Trail Overview

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 (elevation 2,841 feet) to Elk Bend Campground. This route also allows access to areas of the Tillamook State Forest to the north. It's a steep gravel road with many twists and steep drop-offs. In the winter, it can become impassable at times.

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Difficulty

This is a gravel road that quickly climbs with steep drop-offs to the sides. It can become impassable or extremely challenging in the winter.

Technical Rating

Chris Hodney

Apr 05, 2026

Open

Dovre Peak Tracks are in great condition, totally clear. Very few branches and debris anywhere in this network of roads today. Nestucca River Rd. is still blocked between Dovre Rd/ Dovre Tie Rd. and Elk Creek Rd.

Evan Carter

Jan 26, 2026

Open

Gonna need the bypass again with the byway blocked again, real rough in places, and definitely bring a saw

Dale T

Apr 15, 2025

Open

Open and clear - elk wandering around at the top

Dave Friesen

Jun 09, 2024

Open

Nestucca River Road is now open and bypass isn't required to travel between Fan Creek and Elk Bend Campgrounds.