Inside Knebal Springs Campground in the Barlow Ranger District, this trailhead is the start of the Knebal Springs Trail. To find it, take Highway 35 off Highway 26, then follow Forest Roads 44, 17 and 1720 to the campground. The trail heads out from the east side of camp.
Mountain bikers and horse groups are the most common users here, so expect to share the path. Trail #474 meets the Bottle Prairie Trail (#455), and the two combine into a loop of about 9 miles. Parking holds around 15 vehicles. There is no drinking water for people, and the spring in the campground is meant for horses.
Getting there
From Portland, OR
- drive Hwy. 26 east to Jct. Hwy. 35.
- Take Hwy. 35 approx. 10 miles to Forest Service Rd. 44.
- Turn right onto Rd. 44. then left on Rd. 17, then onto Rd. 1720 to Knebal Springs Campground.
- The Knebal Springs Trail begins at the trailhead located within the campground.
Parking
Capacity for 15 vehicles.
From the Forest Service
Good to know
Knebal Springs Campground and Day-Use Area is operated by Lost Lake Resort, a concessionaire.
Rules and restrictions
Motorized vehicles are prohibited.
All fees
$10 per vehicle per day
Passes and permits
The annual Northwest Forest Pass may be used as a form of fee payment.
Horses and pack animals
Horse/Pack animals are allowed at this site.
Horse corrals are available.
Ranger office
Barlow Ranger District
Address: 780 NE Court St Dufur, OR 97021
Phone: 541-467-5100
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Closed 12 to 1 for lunch. (Closed on federal holidays)
