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Level: Intermediate
Length: 10 mi (16.1 km)
Surface: Singletrack
Configuration: Network
Elevation: +483/ -464 ft
Total: 104 riders
 

Mountain Biking Blackrock Freeride Trails

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#18 of 306 mountain bike trails in Oregon
#796 in the world

Blackrock is a mountain bike only trail system (with wooden/dirt stunts, but all with bypasses so this is XC, DH, as well as FR friendly!). There's dozens of ways to enjoy 'em depending on what you're up for, however most people use the main fire road to push up to some point (either to "Basic Training" a mere mile from trailhead for practise/sessioning) or all the way up to the top where "Sickter Gnar", "Granny's Kitchen", "Bonzai Downhill", or "Sunday Stroll" begin. Pick up a wateproof trailmap at local shop (Santiam Bicycle in Salem or Dallas, Fall Line Sports in Silverton, Trail Head Cycles in Hillsboro, or Full Cycles in Corvallis). Blackrock Freeride Association is the advocacy group responsible for cooperating with Oregon Department of Forestry and handle management of these trails.

First added by alvin.santoy on Jan 26, 2006. Last updated May 10, 2020. → add an update
Before you go
  • Drinking water: unknown
  • Lift service: unknown
  • Night riding: yes
  • Pump track: unknown
  • Restrooms: unknown
  • Fat bike grooming: unknown
  • E-bikes allowed: unknown
  • Fee required: unknown
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Getting there
Blackrock Trails are located west of Falls City, Oregon. Driving directions to the trailhead from I-5 / Salem (drive time: 50-60 minutes):
- From I-5, take exit 258 (North Salem / Fairgrounds / Amphitheater).
- Turn Southwest onto Portland RD.
- Continue on Portland RD to Marion Street (follow signs for Dallas / Ocean Beaches).
- Turn onto Marion Street heading West to reach OR-22 WEST (youll leave town over Marion Street bridge).
- Continue on OR-22 West to Dallas (approx. 9 miles from Salem).
- Turn left off OR-22, continue on Ellendale AVE (follow Kings Valley / Falls City signs). In Dallas, bear left onto MAIN ST (youll see sign for OR-223 SOUTH).
- Turn right onto FAIRVIEW AVE which becomes OR-223 South follow out of town.
- Continue on OR-223 South to Falls City RD (approx. 9 miles from Dallas).
- Turn right onto Falls City RD, continue to Falls City.

In Falls City: - Continue west on main road through town.
- Bear right before bridge onto Mitchell (do not cross bridge).
- Continue up short hill, Turn left onto dirt road and mark your odometer.
- Follow river about 3 miles.
- Turn right just past Camp Tapawingo sign.
- Continue ~250 yards, crossing over bridge / park at small area to right (do not drive past the gate! even if it is open).

Youll see wooden Blackrock Trail sign. See trail map for details about where to ride! Have fun!


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Blackrock 2007 by Jamie Minshall
 
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Mountain Bike Trails Near Falls City, Oregon

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Q: I was wondering how the climb to the top compares to the climb at Alsea Falls.
A: It's packed gravel, not paved. I think it's comparable in length, if not shorter, but with the varied and sometimes steepish pitches, it can feel a little more intense. Keep in mind that there are many more options here for lapping smaller sections, many people ride the full trail, then try another trail, and then do smaller laps on their favorite section. The scenery is much better than Alsea.