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Larison Creek Trail
2 reviews
3.5 of 5
From the Larison Creek TH, this trail is basically river grade with some rolling. Nothing steep for very long. I just got back from riding this trail (Jan 6,03) and it was in pretty poor shape. Lots of streams and small creeks washing out the trail. There are many exposed roots and in the wet climate, it was very slick with many 'washouts'. I suggest riding this trail in the summer months. If you have ever ridden the McKenzie trail, you will know what I mean about roots and rocks. As far as technical rating, this trail has many challenges because of the washed out areas and the sharp switchbacks at the West end of the trail. Because it is relatively flat, any rider can negotiate the route, but there will be places where dabbing or dismounting will be a must.
As an out and back, you will get a definite workout. I rode it as a loop. I parked at the dam and rode back to 2102 Road. Paved climb for two miles then jct off to the left on road 101. This is a gravel road with very little use. At approximately 10.5 miles, the TH begins. Making the road ride, trail, then road 21 back to the dam made a nice combination of all riding fun.
This is a very beautiful trail because it's mossy, in old growth timber and you skirt along Larison Creek 80% of the time. Very serene and didn't appear to be heavily used. Ride hard, or ride home. Kevin
From Oakridge, travel East on Highway 58 to Hills Creek Res/Lake. Forest Service Road 21. Travel approximately 2.5 miles to Larison Cove/Creek Turnout. There is a trail marker on 21 and it will be the first time there is water on both sides of Road 21.
If you opt for making this a loop ride, park at the dam and ride back to Road 2102. It is 1/4 mile back from the dam. See the trail description below for loop information.
Trail Length
Out and back is 13 miles. As a loop from the dam, 19.3 miles
Summary: Just rode this trail. It is fairly easy from a technical and cardiovascular standpoint for the first segment, but then it begins to climb and there are numerous obstacles that were fairly difficult, especially when uphill. The trail was in good condition, though not spectacular. At the western end of the trail, there is a series of switchbacks that are very difficult to navigate going downhill, so I ended up walking the last mile or so. I am riding SS, but I doubt anyone is clearing much with gears. Overall it was a very good ride, challenging enough to improve riding skills and hard enough to get a very good workout. Even the poison oak wasn't terrible.
Recommended Route: Drive to the parking lot and do an out and back. What you didn't clean on the uphill might be redeemed on the return journey.
Other recommended trails in the same area: Middle Fork, Alpine, Tire Mtn., Goodman, Northshore... the list goes on and on...
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Review Date January 6, 2003
Overall Rating 3 of 5
Ridden Trail: Ridden Once
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Reviewed by: Kevin Lyons
, from Oakridge, OR
Summary: See trail description above
Recommended Route: See the above description for the routes.
Other recommended trails in the same area: Larison Rock Trail
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