Saddle Mtn Hike, Sat June 9
Bryan Miller
SUNSET PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
GREAT ADVENTURES
REBEL HIKES
Rebel hikes provide an opportunity for hikers to improve their conditioning, learn about what to wear, and become better acquainted with those of similar inclinations. Plus, the views are spectacular.
The leader for this series of hikes will be Howard Hansen, a former Mazama climb leader with international experience in hiking and climbing. Contact him direct before the hike to sign up or if you have questions:
Howard Hansen
16915 S W Theodore Way
Beaverton, OR 97006
Cell 971-270-7566 (day of hike only)
Email – howard...@comcast.net
Prepare for each hike by bringing a daypack large enough to carry clothing layers (NOT COTTON) appropriate for Oregon weather (cold/rain/wind), hat or cap, lunch/snack for along the trail, at least one liter of water or your favorite sports drink, and wearing comfortable, broken-in lug sole trail boots. Optional equipment would be trekking poles, packable umbrella, pack cover, etc. Please don’t bring pets.
While we encourage carpooling, you are welcome to travel on your own if you prefer. It is customary to contribute toward the driver’s fuel expense.
HIKE FOUR – SADDLE MOUNTAIN
OREGON’S NORTH COAST RANGE
JUNE 9, 2012
Meet on the west side of SPC parking lot at 7:30 am for car pooling. We will leave at 7:45 am. The earlier start is prompted by the popularity of this hike. The turnoff from Hwy 26 is 56 miles from Portland (Saddle Mountain State Park). The trailhead is 6.9 miles from this turnoff. Views include Mt. Rainier, Mt. St. Helens, Mt. Hood, Mt. Adams plus the Pacific Ocean, Astoria, and the mouth of the Columbia River.
Difficulty - Moderate
Distance – 5.5 miles out and back
Elevation gain – 1600 feet
Seasons – April/November
Trailhead parking permit – None required