97014 +1 541-308-1700 http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/crgnsa/recarea/?recid=29960
Excellent
82%
Good
14%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
1%
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5.0 based on 506 reviews

Oneonta Gorge

3. McKenzie River National Recreation Trail

McKenzie Hwy, Blue River, OR 97413, Eugene, OR http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/willamette/null/recarea/?recid=4479&actid=24
Excellent
91%
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8%
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5.0 based on 76 reviews

McKenzie River National Recreation Trail

Reviewed By ShirleyG958 - Springfield, United States

Great hiking trail for all skill levels. Families would do well on this trail. I loved that the trail is close to the river, wide, and very little poison oak or mosquitos. Be sure allow lots of time and take a camera. My suggestion would be to go during a weekday if possible. The trail can get pretty busy during the weekends. A September hiking area after summer campers have left would be idea. If you don't mind crowds then combine your hike with a camping experience.

4. Ramona Falls Trail

Mt. Hood National Forest, Rhododendron, OR http://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/mthood/recarea/?recid=53460
Excellent
85%
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5.0 based on 34 reviews

Ramona Falls Trail

Reviewed By mistyschulz - Woodburn, United States

My son and I went for a 14 mile hike up to the lowest viewpoint of Mt Hood, Reed Glacier, Sandy River's watefalls, from meadows on Yocum Ridge. Along the way there we meandered through the moss ladden trees amongst mushrooms and lichen to Ramona Falls with its mossy rocks and rainbows where sun peers through the shady trees.

5. Tam McArthur Rim Trail

Three Creeks Road, Sisters, OR
Excellent
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5.0 based on 16 reviews

Tam McArthur Rim Trail

Reviewed By Brittany_11_10 - Los Angeles, United States

We started at Three Creeks Trail and went counter clockwise on the Broken Top Loop trail, so I suppose we only came down Tam McArthur Rim Trail as opposed to doing it as an out-and-back, but it was a nice walk and I wouldn't say too difficult. There is some scree hiking--if you choose the west side--(the other side was more of a hard-packed trail), but even then it was okay.  The views along the way are nice, but the views from the top are stunning; definitely try to make it to the top if you can!  You can park at Three Creeks Lake and easily find the trailhead, and from there, the path is easy to follow (minus the one section where you have a choice to take, mentioned above). It's worth it as well to check out No Name Lake, which you'll see from the top if you make it that far.  This trail is fairly exposed, so be sure to wear sunscreen and a hat. Not buggy at all in mid-August. It's a beautiful place to hike.  

6. Natural Bridge Loop

Prospect, Medford, OR 97536 http://www.ci.medford.or.us/Page.asp
Excellent
79%
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4.5 based on 142 reviews

Natural Bridge Loop

A two-mile hiking path along the Rogue River in Southern Oregon.

Reviewed By csarchibald - San Marcos, United States

A short hike from the parking lot takes you to view an incredible natural phenomenon, where the Rogue River drops into a Lava Tube and pops up about 20 yards down stream. This creates an area where you someone could walk across a "Natural Bridge" (actually fenced off so you can't actually walk on it).

7. Mirror Lake Trail

Hood River, OR http://alltrails.com/us/oregon/odell/lake
Excellent
64%
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 138 reviews

Mirror Lake Trail

Located on the Mount Hood's north side.

Reviewed By WaitForIttttt - Hazlet, United States

My husband and I hiked the Mirror Lake Trail on a trip exploring the west coast. We had hoped to continue on to Tom, Dick, and Harry Mountain but the visibility was poor so we decided to only hike the lake. There were other hikers but it wasn't overly crowded. We were mostly alone on the trail and were able to find a quiet spot to sit by the lake and take it in for a while. This trail is relatively easy and provides lots of beautiful forest views of all of the greens the Pacific Northwest has to offer. We enjoyed hiking through the grasses along the wooden planks. We would have loved to have seen Mt. Hood but it was lost in the clouds/fog that day, though the lake was crystal clear and it was nice to see the trees reflected in it. We were able to see the bottom where crawfish were moving around. Our only complaint about the hike was that the restroom at the trailhead was absolutely disgusting. The restroom at Government Camp a few miles up US 26 had plumbing and was perfectly fine. We'll definitely be returning in hopes of seeing Mt. Hood next time we're in the area.

8. Fanno Creek Greenway Trail

SW Denney Rd, Beaverton, OR http://www.thprd.org/parks-and-trails/detail/fanno-creek-greenway
Excellent
53%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 30 reviews

Fanno Creek Greenway Trail

9. Saddle Mountain Trail

Seaside, OR 97138 +1 800-551-6949
Excellent
77%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
3%
Poor
3%
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4.5 based on 39 reviews

Saddle Mountain Trail

A five-mile round-trip hiking trail that culminates with dramatic views of the Pacific Ocean.

Reviewed By klltt1 - Woodland, United States

This is a very fun hike and is very easy until the last maybe half mile. Gorgeous views!! I actually wondered if I was going to finish but I just slowed down and kept going. It was totally worth it!

10. Mount Pisgah

34901 Frank Parrish Rd, Eugene, OR 97405-9673 +1 541-747-3817 http://www.mountpisgaharboretum.com/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 170 reviews

Mount Pisgah

A popular mountain for runners with paths taking you up 1,500 feet.

Reviewed By AgriasBeolve - Creswell, United States

I love Mount Pisgah; it is my favourite place to hike and I am never disappointed with the scenery and varied assorted and beautiful flora and fauna found on the trails. You can see my hometown of Creswell from the peak!

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