Banks

Nestled in the scenic foothills of Oregon’s Coast Range, Banks offers small-town charm just 30 miles from Portland.

Visitors can choose from a number of cultural and recreational opportunities in close proximity. You might play golf, shop for antiques, sip wine from the vineyard or explore the beloved Banks-Vernonia State Trail, a rails-to-trails project that is open only to hikers, bicyclists and equestrians. The itinerary is up to you.

: Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway by Russ Roca

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Nearby Cities: Manning, Gales Creek, North Plains, Buxton, Forest Grove

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The First Ride on the Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway

Oregon highways can be busy blurs when traffic speeds by at a nerve shattering rate. I prefer to slow down, get out of the race, set my own pace and roll on two wheels for travel across my...

By Grant McOmie
Dirt Track Racers

If the need for speed in your outdoor recreation is something you live...

By Grant McOmie
Rolling Through History: Banks-Vernonia State Trail

I’m a big believer in exploring Oregon’s back roads and learning something new...

By Grant McOmie

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Hop Cycle Brewing Company

Banks, Portland Region

Jim Dandy Farm Market

Banks, Portland Region

Banks Bicycles

Banks, Portland Region

Killin Wetlands

Banks, Portland Region

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Ideas for day trips from Portland in September for a family?

For a coast trip, I recommend taking Highway 26 from Portland, and then take the Highway 6 turnoff to Tillamook. In Tillamook visit the Tillamook Cheese Factory! Then proceed up Highway 101 and stop whenever your curiosity is piqued. There are lots of beaches and parks and vistas to check out. Some cute towns along that route…