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1,135 ft
Distance
-73 ft
Descent
00:01:07
Avg time
-75 ft
Altitude change
222 ft
Altitude min
298 ft
Altitude max
298 ft
Altitude start
223 ft
Altitude end
-6.6%
Grade
-22.8%
Grade max
1%
Grade min
1,024 ft
Distance down
72 ft
Distance flat
00:01:07
Avg time

Heavy Nettle Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Adaptive Bike
  • Riding Area
    Newell Creek Canyon Nature Park
    Portland, Oregon
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    60 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #29692 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC, Adaptive MTB
  • Direction
    Downhill Only
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  • Season
    Late spring through late fall
  • eBike Allowed
    No
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Jump
  • Year Opened
    2022
  • Land Owner
    Oregon Metro

Splitting off from Red Soil Roller, this trail takes it to the next level with bigger berms, small tables, and some fun tree slaloming. The more you ride Heavy Nettle, the more you'll feel in the groove on this descending-only trail.

Ride in control at all times, we're all outside, hoping to enjoy ourselves Do not ride soil trails when they are wet, the damage can be difficult and costly to repair. The site has several improved-surface trails that can handle the rain so ride them when the other trails are muddy.

Metro parks do not allow dogs because unfortunately our canine friends are perceived as predators; impacting wildlife behavior, nesting, and feeding patterns. Please leave your pooch at home when riding at Newell Creek Canyon Nature Park. Thank you!

Adaptive Bike Info
aMTB Green Rating: Beginner features and moderate terrain.
Trail Supporters
Local Trail Association
Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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Jun 12, 2026 @ 12:03pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Jun 12, 2026
May 7, 2026 @ 11:22am (America/Los_Angeles)
May 7, 2026
Jan 17, 2026 @ 7:33am (America/Los_Angeles)
Jan 17, 2026
 NWTA tuned up the big right hander into the wall ride berm, cleared some trees and fixed drainage. Running really well.
Nov 29, 2025 @ 4:19pm (America/Los_Angeles)
Nov 29, 2025
 Leaves are mostly raked but there are a few sections that are complete mud pits. Can be slick and dangerous.
Nov 15, 2025 @ 8:27am (America/Los_Angeles)
Nov 15, 2025
 Leaves galore! Needs a raking.
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Ideal
Avg: 3.99 (4 votes)
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        Directions to heavy-nettle trailhead (45.336100, -122.579850)

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        UNCUT Red Soil Roller - Adaptive MTB - Newell...
        2:33 | 248 | Aug 8, 2022 , Portland
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        0:13 | 377 | Aug 8, 2022 , Portland
        0:33 | 29 | Jan 26, 2025 , Portland

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        Frequently Asked Questions About Heavy Nettle

        ▼ Where is Heavy Nettle located?
        Heavy Nettle is located in Newell Creek Canyon Nature Park, Portland, Oregon, United States. It is part of the Newell Creek Canyon Nature Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 45.3361, -122.57985.
        ▼ How hard is Heavy Nettle?
        Heavy Nettle is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 6.6%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Heavy Nettle?
        The trail has 73 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 222 ft to 298 ft.
        ▼ Is Heavy Nettle a point to point trail?
        Yes, Heavy Nettle is a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Only. The trail type is singletrack.

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