Oakridge

You don’t have to be a mountain biker to like Oakridge — but kudos if you are.

This thickly forested wonderland sits at the western foot of the Cascades and features hundreds of miles of singletrack trails. There are also hiking, horseback riding and special motorcycle and snowmobile trails. For anglers, there’s excellent trout fishing. And you can’t go wrong with a visit to the hot springs or local brewery. It just might be the perfect basecamp for exploring the Willamette National Forest, home of the 2018 Capitol Christmas Tree.

Trip Ideas

  • Small-Town Charm, Big-Mountain Riding

    Oakridge, a charming little timber-turned-mountain-bike town nestled in the majestic hills of the Willamette National Forest, has quickly made a name for itself as Oregon’s single-track sanctuary. Hundreds of miles of well-manicured trails, from steep...
    James Williams, Guest Author
  • Finding the Unexpected in Oakridge

    Oakridge, you stole my heart. You surpassed expectations and you provided a much-need respite from the daily grind. From your trails to your pint glasses, from your coffee shops to your hot springs and the...
  • How to Explore the Willamette National Forest

    If you unfold a map of Oregon, the Willamette National Forest takes the shape of a sprawling evergreen patch to the east of the Willamette Valley — the lush heart of a state where conifer...
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Where should we hike and mountain bike — and avoid crowds?

It sounds like you have quite the adventure planned! That is so exciting. I recommend checking out Summer Lake Hot Springs. It’s a little out of the way — about two hours southeast of Bend — but I find it less crowded, beautiful, and very peaceful. On your way over from Portland, I’d also suggest stopping along the way at Timberline Lodge (if you’ve ever seen The Shining, you’ll recognize it right away!). You can get a beer there and sit outside on the patio right at the base…

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