About us
Portland Trail Runners has been bringing runners together for 15+ years; the original trail running group in PDX. We meet every Saturday morning to explore the city’s best trails — like Forest Park, Tryon Creek, Marquam and more! Weekday runs are also sprinkled in the mix.
Our runs are typically 5–7 miles, with shorter options available (3-4 miles). All paces and experience levels are welcome!
We hang out after at the trailhead for coffee and conversation — bring a mug and join us!
Everyone is welcome, whether you’re here to cruise, push the pace, or just enjoy the dirt.
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Upcoming events
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Oaks Bottom Refuge - Eve Run
Sellwood Park, Southeast Miller Street, Portland, OR, USJoin us for an evening run at Oaks Bottom Refuge! We’ll meet at SE 6th and Tacoma and head out along the Springwater Corridor before turning onto South Meadow Trail and climbing up to the Bluff Trail. From there, we’ll take a left onto North Woodland Trail, loop back down to the Springwater, and enjoy an out-and-back for a total of about 6 miles.
Expect a mix of flat, smooth paths and some rolling trail/climb sections, plus views of the wetlands and the Willamette. (Both trail and paved)
Note: both paved and dirt trails on this run!
The route
All TrailsWant a shorter option? Follow the route above, and turn back around at where Bluff Trail meets North Woodland for 3.6 miles.
Where to meet
We’ll meet at SE Sixth and Tacoma.
⏱️ We start running at 6:37pm!What to bring
- Running shoes for paved
After the run
Group kudos and home!5 attendees
Wildwood from upper Springville! +Coffee
Forest Park/Springville Rd. parking area, 10680 NW Springville Rd., Portland, OR, USJoin us Saturday morning for a run along Wildwood. We'll start at the upper Springville Rd. trailhead and drop down to Leif Erikson via Trillium and Wiregate. From Leif, head up a short section of Firelane 5 to get our start on Wildwood, northbound. We'll have a 5 mile stretch on Wildwood before jumping off at Hardesty, taking us back to the start. The route is 7.2 (relatively easy) miles, with short-ish climbs at FL5 and Hardesty.
The route
View the route on AllTrails.Want shorter options ? Go Left onto Wildwood coming down Trillium, follow WW northbound before taking a left onto Hardesty for the final climb back to start, total 4.3 miles; or take a left onto Ridge, and right to FL7 for 3.5 miles
Where to meet
Springville Rd. Trailhead parking lot off NW Skyline Blvd. Parking is limited and carpooling is recommended. Use the comment section for rideshare
>> We start running at 8:35am!What to bring
- Coffee cup/travel mug
After the run
As always, I'll bring post-run coffee. If you have a snack you want to share, great! Or if you'd like, you can Venmo a couple bucks to the coffee fund (@JeffMonaghanPDX), but there's absolutely no expectation for you to bring anything other than yourself, nor is there any expectation for contributions - just come run with us!See you there!
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PTR Work Party - Birch Trail TLC!
Birch Trail Trailhead, 1767 NW 53rd Dr., Portland, OR, USJoin us for a Trail Brushing Volunteer Opportunity to help restore forest habitat with the Forest Park Conservancy. We will be cutting back excess spring growth from the sides of the trail to ensure they are passable and safe, reducing erosion risks.
We will be on the Birch Trail in Forest Park for this work party:
- When: Saturday, June 13th, 9am to 12pm.
- Where: Birch Trailhead off NW 53rd.
- Tools, gloves, training and COFFEE will be provided!
- Bring: Long pants, long socks, sturdy close-toe shoes/boots. Water bottle, appropriate layers, hats, etc.
- Rain or Shine! More info HERE
Note: Your email will be required for registration, check your meetup messages to provide Julie/Jeff your email info and we will get you signed up! This is a great opportunity to give back to the trails we use throughout the year.
THAnK YoU and see you there!
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Gales Creek Trail
Gales Creek Campground, Gales Creek, OR, USPTR Field Trip! Join us for a 12.5 mile run, out and back along the Gales Creek Trail. Min elevation 906 ft, max elevation 2373 ft.**
While all paces are welcome; this is a challenging route. The first few miles include some steeper sections.
You can turn back at anytime; we will have a group going for 6.5 miles**, max elevation 1500 ft.**
Logistics: Meet at the Gales Creek Trailhead (~45 minutes west of Portland). Parking is just before crossing the bridge to the Gales Creek Campground. Indicate in the chat if you would like to carpool.
Plan to start running at 9:35-9:40am.
Route: AllTrails
What to bring:
1. Water and trail snacks
2. Layers or dry clothes for after
3. Snacks to share at the end — cookie exchange? Community PB + J sammies? Synergy Kombuchas (only approved flavors)?**consult with Jeff
We look forward to seeing you there!
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