The first pullout you come to on Salmon River Road after crossing into the national forest is Old Salmon River Trailhead, about two and a half miles south of Highway 26 in the Zigzag Ranger District. It’s the start of the Old Salmon River Trail, a 1.9-mile path that runs alongside the Salmon River.
The trail stays near the road, but the steady sound of the river and the old-growth forest keep it pleasant, and it’s an easy choice for families with kids. You can picnic here too. Vault toilets are maintained seasonally, and there’s no drinking water.
Things to do
- Picnicking
Getting there
From Sandy
- follow US Hwy 26 17.3 miles east.
- Then turn south on Salmon River Road (Forest Road 2618) following it 2.6 miles to the first trailhead access.
From the Forest Service
All fees
Day Use:
Peak Season (May 15 - Oct 01):
$5 per vehicle per day
$30 per annual
Oregon State Sno-Park Permit required November 01 - April 30:
$4 per vehicle per day
$9 per three day (consecutive)
$25 per annual
$5 per vehicle per day from May 1 to October 31.
Passes and permits
A valid federal Recreation Pass is required from May 1 through October 31.
