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Multnomah County

Northwest Leif Erikson Drive – Northwest Leif Erikson Drive loop from University of Portland

Multnomah County

Northwest Leif Erikson Drive – Northwest Leif Erikson Drive loop from University of Portland

Hard

2.8

(6)

20

riders

Northwest Leif Erikson Drive – Northwest Leif Erikson Drive loop from University of Portland

02:09

32.3km

610m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 20, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 28.2 km for 232 m

Waypoints

A

Start point

Bus stop

1

13.5 km

Northwest Leif Erikson Drive

Highlight • Trail

Leif Erikson Drive is a gravel road that traverses Forest Park which is one of the largest urban parks in the US.

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2

18.8 km

Northwest Leif Erikson Drive

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

This 11.2 mile gravel/dirt road is perfect if you're looking for some off-road riding.

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3

28.0 km

View of Saint Johns Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Here, you get a nice view of the famous green suspension bridge.

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4

28.6 km

View of Forest Park from St. Johns Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

5

28.8 km

St. Johns Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

The Saint Johns Bridge is the big green bridge spanning the Willamette River. The views from the middle are pretty sweet, and there is a bike lane the entirety of the bridge.

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6

31.2 km

Willamette Railroad Bridge (Burlington Northern Railroad Bridge)

Highlight • Bridge

The Burlington Northern Railroad Bridge 5.1, also known as the St. Johns Railroad Bridge or the Willamette Railroad Bridge, is a vertical bridge that was built in 1908.

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B

32.3 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.1 km

9.39 km

7.95 km

1.30 km

934 m

635 m

Surfaces

17.5 km

8.54 km

6.08 km

210 m

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Highest point (230 m)

Lowest point (20 m)

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