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Illinois Valley & Oregon Caves · Named route

Old Growth Trail

An accessible length for a forest walk among old trees and marble outcrops.

At a glance

Plan this specific route

Near
Oregon Caves
Distance
1-mile loop
Effort
Gentle Editorial estimate
Route type
Named route
The route

What the walk involves

Take the NPS-listed one-mile loop for a forest outing in the Oregon Caves area. A modest length and gentle editorial effort rating do not certify wheelchair accessibility; check the park's current surface and access details.

An accessible length for a forest walk among old trees and marble outcrops.

On the ground

What makes this trail distinct

Old trees and marble outcrops distinguish the walk from lower Illinois Valley botany stops. Use the park map to locate the loop and verify whether seasonal conditions affect access.

Access and preparation

Before you set out

Gentle effort does not imply wheelchair accessibility. Check NPS for surface and access.

Use the National Park Service trail information ↗ for the latest route map, trailhead access, permitted uses and notices. Conditions can change after our review; if a junction or sign disagrees with this guide, follow the current land-manager guidance.

Further reading

Maps, descriptions and video

Start with the managing agency for access and rules. The additional descriptions and videos below offer another look at the area; they do not replace an official map.

Route and source details reviewed September 27, 2026. Mileage labels preserve the land manager's distinction between one-way segments, round trips, loops and full trail networks. Conditions and closures require a fresh check before travel.