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Ancient forest trail
4.7 ★★★★★ 16 Google reviews · Running trail in Gresham, Oregon · Hours vary
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Not reported
We have not been able to confirm the surface, distance or shape of Ancient forest trail yet from its own listing, the park's website or runner reviews — so those cells stay blank rather than guess. What is below comes straight from the listing and from reviewers' own words. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Ancient forest trail
Oxbow Regional Park never disappoints for a decent hike surrounded by so much beauty!
Trail conditions & character
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The practical stuff
- AccessHours vary — hours are not posted for this trail, so check before an early or late run
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
Running trails near Gresham
Other trails within easy driving distance — useful when this one is flooded, gated, or just not the run you had in mind today.
Oxbow Regional Park
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East Gresham Park
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College Nature Park
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Kane Road Park
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Park featuring a playground and trails that winds through the woods.