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    Helvetia & Jackson Quarry Loop

    • Length:
      8 miles
    • Difficulty:
      Moderate
    • Attributes:
      Rural, Small Hills
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    Start northeast on NW Helvetia Rd 1.3 miles (2115 meters)
    Turn left on NW Helvetia Rd 1.6 miles (2510 meters)
    Head west on NW Helvetia Rd 0.6 miles (903 meters)
    Continue north on NW Jackson Quarry Rd 2 miles (3142 meters)
    Continue southwest on NW Mason Hill Rd 0.8 miles (1258 meters)
    Head south on NW Jackson School Rd 1.3 miles (2084 meters)
    Head east on NW West Union Rd 2.8 miles (4571 meters)
    • Region:
      Greater Portland
    • Nearby Cities:
      Hillsboro, Portland, Beaverton, North Plains

    This ride offers a quiet rural setting, beautiful farmland, short climbs and fast descents. This route is easily accessible from Hillsboro, Beaverton or Portland, and is a great training ride.

    The route winds north of Highway 26 on rural roads and through beautiful farmland. Helvetia Road has some small hills and one extended climb up to the Jackson Quarry Rd. intersection. Jackson Quarry Road winds through beautiful old trees and has one extended climb up to Mason Hill. Mason Hill is a great hill to descend (or climb if you are training).

    Directions: Begin your route north of Highway 26 on Helvetia/Shute Road. Connect with Jackson Quarry Road (turn right). After climbing up Jackson Quarry (~1 mile climb), turn left on Mason Hill Road. Mason Hill connects with Jackson School Road. Take a left on West Union Road, which returns to your Helvetia Road starting point.

    Motorized Vehicle Traffic: Light to moderate

    Seasons: All

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