Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Government Camp, 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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An easy dirt road that takes you through the Mt. Hood National Forest. It connects to several other trails in the area, and leads to a few trailheads for hiking and biking. The trail can…
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FS 4400620 starts at the Clinger Campground. It is a single-vehicle-width trail that winds along a ridge line through a dense pine forest, eventually leading to a small turnaround area. From there, a 200-yard hike…
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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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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 short connector route drops down 1000 feet into the White River Canyon from NFS 48 and the historic Barlow Road. The first two miles are flat and easy, but the last mile or so…
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Embark on this 15-mile journey through the eastern section of the 1.1-million-acre Mount Hood National Forest. You begin right off of Wamic Road which is paved. You start a steady climb up this washboard, pothole…
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Long Prairie 17 is a byway located in the 1.1-million-acre Mount Hood National Forest. Once you turn onto Long Prairie 17 it begins as pavement and then starts up the hill into gravel which is…
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Trail 575C is a short connector between Trails 575A and 577, running as a narrow two-track through dense forest. The trail surface includes small loose rocks and occasionally narrows to resemble more of a single-track.…
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Trail 575A is a 1-mile loop off of Trail 575 that winds through dense, shaded forest with tight curves and low-hanging branches. The trail is narrow and somewhat primitive, with loose rock and overgrown vegetation…
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Trail 577A is a loop off of 577, winding through dense forest with tight, curvy sections and trees closely lining the trail. The surface is mostly smooth with some small loose rocks, and while the…
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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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