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1,804 ft
Distance
44 ft
Climb
-100 ft
Descent
00:02:25
Avg time
-56 ft
Altitude change
113 ft
Altitude min
170 ft
Altitude max
169 ft
Altitude start
113 ft
Altitude end
-3.115%
Grade
-23.967%
Grade max
23.448%
Grade min
350 ft
Distance climb
1,037 ft
Distance down
388 ft
Distance flat
00:02:25
Avg time

Generator Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Spring Valley State Park
    Salem, Oregon
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    25 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #111241 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #301177 in Trail Running
    • #300069 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

Short downhill primary, with some short steep ups and downs, and a couple of tight turns.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 8 miles avg distance
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  • Last: Apr 30, 2026
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Aug 15, 2024 @ 12:01pm
Aug 15, 2024
 trail was in great shape! local XC fun @ Spring Valley State Park!
Dec 9, 2023 @ 1:19am
Dec 9, 2023
 Super muddy and slippery
Aug 24, 2023 @ 10:20am
Aug 24, 2023
 Trails were in great shape -- dried-out, smooth & fast. The final & steep hair-pin corner was loose dirt. Thank you SATA!...
Aug 20, 2023 @ 12:29pm
Aug 20, 2023
 In good shape. Dirt loose at end
Mar 7, 2021 @ 7:55pm
Mar 7, 2021
 Not worth it because all corners are washed out and mud everywhere!
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on Aug 15, 2024
Prevalent Mud
Avg: 3.45 (7 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Generator Trail

        ▼ Where is Generator Trail located?
        Generator Trail is located in Spring Valley State Park, Salem, Oregon, United States. It is part of the Spring Valley State Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 45.06449, -123.07365.
        ▼ How hard is Generator Trail?
        Generator Trail is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 3.115%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Generator Trail?
        Generator Trail has 44 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 100 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 113 ft to 170 ft.
        ▼ Is Generator Trail a point to point trail?
        Yes, Generator Trail is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Generator Trail?
        Generator Trail is 1,804 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Generator Trail?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Generator Trail. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Generator Trail?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Generator Trail are:
        • October (26 activities)
        • June (4 activities)
        • July (4 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        ▼ How do I access Generator Trail? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Generator Trail are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Generator Trail?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 3 minutes to ride Generator Trail. The trail is 1,804 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        ▼ How busy is Generator Trail?
        Generator Trail is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 148 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 235 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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