Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Rhododendron, Oregon

If you're looking for a quintessential PNW trail to run or a fun alternate to Highway 26, this is it. Dense forests shroud you as you parallel a flowing river, crossing mossy rock bridges a…
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This trail begins easy and mild, but the further up and back you travel, the more rocky and overgrown it becomes. Erosion ruts and potholes are present throughout the trail - some ground clearance is…
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The trail system is intricate and intercepts other trails, making it never-ending. It is paved, but during the winter months, when it has snowed, this trail system is a blast! Make sure you have recovery…
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Watch the city fall away and mount hood come closer and closer into view as each corner you turn takes you deeper into Mount Hood National Forest. Don't blink or you might miss a hidden…
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Follow the beautiful Salmon River down to the dock or hiking trails. The long pavement becomes gravel as the road gets further and further into the hillside of the Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness. This trail is mild…
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Turn down what seems to be a residential gravel road until the forest opens up in front of you. Feel the temperature drop as you enter the tree line and find yourself quickly at horse,…
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Just South of Trillium Lake, this is an easy dirt loop trail through the Mt. Hood National Forest. Trail debris (trees) may be present on the trail. If traveling North, you may catch glimpses of…
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Short offshoot trail from the Trillium Lake Loop that dead ends at the Jackpot Meadows / Salmon River Trailhead. At the time of tracking, the trail was heavily overgrown - not sure if the Forest…
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Tamarack Quarry is an old Quarry within the Trillium Lake area. It takes you to and around an old mountain quarry, now surrounded by multiple dispersed camping spots ideal for remote overnights. The dirt and…
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FS 2656254 is a narrow, single-vehicle dirt trail that winds through a dense pine forest just off the Trillium Lake Loop. The trail surface is layered with pine needles, forest debris, and some embedded rocks,…
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Historic Lolo Pass is a scenic drive that connects the Sandy River area to Lost Lake and Hood River. Spectacular valley views open up to reveal the western side of Mt. Hood. The driving surface…
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This short spur provides access to the McGee Creek Trailhead. Driving past the hiking trailhead, immediately ascends into a short and slightly technical climbing section. Once clear of these ruts and rocks, the road becomes…
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Clear Lake 2660 is the gateway to one of the most beautifully colored and historic lakes in the United States called Little Crater Lake which was named after Crater Lake. This route is about 7…
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Step into the history books when you embark down this 7-mile section of the Oregon Trail Barlow Road. This late 1800's byway is a very technical, primitive, narrow, rocky road. It was not only created…
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This is an access route to a remote campground along the edge of Mount Hood National Forest. The terrain is mixed gravel and pavement along NFS roads until the last few miles down into the…
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Hideaway Lake - 5830 is located in the majestic Mount Hood National Forest which is in the Cascade Mountain Range in Northwest Oregon. This forest encompasses 1.1 million acres of forestland which was first established…
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This trail begins off NF-58 and winds past the scenic shores of Timothy Lake, making it a great access route for campers, paddlers, and nature lovers. The gravel road is two vehicles wide and easy…
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FS 57400230 is a narrow, winding dirt trail that climbs steadily through a dense pine forest, starting from NF-5740. The road surface is a mix of dirt and small embedded rocks, offering a mellow but…
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This trail is an irregular gravel road marked by large rocks, numerous potholes, and segments of profound dust which create the potential to get stuck. Its accessibility varies with the seasons and may be gated…
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26100000 Connector is a mellow gravel road that links NF-2610 to Keeps Mill South, serving as a valuable and scenic route for overlanders and campers. The trail is lined with tall pine trees, and it…
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FS4260000 is a scenic gravel road that winds through dense forest, running parallel to Stone Creek and offering a peaceful drive surrounded by towering trees and vibrant spring wildflowers, including blooming Pacific rhododendrons. The road…
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Harriet Lake 4630 is an easy gravel road which is situated in the Mount Hood National Forest off Forest Road 57. The Mount Hood National Forest encompasses 1.1 million acres and is located in the…
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The Mount Hood National Forest is nestled in the Cascade Mountain Range which is in the Pacific Northwest in Oregon. It encompasses 1.1 million acres of beautiful forested land to include an active volcano called…
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National Forest Development Rd 4610 has changed a lot over the last couple of years as the Riverside forest fire ripped through this area. Be advised that landslides, falling trees, and debris can occur in…
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This is a trail to the small quarry before the main quarry. Rough roads cut by winter snow may make 4x4 a requirement. Winter months bring deeply rutted snowbanks that will force you into potholes.…
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This sneaky hidden side trail opens up to another bigger quarry play area. It's short; it's sweet. But it's good to know how to find it since you can pass right over it. There is…
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Road 4613 is the back route to get up to the LaDee Flats OHV staging area and the North Fork Quarry OHV Area. This road takes you through the Mount Hood National Forest past waterfalls,…
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Area consisting of many 4x4 and ATV trails that branch off of main roads. The road itself is gravel with many potholes. During the winter, snow will cover a majority of the area allowing for…
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Green Point - 2810 is a beautiful scenic drive through the Mount Hood National Forest in Northwest Oregon. This road is mainly gravel however there are areas where large boulders and rocks have come on…
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FS 0425-0000 is a gravel and dirt route that climbs to an elevation of about 3,500 feet, weaving through dense pine forests. The road is generally smooth but does narrow in sections, requiring careful navigation,…
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