The Deschutes River Trail Access at the Deschutes River State Recreation Area provides entry to over 25 miles of relatively level trails following an historic railroad grade along the Deschutes River canyon.

The area offers multiple trail options including the Old Railbed Trail (20+ miles one-way, smooth doubletrack suitable for hiking, biking, and horses) and the Atiyeh Trail at river level, with primitive camping sites available throughout.

Note that the trail becomes increasingly rugged beyond mile 19, featuring narrow single-track sections with steep drop-offs; tubeless tires are essential due to prevalent goatheads (puncture vine), and water sources are limited, requiring careful planning for longer trips.