4,500 Volunteer Hours Donated
Project Zones: Willamette National Forest: The Old Cascades Crest Network
Project Map: https://caltopo.com/m/FN1Q
Scouting Report: Old Cascades Crest
Words from Oregon Timber Trail
“Trans-Cascadia has been an inspiration for the preservation and rehabilitation of backcountry trail experiences—something the Oregon Timber Trail Alliance holds as core to its mission as well. We learn from each other's successes and when possible collaborate to reopen historic trails through the cascades that date back 100 years or more. Today these trails are key to a sustainable economy in many of Oregon's rural communities. When we work together we not only identify which fallow trails would be good for an enduro course or bikepacking journey, but also which trails will become destination trails—enticing riders from all over the world to explore Oregon's backcountry. In 2017 we partnered to restore the now-popular Old Cascade Crest system, next year we're breaking ground on an Oakridge to Bend connection, and hopefully soon after that linking Oakridge to the North Umpqua or unearthing an abandoned section of the PCT in the Clackamas Headwaters. We've only seen the tip of the iceberg of what Oregon has to offer backcountry mountain bikers and the Oregon Timber Trail Alliance is proud to pull back that mossy blanket alongside Trans-Cascadia and share these trails with the world.”
- Gabe Tiller, Oregon Timber Trail Director
Film on The Old Cascades Crest Trail
Words from Alpine Running
“We are grateful for the vision and hard work of Trans-Cascadia in opening the Old Cascades Crest trails. They unearthed an incredible loop and network of trails not only for mountain biking, but trail runners and hikers. A once forgotten area has been renewed for an entire community to recreate in. Their efforts have created a solid collaboration of multiple groups to maintain these trails. We have partnered with Trans-Cascadia to continue the work they started so all can enjoy!” - Alpine Running
