Decker; Benton County Backways

Corvallis, OR, US

Aperçu de l'itinéraire

Willamette Valley Visitors Association

Epic Rides in an Epic Valley

48 km
292 m

This 29-mile ride may start and end in Corvallis, but the bulk of the route passes through the farmland for which the Willamette Valley is so well-known—and ascends the locally famous Decker Ridge, a rite of passage for serious road riders in the region.

Détails de l'itinéraire

This 29-mile ride may start and end in Corvallis, but the bulk of the route passes through the farmland for which the Willamette Valley is so well-known—and ascends the locally famous Decker Ridge, a rite of passage for serious road riders in the region.

The ride quickly leaves Corvallis’ inviting downtown core, heading southeast through a mixture of suburban developments and quiet parkland. By the time you’ve warmed up and hit the ride’s fifth mile, you’re firmly entrenched in Willamette Valley farmland on either side of the road. To the west, rising just over the tree line, is the Coast Range.

After 10 miles, you’ll turn west toward this ride’s signature attraction: Decker Ridge. The forested ridge in the Coast Range foothills is popular with local riders, both for its elevation gain (rising 700 feet above sea level) and the quiet, low-traffic nature of the roadway. (It doesn’t hurt that colorful wildflowers bloom along Decker Ridge in spring and early fall, either.)

Soon after descending Decker Ridge, the ride turns north onto Highway 34. Highlights here include rolling hills and pastoral farmland. After about 4.5 miles of highway riding, the route turns east as it skirts the southern edge of Philomath and returns to Corvallis along quieter, less-traveled roadways.

More Resources

  • Visit the National Weather Service for updated forecasts to help plan your route.
  • Check ODOT’s TripCheck website for the latest road closures and construction news.
  • Learn more about recreation, food and drink options, and overnight accommodations in nearby Corvallis and Philomath from Visit Corvallis.

Important Reminders

You’ll want to keep a few things in mind when planning to ride this route:

  • This route is accessible year-round, though you may want to prepare for snow and ice in winter and rain is possible all year long.
  • Check the forecast before riding to ensure the safest possible conditions.
  • This route follows established roadways, most quiet and in low-traffic areas, but you may encounter a few blind corners; proceed with caution around the curves.
  • Wineries and other attractions may keep limited hours and require reservations; call ahead to ensure they’ll be available u’d like to visit.
  • Keep in mind that you’re riding at your own risk; take precautions, and be mindful of other users on the road at all times.

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