Here in the Beaver State, there’s nothing better than a day on the trails, and Northern Oregon offers some of the absolute best hiking in the state. Tucked away in an old-growth forest of the Salmon-Huckleberry Wilderness, there’s an area that’s best described as a real-life Garden of Eden. The Salmon River Trail in Oregon leads to beautiful waterfalls and several emerald lagoons, for a hiking experience that’s positively perfect.

Editor’s note: Originally, this article had some errors with regards to the Salmon Creek Trail instead of the Salmon River Trail. We sincerely apologize for any confusion.

Northern Oregon is a treasure trove of trails. But the Salmon River Trail may be the best.
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The 14.5-mile loop winds through Oregon's old-growth forests, which are absolutely magical, especially when the sun dapples through the trees.
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Of course, as its name suggests, this trek also has a notable water feature, the beguiling Salmon River.
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Emerald blue and absolutely stunning, this is the kind of lush and beautiful area that feels like a real-life Garden of Eden!
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The Salmon River Trail is as much about the journey as it is about the destination, traversing some truly stunning and lush forests -- all year-round!
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The waters of the Salmon River are simply breathtaking -- especially after a spring rain or post-winter snow melt.
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It's hard to say what's most special about the Salmon River Trail; the emerald lagoon, the sublime quietute, or the lush forests?
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Luckily, you don't have to choose -- you can have it all on this perfect, albeit long, hike.

With such splendor within reach, Oregon truly is a dream for any outdoor enthusiast. To learn more about the Salmon River Trail, visit the USDA website.

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