E-bikes on Banks-Vernonia State Trail
Portland Metro, Oregon · Washington, Columbia · Managed by Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
✅ All e-bike classes allowed
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Which classes: Class 1, 2 and 3 (wherever bikes are allowed)
The rules
E-bikes of all three classes may ride the paved trail under the 2025 state parks rule. Ride at a safe speed, yield to walkers and horses, and stay on the trail. A day-use parking permit is required at the trailheads.
What the official source says:
Electric-assist bicycles (e-bikes) are now allowed on trails where other bicycles are allowed unless specifically prohibited at Oregon State Parks.
Source: Oregon Parks and Recreation Department
📞 Call ahead: 503-324-0606 (rules and closures change)
21 miles · paved
Gear for this ride
- Thule EasyFold XT 2 hitch rackFolding 2-bike hitch rack rated for 65 lb per bike — enough for most e-bikes. Check your bike's weight first.
- Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini U-lockKryptonite's top-rated U-lock, Sold Secure Gold, for trailheads and town stops.
- Topeak Mini Morph pumpFrame-mounted mini pump that fits both Presta and Schrader valves.
- Cygolite Metro Plus 800 headlight800-lumen USB-rechargeable headlight for dusk rides and tunnels.
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Oregon's e-bike classes
Oregon has three e-bike classes: Class 1 (pedal-assist to 20 mph), Class 2 (throttle, cuts out at 20 mph) and Class 3 (pedal-assist to 28 mph, with a speedometer). Oregon e-bike laws →
Not sure which class you have? E-bike classes explained →
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