Corvallis trails exploring the heart of the valley
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Situated in the heart of the Willamette Valley and nestled against the rolling hills of the Coast Range, Corvallis is an outdoor enthusiast's paradise, renowned for its abundance of parks and natural areas, easily accessed within a few minutes from downtown. This informative, well-organized guide introduces nearly sixty trails, all either in Corvallis or within an hour's drive, and many suited for casual hikers and families with children. In Corvallis Trails, you'll discover close-in recreational opportunities, including walks and short hikes in Corvallis city parks and McDonald Forest. Most of these are easily accessible by foot, bicycle, or public transportation. trails outside of Corvallis but still within easy reach, including Marys Peak, four National Wildlife Refuges, two waterfall walks, and nearby Coast Range outings. The detailed trail descriptions include directions, maps, the length and difficulty of each trail, and a wealth of information on the plants, wildlife, and natural attractions to be found. Also included are accounts of area history and local conservation efforts. Walkers, hikers, runners, mountain bikers, equestrians, and outdoor enthusiasts of all kinds will find this comprehensive guidebook an essential companion as they explore the miles of well-known - and not so well-known - trails in Corvallis and environs. |
| Author(s): | Margie C. Powell |
| Document: | Book · Paperback · CIRC [ 0 ] |
| Edition: | 1st Edition |
| Published: | 2006 |
| Physical Description: | 161 pages : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm |
| Genre: | travel guidebooks |
| Notes: | Includes index |
| Contents: | Trail overview map Trail summary chart Introduction Trails close in Bald Hill Park Bald Hill loop trail Mulkey Creek trail Mulkey Creek to Fitton Green Fitton Green Natural Area The Allen Throop loop at Fitton Green Cardwell Hill Road Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park (formerly Walnut Park) MLK Park loop trail Chip Ross Park/Timberhill open space Chip Ross Park loop McDonald Forest: introduction McDonald Forest: Oak Creek area Homestead trail Extendo and uproute trails Oak Creek to Dimple Hill Oak Creek to McCulloch peak McDonald Forest: Jackson Creek area Dan's trail Lower Dan's trail/Horse trail loop Upper Dan's trail/Horse trail loop McDonald Forest: Lewisburg saddle area Lewisburg saddle to Dimple Hill Lewisburg saddle/horse trail loop Vineyard Mountain loop Old Growth trail McDonald Forest: Soap Creek area Baker Creek trail Soap Creek to McCulloch peak McDonald Forest Peavy Arboretum Woodland trail Forest discovery trail Intensive Management trail Intensive Management/Calloway Creek trail loop Section 36 loop trail and Powder House trail Jackson-Frazier wetland The Bob Frenkel boardwalk Willamette park/Kendall Natural Area Willamette park/Kendall Natural Area loop trail Avery Park Wildflower trail/Avery Park loop Trails farther out Mary's peak Summit loop Meadow Edge loop East Ridge/Tie trail loop North Ridge trail North Ridge/Tie trail loop Coast range outings Sugarbowl Creek Strom Boulder ridge loop Salmon Creek loop Beazell Memorial Forest Bird loop trail South loop trail South meadow/Plunkett Creek loop Plunkett Creek loop Fort Hoskins Historic Park Fort Hoskins recreation trail Fort Hoskins interpretive trail Dunn Forest Soap Creek loop Berry Creek loop Baskett Slough National Wildlife Refuge Baskett Butte observation platform and loop trail Morgan Lake and Moffitti Marsh loop trail Ankeny National Wildlife Refuge Rail trail loop Takeena Landing Park Takeena Landing trail McDowell Creek Falls Park Mcdowell Creek Falls loop Snag Boat bend Snag Boat bend loop William L. Finley National Wildlife Refuge Woodpecker loop Mill Hill loop Cabell Marsh trail Beaver and Cattail Pond loop Pigeon butte trail Alsea Falls recreation area Alsea River trail Alsea bike loop Clemens Park Clemens Park loop Future trails |
| Subjects: | Corvallis (Or.) Description and travel, Cycling, Cycling Oregon Corvallis Guidebooks, Cyclisme Oregon Corvallis Guides, Guidebooks, Guides touristiques, Hiking, Hiking Oregon Corvallis Guidebooks, Loisirs de plein air Oregon Corvallis Guides, Maps, Oregon, Oregon Corvallis, Outdoor recreation, Outdoor recreation Oregon Corvallis Guidebooks, Outdoor |
| Related Places: | City of Corvallis |
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