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Elk Point Viewpoint loop from Hall/Nimbus

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Elk Point Viewpoint loop from Hall/Nimbus

Hard

4.6

(7005)

18,350

riders

Elk Point Viewpoint loop from Hall/Nimbus

02:27

34.6km

650m

Cycling

Hard bike 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: July 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 12.1 km for 132 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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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

18.0 km

Council Crest Park (northern entry)

Highlight • Viewpoint

From S Fairmont drive, take a hard right at SW Talbot Terrace. Climb this and you’ll reach the tallest peak in the West Hills of Portland, with breathtaking views overlooking the Willamette River.

Tip by

18.7 km

View of Mount Hood from Council Crest Park

Highlight • Viewpoint

Council Crest Park spans 43 acres and is 1,073 feet above sea level, one of Portland's highest points. Visitors can enjoy city views and see five Cascade peaks: Mount Hood, Mount St. Helens, Mount Adams, Mount Jefferson, and Mount Rainier.

Tip by

34.6 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

30.4 km

2.33 km

1.45 km

366 m

117 m

Surfaces

30.8 km

3.22 km

588 m

Elevation

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Highest point (320 m)

Lowest point (60 m)

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Friday 10 July

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Elk Point Viewpoint

Council Crest Park (northern entry)

View of Mount Hood from Council Crest Park

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