Portland Urban Gravel Riding Adventure

Prepare yourself for an Urban Adventure unknown to then world. Gravel riding has taken the cycling world by storm.
Ride from our shop in Old Town through the bustling Pearl District & Nob Hill as your guide highlights historical and cultural hotspots. Leave the city behind as you pedal into America’s largest urban forest – Forest Park. Carved into the slopes of the West Hills, cruise the stunning car-free gravel path which traverses the entire park and offers a scenic half-day trip all within city limits. The 11 mile bike and pedestrian path through the 5000 acre park is enshrouded with towering trees. Catch glimpses of the city below as you zip through the temperate forest. Return the way you came or head over the St Johns Bridge into North Portland for amazing views of the West Hills and the Willamette River from Overlook.

28 miles - This tour appeals to fit beginner and experienced gravel riders on our Carbon Gravel Bikes as well as new adventurers on our Gravel E-bikes.

Meeting Point

Cycle Portland - Bike Tours, Rentals, Repairs

180 NW 3rd Ave, Portland, OR 97209, USA

Please meet us at our Brick and Mortar on the Corner of NW 3rd and Davis. If parking is needed, on street parking is available by meter. You may also pay to park for the day at the Smart Park Garage on 33 NW Davis St - 2 blocks from our store.

What's included:

• Interpretive Guide

What to expect:

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes

Old Town

Southwest Fourth Avenue and Burnside Street, , Portland, 97209, Oregon

We'll meet at our in Old Town. The city’s oldest neighborhood is filled with surprises. From authentic Chinese restaurants, tea houses, and a city-block-sized traditional garden, Portland’s original downtown is a bustling entertainment district and streetwear shopping hub.

20 minutes

Pearl District

Portland, Oregon

In the Pearl, loading docks and cobblestone streets hint at this former warehouse district’s past, while stylish bars and gleaming lofts point toward the future.

10 minutes

Northwest (Nob Hill)

Northwest 23rd Avenue and Northwest 21st Avenue, NW Everett St to NW Thurman St, Portland, 97210, Oregon

Northwest Portland’s historic Victorian homes reimagined as boutiques, galleries, theaters and restaurants exude Old Portland charm in this walkable neighborhood.

10 minutes

Lower Macleay Trail

Lower Macleay Trail, Portland, OR 97210, USA

Rely on the battery of your E-bike or ready your legs on a Carbon Gravel Bike as we climb up to Forest Park. We'll meander through victorian homes perched on the hillside as we make our way up to Forest Park.

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Forest Park

833 SW 11th Ave, Suite 800, Portland, 97205, Oregon

United States largest Urban Forest. Encompassing 5000+ acres (2000 hectares) of towering Douglas Fir, Western Red Cedar, Oregon Vine Maple, and Sword Fern line the pedestrian trails and paths.

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Leif Erickson Trail

Portland, Oregon

Ride along the stunning Leif Erikson trail that spans 11 miles through Forest Park. A bed of adventurous fast, flowy gravel awaits on the former fire lane. Epic views of Portland and the Willamette River can be seen through glimpses in the trees.

1 hour, 30 minutes

St. Johns Bridge

8600 NW Bridge Ave, , Portland, 97203, Oregon

With its 1,207-foot span suspended between soaring, seemingly delicate, Gothic arch towers of steel the bridge is quite impressive. It was the longest suspension-type bridge west of the Mississippi River when it was completed in 1931. Long heralded as the nautical entrance to Portland. This bridge takes us into North Portland and the former city of St Johns.

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Cathedral Park

North Edison Street, Pittsburgh Avenue, Portland, 97203, Oregon

One of 14 known Lewis and Clark camp locations in the city limits. Cathedral Park is now the heart of North Portland. Nestled underneath the St Johns bridge offers a large rose garden, swimming docks, and picnic opportunities galore.

10 minutes

University of Portland

5000 N Willamette Blvd, Portland, OR 97203, USA

A historic open campus private catholic university on the bluffs of the Willamette River.

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Mocks Crest Property

2206 N Skidmore Ct, Portland, 97217-3442, Oregon

This simple park on a hill offers tree-shaded areas, grassy open spaces & Willamette River views. A local gem - often filled with Portlanders enjoying a picnic while taking in vistas of the river below.

10 minutes

North Mississippi Avenue

North Mississippi Avenue, Portland, Oregon

Explore historic Mississippi Avenue in North Portland, full of interesting finds like popular restaurants, quirky shopping options and music venues.

10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included