Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Donald, Oregon

Horse Creek Road connects the Santiam State Forest entrance area with the Molalla River. It starts on South Family Camp Road and goes to the South Fork Molalla River Road. The Santiam State Forest may…
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This is one of the main roads heading up to Goat Mountain. There are many spur roads you can take off of Green Mountain Road; just make sure to check the status of gate closures.…
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This route takes you off the main Green Mountain Road, up Green Mountain Middle Road, and to a few gravel pit areas. The route provides a few views of the city of Colton and other…
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Start at the Yamhill Reservoir on Northwest Turner Creek Road, about 8 miles northwest of Yamhill, Oregon. The Yamhill Reservoir is a small body of water on the south side of the road, and just…
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Start just west of McGuire Reservoir, turn left into an opening, and look for a bridge. This is a 6.7-mile route. Be aware that it crosses through Weyerhaeuser land with gates. The gates may be…
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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 road takes you up the mountain past the La Dee Flats staging area out towards the quarries. The staging area has raised loading docks for loading and unloading trailers. It goes past the La…
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As you travel this road, you will pass through multiple private timberlands and BLM and you will be met with beautiful views, wildlife (if lucky), bicyclists, and vehicles. This crosses paths with the Banks-Vernonia trail…
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Right before you head up this loop you will go through an unnamed road. You will go through a big puddle and up a steep, loose hill with water running down one of the rutted…
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Gobblers Knob is a 3,054-foot hill in the Tillamook State Forest south of the North Fork Trask River. It offers a spectacular view of the surrounding forest and mountains, especially to the south. The trail…
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Along this road, you will see a mixed bag of conifer and hardwood. The trail is open year-round and offers the chance to see wildlife in the area. During the winter months expect deep snow.…
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Along this road, you will see a mixed bag of conifer and hardwood and possibly some wildlife as well. The trail is open year-round. During the winter months expect deep snow. Some areas have pit…
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Along this road, you will see a mixed bag of conifer and hardwood. The trail is open year-round and offers a great chance to see some wildlife. During the winter months expect deep snow. Possible…
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This is a super easy, dirt and mud trail that leads to a beautiful viewpoint and camp spot. Gorgeous tree covered hills with large devastating burn patches show the harsh reality of the forest fires.…
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This is an easy open route that passes through private timber land. There are beautiful views overlooking LL Stubb Stewart State Park. There is no camping along this route but this connector will offer a…
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Along this road, you will see a mixed bag of conifer and hardwood and possibly some wildlife as well. The trail is open year-round. During the winter months expect deep snow. Possible flats may happen…
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Clydes is a 2-mile trail featuring an easy two-track route with frequent curves, small loose rocks, and occasional rutted or dug-out sections. The trail winds through a mossy, scenic forest of western white pines, with…
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Military is a 2-mile graded and maintained trail featuring sections lined with cement pavers and a wide two-track surface through dense forest. Although mostly wide, there are occasional narrow tree pinches where trees closely line…
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This is a 2-mile segment of Rogers Camp Road, a wide ATV trail running under a dense tree canopy. The route follows an easy grade with a smooth surface, scattered small loose rocks, and frequent…
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This is a .8-mile directional loop trail that travels counterclockwise along a scenic forested corridor. This easy two-track is decently wide for ATVs and carved into the mossy Pacific Northwest landscape, with small loose rocks,…
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This connector features a moderate climb from the north end through a fern-covered forest lined with western white pines. The trail surface consists of small loose rocks and occasional shallow ruts. After the initial climb,…
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This trail just down from Brown's camp parking area. This is a dirt trail for 50-inch and smaller. It is marked easy level. A 50-inch side by side can get through if you don't have…
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#43 Connector is a short, less-than-half-mile segment that links Quarry to the main portion of the Military Trail. This easy two-track path features small loose rocks, a fairly flat and gradual grade, and a decently…
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Kids Loop is a short half-mile loop specifically designed for young or beginner riders. The trail is a decently wide ATV track that curves gently between the trees and is sometimes lined with logs as…
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Quarry #44 is a 0.7-mile ATV trail that begins with a short, steep section to enter the trail on the west end, over loose rock, then transitions into a wide and easy two-track winding through…
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Crooked Bridge #3 is a wide, fast, and flowy dirt ATV trail that's approachable for all skill levels. Starting from the southern entrance, it offers mostly straight sections with gentle curves and gradual grades, making…
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Marks #3A is a short, half-mile ATV trail that winds through a forested area on a wide dirt path. With small loose rocks, gentle curves, and only mild elevation changes, it's well-suited for riders of…
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Trail #2 is a half-mile-long, easy route that begins at the intersection with Trails #3 and #3A. It starts as a wide, road-width trail with small loose rocks and occasional waterbars before narrowing slightly as…
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As of early April 2024, there is a landslide just to the east of the Elk Bend Campground blocking the Nestucca River Road. This bypass is from the Fan Creek Campground up to Dovre Peak…
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This is a point-to-point trail that will connect you between 2 other trails in the area. It will also lead you to the Yacoult Burn Trailhead where you can access the area's hiking trail. There…
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