The 86-mile Salmonberry Trail seeks to create a seamless, nonmotorized multiuse trail connecting the town of Banks in the west Portland area.

Winding 25 miles through the northwest corner of Oregon, the Crown Zellerbach Trail (affectionately nicknamed the Crown Z Trail) serves as a rolling journey into history, introducing visitors to the home of the region’s First Peoples, the legacy of the area’s railroad and timber industries and intriguing geological events.

Oregon is rich in diverse natural beauty—and there’s no better way to experience the state than on a trail.

Signage is an important feature of any trail, helping inform trail users where they are and where they are going.

Made possible thanks to the National Trails System Act, the Historic Oregon Trail joins numerous other trails as a National Historic Trail, a category that was added 10 years after the original act was established in 1968.

Electric bicycle (e-bike) use is a rising phenomenon in North America as a growing number of manufacturers produce a variety of bicycles which can accommodate the needs of diverse populations.

In 2018, we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the National Trails System Act, which provided an incredible legacy for all Americans. Five of these iconic American experiences are listed below along with rail-trails that weave in and around them.

While every trail offers its own unique experience, there are some that are so extraordinary that they truly rise to the top.