Scotts Mills, Oregon
Top Spots in and near Scotts Mills
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Corbett, Oregon
Hike to Upper Bridal Veil Falls
5.00.5 miAt the parking lot for Angel's Rest, turn left uphill on to Palmer Mill Road. Drive for about a mile, and park right past a tributary stream/small waterfall (pictured above) on your left that flows through a small pipe under the road. You will see a small space to park on the right. Park here and...Read more -
Corvallis, Oregon
Mary's Peak
4.452 mi / 4020 ft gainThis ride takes you from the banks of the Willamette River at the Corvallis waterfront to the top of Mary's Peak, 26 miles and 4,000 vertical feet away. While it starts out with a warm-up through the flats of the Willamette Valley, it quickly starts climbing up around the west side of Mary's Pea...Read more -
Vancouver, Washington
Kayak Vancouver Lake
This is a lovely shallow lake for kayaking with spectacular views of Mt Hood and Mt St. Helens on clear days. It’s an ideal spot for beginners to learn water sports including, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding and swimming. There is a beach and park available for those afternoon picnics and nap...Read more -
Corvallis, Oregon
Hike Woodland Meadow Park Loop
0.5 mi / 59 ft gainThis trail is perfect for jogging or walking, with your pup! The loop is located near a popular dog park in Corvallis, and so can get crowded in the evenings after work. There is ample room for you dog and you to get out and enjoy nature.Read more -
Corvallis, Oregon
McCulloch Peak Loop
5.07.17 mi / 1719 ft gainMcCulloch Peak Loop is a loop trail where you may see local wildlife located near Corvallis, Oregon.Read more -
Washougal, Washington
Cape Horn Trail
4.36.76 mi / 1795 ft gainThe Cape Horn Trail is great for those who are short on time, but still want to get outside for something close by with great views. Located just 35 min east of Portland, the Cape Horn Trail offers a few different possibilities for you to hike. The whole loop (lower section is closed from Feb 1s...Read more -
Corbett, Oregon
Fairy Falls
4.82.02 mi / 1293 ft gainFairy Falls sits in the heart of the Columbia River Gorge, not much more than a mile from the Wahkeena Trailhead. The parking lot is right off the Old Columbia River Highway and will be packed with cars in the summer. Head up the trail towards Wahkeena Falls, which is not far up the hill. This f...Read more -
Government Camp, Oregon
Veda Lake Trail
4.02.5 mi / 748 ft gainThis hike starts at the Fir Tree Trailhead and is an out and back 2.8 mile round trip. It's short, but there's 660 feet of elevation gain. To start, you climb steeply then it's an easy hike to a beautiful viewpoint overlooking the lake. The trail descends via switchbacks down to the lake for the ...Read more -
Corbett, Oregon
Wahkeena Falls
4.00.48 mi / 427 ft gainThis Waterfall is located along the Colombia River Gorge and is surrounded by many other, much more trafficked waterfalls so it gets a lot fewer visitors. This is a beautiful spot to relax at, take photos, and get away from some of the crowds. The bottom of the falls end right at the parking lot ...Read more -
Detroit, Oregon
Russell Lake via Whitewater Creek Trailhead
4.811.4 mi / 1926 ft gainThis hike begins 7.5 miles down Whitewater Road at the Whitewater Trailhead, about 10 miles east of Detroit Lake. The road is bumpy, but can be navigated at slow speeds, even without four-wheel drive. Make sure to fill out a wilderness pass once you arrive at the trailhead. The trail is very wel...Read more -
National Forest Development Road 4220, Oregon
Hike to Gifford Lake
3 mi / 500 ft gainSet out at the Lower Lake trailhead along trail #717. After only half a mile the trail opens up to Lower Lake, with views of Olallie Butte. The trail winds around the north east side of the lake and you come to a junctions with trail #706. From here take the left onto #706 and continue about .6 o...Read more -
National Forest Development Road 4220, Oregon
Olallie Lake North Basin Loop
12.05 mi / 2021 ft gainBegin at the Lower Lake Campground and take the Lower Lake trailhead. The best direction to hike is counter clockwise, however you can do either. Continue along Trail #717 and very shortly you come out to Lower Lake featuring Mt. Jefferson as the backdrop. From here keep hiking and you reach yo...Read more -
Cascadia, Oregon
Hike to Soda Creek Falls
5.01.5 mi / 370 ft gainSoda Creek Falls flows 150 feet down a curvy basalt rock groove at Cascadia State Park. The trail follows Soda Creek through a lush Oregon rain forest. The site was a former hotel and health spa with the mineral water from the creek as the main attraction. The park has a small campground, and pic...Read more -
Clackamas County, Oregon
Little Crater Lake to Timothy Lake Campground
3.42 mi / 338 ft gainLittle Crater Lake to Timothy Lake Campground is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a lake located near Government Camp, Oregon.Read more -
Corvallis, Oregon
Hike Bald Hill
4.02.7 mi / 452 ft gainThis is a short hike on the outskirts of Corvallis. It's a popular hiking/trail running destination. There are several vantage points that overlook the city of Corvallis and Willamette Valley. It's a great place to visit if you want to do a short hike in the town of Corvallis.Read more -
Cascade Locks, Oregon
Multnomah-Wahkeena Loop
4.35.11 mi / 2162 ft gainThe Multnomah-Wahkeena loop is a classic hike in the Columbia Gorge. Few hikes take you by as many waterfalls, and the tree cover makes it a great hike in the rain. Starting at the Multnomah Falls Parking Area, head to the main viewing area of Multnomah Falls. If you get there early in the morn...Read more