Recent Hikes

November 29, 2015 Roman Final Falls 7 miles 1,000 feet gained

Hiked to canyon overlook. Wow this trail is really getting crowded - but for a good reason.

November 29, 2015 Mountainkat Bonney Butte 11.4 miles 1,500 feet gained

It was one of those days where we thought things were just going to go wrong, but, it ended up being a fantastic day! We planned on hiking on the east side of the Gorge, but, once on the freeway, we saw clouds in that direction. By the time we reached Hood River, the clouds were thick. We decided not to do our planned hike. We drove up highway 35 to Mt. Hood...

November 29, 2015 BeaverDawg Sheep Canyon 8.1 miles 1,500 feet gained

We wanted to get in a hike while the skies were still blue. St. Helen's was a perfect choice. We saw zero people until we were just about back to the trail head on the return and then we only saw a couple and their dog. We enjoyed our time above treeline where is was a little breezy but not too cold. A small group of elk crossed the trail in front of us on t...

November 29, 2015 Rhonda Burnt Lake 12 miles 2,750 feet gained

Went to Zig Zag via Burnt Lake today. It was a brisk 19 degrees at the trail head but warmed as we climbed. Trail was anywhere from dry and clear to patchy snow and ice up to Burnt Lake. There was one nasty section of ice to maneuver through but manageable with spikes. Once we headed up to Zig Zag, it became all snow, anywhere from just a few inches to aroun...

November 29, 2015 Mileage Mike Elowah Falls 2.3 miles 750 feet gained

Got out late as we were visiting my oldest son in Portland. I felt okay and thought some fresh air would do us good. It was bitterly cold at the TH due to the high winds, but we were well prepared. This was a very short but spectacular hike! We stopped before the bridge over McCord Creek due so an ice coating on the rocks and bridge. We watched two men comin...

November 28, 2015 Roman McGill Reservoir 2.5 miles 0 feet gained

Lunch break hike.

November 28, 2015 Stacey Artist Point 8 miles 3,000 feet gained

Snow hike in Yosemite along the Pohono Trail from Tunnel View to Stanford Point. Not enough snow for snowshoes until after Stanford Point, but microspikes were very useful.

November 28, 2015 Mileage Mike Elk Creek 7.4 miles 1,500 feet gained

A beaufiful day in an awesome area turned out to be a death march! A few miles into the trail I started having stomach pains, and thought it was just indigestion. We kept going but the pain was only getting worse, so we turned around and headed back to the TH. I showed my wife how to send an SOS on our Delorme In-Reach Explorer in case I couldn't go further ...

November 28, 2015 Rich Tamanous 16.5 miles 3,500 feet gained

November 28, 2015 Father Guido Sarducci Mount Ellinor 6.67 miles 3,250 feet gained

Summer route used. Traction devices advised.

November 27, 2015 JM Lookout Mountain 10 miles 3,250 feet gained

Hike w/ Roman...see TR http://www.oregonhikers.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=23001

November 27, 2015 Roman Lookout Mountain 10 miles 3,000 feet gained

Hike with Jeremiah and Rich. We started at Hwy 35 with dusting of snow on the ground and 15F temps (didn't feel really cold - no wind and probably very low humidity). After about 2 miles the snow started to increase but only got to 6-8 inches near the top, more in drifts. Lots of views on the last leg of the trail. There was pretty good wind on the top but b...

November 27, 2015 Mileage Mike Tootle 5.6 miles 1,250 feet gained

It was somewhat late until we got out of the house but our daughter-in-law had never been close up to Mt. St. Helens. In fact, we found out she had never hiked in the snow (grew up in the San Francisco Bay area)! We parked at the Kalama Horse (light dusting of snow on the ground) Camp and headed up the Cinnamon trail, where there is a nice view of Mt. St. He...

November 27, 2015 Rich Nottingham Campground/Day Use 10 miles 3,000 feet gained

November 27, 2015 Jim Sturgeon Rock 7 miles 1,500 feet gained

Took Henry, my 5 month old German shorthair pup, out for his maiden hike. 'Twas great fun.

November 26, 2015 Roman 3 miles 0 feet gained

November 26, 2015 Mileage Mike Brock Creek 7.7 miles 1,250 feet gained

I went with my son and daughter in law for a nice hike in this area. We were the only one's parked at the TH! Great day!

November 26, 2015 Mountainkat Devils Rest 9.92 miles 3,000 feet gained

Thanksgiving Day hike with some friends.

November 26, 2015 Karl Hamilton Island 3.5 miles 250 feet gained

Harleigh and I both needed to stretch after yesterday, and I thought he was especially deserving, so we joined a "hiking with dogs" group to wander around the frozen gorge this beautiful #OptOutside day! Both people and dogs made new friends. Pretty nice way to spend the morning. :-) [The sign said "Strawberry Island" - no idea why the map calls it "Hamilton...

November 25, 2015 Mountainkat Cook Hill 12.76 miles 5,000 feet gained

A friend and I hiked this trail shortly after the lower elevation snowfall last week. Once past the Dog Mountain junction, the trail had just a bit of snow for most of the way, with several inches at the higher elevations. We continued past the summit down to the opening with views of St. Helens, Rainier, and Adams. We did not have enough time before sunset ...

November 25, 2015 Mileage Mike Packard Creek 3 miles 500 feet gained

My wife and I took a break from cleaning the house, for Thanksgiving, and headed out to Whipple Creek. It was nice to get out and get some fresh air!

November 24, 2015 Mileage Mike Coopey Falls 8.4 miles 2,500 feet gained

I wanted to climb up some elevation in an effort to hike in the snow. Not many hikers on the trail, but then it was a weekday. Once I passed up Angels Rest there were NO hikers all the way to Devil's Rest! At about 2000 feet there was snow on the trail and the trees, and there were snow flurries all the way to Devil's Rest. No serious debris or landslides on...

November 22, 2015 Roman Coldwater Lake 11.5 miles 2,250 feet gained

Made the loop clockwise. I started late (watched sunset 5 miles in) and finished by moonlight. There was an inch or two of snow on the ridge SE of the lake - it was so bright I almost didn't use my flashlight! Could see all surrounding mountains and MSH was rising above Johnston Ridge like a white cloud. Very still and quiet, magic night...

November 22, 2015 Woodswalker Birth Of A Lake 10 miles 1,750 feet gained

A friend invited me to go to Mt St Helen's with her yesterday, so off we went. The road up was icy in spots but fine. Just enough snow to make it beautiful. We parked at the Hummocks and road walked to The south Coldwater lake TH. As usual, beautiful views everywhere. We continued up towards Coldwater Peak and went about a mile beyond the junction with the t...

November 22, 2015 Mileage Mike Campground: Government Mineral Springs 8.1 miles 1,500 feet gained

Another great day on the trail in Trapper Creek Wilderness! We originally were going to make a loop of the Trapper Creek trail and Observation Peak trail but changed our minds. We ended up heading for Observation Peak with the knowledge we wouldn't make it since we got another late start. The winds during the drive in the Gorge were brutal, but there was min...

November 21, 2015 Roman Road 19 Trail 4 miles 1,500 feet gained

Hiked the trail to the top of the ridge - planned a bit longer hike but was slowed by new blowdowns. I can only guess how it looks further on the ridge where fallen trees weren't cleared in years - but for some reason I like it this way. A bit rough, a bit treacherous, that's the character of Hunchback.

November 21, 2015 Roman McGill Reservoir 2.5 miles 250 feet gained

Took an hour off work to hike with my dog. D. Robertson Park - golf course - McMenamins loop.

November 21, 2015 Mountainkat Tanner Butte 20 miles 5,250 feet gained

A really great day hiking with some wonderful people. Congratulations to Rhonda and Mark on their first 20 miler and congratulations to Jim on returning to the trail. It was a pleasure to meet all of you. And thanks again, Karl, for inviting us to join the hike!

November 21, 2015 Rhonda Tanner Butte 20 miles 5,250 feet gained

We have done it! We have completed our first ever 20+mile hike this past Saturday and we did it on none other than Tanner Butte. Fitting huh? Karl planted the idea a few weeks back when we had a conversation about wanting to get our first twenty under our belt before the end of the year. We sat around and waited for the perfect weekend weather report and onc...

November 21, 2015 Karl Tanner Butte 20 miles 5,250 feet gained

Awesome day with great trailfriends, old and new, visiting the gorge peak that's farthest from any trailhead. Two of whom bagged their first 20-miler! There really isn't a better trail to do it on, either. :-) Started early, in the frosty cold, and never really escaped that. Although, the summit itself was a balmy 40-ish degrees with no wind! Otherwise, low-...

November 21, 2015 Mileage Mike Lady Creek 8.4 miles 2,000 feet gained

We arrived at the Pioneer Bridle TH a bit late and knew we would have difficulty making it to Enid Lake. My real objective, though, was to hit snow and experience some of the white stuff! It was a sunny and brisk 36 degrees when we reached the TH but we were prepared for both the cold and wind. The wind was rather calm for all but the region near the old fen...

November 21, 2015 B-Dog Clark Lake 10 miles 750 feet gained

I am going to use this entry to log my training runs around Clark Lake. This park is just down the street from my house and offers a nice trail system around swamp lands as well as a local lake. It is a dog friendly park and provides a great chance for Mindy to get some exercise as well !!! I have figured out a complex loop that will provide 3.25 miles of hi...

November 20, 2015 Mountainkat Nesmith Point 10.86 miles 3,750 feet gained

Part two of a fun day of post-windstorm hiking!

November 20, 2015 Mountainkat Horsetail Falls 6.96 miles 1,750 feet gained

A fun day visiting the gorge after the recent wind storm.

November 20, 2015 Karl Nesmith Point 11 miles 4,000 feet gained

Following a spectacular failure trying to get to Bell Creek, Nesmith Point sounded like a good and nearby leg-stretcher! Lots of blowdown here, too, most all below 2000'. Very cold on top, but not much snow. Just occasional patches 1/2" or so deep. Finished last couple miles under headlamp. Curse "standard" time!

November 20, 2015 Karl Oneonta 7 miles 1,750 feet gained

The original plan was to do the Bell Creek loop, coming from Oneonta Creek. But the recent storm(s) have had their way with that trail! Repairs to last year's slide area held up well, but there were uncounted new log falls across the trail, or taking the trail out entirely with their rootballs. Nonetheless, getting to Triple Falls is still doable for the mil...

November 20, 2015 Rich Devil Canyon 1 miles 3,500 feet gained

November 20, 2015 Rhonda Lolo Pass 3 miles 1,000 feet gained

Goal of the day. See some snow. Had snow at the trail head. Well icy snow. strolled about a mile and half up and then headed back down. We have a large full day hike planned tomorrow and didn't want to tire ourselves on on slippery, icy snow. Saw several tracks including fresh bear prints. Fresh as in 20 minutes fresh. Wasn't there when we went by and 20 min...

November 20, 2015 Mileage Mike Powell Butte 5.4 miles 1,000 feet gained

A really nice day but strong winds on the butte made it seem much colder than the 48 deg. on my car display. I was prepared and quite comfy, though! Not too crowded and nice view of snow capped Mt. Hood and St. Helens!

November 19, 2015 Mileage Mike Cottonwood Point 8.1 miles 250 feet gained

I first started at the Steigerwald Lake parking area off hwy 84. Unfortunately, the bridge over Gibbon Creek was damaged by the storm, and a fallen tree took out some of the wood boards. I had to turn around and find a different parking area near Captain William Clark Park. Plenty of drizzle and some wind for most of the hike, but I was well prepared. Not ma...

November 17, 2015 Woodswalker Riverside 5 miles 750 feet gained

Went with a couple of friends I hadn't seen in awhile for a short hike. Masses of mushrooms, loads of green and even a few sunbreaks!! The downpour held off until we were back at the car. Still some visible snow on the surrounding hills. The Clackamas was pretty calm in places, but all the side creeks were muddy brown and flowing fast. Wonderful day.

November 15, 2015 Mileage Mike City of Portland Reservoir Number 3 8.6 miles 1,000 feet gained

Hopefully, this is the last weekend day we need to stay close to home. We're hoping to have some fun in the snow next weekend, if possible? This was another very nice afternoon on the Wildwood trail but it was much more crowded today, as there were a huge number of trail runners. Not much solitude but plenty of fresh air and beautiful forest scenery! It was ...

November 15, 2015 JM Lady Creek 10.5 miles 1,750 feet gained

Matt, Daniel and myself hiked from Hwy 26 @ Kiwanis Camp up to Enid Lake on the Pioneer Bridle Trail as the snow fell yesterday. It was absolutely fantastic hiking into the snow. We made a side trip to ZigZag Falls and did a loop around the tiny Enid lake, just West of Gov't Camp. Temps were hovering around freezing most of the day and the snow was intermitt...

November 15, 2015 Mountainkat Beacon Rock 7.5 miles 2,000 feet gained

A quick hike in the rain. Hardy Creek was raging. We did not have any views, but, the clouds always add a unique element to a familiar trail. We saw about six other groups on the trail, who also appeared to be enjoying the day!

November 15, 2015 Rhonda Salmon Falls 4 miles 1,000 feet gained

Did a quick 4 mile stroll on the Little North Santiam trail. Hadn't been here before and really enjoyed it. It was raining really good so we opted not to do the full 9 miles today but will go back on a drier day and finish it up.

November 15, 2015 Father Guido Sarducci Point Defiance 8 miles 1,500 feet gained

November 14, 2015 Mileage Mike Crown Point 5.8 miles 500 feet gained

We only had the afternoon for the hike and decided to stay close to home. We basically hiked around the entire park and tried to reach the Columbia River by hiking up the boat channel, but it wasn't accessible for the last couple blocks. Very few people in the park, due to the weather, which made it a better experience. We just made it out before sundown, an...

November 14, 2015 JM Herman Bridge 8.5 miles 2,000 feet gained

It was supposed to rain all day, and heavy, but it ended up being totally dry and a good day to hike (go figure!). I started at Herman Creek TH, where there were only 3 other cars @ 10am. I hiked up to the jct w/ the 405-E bridge trail and made my way down to Herman Creek, where I actually saw the trail's namesake for the first time! Very nice! Then up to th...

November 14, 2015 Karl Cougar Canyon 5.5 miles 250 feet gained

Just a quick getaway on a nicer-than-expected evening...

November 14, 2015 B-Dog Yakima Peak 2 miles 1,000 feet gained

Had a great day out with my buddy Simon. It was his 1st winter summit and he rocked it !!!! ....looking forward to many more with him this season. The only thing that could have made this trip better would have been snow instead of RAIN !!! I brought my skis because there was a video on TAY of some people who got out on Thursday the 12th and had 6" of Pow on...