Case studies on the policy, planning, funding, and design considerations that create great networks where trails seamlessly link to streets and transit. Presenter: Robert Spurlock

4. Committee members:
City of Gresham
City of Hillsboro
City of Tigard
Clackamas County Transportation
North Clackamas Parks & Rec. Dist.
Oregon Parks & Recreation Dept.
Oregon Dept. of Transportation
Portland Parks & Recreation
Portland Bureau of Transportation
Tualatin Hills Park & Rec. District
Vancouver-Clark Parks & Rec.

5. Mayer / ReedMetro Regional Trails Analysis & Research August 23, 2011
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East Coast Greenway Maine to Florida
· Identity graphic with directional
arrow simply applied to existing
Right of Way utility and sign
posts

6. Mayer / ReedMetro Regional Trails Analysis & Research August 23, 2011
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The Trail Foundation Austin, TX
· Trail name displayed vertically
for visibility at a greater distance
· Structure calls attention to
information
· Simplified map applied to
structure shows cross streets as
reference
· Information integrated into
overall design
· Structure height stands out
along a crowded trail

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Town of Mammoth Lakes Mammoth Lakes, CA
Designated trail
users only
67.1RESCUE
LOCATION
MainPathTRAILHEAD
MainPath
Welcome
Center
Ranger
Station
Tourism &
Rec. Dept.
Main Path
Shady Rest
Cross
Country Ski
Trails
Lower
Parking Lot
67.2RESCUE
LOCATION
Amphitheater
67.0
RESCUE
LOCATION
· Bright color at top draws
attention
· Trail name displayed vertically
in order to increase text size
· Use of symbols for trail use
saves space
· Multiple sign types display
Emergency / rescue code
along trail
· Agency logos consistently
applied Amphitheater
67.0
RESCUE
LOCATION

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Legible London London, Great Britain
· Bright color at top draws
attention
· Primary wayfinding Information
contained within a pylon
structure
· Structure that allows for
changeable directional panels
and multiple directions
· Structure height stands out
along a crowded street
· Map on pylon structure shows
destinations within a 5 minute
walking circle to help people
understand proximity of places

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Miami Dade County Parks & Rec Miami Dade, FL
· Map showing location in
relationship to surroundings
is located at trailheads
· Modular sign system
using standard materials
and mounting methods
· Integrates easily with Right
of Way Bike Route Signs
· Use of symbols helps give
message hierarchy and
allows for a lot of info in
a small space

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Moreton Bay Cycleway Moreton Bay, Australia
· Bright color at top draws
attention
· Uniform system of form, color
and organization provides
information hierarchy
· Symbols indicate trail use,
amenities and transit
connections

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On-Street Sign Locations: Content
Trail Name
Intertwine Logo
Trail Name
Trail Authority
Intertwine Logo
Destinations
Trail Name
Trail Authority
Intertwine Logo
DestinationsDestinations
Trail Use
Map
Trail Use
Map
Directional Sign Directional SignConnection Sign
Typically located at a junction or
decision point along a Regional
Trail on-street segment
Typically located at a junction or
decision point between on-street and
off-street Regional Trail segments
Typically located at an on-street segment
prior to connection to off-street trail segment
Example: Tom McCall Park & Naito Pkwy

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Off-Street Sign Locations: Content
Trailhead Sign Mile Marker Connection SignDirectional Sign
Direction
Typically located at the beginning or
end of a Regional Trail that meets
with the street or parking lot
Example: Fanno Creek at Denney
Typically located at a junction
or decision point along a
Regional Trail
Typically located at a junction when
the trail continues along a street
Example: Hillsdale to Lake Oswego
Trail at Tryon
Typically located along
a Regional Trail
Trail Name
Trail Authority
Intertwine Logo
Trail Name
Trail Authority
Intertwine Logo
Trail Name
Trail Authority
Intertwine Logo
Trail Name
Trail Authority
Intertwine Logo
Destinations
DestinationsEmergency Info
Emergency Info Destinations
Emergency Info
Trail Use
Difficulty
QR Code
Map

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City of
Gresham
Trail Authority Logos

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Trail Logos

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Symbols
Pedestrian Bicycle Equestrian
Roller Blades / Skates Skateboarder
Kayak Motorcraft
Handicap Accessible Restrooms
Pets (On Leash) View Point
Stables
Bus
Light Rail
Tram SwimmingRow Boat
Trail Use Transit Amenities

16. Mayer / ReedMetro Regional Trails Sign Standards Draft Submittal October 13, 2011
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Intertwine Colors
(3 Color)
Fanno Creek
Greenway Trail
Landmark
Direction
SW Scholls
Ferry Rd.
.75 MI. 8 MIN.15 MIN.
MUTCD Brown
w/ Intertwine Color
(3 Color)
Fanno Creek
Greenway Trail
Landmark
Direction
SW Scholls
Ferry Rd.
.75 MI. 8 MIN.15 MIN.
Intertwine Colors
(2 Color)
Fanno Creek
Greenway Trail
Landmark
Direction
SW Scholls
Ferry Rd.
.75 MI. 8 MIN.15 MIN.
MUTCD Brown
(2 Color)
Fanno Creek
Greenway Trail
Landmark
Direction
SW Scholls
Ferry Rd.
.75 MI. 8 MIN.15 MIN.
MUTCD Green
(2 Color)
Fanno Creek
Greenway Trail
Landmark
Direction
SW Scholls
Ferry Rd.
.75 MI. 8 MIN.15 MIN.
Color Studies
Color applied to Design Scenario 2

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Intertwine Colors
(4 Color)
Landmark
Direction
2MI. 25 MIN. 10 MIN.
SW Scholls
Ferry Rd
Fanno Creek
Greenway Trail
MUTCD Brown
w/ Intertwine Colors
(4 Color)
Landmark
Direction
2MI. 25 MIN. 10 MIN.
SW Scholls
Ferry Rd
Fanno Creek
Greenway Trail
MUTCD Brown
(2 Color)
Landmark
Direction
2MI. 25 MIN. 10 MIN.
SW Scholls
Ferry Rd
Fanno Creek
Greenway Trail
MUTCD Green
(2 Color)
Landmark
Direction
2MI. 25 MIN. 10 MIN.
SW Scholls
Ferry Rd
Fanno Creek
Greenway Trail
Intertwine Colors
(3 Color)
Landmark
Direction
2MI. 25 MIN. 10 MIN.
SW Scholls
Ferry Rd
Fanno Creek
Greenway Trail
Landmark
Direction
2MI. 25 MIN. 10 MIN.
SW Scholls
Ferry Rd
Fanno Creek
Greenway Trail
Intertwine Colors
(2 Color)
Landmark
Direction
2MI. 25 MIN. 10 MIN.
SW Scholls
Ferry Rd
Fanno Creek
Greenway Trail
MUTCD Brown
w/ Intertwine Colors
(3 Color)
Colors Studies
Colors applied to Design Scenario 1

22. Hillsboro
THPRD
Cazadero Trail, OPRD
Signs installed since 2012

24. Rock Creek Trail
Late April, 3 miles,
50 signs
Tualatin River Greenway Trail
Early March, 6 miles, 120 signs
Fanno Creek Trail
Late March, 4 miles,
100 signs
Trolley Trail
Early April,
7 miles,
100 signs
Current project

29. Remaining trails