E-bikes on Post Canyon
Columbia Gorge & Mt. Hood, Oregon · Hood River · Managed by Hood River County Forestry Department
🟠 Class 1 only
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Which classes: Class 1 on all county trails; Class 2 and 3 only on motorized trails
The rules
Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes may ride both non-motorized and motorized county forest trails. Class 2 and 3 are limited to trails designated for motorized use (Post Flats side). E-motos are restricted to OHV trails.
What the official source says:
Class 1 e-bikes are allowed on Hood River County non-motorized and motorized trails managed by the HRC Forestry Department.
Source: Hood River County Forestry Department
📞 Call ahead: 541-387-6888 (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.
- Cygolite Metro Plus 800 headlight800-lumen USB-rechargeable headlight for dusk rides and tunnels.
- Lumos Ultra E-Bike helmetNTA 8776-certified for e-bike speeds, with built-in front, rear and turn-signal lights.
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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
- Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail ✅ Yes, all classesOregon Parks and Recreation Department
- Sandy Ridge Trail System ❔ Call firstBureau of Land Management - Northwest Oregon District
- Mt. Hood National Forest trails 🟡 Motorized routes onlyUSDA Forest Service - Mt. Hood National Forest