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Old Canemah Park

4.1 ★★★★☆ 88 Google reviews · Running trail in Oregon City, Oregon · Posted hours

Runner's snapshot

Surface
Paved
Distance
Not reported
Shape
Not reported
Shade
Not reported
Access
Posted hours

Confirmed from Old Canemah Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. 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.

PavedScenicHillyTrailhead parkingQuiet

Little spot with river views, plus a playground and picnic tables.

What runners say about Old Canemah Park

Pulled from public reviews of this trail (88 of them) — the things people bring up again and again, in their own words. Nothing here is written by us.

well-maintained 3 mentions

“Beautiful views, a little playground for the kids, well kept area with picnic benches and some shade.”

🏞️ beautiful scenery 8 mentions

“Beautiful views, a little playground for the kids, well kept area with picnic benches and some shade.”

🌾 quiet & peaceful 4 mentions

“Nice, secluded, very quiet park.”

We love this spot. It is secluded and peaceful. It has great picnic tables with river views. Sunny and shady spots. It has paved paths,you can ride scooters on. Hard to find but worth it. It has a ample parking lot.

★★★★★ — Iris , Mar 2020

Great trails for walking or biking. Never very crowded and there is a play structure for kids. Also a decent sized basketball court that is well maintained. It is required that u have ur dog on a leash, but it honestly don't matter. There is no security or cameras

★★★★☆ — Kyrie , Jan 2018

A very relaxing short hike recommend anyone who is wanting to get out for just a little bit and get a breath of fresh air in the Oregon City area

★★★★★ — Donald , Sep 2022

Beautiful views of the river and hills! Fun place to explore and walk around.

★★★★★ — Mackenzie , Jul 2023

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Trail conditions & character

What this trail is actually like underfoot and overhead, taken from its own listing and from reviews. Each one links to every other trail with the same character. Busy or quiet is reported as a plain fact, not a plus or a minus — a runner heading out alone at dawn often wants company on the path, and someone running intervals wants an empty one.

🏞️ Scenic views 20 mentions

“Beautiful views, a little playground for the kids, well kept area with picnic benches and some shade.”

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🅿️ Trailhead parking 4 mentions

“It has a ample parking lot.”

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🤫 Quiet / uncrowded 4 mentions

“Nice, secluded, very quiet park.”

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⛰️ Hills / elevation 3 mentions

“A nice walking trail with a decent incline brings you full circle.”

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🛣️ Paved surface 2 mentions

“It has paved paths,you can ride scooters on.”

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Plan your run at Old Canemah Park

The practical stuff

  • AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
  • SurfacePaved — asphalt or concrete. Fast and predictable, runnable year-round, and fine with a stroller
  • 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.
  • At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
  • Phone+1 503-496-1201

Hours

Monday 5 am–10 pm
Tuesday 5 am–10 pm
Wednesday 5 am–10 pm
Thursday 5 am–10 pm
Friday 5 am–10 pm
Saturday 5 am–10 pm
Sunday 5 am–10 pm

Posted hours for the park or trailhead. Gates and parking lots often close earlier than the trail itself, and seasonal hours change — worth a check before a pre-dawn or after-dark run.

Where to find Old Canemah Park

South End Rd, Oregon City, OR 97045

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Listing verified July 2026 from public records, the trail's own website and runner reviews. Trail conditions change — paths flood, gates close at dusk, and shaded woods stay muddy for days after rain. Something out of date? Report a correction. Manage this trail? Send us the details — it is free.