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The Molalla Train Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 31 Google reviews · Running trail in Molalla, Oregon · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from The Molalla Train 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.
What runners say about The Molalla Train Park
“This is an awesome place to visit for kids and train enthusiasts of all ages.”
Been coming here since I was a kid many years ago. Back then all the trains were steam powered, only a few left now as most are electric these days. Amazing place, great memories. Park runs on donations so drop some $$ so they can keep running.
This is such a fun place! Perfect for all ages. There are plenty of picnic tables and areas for having picnics or hanging out. They had quite a few trains running, so it didn’t take long at all waiting in line to ride the trains!!
This is an awesome place to visit for kids and train enthusiasts of all ages. They have limited hours so check the website. it is entirely free, volunteer run and donation driven. This is a train club with large scale trains you can ride on.
Trail conditions & character
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The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- 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.
- Websiteshadydell.org
- Phone+1 503-829-6866
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | Closed |
| Friday | Closed |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | 11 am–4 pm |
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