The first two miles of this popular route are a trail for all seasons, and is usually open all year. This section of the trail rambles along the Salmon through classic old growth rainforest - some of the most accessible in the Portland region. Beyond the riverside segment, the trail climbs to a sweeping viewpoint of the vast Salmon River canyon, with unseen waterfalls roaring in the depths below. 

Activity Notes

Sneak more nature into your work week! This trail is very crowded on the weekend, but we’ll have it largely to ourselves on a Wednesday evening.  Sunset is 8:04. Headlamp required. We’ll be back to the cars just after dark.

Meet at the Salmon River west trailhead at 5pm. Driving directions: Travel 17.3 miles east of Sandy on US Hwy 26. Turn right (south) on Salmon River road, follow it past the Green Canyon Campground. The trailhead is 5 miles in on the left (east) side of the road just north of the bridge.

No parking pass required at this time of year.

Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 82 miles
Distance - Round Trip 7 miles
Expected Duration Car to car in one day
Awards Qualified Mt. Hood Award, Wild Ones
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