Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail
~5 days · 62.5 mi · strenuous · Point-to-point
Quick facts
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.
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.
How hard is the Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail?
On the Ridgefold Difficulty Index, the Corvallis-to-the-Sea Trail scores 23/100, a relative rating across the 1,243 trails we've mapped, blending distance, elevation gain, and steepness. It is a comparison within our set, not an official rating.
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 from OpenStreetMap, © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 — 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.