Row River National Recreation Trail, Rail trail in Cottage Grove, Oregon, US.
The Row River National Recreation Trail is a 16-mile paved path that follows the former railway route alongside the Row River and Dorena Reservoir. The trail connects multiple communities with parking areas and maintains a level surface throughout for walking, cycling, and running.
The route follows a railway line established in 1912 that served gold mining settlements in the Bohemia district. Rail service ended in 1994, after which the corridor was converted into this recreational path.
The trail passes through communities where the railway once shaped daily life and economic activity. Visitors can sense how the train connected isolated settlements and brought the outside world to the valley.
The path is divided into several sections with parking and restroom facilities roughly every 2 to 3 kilometers at different access points. The flat terrain makes it suitable for various skill levels, and visitors can easily begin and end their journey at multiple locations.
Notable films including Stand By Me and The General were shot at the historic trestle bridge near Harms Park, using the railway infrastructure for authentic railroad scenes. The bridge remains visible and recognizable to visitors interested in movie filming locations.
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