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Banks-Vernonia State Trail – Banks-Vernonia State Trail loop from Davies Junction

Banks-Vernonia State Trail – Banks-Vernonia State Trail loop from Davies Junction

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Banks-Vernonia State Trail – Banks-Vernonia State Trail loop from Davies Junction

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22.0km

110m

Road cycling

Moderate road ride. Great for any fitness level. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride.

Last updated: May 22, 2026

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Wingham Farms along the Banks-Vernonia Trail

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Banks-Vernonia State Trail

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The Banks-Vernonia State Trail is Oregon's first "rails-to-trails" park, repurposing a 21-mile abandoned railroad between Banks and Vernonia. The trail features an 8-foot wide paved path for hiking and biking, alongside a 4-foot gravel equestrian trail. It is at a generally gentle grade and passes through fields, forests, and farmlands with scenic mountain views, in Washington and Columbia counties. Key highlights include 13 bridges and the impressive Buxton Trestle, a 733-foot long, 80-foot high bridge, which is open to hikers and bikers.

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Banks-Vernonia State Trail

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The Banks-Vernonia State Trail stretches over 21 miles and is a paved multi-use trail that connects the towns of Banks and Vernonia. It is an ideal spot for hikers, bikers, equestrians, and anyone who wants to enjoy the scenic beauty of the mountains, fields, and forests of Washington and Columbia counties. The path has five trailheads, including parking and restrooms for easy access, making it an excellent option to enjoy a long or short run in a picturesque natural setting.

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Banks-Vernonia Trail (Banks Terminus)

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The Banks-Vernonia State Trail is Oregon's first "rails-to-trails" park, repurposing a 21-mile abandoned railroad between Banks and Vernonia. This is where the trails begins/ends in Banks. There is a parking area, a water fountain, and a restroom here. The trail features an 8-foot wide paved path for hiking and biking, alongside a 4-foot gravel equestrian trail. It is at a generally gentle grade and passes through fields, forests, and farmlands with scenic mountain views, in Washington and Columbia counties.

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19.6 km

Banks-Vernonia State Trail – Banks Trailhead

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21.5 km

272 m

188 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

19.5 km

1.38 km

828 m

267 m

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Banks-Vernonia State Trail – Banks-Vernonia State Trail loop from Davies Junction

Wingham Farms along the Banks-Vernonia Trail

Banks-Vernonia State Trail

Banks-Vernonia State Trail

Banks-Vernonia Trail (Banks Terminus)

Banks-Vernonia State Trail – Banks Trailhead

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