January 27, 2012
SALEM, Ore. -- The state of Oregon has approved two new scenic bikeways -- one in Bend and one in Cottage Grove.
Two more routes have been added to the list of Oregon scenic bikeways.
In Cottage Grove, the Covered Bridges Scenic Bikeway caters to riders of all ages. The 36-mile route has several covered bridges, including the only covered railroad bridge west of the Mississippi River.
The Twin Bridges Loop Scenic Bikeway in Bend is also 36 miles. It is more moderate in difficulty. It starts at ends at Drake Park.
These two trails now bring the program's total to eight.
