Belknap Bridge – Castle Rock loop from McKenzie River

02:35

21.9km

810m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Good fitness required. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a very steep uphill segment

You may need to push your bike.

After 11.6 km for 51 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

Get Directions

363 m

Belknap Bridge

Highlight • Bridge

Lane County led Oregon in building covered bridges. With 17, it's the west-of-Mississippi champion, 14 still in use. Belknap Bridge's journey began in 1890, replaced twice due to wear and floods. Today's bridge, since 1966, stands strong, its historic charm earning it a spot on the National Register of Historic Places in 1979.

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13.1 km

Castle Rock

Highlight • Summit

Castle Rock's summit, now with a solar weather station, unveils stunning panoramas. Eastward, the Three Sisters grace the horizon. Venture further to a tranquil flat rock haven, offering mesmerizing views of the McKenzie valley and Cougar Reservoir. A year-round accessible gem adorned with madrone trees and splendid landscapes. A rewarding trek for training and family outings.

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21.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.0 km

8.64 km

2.26 km

Surfaces

19.6 km

1.91 km