Support Bicycle Access at Rilee Park
Bob and Crystal Rilee Park is CPRD’s largest park and one of the best local opportunities for safe, off-road bicycle recreation. Since bicycle access was removed, local riders, youth, and families have been left without an equivalent place to ride within the district.
Why Bicycle Access Matters
Local families need safe places to ride away from traffic. Rilee Park is one of Chehalem Park and Recreation District’s largest public parks and offers the kind of natural-surface trail experience that simply does not exist elsewhere in the district.
Bicycle access is not about taking the park away from anyone. It is about creating a thoughtful, managed approach so hikers, equestrians, cyclists, youth, and families can all benefit from public parkland.
What We’re Asking CPRD To Do
The CPRD Board has voted to restore bicycle access at Rilee Park. We now encourage the Board and staff to move forward with thoughtful, transparent implementation that fulfills the intent of that decision while protecting the park’s natural character.
As trail planning moves forward, we encourage CPRD to develop a practical management plan that includes separated-use trails where appropriate, clear signage, trail etiquette education, volunteer stewardship, ongoing maintenance, and proven strategies to minimize conflicts between different park users. With more than 325 acres, Rilee Park is large enough to provide safe, enjoyable experiences for equestrians, hikers, mountain bikers, and families alike.
A Practical Path to Shared Access
Safe Design
Bikes and horses do not need to share the same trails. Separated-use or split-use trail planning can reduce conflict while allowing more people to enjoy the park.
Local Stewardship
The bicycle community is ready to help maintain trails, educate users, and support responsible recreation.
Public Access
Rilee Park belongs to the public. CPRD should manage it for multiple community needs, not permanently exclude one group without providing a meaningful alternative.
A Large Park Can Serve Many Uses
Rilee Park is large enough for a thoughtful approach to trail access. The choice does not have to be “bikes everywhere” or “no bikes anywhere.”
With good planning, CPRD can protect the character of the park while also creating safe, enjoyable opportunities for local bicycle recreation.
Learn More
Explore the history, planning, and public record behind Bob & Crystal Rilee Park through original documents and other research resources.
Explore the Original Documents
Read the reports, studies, planning documents, and public records that have shaped decisions about Rilee Park over the years.