Willamette Valley and Eugene · Near McKenzie Bridge
McKenzie River National Recreation Trail
The 26.5-mile McKenzie River National Recreation Trail is a long corridor, not a single day-hike itinerary. Choose a documented section and arrange transportation before leaving.
- DifficultyModerate
- Round trip26.5 mi
- RoutePoint to point or section hike
- Nearest townMcKenzie Bridge
What to expect
Plan the McKenzie River National Recreation Trail
Popular sections reach river viewpoints and volcanic features, but distances and difficulty differ sharply. This record remains under editorial review while current section-by-section access and restrictions are reconciled.
Know before you go
Practical trail information
- Distance
- 26.5 mi round trip
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Point to point or section hike
- Parking
- Use an official McKenzie River Trail trailhead and build the route around current bridge, fire, and construction notices.
- Dogs
- Verify the current land-manager rule before visiting.
- Restrooms
- Not documented; plan conservatively.
- Season
- Snow, wildfire, bridge work, and project closures can affect individual sections.
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Current visitor-bureau trail profile and Forest Service trailhead information reviewed August 30, 2026.