HIKING EXPERIENCE

All hikes are designed for hikers with experience. You must be

able to maintain a pace of a 20-minute mile on fairly level ground

with little elevation gain. Please check the skill level rating on the

hike and pay consideration to the distance and elevation gain.

Many hikes are located in distant wilderness areas.

HIKE LOCATIONS

Subject to change or cancellation if weather, trail, road or other

conditions warrant. PLEASE NOTE: If cancellation of a hike is due to

location change, a refund or credit will be issued minus a $5

processing fee (see Refunds/credits).

“This institution is operated under special use permit with the

Mount Hood National Forest”.

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture

(USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is

prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national

origin, sex, age, disability and reprisal or retaliation for prior civil

rights activity (not all prohibited bases apply to all programs).

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of

communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print,

audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the

responsible State or local Agency that administers the program or

USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact

USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

Additionally, program information is also available in languages

other than English.

All 50+ Hikes leave by van from 1009 E McLoughlin Blvd., Vancouver, WA. We leave promptly at start time on all hikes (arrive 15 minutes prior to hike departure). Please note return time is approximate!

Sturdy hiking boot or hard shoe.

Illumination-flashlight.

Signaling-whistle and small mirror.

Water-minimum (1 liter/winter-2 liters/summer).

Hiking sticks.

Layered clothing-moisture wicking, lightweight, synthetic fabrics (cotton is not recommended).

Sun protection/insect repellent (seasonal).

First aid kit (include personal medications).

Emergency blanket or 33 gallon garbage bag.

Navigation equipment and fire starter is carried by the hike leader.

In case of bad weather or cancellations call 360-487-7065 or 360-487-7084.

Make sure your contact information is current with the Parks and Recreation registration system.

Please keep cell phones turned off or on vibrate during course of hike outing; emergency use only requested.

Do not begin ahead of the group. Wait at trailhead until hiking guide has given instructions.

For your successful outdoor hiking experience guides may recommend that you pre-qualify for difficult or expert hikes.

Some difficult hikes may be more challenging ! Why? This could be due to elevation gains, trail conditions, etc. Please self evaluate your ability to complete these more difficult hikes before registering.

Hike cancellations, credits or transfers must be requested a minimum of five working days (M-F) prior to the day of the hike. All cancellations will be subject to a $5 processing fee. See Vancouver Parks & Recreation catalog for refund policy.

Marshall or Firstenburg Centers. 360-487-7100 or 360-487-7001

www.vanparksrec.org

$20 Resident/$22 Non-resident.

*Hikes at 70 miles plus travel distance - $22/$24

Time: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. (unless noted otherwise).

Hiking Skill Level Rating All Day Hikes

EASY 4-6 miles with an elevation gain of up to 600 feet.

MODERATE 4-6 miles with an elevation gain of up to 1500 feet.

DIFFICULT 6-8 miles with an elevation gain of up to 2500 feet.

EXPERT 8+ miles with an elevation gain of 2500+ feet.

$16 Resident/$19 Non-resident.

Time: 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

Hiking Skill Level Rating

4-6 miles with an elevation gain of up to 300 feet.

For all hikes bring water, high energy snacks and money for a

beverage/snack stop. Tuesday All Day hikes Bring a lunch to eat on trail 9/3-10/29 & 11/19.

Bring money for lunch at a restaurant 11/5-11/12 & 11/26-12/31

Monday Easy hikes Bring a lunch on all Monday hikes.

NOTE: Moderate, Difficult and Expert hikes may include slopes,

narrow paths, steep areas, uneven ground, rocky areas, loose

rocks, and/or steep drop offs. Difficult and Expert hikes involve

harder climbing and are only for those who are fit enough to hike

these ratings. NO exceptions!

Boulder Lakes/Mount Hood, OR

Moderate. 6.3 miles, 1,070-foot elevation gain.

14055 10/15 Arrive at 7:15 a.m. Early departure at 7:30 a.m. sharp.

The trail disappears into a thicket of alder and willow, and then heads up

the ravine holding the seasonable outlet stream from Boulder Lake.

Climbing steadily, we will pass tiny Spinning Lake before reaching Boulder

Lake. The trail continues climbing, passing clear cuts before entering deep

noble fir forests for the rest of the hike. The trail crests at Echo Point,

forested on the west, but open to the east. A short side loop passes across

a steep meadow on the east face where the main trail stays in the trees on

the west side of the crest. From here, the Boulder Creek Valley unfolds

below, and Mt. Hood can be seen peeking through the trees.

Upper Salmon River, OR

Difficult. 7.8 miles, 950-foot elevation gain.

14056 10/22

The trail climbs steeply at first, and then travels above the river briefly

before passing a huge island along a rocky ledge. The massive trees on the

island are a preview of the old growth that lies ahead on the main trail.

Gillette Lake to Green Leaf Overlook, WA

Difficult. 7-8 miles, 1,100-foot elevation gain.

14053 10/29

This trail connects into the Pacific Crest Trail, traveling through groves of

old Douglas fir and then on to the Emerald waters of Gillette Lake.

Note: Lunch at restaurants begin 11/5 (unless noted otherwise).

Hole In The Park/Forest Park, OR

Moderate. 6 miles, 960-foot elevation gain.

14064 11/5

Plaques at the junction of the BPA-Road and Firelane-12 commemorate the

acquisition of a 73-acre enclave within Forest Park in 1999. The land had

been slated for development but Metro, Portland Parks & Recreation, and

the Friends of Forest Park initiated a campaign and raised funding to

support the purchase of the property.

Strawberry Island to Beacon Rock, WA

Moderate. 6 miles, 848-foot elevation gain.

14065 11/12

Join us for a fun day hike through woods and wetlands on Strawberry

Island. Double-crested Cormorants, Ring-billed gull and California sea lions

frequent the area, so bring binoculars if you like. We will continue on to

Beacon Rock, where a steady climb to the top offers beautiful views of the

Columbia River Gorge.

Wygant Viewpoint/Mitchel Point, WA

Moderate. 6 miles, 800-foot elevation gain.

14043 9/3

Old growth forest, beautiful scenery and great views of the Columbia

River, Dog Mountain and Mitchell Point. Poison Oak in the area.

Wilson River/Elk Creek Trailhead to Kings Mountain Trail, OR

Difficult. 8.2 miles, 1,230-foot elevation gain.

14045 9/10

Forest cover comprises dominant stands of red alder and big-leaf maple,

with Douglas-fir, western hemlock, western red-cedar and the odd Pacific

yew. The understory is most commonly sword fern, with Oregon grape,

salal, and vine maple. Wildlife includes elk, Blacktail deer, coyote, bobcat,

beaver and a wide variety of birds.

Cape Horn Upper/Lower, WA

Difficult. 7.7 miles, 1,350-foot elevation gain.

14046 9/17

This trail loops around Cape Horn, passing waterfalls, and seasonal

wildflowers. Scenic views of Hamilton Mountain, Beacon Rock and the

Columbia River make this fun hike well worth the effort.

Red Rock Pass to Loowit, WA

Difficult. 8 miles, 1,700-foot elevation gain.

14048 9/24

To complete this trail you'll need keen navigation skills, footwear with

excellent traction, and confidence in your ability to cross narrow wash out

sections in steep gullies. If you have a fear of heights or any doubts about

your trail skills, this likely isn't the route for you. The Loowit is not an easy

trail, but it is an awesome adventure around one of the Pacific Northwest's

most storied volcanoes.

Cottonwood State Park, OR

Moderate. 6 miles, 50-foot elevation gain.

14050 10/1 Arrive at 7:15 a.m. Early departure at 7:30 a.m. sharp.

Cottonwood Canyon State Park is rugged and vast, from the vertical cliffs

carved by the John Day River to deep side canyons and arid, rocky

grasslands that extend for miles in all directions. The park’s 8,000-plus

acres are open for exploring, stargazing and contemplating the elemental

forces that carved this unique landscape.

Sleeping Beauty/Ice Caves, WA

Moderate 3 -5 miles, 1,430-foot elevation gain.

14057 10/8 Arrive at 7:15 a.m. Early departure at 7:30 a.m. sharp. .

A trail climbing 1,300-ft. in 1.5 miles (EXRTEMELY STEEP) . We will also have

time to enjoy the beauty of the Ice Caves (stalactites and stalagmites in

early season) . Though rated moderate , first part of hike is challenging.

Steigerwald Loop, WA

14044 9/9

The trail parallels the Columbia River at Washougal, offering excellent

views of Mt. Hood.

Salmon Morgan/Battle Ground Lake, WA

14047 9/23

Salmon Morgan is located near Brush Prairie. This natural area includes

81 acres of mature forest with open meadows and two creeks. We will

wrap up the day with a second hike around Battle Ground Lake.

LaCenter Bottoms/Woodland Dike, WA

14051 10/14

Originally a natural wetland, the river lowlands were diked to create

cropland. Today a portion of this land has been opened to the public and

a trail has been built on top of the old dike. Part of the dike has failed

and the winter water has returned, re-creating a habitat for waterfowl.

Whipple Creek, WA

14072 10/28

This fun hike takes us through colossal Douglas fir trees and waist-high

sword ferns, with remnants of an old grist mill along the way.

Powell Butte, OR

14073 11/11

The Powell Butte Nature Park is traversed by a network of trails. The

view from the summit of this 10 million-year-old Boring volcano include

Mount Saint Helens, Mt. Adams, and Mt. Rainier.

Irving to Sullivan Gulch, OR

14074 11/25

Join us for a fun and interesting hike to Sullivan Gulch, a populated

neighborhood in the Northeast section of Portland. The gulch extends

east from the Willamette River and originally was a forested riparian

area featuring a spring-fed pool and waterfalls. During the Great

Depression it was home to a "Hooverville" shanty town.

Orenco Woods, OR

14075 12/9

Loop trails, bridges, forested areas, rolling landscape, open meadows,

and riparian habitat make this a scenic hike you won’t want to miss.

Mt. Tabor Park Loop, OR

14076 12/23

Mt. Tabor is a city treasure of over 600 acres, with trails, wide-open

spaces and great views. We will pass by three famed reservoirs, which

received national Historic Landmark status in 2004.

Cascade Locks/Herman Creek, OR

Difficult. 7-8 miles, 960-foot elevation gain. 14066 11/19 Bring a lunch to eat on the trail. Old-growth Douglas fir, big leaf maple, and free standing rocky pinnacles

make this hike spectacular!

Saint Johns Bridge/Forest Park, OR

Moderate. 6.5 miles, 600-foot elevation gain. 14067 11/26

For those who would like to walk across the historic St. Johns bridge and

see the lush woods of northern Forest Park, this 6.5 mile loop is a great

way to enjoy them both. Portions of the trail can be muddy in the winter,

so please dress accordingly.

Warrior Rock, OR

Moderate. 7 miles, minimal elevation gain. 14068 12/3

Enjoy this woodsy trail along the Columbia River that leads to a miniature

lighthouse and sandy beach.

Tryon Creek, OR

Moderate. 6 miles, 630-foot elevation gain. 14069 12/10

This loop trail drops to the lush banks of Tryon Creek, climbs to the

opposite ridge and returns after several bridge crossings.

Oxbow Park, OR

Moderate. 6.4 miles, 500-foot elevation gain. 14070 12/17

This 1,200-acre natural area is located within the wild and scenic Sandy

River Gorge. Enjoy a hike through patches of old-growth forest and scenic

meadows alongside the rushing Sandy River, all minutes from Portland.

Forest Park New Year’s Eve Celebration, OR

Moderate. 4-6 miles, 600-foot elevation gain. 14071 12/31

Come join us for an exciting trek through Forest Park as we enjoy nature

and celebrate new beginnings.