Silver Falls State Forest, Easy 4x4 trail in Silverton, OR
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    Trail
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    Silver Falls State Forest

    Silverton, ORNorthwest

    Silver Falls State Forest is a easy 30+ miles off-road trail near Silverton, OR. It requires a stock high-clearance 4WD with all-terrain tires and is best run Year-round. Stock Jeep Wranglers, 4Runners, and Tacomas can complete it without modifications.

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    Silver Falls State Forest surrounds Oregon's crown jewel state park, providing forest road access to quiet corners of this waterfall-rich landscape. While the state park itself draws crowds to the famous Trail of Ten Falls, the surrounding forest roads offer peaceful exploration through regenerating forest with access to lesser-known waterfalls and swimming holes. The proximity to Salem and Portland makes it an ideal day trip or weekend destination for beginning overlanders.

    Fun Facts

    #1

    Silver Falls State Park contains 10 waterfalls, including South Falls at 177 feet.

    #2

    The Trail of Ten Falls is considered one of the best waterfall hikes in the United States.

    #3

    The forest around the park was heavily logged but has regenerated beautifully.

    Length
    30+ miles
    Elevation
    800 - 3,000 ft
    Best Season
    Year-round
    Permit
    Not Required
    Near waterfallsOld-growth grovesBeginner friendlyNear PortlandYear-round

    🛞 Tires

    recommended
    All-terrain tires

    🔧 Suspension

    optional
    Stock

    ⚙️ Drivetrain

    recommended
    4WD capability

    🪢 Recovery

    recommended
    Tow strap
    1
    Silver Falls State Park
    44.8765, -122.6543
    2
    Shellburg Falls Access
    44.8234, -122.5876

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    GPS Coordinates

    44.8765, -122.6543

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