Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail landscape

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Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail

~5 days · 62.5 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point

Quick facts

Distance62.5 mi
Days out5
Elevation gain7,841 ft
Gain / mile125 ft
High point1,781 ft

What the Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail is known for

The Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail links the Willamette Valley to the Pacific, running about 60 miles from Corvallis over the Coast Range to Ona Beach south of Newport on a mix of forest trail and old logging roads. Completed in 2021; point-to-point, typically 4-6 days, with camping along the Siuslaw National Forest portions.

Route map & campsites

Route map of the Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail on OpenStreetMap terrain Open in Planner →

Route shape from OpenStreetMap geometry. Start · End · Camp

Elevation profile

Elevation ranges from 43 ft to 5,814 ft over 62.5 mi. Measured from OSM geometry (approximate).

  • Uphill 21.5 mi · 35%
  • Downhill 17.7 mi · 29%
  • Flat 22.7 mi · 37%

Ridgefold breaks every route into uphill, downhill, and flat — see the full per-day breakdown in the app.

Frequently asked questions

How many days does the Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail take?

Most backpackers hike the Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail in about 5 days (4 nights out) over its 62.5 miles, though pace varies with fitness and conditions.

How much elevation gain is on the Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail?

The Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail climbs roughly 7,841 ft total — about 125 ft per mile, topping out near 1,781 ft.

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Sources & attribution

Route geometry and stats derived from OpenStreetMap (© OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL) — source relation. Stats are approximate and may differ from official surveys; permit rules and conditions change — verify with the managing authority before your trip. Last reviewed July 2026.

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