Alsea to Salmonberry Park

About Alsea to Salmonberry Park

A lollipop shaped route from the town to Alsea to Salmonberry Park. It features a scenic park along the Alsea River, a great view of Grass Mountain, and a historic covered bridge. This route is 17 miles, with 1300' of climbing, and is 69% unpaved.

Essential information

Starting location: Alsea (see location). Parking is available along Main Street.

Distance & drive time (from downtown Corvallis): 24 miles; 34 minutes

RWGPS route map: 17 miles; +1300'; 69% unpaved.

Permit needed: Starker Forests recreation permit (for Salmonberry Tree Farm) (free)

Places on the route

Alsea (see location)

Camp Chuchonnyhoof (closed)

Hayden Covered Bridge (see location)

Salmonberry Park is on the banks of the Alsea River 7 miles west of the town of Alsea on Hwy 34 (location map) and is operated by Benton County. Camping is available from 5/1 to 10/31 and sites are reservable.

Starker Forests - Salmonberry Tree Farm (a free permit is required)