Best Hikes Near Portland

This guide describes forty-one of the best hikes within an hour’s drive of the Portland metropolitan area: • Coastal and Coast Range

• Willamette Valley

• Washington’s Southern Cascades–Mount St. Helens• Columbia River Gorge

• Mount Hood–Salmon Huckleberry Wilderness From easy nature walks to strenuous day hikes, this guide offers something for every hiker—and all within easy reach of Greater Portland.

Each featured hike includes a route description; at-a-glance data including distance and difficulty level; thorough directions to the trailhead; directional cues; and a detailed, accurate trail map.

Inside you’ll find full-color photos and maps; information on approximate hiking time, canine compatibility, fees and permits required; and sidebars on local lore, points of interest, and area wildlife.