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SaveGaston 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, Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking and Horseback. Scenery includes meadows and views. Many trails are family friendly. Popular destinations include Chehalem Ridge Nature Park.
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- Mountain Bike
10 trails
- Gravel Bike
8 trails
- Adaptive Bike
7 trails
- Horse
5 trails
- Hike
11 trails
- Trail Running
11 trails
Region Details
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Region Status
Open as of Sep 24, 2026Local Trail Association
Stats
- Avg Trail Rating
- Trails (view details)
- 11
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 10
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 8
- Trails Adaptive Bike
- 7
- Trails Winter Fat Bike
- 5
- Trails Horse
- 5
- Trails Hike
- 11
- Trails Trail Running
- 11
- Total Distance
- 9 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 4 miles
- Total Descent
- 973 ft
- Total Vertical
- 679 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 1,136 ft
- Reports
- 114
- Photos
- 32
- Completed Counter
- 1,191
Sub Regions
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Chehalem Ridge Nature Park
- 8
- 1
Popular Gaston Mountain Biking Trails
• 90 ★ 4.3 • 1 mile • 68 ft • 186 •
Climbing gently from the trailhead, the trail traverses a variety of landscapes, from towering oaks on the knoll to a lush riparian area. With a surface of compacted crushed rock, it doesn’t get muddy in the rain and was designed to...
• 100 ★ 3.6 • 3,842 ft • 112 ft • 161 •
This compacted crushed rock trail takes you through meadows and dense fir stands. At the end is a viewpoint of the region's famously fertile farmland, making the perfect destination for a snack break. Even in the rain, this trail...
• 80 ★ 3.5 • 1 mile • 137 ft • 113 •
An easy but deliberate climb from the viewpoint brings you to a stunning overlook of the Tualatin Valley with endless views on a clear day. The lollipop at the top circles an open savanna with majestic oaks that are sure to be the...
• 50 ★ 4.2 • 2 miles • 76 ft • 110 •
The takes the fun up a notch for riders and delivers a backcountry feel as you explore deep into the park. As the first dirt trail you encounter, you'll get to experience classic PNW pine-needle loam accented with crunchy leaves in the...
• 70 ★ 3.0 • 2,382 ft • 33 ft • 107 •
A flowing trail that creates a side loop for the , the explores fun terrain while weaving through a mix of evergreen and deciduous vegetation. Please be courteous and yield to pedestrians, equestrians, and ascending mountain bikers....
• 60 ★ 3.8 • 1 mile • 49 ft • 103 •
Peeling off from the in a dense forest, this trail quickly breaks into the open with views into the Tualatin Valley. It descends playfully down the hillside, cutting back and forth before intersecting with a gravel road. The trail...
• 40 ★ 0.0 • 1,486 ft • 53 ft • 59 •
A short trail that connects the to the lower part of , this fun out-and-back can add variety to your adventure as you explore close to the trailhead. Like the , it has a compacted crushed rock surface that doesn’t get muddy in the...
Gaston Mountain Bike Routes
★ 4.0 • 12 miles • 1,152 ft • 5 • Out & Back •
This route is created for adaptive riders, but offers a tour of the area and is great for everyone.
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Recent Trail Reports
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| DownBad | add | report | activity #104678186 | Sep 26, 2026 @ 7:09pm Sep 26, 2026 |
| DownBad | add | photo | activity #104678122 | Sep 26, 2026 @ 7:08pm Sep 26, 2026 |
| dvio1I | wishlist | trail | activity #104186037 and 1 more | Sep 19, 2026 @ 11:54pm Sep 19, 2026 |
| CoyWill | wishlist | route | activity #103407547 | Sep 9, 2026 @ 6:41am Sep 9, 2026 |
| Sir_WyEast01 | ridden | trail | activity #102267960 and 3 more | Aug 24, 2026 @ 6:38pm Aug 24, 2026 |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| trail | Really nice beginner trail with a good payoff... | Jul 28, 2024 @ 7:12pm Jul 28, 2024 | ||
| trail | Very green trail but great for just getting... | Oct 15, 2023 @ 7:05am Oct 15, 2023 | ||
| trail | Actually a pretty fun easy trail with some... | Aug 27, 2022 @ 8:53am Aug 27, 2022 | ||
| trail | Very easy gravel trial that you use to connect... | Aug 27, 2022 @ 8:50am Aug 27, 2022 |
Local Badges
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Epic Mountain Bike Climb 2k0 awarded -
Climbing 10k Badge1 awarded -
Mountain Biking 100k Badge0 awarded -
Epic Ride Descent 2k0 awarded -
Descent 10k Badge1 awarded -
Descent 100k Badge0 awarded
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 10 | 9 miles | 938 ft | 4 miles | 679 ft | #6,894 | #57 | 27 | 114 | 1 | 1,544 | |
| Gravel Bike | 8 | 5 miles | 285 ft | 1 mile | 272 ft | #3,305 | #37 | 8 | 1 | 31 | ||
| Adaptive Bike | 7 | 7 miles | 801 ft | 3 miles | 679 ft | #5,621 | #43 | 80 | 1 | |||
| Winter Fat Bike | 5 | 3 miles | 135 ft | 3,940 ft | 256 ft | 10 | ||||||
| Horse | 5 | 6 miles | 823 ft | 3 miles | 679 ft | #3,142 | #57 | 13 | ||||
| Hike | 11 | 9 miles | 971 ft | 4 miles | 679 ft | #11,782 | #90 | 1 | 114 | 165 | ||
| Trail Running | 11 | 9 miles | 971 ft | 4 miles | 679 ft | #11,225 | #82 | 114 | 132 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Gaston?
Gaston has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Gaston?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Gaston are:
- Woodland Trail (4.1/5)
- Chehalem Ridge (4.1/5)
- Madrona (3.9/5)
- Mampaɬ Trail (3.9/5)
- Witches Butter Trail (3.8/5)
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What is the best time of the year to ride in Gaston?
Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride in Gaston are:
- August (67 activities)
- June (64 activities)
- May (56 activities)
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Where can I park to ride in Gaston?
There are 1 parking locations listed in Gaston. The most popular parking spots are:
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What is the longest trail in Gaston?
The longest trail in Gaston is Chehalem Ridge at 1.8 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Gaston?
The best hiking trails in Gaston are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Gaston?
The best trail running trails in Gaston are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Gaston?
Gaston has a total of 11 trails. Of those, 10 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Gaston to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Gaston?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Gaston is Mampaɬ Trail with 137 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Gaston?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Gaston is Madrona with 417 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Gaston?
Gaston supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running.
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What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Gaston?
The steepest mountain biking trail in Gaston is Castor Trail with an average grade of 3.6%. View all trails sorted by grade.
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Are the trails open in Gaston?
Out of 9 trails:
- Clear / Green: 9
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Gaston?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Gaston are: View all mountain biking routes in Gaston.
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What type of bike is most common in Gaston?
Based on activity log data, the most common bike types used in Gaston are:
- AM (125 activities)
- XC (9 activities)
- Adaptive MTB (2 activities)
- Uni (1 activities)
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Gaston?
The most popular Strava segments in Gaston are:
- Witches Butter Trail (282 athletes)
- Up Witches' Butter (272 athletes)
- Zorzal Trail CCW (117 athletes)
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Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Gaston?
Yes, there are 7 accessible/adaptive trails in Gaston. View all adaptive trails in Gaston for specific accessibility information.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Gaston?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Gaston are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Gaston?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Gaston are:
- Woodland Trail (4.3/5)
- Chehalem Ridge (4.2/5)
- Mampaɬ Trail (3.5/5)
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