Second part of the McKenzie River Trail. This begins from the blue pond on a bike only trail which I'm told is pretty new. Definitely a highlight of this trail.

This trail is much more XC than I thought but I should have figured that out ahead of time from the minimal amount of descending over 20 miles. I brought my Revel Rail, which is still efficient but I felt over-biked 98% of the ride. As of July 2022, the trail currently has a 6 mile bypass you must do on the road, which was disappointing. Fun trail still. Definitely not a full face helmet ride, and the only continuous sun exposure is when you are on the road.

Check out Horse Creek Lodge for a shuttle - good people.

https://horse-creek.com/mckenzie-moun...
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