E-bikes on Oakridge trails
Willamette Valley, Oregon · Lane · Managed by USDA Forest Service - Willamette National Forest
🟡 Only on routes open to motor vehicles
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Which classes: Class 1, 2 and 3 only on roads and trails open to motor vehicles
The rules
E-bikes are allowed only on motorized trails and roads; they are banned on non-motorized trails, which includes most of the Oakridge mountain-bike trails. Check the Motor Vehicle Use Map.
What the official source says:
Class 1, 2 and 3 e-bikes are allowed on motorized trails and roads on national forests and grasslands. They are not allowed on non-motorized trails, including most mountain biking trails.
Source: USDA Forest Service - Willamette National Forest
📞 Call ahead: 541-225-6300 (rules and closures change)
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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.
- Dynaplug Racer Pro tire plug kitFixes tubeless punctures on the trail with preloaded plugs.
- Topeak Mini Morph pumpFrame-mounted mini pump that fits both Presta and Schrader valves.
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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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Nearby trails
- Silver Falls State Park (bike trails) ✅ Yes, all classesOregon Parks and Recreation Department
- Elijah Bristow State Park 🔴 NoOregon Parks and Recreation Department
- Willamette Mission State Park ✅ Yes, all classesOregon Parks and Recreation Department
- McDonald-Dunn Forest (OSU Research Forests) 🔴 NoOregon State University College of Forestry - Research Forests