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3,556 ft
Distance
-171 ft
Descent
00:04:08
Avg time
-171 ft
Altitude change
2,167 ft
Altitude min
2,338 ft
Altitude max
2,338 ft
Altitude start
2,169 ft
Altitude end
-4.8%
Grade
-18.2%
Grade max
0.5%
Grade min
3,156 ft
Distance down
400 ft
Distance flat
00:04:08
Avg time

Catamount Trail (Upper) Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Silver Falls State Park
    Salem, Oregon
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    95 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 90 in Trail Running
    • 85 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #41042 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #20754 in Trail Running
    • #51078 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Fat, Adaptive MTB
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Silver Falls State Park

This upper portion of Catamount is mostly smooth and flowy, with only a few rocky patches. Several camel humps that are easy and fun to roll or catch small air if that is your thing.

Adaptive Bike Info
aMTB Green Rating: Beginner features and moderate terrain.

Gate at trailhead is slightly narrow

Trail Supporters
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Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 9 rides
  • 12 miles average
6 Months
  • 200 rides
  • 13 miles avg distance
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  • 1,170 rides
  • Last: Aug 22, 2026
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        Directions to catamount-trail-upper trailhead (44.833820, -122.603300)

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        3:29 | 19 | May 11, 2026 , Salem

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        4.0 9 miles 912 ft 4 Loop
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Catamount Trail (Upper)

        Where is Catamount Trail (Upper) located?
        Catamount Trail (Upper) is located in Silver Falls State Park, Salem, Oregon, United States. It is part of the Silver Falls State Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.83382, -122.6033.
        How hard is Catamount Trail (Upper)?
        Catamount Trail (Upper) is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 4.8%.
        What is the elevation gain for Catamount Trail (Upper)?
        The trail has 171 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,167 ft to 2,338 ft.
        Is Catamount Trail (Upper) a point to point trail?
        Yes, Catamount Trail (Upper) is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Catamount Trail (Upper)?
        Catamount Trail (Upper) is 3,556 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Catamount Trail (Upper)?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Catamount Trail (Upper). Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Catamount Trail (Upper)?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Catamount Trail (Upper) are:
        • July (87 activities)
        • August (63 activities)
        • June (59 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Catamount Trail (Upper)? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Catamount Trail (Upper) are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Catamount Trail (Upper)?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 5 minutes to ride Catamount Trail (Upper). The trail is 3,556 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Catamount Trail (Upper)?
        Catamount Trail (Upper) is a very popular trail. There have been 3,188 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 3,564 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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