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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Firelane 1 to Wild Cherry Loop +Coffee!
Northwest Forest Lane, NW Forest Ln, Portland, OR, USJoin us for a joyous group run in Forest Park — this route is mostly along the Wildwood Trail and includes Keil-Dogwood-Wild Cherry on the way out, and Dogwood-Leif-Alder on the way back for a total of 5.8 miles.
The route
View the route on AllTrails.
Want a shorter option? Turn back around at Keil/Dogwood for a total of 3.6 miles.Where to meet
Meet by the Firelane 1 gate, located at the end of NW Forest Lane. We start running at **8:30**
**Parking isn't great, so please carpool or use the comment section here if you need a ride**
What to bring
- coffee cup/mug
After the run
Group kudos and coffee! ☕️
See you there! ✌️5 attendees
Eagle Creek to Twister Falls
Eagle Creek Trailhead, NE Eagle Creek Loop, Cascade Locks, OR, USPTR Field Trip!
Eagle Creek Trail is indeed open as of May 1st!Join us for a waterfall-studded, 12.2 mile roundtrip run along Eagle Creek to Twister Falls. Elevation range: 150-1200 ft. Expect some narrow, slick, rocky sections with cable handrails. All paces welcomed. Plan to start running at 8:30am.
Shorter options are open to you as this is an out and back - turn-around at Tenas Camp is 7.2miles (some waterfalls views, not inclusive of Twister Falls - fyi).
Driving/Logistics: approx 45 min drive from Portland. The trail is popular and parking can fill up quickly. A NW recreation pass or $5 day pass is required. Plan to meet at the trailhead at the end of the drive.
🚗 If you're interested in carpooling, please indicate in discussion board below
🐾 Note: Parts of this trail are along narrow cliffs; dogs not recommended.
We will run starting at 8:30 am!
Trail Route: AllTrails
What to bring:
- Layers (hot and cold weather + waterfall spray)
- Trail snacks and plenty of water
- Snacks to share at the end -- we will have PB+J supplies to share post-run :)
Looking forward to seeing you there!
6 attendees
Wildwood from Birch 🍭
NW 53rd Dr & Birch Trail, Northwest 53rd Drive, Portland, OR, USWednesday eve lollipop trail run along the Wildwood Trail - good midweek reset! We will start at the Birch Trailhead (off NW 53rd) and head north on Wildwood to Alder, drop down to Leif, return up Dogwood, and finish on Wildwood back to Birch — for a total of just over 5 miles. Short n' sweet... just like you.
The route
View the route on AllTrails.
Want a shorter option? Do an out-and-back on Wildwood to Keil Trail for about 4 miles total (just as sweet, thank you for being you).Where to meet
Meet at the Birch Trailhead off NW 53rd. As with any trailhead, practice good car hygiene and mind your valuables.What to bring
- TPS Reports.... that would be great....
Afterwards
Group kudos and home! wild night.2 attendees
Marquam Trail! +Coffee
Marquam Trail, Portland, OR, USJoin us for an out-and-back run along the Marquam Trail on Saturday! We'll start from the SW Terwilliger Blvd trailhead and head up to Council Crest where we'll stop and enjoy the top for a moment before heading back down. This route is about 6.3 miles total.
The route
View the route on AllTrails.
Want a shorter option? Turn back around where Marquam Trail intersects with Shadyside Trail for a total of 4 miles.Where to meet
Marquam Trail at the SW Terwilliger Blvd trailhead. We start running at 8:35! Parking may be limited, carpool if you can (post here for ride share)Roadside parking is available near the trailhead, as well as further along Terwilliger, about 1/4 mile north (near Hamilton) and south (Buhler Cutoff).
What to bring
- Coffee cup/travel mug
After the run
As always, Jeff will 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!3 attendees
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