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Eastbank Esplanade – Leif Erikson Drive loop from Tigard Transit Center

Eastbank Esplanade – Leif Erikson Drive loop from Tigard Transit Center

Hard

4.5

(7633)

12,473

riders

Eastbank Esplanade – Leif Erikson Drive loop from Tigard Transit Center

04:30

70.2km

1,290m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. 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 12.1 km for 132 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

Get Directions

10.6 km

Elk Point Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

This viewpoint may be best known for the nearby totem pole, which was carved in 1959 from red cedar harvested near the base of Mt. Adams. However, this really is a great viewpoint of the surrounding area, too.

Tip by

12.1 km

Southwest Terwilliger Boulevard Parkway

Nature Reserve

16.5 km

Hawthorne Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Built in 1910, the Hawthorne Bridge spans 3,552 feet across the Willamette River with four lanes and is a key part of the city's bike culture. The bridge gives passage to over 30,000 vehicles daily, including 800 TriMet buses, along with more than 8,000 cyclists. During rush hour, bikes can outnumber cars. The wide sidewalks offer great views of the river and skyline. As the oldest vertical-lift bridge in the U.S. and Portland's oldest highway bridge, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2012.

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17.7 km

Salmon Street Springs

Highlight • Structure

Salmon Street Springs is a popular spot for cyclists to gather. Thursday Night Ride starts there every Thursday at 7:30pm.

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19.5 km

Eastbank Esplanade

Highlight • Cycleway

The Eastbank Esplanade is the longest floating pedestrian and bike path in the United States, stretching 1,200 feet along the Willamette River. It offers great views of the river and the city of Portland.

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20.6 km

Willamette Greenway Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Trail

You can follow the Greenway for about two miles along the bank of the Willamette through downtown Portland. The trail takes you right along the water and is shared with hikers and dog walkers. The trail passes through a couple nice riverside parks and connects to plenty of other great cycling paths and roads.

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28.2 km

Leif Erikson Drive

Highlight • Trail

This trail is a classic in Forest Park. It is popular with runners as well as walkers and cyclists. The trail is well maintained and runs through the forest from start to end, which makes it a great option for hot days.

Tip by

38.3 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.

Tip by

43.9 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.

Tip by

56.9 km

Portland Heights Facility

Forest

70.2 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.5 km

17.5 km

6.75 km

987 m

307 m

166 m

Surfaces

38.1 km

23.4 km

8.46 km

183 m

148 m

Elevation

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Highest point (280 m)

Lowest point (0 m)

Weather

Today

Sunday 23 August

26°C

16°C

26 %

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