S4 - Hike #18 Chehalem Ridge

Chehalem Ridge Nature Park

Starting Location: parking area

Point of Interest : trails for hiking, biking, horses with views

Length of hike:  Several trails, we did just over 1 mile

Level: Easy/Moderate - dirt/gravel trail, not too steep

Bathrooms: Yes, flush toilets

ParkingLarge paved lot,

EV Chargers:  Well, maybe? (Here's a picture of a Nissan Leaf, with their charging cord plugged into a nearby electric box)


This Nature site seems pretty new, and has lots of amenities, including bathrooms, paved seating areas, covered areas for picnics or gatherings, and information signs. Plenty of parking for large vehicles with bike racks. 
This site also has the best marked trails I have ever seen. Almost every trail junction is clearly marked with names and arrows. 

Also, there was a cougar sighting in the area, but over a month ago. We weren't lucky enough to see one.

There is a nice view of the valley, but again, the sky was pretty overcast, and visibility was low. There was lots of foliage color to enjoy.
There are several of these elder sculptures, which are designed to tell some of the native stories about the area. 
The paths are well maintained, with packed gravel. 
Lots of variety of trail views to see on this hike. This is an out of the way Natural Site, and there weren't a ton of people here, but it is a nice place with a lot to offer, especially if you like to bike or ride horses. 


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