What we’re about
Portland Trail Runners is the original trail running group in Portland, Oregon, bringing runners together for over 15 years. We meet every Saturday morning to explore the city’s best trails — like Forest Park, Tryon Creek, and more. Occasionally, we will have weekday runs sprinkled in the mix.
Our runs are typically 5–7 miles, with shorter options available, and all paces are welcome. Whether you're experienced or just getting started, you'll find friendly people, great routes, and a relaxed vibe. We hang out after for coffee and conversation — bring a mug and join us! (Families, kiddos, and doggos included).
Everyone is welcome, whether you’re here to cruise, push the pace, or just enjoy the dirt.
Upcoming events (3)
See all- Marquam Trail - Evening Run ed.Marquam Trail, Portland, OR
Join us for an out-and-back evening run along the Marquam Trail on Thursday! 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 around at SW Sherwood Drive for 4.4 miles.Where to meet up:
Marquam Trail at the SW Terwilliger Blvd trailhead. We start running at 6:35pm. **Bring your headlamps for this one!**
Roadside parking is available near the trailhead, as well as further along Terwilliger, about 1/4 mile north (near Hamilton) and south (Buhler Cutoff). Please practice good car hygiene and mind your valuables.
What to bring
- Running Headlamp
- A Ramblin' Rod winning smile
After the run
Group kudos and head home
See you there!
- FL3 --> North WW +Coffee!Northwest Meares Drive, Portland, OR
Join us on Saturday for an out and back run along the Wildwood trail, starting from Firelane 3! We'll head out from Firelane 3, turn left onto Wildwood and out to Saltzman before returning the way we came, just shy of 6 miles. Geez, you're really going places now!
The route
View the route on Ride with GPS.Want a shorter option? Go for 3.1 miles along the same route, turning back 0.3 miles after you pass Koenig trail along Wildwood (see route) <-- recommended as there is no marker at turn-around point.
Where to meet
From Skyline Rd, turn onto NW Meares Rd and park in the neighborhood. We'll meet at the intersection of Meares and Skyline and start running at 8:35am!What to bring
- Coffee cup/travel mug
- A snack to share (optional, always)
- Something light to wear after - winter (well, fall) is coming.
Afterwards
As always, I'll bring post-run coffee. 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!
