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This Easy Hike In Corvallis, Oregon Winds Straight Through A Beautiful Arboretum

Peavy Arboretum 500 Road offers a 3.7-mile scenic hike through lush forests and past Cronemiller Lake in Oregon.

Published Jun 1, 2021

Written by 

Sarah McCosham

Here in Oregon, we've no shortage of incredible hiking trails. Mountains, forests, beaches, waterfalls -- hiking in Oregon is a veritable choose-your-own-adventure! If you're looking for a beautiful new hike to try, we have one that might be new to you. Peavy Arboretum 500 Road is a 3.7-mile, out-and-back trail located near Corvallis, Oregon, that's one of the most spectacular scenic hiking experiences in the state. Why, you ask? Well, that's just something you're going to have to keep reading to find out...

Operated by Oregon State University, Peavy Arboretum is 40 acres of peak Oregon beauty.

A sunbeam filters through tall trees along a forest path, creating a serene and peaceful atmosphere.
Laura M/AllTrails

The Peavy Arboretum 500 Road is a 3.7-mile trail that journeys straight through the arboretum. The trail is used primarily for hiking, walking, and biking, and is a favorite for those with furry, four-legged adventurers, too!

A dirt path leads to a rustic cabin surrounded by trees, with a large wooden wheel nearby and a dog walking in the foreground.
Barb Hoefener/AllTrails

The geography of this hike is quite varied, with the trail winding past Cronemiller Lake and through lush, old-growth forests.

A serene lake surrounded by lush greenery and trees under a clear blue sky. Reflections shimmer on the water's surface.
Roseann Berg/Google Local

Along the way, you'll pass one of Peavy Arboteum's most interesting features: a five-acre "pole farm."

A field with numerous wooden posts standing in rows, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
Ken T/Google Local

These wooden stakes allow students at Oregon State's College of Forestry to observe and research important issues that affect the state's most treasured trees and forests, such as chemical leaching and fire mitigation.

A scenic view of rolling hills and mountains, framed by tall trees and golden grass under a clear blue sky.
Jeff Bazter/Google Local

Of course, the most wondrous feature of the Peavy Arboretum 500 Road hike is the trees.

A winding path through a dense forest with tall trees covered in moss and a serene, natural atmosphere.
Kirt E/TripAdvisor

This easy day trek takes hikers through some of Oregon's most magnificent, emerald-green forests.

A serene forest path winding through tall trees, dappled sunlight illuminating the ground.
Jacob Groz/Google Local

Because there really is nothing quite like an Oregon tree canopy.

View looking up at a tall tree, showcasing its trunk and branches against a bright blue sky.
Star Sparks/Google Local

Open year-round, this trail is particularly winsome in the winter, when the barren trees cast stunning silhouettes against the mountainous landscape.

A snowy trail winds through a forest of tall trees, with mountains visible in the background under a clear sky.
Bill H/Google Local

This beautiful trek makes for a delightful day hike in Oregon, and really showcases The Beaver State's splendor.

A sunlit path through tall grass and trees, leading to a distant cabin in a serene forest setting.
Matthew/Google Local

This hike through Peavy Arboretum might just one of the most beautiful in all of Oregon. Have you hiked this gorgeous trail in Corvallis, Oregon before? Learn more about what to expect from this hike on the AllTrails website.

For another wonderful arboretum in Oregon worth exploring, definitely check out this Portland treasure that's free to visit!

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