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Shellburg Falls

About this event

The Shellburg Falls State Recreation Area in the Santiam State Forest re-opened May 2024 after it had been closed since the Beachie Creek Fire in September 2020. The trail system has been completely revamped so there are several loops we can hike. One of the trails is shared by mountain bikers. The easier access to the parking lot on Fern road is closed. We access the area by driving 6 miles along gravel roads. During the week you might encounter logging trucks.

Difficulty: Medium

Pace: Moderate

Hiking Distance: 7 miles RT

Elevation Gain: 900 feet

Driving Distance: 50 miles RT

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Date

Sunday, March 29, 2026

Trip Leader(s)

Elly Collier
503-428-4116 (c)

Registration Info

Registration is not available online - contact the event coordinator

The Trip Leader is the event coordinator. The Trip Leader has the final say over who may participate in the event.

Hiking Trip Ratings:
EASY: Maximum of 5 miles round trip, elevation gain less than 1000 feet
MEDIUM: 6-10 miles round trip, elevation gain 1000-2000 feet
HARD: Long, difficult, and strenuous

To reimburse drivers for vehicle operation costs, the suggested donation by passengers is $0.10 per mile per person to the driver.