more stats
3,445 ft
Distance
-468 ft
Descent
00:05:17
Avg time
-468 ft
Altitude change
1,023 ft
Altitude min
1,491 ft
Altitude max
1,491 ft
Altitude start
1,024 ft
Altitude end
-13.6%
Grade
-32.7%
Grade max
-4.7%
Grade min
3,445 ft
Distance down
00:05:17
Avg time

Root Down Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Winter Fat Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Tum Tum
    Blodgett, Oregon
  • Difficulty Rating
    Black Diamond Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Winter Fat Biking
    • 5 in Gravel Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #146090 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #419560 in Trail Running
    • #422396 in Hiking
    • #38341 in Winter Fat Biking
    • #48938 in Gravel Biking
  • State Ranking
    #1,412 in Mountain Biking · Oregon [+]
    • #4,099 in Trail Running
    • #4,069 in Hiking
    • #140 in Winter Fat Biking
    • #776 in Gravel Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    DH, AM, XC
  • Direction
    Downhill Primary[+]
    Popular Direction Shown
    • Downhill Primary for Trail Running
    • Downhill Primary for Hiking
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Ride in Rain
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Starker Forests

Part of the Mudslinger Course

Access Info Restricted Access

Can start on the Tum Tum Rd or Woods Creek Rd

Tags

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 2 rides
  • Last: Mar 18, 2023
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Root Down Trail Reports

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Oct 5, 2026 @ 4:41pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Oct 5, 2026
 Ongoing timber harvest beginning about 1/4 mile from the top of the trail.
Jun 12, 2026 @ 8:44am (America/Los_Angeles)
Jun 12, 2026
Feb 11, 2026 @ 3:29pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Feb 11, 2026
 Danger! There are 2 roads that have been reopened for an upcoming timber harvest. There is a large ditch on the lower road which will be hard...
Jun 9, 2025 @ 8:22pm
Jun 9, 2025
 Brushed for Mary Peak Trail Runs
Sep 18, 2020 @ 9:01am
Sep 18, 2020
 reporter Starker Forests land open to permit holders. Walk-in only. Fire season still in effect!
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Status:
on Oct 5, 2026
Dry
Avg: 3.98 (1 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      2:11 | 81 | Apr 17, 2021 , Blodgett
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      2 Reviews & Comments

      reidkerr
      To respond to the last comment, gravel roads were built through sections of the trail but it is still 90% singletrack. Sometimes after hitting the road you have to look carefully to find the next section.

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Root Down located?
      Root Down is located in Tum Tum, Blodgett, Oregon, United States. It is part of the Tum Tum trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 44.55765, -123.51083.
      ▼ How hard is Root Down?
      Root Down is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 13.6%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Root Down?
      The trail has 468 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,023 ft to 1,491 ft.
      ▼ Is Root Down a point to point trail?
      Root Down is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Root Down?
      Root Down is 3,445 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Root Down?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Root Down. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Root Down? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Root Down are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Root Down?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 9 minutes to ride Root Down. The trail is 3,445 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Root Down?
      Root Down is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 8 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 8 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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