[read] Hike change: Gorge Hike this Sat as alternative to Larch Mtn hike. The access road is still closed for the season
Bryan Miller
Important update. The road access gate to Larch Mtn is still locked due to snow and as such we will host an alternative hike in the Gorge for this Saturday instead. We still plan to meet at the church parking lot this Saturday morning 8:30 as planned, departing to the Gorge at 8:45. Nothing has change except the location. By Saturday morning we’ll have this all figured out as to which hike it will be. See you Saturday.
Note: We also have the Ramona Falls hike coming up in just 2 weeks, Sat June 15.
June 1, 2013
LARCH MOUNTAIN LOOP (alternative Gorge Hike instead)
COLUMBIA GORGE
Meet on the west side of SPC parking lot at 8:30 am for carpooling. We will leave at 8:45 am. From Portland, head east on Interstate 84. Just past Troutdale, take exit 18, Lewis and Clark State Park. Follow the off-ramp until it ends at the Historic Columbia River Highway and turn left, heading south. Follow highway through Corbett. Two miles past Corbett, the road forks. Make a right onto Larch Mountain Road for fourteen miles to the Larch Mountain Trailhead.
Difficulty - Moderate
Distance – 10.4 mile loop
Total climbing (elevation gain) – 2,090 feet
Season – May through October
Trailhead parking permit – A Northwest Forest Pass is required
June 15, 2013
RAMONA FALLS
MT. HOOD WILDERNESS
OUTDOORS BACKPACKING & HIKING GROUP
2013 REBEL DAY HIKES
Rebel hikes provide an opportunity for hikers to improve their conditioning, learn about what to wear and gear to pack, and become better acquainted with those of similar inclinations while enjoying some spectacular views.
The rebel leaders for this series of hikes are Dona Lynn Thornburg and Joanie Sampson, two gals who love to hike. Contact them if you are interested in any of these hikes at hik...@sunsetpres.org. Emails will not be read on hike days.
Prepare for each hike by bringing a daypack large enough to carry clothing layers (NOT COTTON) appropriate for Oregon weather (cold/rain/wind), hat, lunch/snack for along the trail, at least one liter of water or favorite sports drink. Wear 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. Please note some hikes require a Forest Pass. These can be purchased at REI and Bi-Mart.
