Cedar Tree / Tillamook State Forest

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4.7/5 (39 reviews)
Banks, Oregon (Tillamook County)
Last Updated: 11/01/2022
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Cedar Tree is an aptly named trail deep in the Tillamook State Forest, where the highlight is a huge fallen cedar trunk that vehicles used to be able to drive under. The iconic fallen cedar tree at Waypoint 7 is a favorite place for photographs of 4x4 rigs. The trail wanders through the forest's prettiest and most exciting sections along the cedar tree. A significant, deep depression is often filled with water and makes for an exciting challenge to cross. An ancient tree stump hides a shelf that can catch the unsuspecting driver by surprise. Cedar Tree is one of the highlights of Tillamook State Forest and should be one of your must-do trails while visiting the park. 

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Cedar Tree is one of two Badge of Honor trails in the Tillamook State Forest. The course is part of the Browns Camp OHV, about 25 miles west of Portland, Oregon. This trail system has more than 25 trails that are easily accessible through a network of forest service roads. This trail is straight-through, about 5.5 miles long, and winds up to an elevation of 3200 feet through old-growth forest with tight twisting turns. There are slippery roots and leaning trees that will give you pause. In comparison, sections of this trail would be more suited to an experienced driver and lifted rig. The areas requiring bypasses make this an excellent route for any driver and rig to explore. 

Cedar Tree trail conditions can change dramatically depending on recent rain or when the last trail maintenance occurred. Any trail in the Tillamook State Forest during the rainy season can quickly change from very benign to wild and highly technical. While Trails Offroad tries to represent average trail conditions on every trail in the Tillamook State Forest and regularly updates trail information, caution is always warranted.

Trail Reviews

4.7/5 (39)
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Visited: 10/08/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Cedar tree was awesome today. Had a bunch of fun, thanks to the group of 4runners I ran with. Cedar Tree is impassable underneath anymore, still a fun, tight trail with great views
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Visited: 09/23/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

The Cedar Tree is no longer high enough to go under, roots have rotted away and it's moved sideways and down, plus a scoop of debris has been deposited in the remaining space.
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Rated 5/5
Visited: 08/03/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Ran this trail on a Thursday and there was nobody else on the trail. Weather conditions were perfect and the trail was dry, making for a pretty easy run. The trail is definitely tight and requires focus to avoid trees. The views prior to the shelf road were astounding. I didn’t think the shelf road was too visually intimidating. We enjoyed the ride!
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Rated 5/5
Visited: 07/21/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Easier

Ran this in very dry conditions on a Friday afternoon. Only ran into two other rigs. It’s a tight trail for a gladiator but still fun. Views are outstanding
Trail Review: Cedar Tree / Tillamook State Forest - Peter Newell
Trail Review: Cedar Tree / Tillamook State Forest - Peter Newell
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Rated 5/5
Visited: 07/15/2023
Difficulty Accuracy: Spot On

Amazing Jeep Badge of Honor Trail! We were fortunate to enjoy perfect weather and trail conditions!
Trail Review: Cedar Tree / Tillamook State Forest - Candi Skehan
Trail Review: Cedar Tree / Tillamook State Forest - Candi Skehan
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