Tualatin offers visitors great natural attractions to be explored when you rent an RV near Tualatin. Its many scenic trails are a wonderful place to reconnect to nature. From easy, moderate to strenuous hikes, visitors are bound to find a recreational trail that matches your level of fitness and expertise. Tualatin River Greenway Trail traverses the Tualatin Valley. Dotted with trees, rivers, and wetlands, this trail is popular with hikers and bikers. Regardless of what visitors are into this trail offers a perfect balance of nature, wildlife viewing, and history. For history buffs walking this interpretive trail is a great way to learn the prehistoric past. For novice bikers, the 10 mile Fanno Creek Greenway Trail is the answer since it is relatively flat and well-maintained. For walkers, joggers and bicyclists looking to enhance their experience, there are many wildlife to be spotted along the trail including deer, waterfowl, and songbirds. Be sure to load up your bike in your motorhome rental from Tualatin to enjoy Tualatin Valley Scenic Bikeway and Banks-Vernonia State Trail.
For nature lovers, Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge offers diverse habitats ranging from forests, wetlands, and grasslands. There are over 150 recorded bird species, making it a hotspot for birders. Some commonly spotted birds include geese, herons, and bald eagles. Within the refuge are five miles of trails, meadows and an overlook area where visitors can relax during summer as they view the lush green scenery and birds. Another beautiful natural attraction is Tualatin Hills Nature Park near Beaverton. Besides the nicely shaded recreational trails, Tualatin Hills Nature Park is home to a variety of breeding birds, amphibians, and reptiles. Interested in exploring more of Tualatin’s natures finest? The 645- acre Tryon Creek State Natural Area is a great place to enjoy the great outdoors. Visitors can hike, ride horses, and walk over Tyron Creek via the suspension bridge.
After finding an RV rental in Tualatin, visitors will discover that there are many state parks within an easy reach. Molalla River State Park is a great place for a weekend escape. Located at the confluence of three rivers, the park offers visitors an opportunity for hiking, fishing, and wildlife viewing. There are great places where visitors can walk their four-legged friends. There is even a launch area for your kayak, canoe, and boat.
Milo McIver State Park is another interesting state park near Estacada. While here, visitors can engage in outdoor activities such as horseback riding, seven-hole disc golf course, and mountain biking. For campers, there is a campground offering standard water and electric sites where campers can park trailers and RVs. Also, there are areas set aside for pitching tents.
Bonnie Lure State Recreational Area is less than five miles from Milo McIver State Park. Facilities have a wealth of outdoor recreational activities. From birding, hiking to fishing this is one of the best places to plan for a day trip when visiting Tualatin. For rock climbing, serene beach and windsurfing head over to Rooster Rock State Park, Corbett near Multnomah Falls. Equestrians will love riding their horses on the over 25 miles equestrian trails and designated horse camp. Stub Stewart State Park. Wildflowers, streams and scenic hills greet visitors along the recreational trails.
In the foothills of Cascade Mountain, vacationers with an RV will find Battle Ground Lake State Park a gem for anglers. The calm waters of the lake offer visitors an opportunity to get out on the water in a kayak, rowboat, or paddle boat.
