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      Estacada trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Horseback, Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading and Adaptive Biking. Popular destinations include Milo McIver State Park, Rhozone and LaDee Flats OHV Area.
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      Region Details
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      Region Status
      Caution as of Aug 13, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      62
      Trails Mountain Bike
      20
      Trails E-Bike
      13
      Trails Gravel Bike
      22
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      1
      Trails Horse
      21
      Trails Hike
      50
      Trails Trail Running
      49
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      13
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      13
      Total Distance
      200 miles
      Total Descent Distance
      74 miles
      Total Descent
      21,737 ft
      Total Vertical
      6,939 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      7,202 ft
      Reports
      91
      Photos
      91
      Completed Counter
      555
      Sub Regions
      • Rhozone
        • 5
        • 2
        Caution on Aug 13, 2026

      Popular Estacada Mountain Biking Trails

      65 0.0 4,367 ft 62 ft 30
      Moderately popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 16 minutes to complete this trail.
      90 4.0 4 miles 121 ft 26
      Beautiful steep creek trail with a variety of forests. Some very narrow exposed portions with fall potential but not too technical. Start this ride at the Mt Lowe summit and head south on Rho Ridge. When you get to the first road...
      5 3.7 4 miles 260 ft 12
      Nice single track along scenic Clackamas river. 3.75 mile trail riden OAB for 7.5 miles total. Some exposure to cliffs. The trail runs from Rainbow CG to Riverside CG. Can be a handful in wet weather, so best to avoid when rainy for a...
      35 4.0 6 miles 902 ft 5
      Rho Ridge is a scenic XC trail with great views up to Hawk Mtn and continuing north to Mt Lowe and .
      5 0.0 4 miles 958 ft 3
      Needs a lot of tread work in places. Lots of steep very rocky awkward bits.
      30 0.0 3,169 ft 15 ft 1
      Less popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used both directions.
      0.0 2,126 ft 297 ft 1
      Steep climb but great views and cool lookout cabin.

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

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      Estacada Mountain Bike Routes

      18 miles 3,196 ft 1
      Best way to ride is start at the Mt Lowe summit and head south along Rho Ridge—mostly a pedaly descent...
      23 miles 3,671 ft 3
      This route is the best way to pedal . If shuttling, use NF46 for the first few miles instead, is not...
      41 miles 6,562 ft 2 Loop
      Big pedaling day at the Rhozone - really fun descents on and , but also some massive gravel and paved climbs.
      22 miles 3,647 ft 2 Loop
      Road climb to Lowe Mt Summit, then Rhody Ridge trail (since this northern half is clear in 2025), then...

      Photos of Estacada Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Estacada Mountain Bike

      youtuber VOTR Rhododendron Ridge/Rho Creek
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      10:20 | 45 | Jul 1, 2026 , Estacada
      Fadeaway, Rhozone.
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      0:00 | 224 | Oct 5, 2024 , Estacada
      Burnt Granite, Rhozone.
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      0:51 | 340 | Oct 5, 2024 , Estacada
      Finding old segments of the PCT: Burnt Granite
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      0:14 | 677 | Aug 11, 2020 , Estacada

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Burnt Granite
      Aug 13, 2026 @ 4:17pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Aug 13, 2026
      Unknown Burnt Granite is within the Austin Fire...gabrielamadeus OTTA
      NF4670
      Aug 13, 2026 @ 4:17pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Aug 13, 2026
      Unknown Burnt Granite is within the Austin Fire...gabrielamadeus OTTA
      Rhododendron Ridge North
      Aug 13, 2026 @ 4:17pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Aug 13, 2026
      Unknown Burnt Granite is within the Austin Fire...gabrielamadeus OTTA
      Tarzan Tie
      Aug 13, 2026 @ 4:17pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Aug 13, 2026
      Unknown Burnt Granite is within the Austin Fire...gabrielamadeus OTTA
      Rho Creek (Fadeaway)
      Jul 27, 2026 @ 8:58pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      Jul 27, 2026
      Unknownjgusta
      NF4651
      Jun 23, 2026 @ 10:51am (America/Los_Angeles)
      Jun 23, 2026
      Unknown Has been recently logged out. Much better...gabrielamadeus OTTA
      Rhododendron Ridge South
      May 31, 2026 @ 9:56pm (America/Los_Angeles)
      May 31, 2026
      Unknown Cleared to intersection with Hawk...gabrielamadeus OTTA
      Burnt Granite Road Connector 270
      Aug 18, 2025 @ 10:52am
      Aug 18, 2025
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      Mt Lowe TH Spur
      Aug 18, 2025 @ 10:52am
      Aug 18, 2025
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      Lodgepole
      Jul 2, 2024 @ 10:21am
      Jul 2, 2024
      Unknown USFS has cleared trail, but is in a burn...gabrielamadeus OTTA

      Activity Feed

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      Aug 13, 2026 @ 4:19pm
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      Recent Comments

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      jgustareportRho Creek (Fadeaway)Still clear minus one big dead down about 2/3...
      Jul 27, 2026 @ 8:59pm
      Jul 27, 2026
      jgustareportRhododendron Ridge NorthStill clear and golden from Orogenesis work...
      Jul 27, 2026 @ 8:55pm
      Jul 27, 2026
      jgustareportRhododendron Ridge NorthStill clear and golden from Orogenesis work...
      Jul 27, 2026 @ 8:54pm
      Jul 27, 2026
      jgustareportBurnt GraniteAll clear thanks to Gabe from Tarzan down. ...
      Jul 27, 2026 @ 8:50pm
      Jul 27, 2026
      jgustareportBurnt GraniteAll clear thanks to Gabe from Tarzan down. ...
      Jul 27, 2026 @ 8:49pm
      Jul 27, 2026

      Local Badges


      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike20131 miles14,905 ft48 miles5,046 ft
      #2,674#96091914456
      E-Bike13108 miles7,907 ft35 miles4,974 ft
      #2,160#9492920
      Gravel Bike22115 miles7,684 ft36 miles4,403 ft
      #3,373#1,274112
      Adaptive Bike13,773 ft240 ft2,520 ft240 ft
      #7,563#2,3853
      Horse21134 miles11,827 ft47 miles6,890 ft
      #381#4129
      Hike50185 miles21,047 ft70 miles6,939 ft
      #575#26591326
      Trail Running49172 miles20,715 ft69 miles6,939 ft
      #1,209#4419181
      Dirtbike/Moto1328 miles1,020 ft6 miles3,186 ft
      #929#35498
      ATV/ORV/OHV1328 miles1,020 ft6 miles3,186 ft
      #704#29731

      Frequently Asked Questions

      What are the best places to ride in Estacada?
      Estacada has 3 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Estacada?
      The highest rated mountain biking trails in Estacada are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
      Where can I park to ride in Estacada?
      There are 17 parking locations listed in Estacada. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      What is the longest trail in Estacada?
      The longest trail in Estacada is Rhododendron Ridge South at 6.4 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Estacada?
      What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Estacada?
      What are the best & highest rated dirtbiking trails in Estacada?
      How many trails are in Estacada?
      Estacada has a total of 62 trails. Of those, 20 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Estacada to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      Which trail has the most elevation gain in Estacada?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Estacada is Rhododendron Ridge North with 1,029 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      Which trail has the most elevation descent in Estacada?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Estacada is Burnt Granite with 2,710 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      What activities are most popular in Estacada?
      Estacada supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, ATVing/Offroading.
      What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Estacada?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Estacada is Hawk Mountain Trail with an average grade of 14%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Estacada?
      Yes, there are 2 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Estacada. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      Are the trails open in Estacada?
      The overall region status for Estacada is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 22 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 15
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 2
      • Closed: 4
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      Can I ride an ebike in Estacada?
      Yes, Estacada supports e-bike riding. There are 12 trails in Estacada that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Estacada?
      What is the highest summit in Estacada?
      The highest summit in Estacada is West Pinhead Butte at 5,574 ft elevation.
      What are the most popular Strava Segments in Estacada?
      The most popular Strava segments in Estacada are:
      • North Fork Rd to end of pavement. (413 athletes)
      • N Fork Rd Climb (388 athletes)
      • The Clackamas Clap Back (228 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Estacada.
      What trails are closed in Estacada?
      There are currently 4 closed trails in Estacada. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 15
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 2
      • Closed: 4
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Estacada?
      Yes, there are 1 accessible/adaptive trails in Estacada. View all adaptive trails in Estacada for specific accessibility information.
      What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Estacada?
      What are the best beginner ride trails in Estacada?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Estacada are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Estacada.
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