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Featured Ride

Carver Loop

Length: 51 Miles
Elevation Gain: 3250 ft

Carver is an area southeast of Portland where I rarely see other cyclists. It is often overlooked as a destination for good riding but I highly recommend it. Beginning from Mt Tabor Park, east of downtown, you’ll travel south on 92nd Ave until Sunnyside Rd. Head east for a while and then south, working your way to Carver. Then cross over the Clackamas River. Here you’ll meet your biggest climb of the day, south of the river. 4 punchy climbs await afterwards with friendly names such as Holly Lane, Maple Lane and Fischers Mill. They aren’t terribly difficult, but you will likely remember them. (read more).