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Level: Intermediate
Length: 22 mi (35.4 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: Loop
Elevation: +656/ -668 ft
Total: 28 riders
 

Mountain Biking Waldo Lake

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#12 of 306 mountain bike trails in Oregon
#432 in the world

One of the area's premier singletracks. Although this trail has no long uphill grinds or downhill bombs, It's still a real workout and a fun and challenging ride. The east side ambles through pine forests on a mostly smooth, rollercoaster singletrack. There are plenty of root and rock jumps if that's your thing, and there are some short but fast sections.

Everything changes on the west side. This section is chock full of steep, technical uphill pitches that are just as wild on the downhill side. Here the trail hugs the lakeshore more closely than the rest of the trail, and there are some great places to stop including one backcountry shelter, and a primitive campground as well as a number of beaches.

Be prepared for bugs in spring and summer, and changing weather at any time of the year. Most people do this ride in 4-5 hrs. but allow plenty of time for unexpected delays--there are no roads, etc. anywhere near the entire west shore/north shore section. It is very remote. Also, avoid any trails adjacent to these sections as they are all on wilderness land and wheeled vehicles are expressly prohibited.

First added by MarcS on Jan 26, 2012. Last updated May 9, 2020. → add an update
Before you go
  • Drinking water: unknown
  • Lift service: unknown
  • Night riding: yes
  • Pump track: unknown
  • Restrooms: unknown
  • Fat bike grooming: unknown
  • E-bikes allowed: unknown
  • Fee required: unknown
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Getting there
Travel about 25 miles east on Hwy. 58 out of Oakridge. Turn left on Rd. 5897 at the Waldo Lk. sign. Continue on this road about 7 miles to Shadow Bay C.G. or keep going a few more miles to North Waldo Lake C.G. Be sure to check ahead of time with the Forest Service regarding trailhead or parking fees.
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