Are dogs allowed on Row River Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Row River Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Row River Trail?

No, Row River Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Row River Trail?

Row River Trail is rated expert. It is 16.4 miles long with 1,421 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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ExpertPoint to Point

Oregon

Row River Trail

Cottage Grove, Oregon

16.4 mi

Distance

1,421 ft

Elev. Gain

5h 46m

Est. Time

Point to Point

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The Row River National Recreation Trail is a great rail trail. It is 15 miles of smooth pavement that goes from town to the suburb, through the forest, and out to the small town of Dorena. There are a number of good trail heads.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

We have no current condition data for this trail. Check with the operator before you go, and submit a report below if you've been recently.

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Elevation Profile

Min:195 ft

Max:302 ft

433 ft

329 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Point to Point
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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