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Clackamas River Trail
8 reviews
 3.75 of 5

Highly Technical! Lots of up and down hills. Very narrow trail at parts with 100 - 200 feet drop offs ending in the Clackamas river! Make sure your bike and tires are in top shape. This trail will put them to the test. You can either ride back to your vehicle the same way you came, or by the highway. You can also, with two vehicles, park at both ends of the trail. You'll need to stop at the Ranger Station just prior to entering Estacada to purchase a $3.00 trail head parking permit. This trai is awesome! Bring your camera for some incredible scenery.
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Latitude
45.116418876161624
Longitude
-122.07578659057617
Trail Directions
From Interstate 205, take Oregon 212/224 exit. Go right at Oregon 224 toward Estacada. Go through Estacada on 224, for about 22 miles to forest Service road 4620 which is the entrance to Indian Henry Campground. Close to the campground on the right side of the road is parking at the trail head. (Bike on the lower trail)
Trail Length
8 +/- miles
Trail Level
Advanced
Trail Type
Singletrack
City/County
Estacada
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Review Date
April 30, 2001

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Ridden Trail:
Every few months

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Reviewed by: Robert , from Milwaukie

Summary:
A pretty crazy trail to ride. Dangerous in some spots. hikers sometimes get in your way. Bitchin' views. I say skrew the rules about not riding bikes on this trail. its worth the risk. nice ups and downs make it a rippin'trail. have fun!

Recommended Route:
Indian Henry campground to Fish Creek TH.

Other recommended trails in the same area:
Hagg lake trail



Review Date
September 13, 1999

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Ridden Trail:
Ridden Once

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Reviewed by: G MAN , from West Linn, OR

Summary:
I found out, after the fact, that this beauty is now closed to bikes. Awesome scenery with seasonal waterfalls and excellent views of the Clackamas River. The trail isn't that technical but the nice, windy singletrack is very narrow for much of the duration. At times it narrows to 2 feet wide or less where the one side is bordered by a drop into the river - and I mean a DROP from 100 to 200 feet so it can be intimidating for some and suicidal for out-of control, show off types. Climbing isn't too bad as there are lots of ups and downs. Since it is closed, I cannot recommend riding it BUT IF YOU DO, please do so in the evenings when there is less chance of running into hikers (lots of narrow blind corners which is why it is closed).

Recommended Route:
None - DO NOT RIDE - CLOSED TO BIKES!
(SYSOP Should remove trail from list)

Other recommended trails in the same area:
The ranger district closed the trail because it simply is not wide enough to safely pass hikers at many points. I was told that another good LEGAL area starts near the power lines at Roaring River Campground and also to check out Rock Lakes Basin and Shell Lake Basin, all nearby in the Mt. Hood National Forest, and all LEGAL to MTB riding.



Review Date
July 18, 1999

Overall Rating
 1 of 5

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Reviewed by: David

Summary:
THIS TRAIL IS CLOSED TO BIKES AND HAS BEEN FOR THE LAST 3 YEARS! We stopped by the estacada ranger station for our parking permit and they said "I hope your not thinking your going to ride the Clackamas river trail, It is closed to bikes."
If you are into poaching trails and like the thrill of getting thrown off than this is probably the trail for you, Otherwise steer clear of this waste of time!



Review Date
June 21, 1999

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

Ridden Trail:
Ridden Once

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Reviewed by: Zeekazoid , from Hillsboro, OR

Summary:
Really nice trail, for every "up" there is a nice "down" to get your blood flowing. Fair amount is car noise because of the highway. We were kinda confused because of the sign at the start. It looked like a bike sign with a no entry circle over it. It was apparently for motorcycles.

Recommended Route:
Start at Indian Henry Campground

Other recommended trails in the same area:
McKenzie River



Review Date
May 10, 1999

Overall Rating
 4 of 5

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Reviewed by: rich b , from pdx, oregon

Summary:
lets put it this way.....just because you think you are an above average rider, doesnt mean you are. Just because you have a cool bike, doesnt mean youre John Tomac. This is the type of trail that wakes you up to reality. Like the one guy said, its not hard as far as elevation gain, but, right when you think you are getting into your groove and feeling relaxed, your front wheel washes out and you cheat death for a few seconds. The trail is ~3 ft wide the whole ride. This is alright in places, but not the places that will throw you straight down into the river. Dont under estimate any of the corners and look out for the waterfall....its bitchn. Half thru the single track, it is less groomed, so keep your eyes open for a few chunks of old growth lying down. This is a true 8 mile down and 8 mile back. So, dont do what i did, bring water,food, friend, and a first aid kit would be cool. This trail is very similar to the Skookum trails in Washington. This trail does kick ass, but respect it. I wanna give a shout out to the couple i met in the parking lot that made it thru after a long day of riding and to "Diamond Dave" the mystery rider rockstar on the mrazek, i think he did it twice.

Recommended Route:
From Indian Henry Campground and ride the road back to your car.....unless your wallet says the same thing as Samuel L Jacksons!

Other recommended trails in the same area:
Powell butte, Forest park, McDonald Forest, any of the trails near COCC in Bend, and Capital Forest if you are in Olympia, WA.



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