Trailkeepers of Oregon
Mission
Trailkeepers of Oregon (TKO) helps make Oregon’s trails open, safe, and accessible. Founded in 2007 from the oregonhikers.org field guide community, we’ve turned into one of the state’s most active trail nonprofits. Now our staff and over 900 dedicated volunteers work across Oregon to help organize trail stewardship and public engagement events that connect people to the places they love.
Bottom Line for Portland
Most Portlanders choose to live here because adventure begins right outside our door. From forested city parks to the wild trails that wind across Oregon, TKO serves the hiking community to ensure these trails remain safe, accessible, and welcoming to all.
Your gift powers the tools, training, coordination, and teamwork that make volunteer-powered trail care possible — helping Portlanders and visitors alike explore the scenic wonders of our region, today and for generations to come.
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"Although I was the only first-time volunteer, I immediately felt like part of the team. The crew was not only skilled and professional, but also incredibly generous with their time and knowledge - sharing insights about trail restoration, safety protocols, and planning strategies. Throughout the day, we were greeted with gratitude by countless hikers, which was a powerful reminder of how vital this work is to our community."
- Spencer McMaster, TKO Volunteer
Partner(s)
Corporate Partners:
CNOC Outdoors
Trailkeepers Clothing Co.
Oregon Tool
Sasquatch Shuttle
Pelican Brewery
Beneficial State Bank
Daybreak Racing
Nonprofit Partners:
Bird Alliance of Oregon
Forest Park Conservancy
Friends of the Columbia Gorge
People of Color Outdoors
Crag Law Center
Community Warehouse
Love Our City, Inc.
The Salmonberry Trail Foundation
Trailkeepers of Oregon is in the Environment category which is sponsored by A to Z Wineworks.
They're a small-sized organization with activities in Clackamas Co., Multnomah Co., Washington Co. and beyond.