Spring 2012

Daytrippers Hikes and Rambles

Sponsored by Friends of Tryon Creek State Park
(See www.tryonfriends.org  -- “Daytrippers” Link)
Click HERE for printed copy of brochure

 

Welcome to our Tuesday series of day hikes and rambles, most within two hours of Lake Oswego. “Hikes” are for hikers of intermediate ability. “Rambles” are typically shorter, less rugged, and more leisurely paced -- perfect for beginners.
Meeting Places All “Hikes” leave at 8:00 a.m. and “Rambles” at 8:30 a.m., unless otherwise indicated, from the City of Lake Oswego West End Building (4101 Kruse Way) lower parking lot. Individual descriptions include second pickup times and places. (See below for legend.) New participants should arrive 15 minutes early. All mileages indicated are roundtrip.
Fees All daytrips are free for members of Friends of Tryon Creek State Park ($30 per year or $40 per family); non-members pay $1 per trip. Carpool fees listed in description. $1 registration fee required on your first trip each year.
Preparation Weather-appropriate clothing, including hiking socks and lug-soled waterproof boots, recommended. Your daypack should carry your lunch, water, rain gear, and extra clothing. Always leave your trip plans with a family member or friend.
The Fine Print Leaders reserve the right to change daytrip locations because of poor driving or hiking conditions. Participants are responsible for their own safety and must be accompanied by an adult if under 18. No dogs, please.
Registration Form The first time you hike with the Daytrippers you will be asked to complete a 1-page registration form.

Second Pickup Locations

AWHD Airport Way Home Depot, Exit 24-B off I-205, SW corner of parking lot
CFM Clackamas Fred Meyer, Exit 12-A off I-205, north lot near Elmer's
JBC Jantzen Beach Center, Exit 308 off I-5, SW Office Depot parking lot
L&C Lewis & Clark State Park, Exit 18 off I-84, paved lot with restrooms
MHNFC Mt. Hood Natl Forest Center, 16400 Champion Way, off Hwy 26 in Sandy, just west of Fred Meyer
SPS Sunset Plaza Safeway, Exit 67 off US 26W, NW Murray Rd at Cornell Rd.   

 

May| Coordinator: Barbara Manildi

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Hike: Hamilton Mountain Leader: Vicci Martinazzi. Beginning near Beacon Rock State Park, hike a 7.5 miles, 2100 ft. ^, loop with yellow maples & firs, waterfalls & wildflowers. View Mt Adams & Table Mt. Boots/poles required. Drive 80 miles ($8). 2nd pickup 8:30 at JBC ($5).

Ramble: Silver Falls State Park—Trail of Ten Falls Leader: Kathy Bell. A 7 mile, 300 ft. ^ loop along the banks of scenic Silver Creek. View 10 waterfalls  ranging from 27’ Delicate Falls to dramatic 178’ South Falls. Pass behind four of them. Drive 130 miles ($13). No 2nd pickup. $5/car parking fee.

 

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Hike: Five-Mile Butte Leaders: Elaine McWilliams & Val Gibson. Hike 6.5 miles, 1500 ft. ^. This loop trail follows Eight-mile Creek as well as climbing to the lookout tower and further views of central Oregon. Drive 170 miles ($17). 2nd pickup 8:30 at CFM ($14). NWFS or Golden Age parking pass required.

 

Ramble: Historic Milwaukie Leader: Laurie Simmons. Walk about 5 miles through historic Milwaukie and learn about Bing Cherries! This “sidewalk” ramble is mostly flat, with just a few hills. Lunch at a  private park. Drive 18 miles ($2). 2nd meeting place 8:50 at Milwaukie  Boat Ramp, SE Jackson St. at the Willamette River, Milwaukie.

 

June | Coordinator: Helen Hansen

5 Hike: Dog Mountain Leader: Diane Bradshaw. Hike 7 strenuous miles, 2900 ft. ^. Stretch your calves, and lunch with balsamroot! Drive 125 miles ($13). 2nd pickup 8:45 at L&C ($8). Shared bridge tolls. NWFS or Golden Age parking pass required.

 

Ramble: Angels Rest Leader: Mickey Chewning. Walk 4.4 moderate miles, 1500 ft. ^. Beautiful view at the top for lunch! Drive 70 miles ($7). 2nd pickup 9:15 at L&C ($2).

 

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Hike: Mt Hebo Leader: Doug Hawley. Hike 6.4 miles, 1500 ft. ^. Possible ocean views, interesting trailside. Prepare for just about any weather. Hurricane winds will cause an alternative. Sullivan describes as “difficult.” Drive 205 miles ($21). No 2nd pickup. NWFS or Golden Age parking pass required.


Ramble: Forest Park Leaders: Jim Squires & Anne Wilson. LATE START: 9 AM. Hike 5 moderate miles, 200 ft. ^, in beautiful Forest Park. Drive 20 miles ($2). No 2nd pickup.

 

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Hike: Lava Canyon Leader: Kathy Bell. Hike 5 miles, 1600 ft. ^. Spectacular canyon on Mt St Helens with carved waterfall chutes and a huge lava tower called “The Ship.” We will cross suspension bridges and climb a 40 ft. vertical metal ladder. Drive 158 miles ($16). 2nd pickup 8:30 at JBC ($12). NWFS parking pass required (available at trailhead).

Ramble: Champoeg Park Leader: To Be Announced. Hike 4 smiles in the park, minimal elevation gain/loss. Drive 40 miles ($4). No 2nd pickup. State Park Pass required.

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Hike: Birkenfeld Mountain Leader: Barbara Manildi. Hike 10.8 miles, 1413 ft. ^, (plus some ups & downs) on the PCT north of Table Mountain. Open mountaintop—should be some nice views and wild-flowers. Drive 136 miles ($14). 2nd pickup 8:45 at L&C ($9). Bridge toll.

 

Ramble: Swan Island Beach Leader: Sue Barrett. Walk 4.4 miles in the industrial area and beach. Drive 30 miles ($3). Call leader for location of 2nd pickup.

 

July | Coordinator: Jane Halling

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Hike: Grassy Knoll Leaders: Joyce & Gary Bonds. Hike 6.4 miles, 1000 ft. ^, through Douglas Fir woods and wildflower meadows to an old lookout site with views of Mt Adams & Mt Hood. Drive 148 miles ($15). 2nd pickup 8:45 at L&C ($10). Bridge toll.

 

Ramble: Wilsonville Korean War Memorial (Plus)  Leader: Keith Henson. Walk 3-4 miles, minimal elevation change. Wilsonville is growing fast. New stuff. Drive 10 miles ($1). No 2nd pickup.

 

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Hike: Knebal Springs/Bottle Prairie Loop Leader: Jeanine Thoene. Hike an 8.5 mile loop, 1800 ft. ^, climbing wooded ridges to a mountain viewpoint, crossing some roads & clearcuts. We share trail maintained by bicyclists. Drive 180 miles ($18). 2nd pickup 8:30, CFM ($15). NWFS parking pass required.

 

Ramble: University Falls Leader: Vicci Martinazzi. Ramble 6 miles, 900 ft. ^, through the Tillamook State Forest to this frequently photographed waterfall. Bring boots, poles & extra water. Drive 90 miles ($9). 2nd pickup 9:00 at SPS ($7).

 

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Hike: Elk Meadow Leader: Carolyn Knutson. Hike 8 miles, 1800 ft. ^. Cross rushing Newton Creek. Hike up Elk Mountain, along Bluegrass Ridge & down steep trail to the meadow. Fabulous wildflowers and views, adventure all the way. Wear good boots; bring poles. Drive 130 miles($13). 2nd pickup 8:30 at CFM($10). NWFS parking pass required.

 

Ramble: Lost Lake Leader: Elaine McWilliams. Hike a 3.4 mile loop around Lost Lake, 100 ft ^. Enjoy forest, lakeshore & Mt Hood views, as well as flora and fauna. Drive 190 miles ($19). 2nd pickup 9:15 at L&C ($14). Parking fee $7/car .

 

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Hike: Chinidere & Tomlike Mountains Leader: Pat Ahern. Hike 6 miles, 1250 ft. ^ . Views of the Cascades and the Gorge highlight this pretty walk along the PCT past Wahtum Lake and its beautiful wildflowers. Drive 206 miles ($21). 2nd pickup 8:45 at L&C ($16). NWFS parking pass required.

 

Ramble: Washington Park Leader: Rita McCormick. Walk 3- 3.5 miles, some up & down. Includes the Holocaust Memorial, Sacajawea statue and King’s Hill classic home area. Drive 16 miles ($2). 2nd meeting place Salmon Street park entrance; call leader for details.

 

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Hike: Butte Camp Trail Leader: Lu Pinson. Hike 8 miles, 1500 ft  ^.  Within seconds of leaving the trailhead, you can see the entire route. The massive bulk of Mt St Helens looms ahead, and just to the left lie the Twin Domes. Drive 166 miles ($17). 2nd pickup 8:30 at JBC.

 

Ramble: Lower Twin Lake Leader: Elaine McWilliams. Hike 4.2 miles RT and 700 ft. ^, with optional .9 mile stroll around the lake. Peaceful lakeside lounging for lunch or naps—or even wading. Drive 120 miles ($12). 2nd pickup 9:00 at CFM ($9). NWFS  parking pass required.

 

August | Coordinator: Dorothy Farmer

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Hike: Cooper Spur Leader: Mel Taylor. Hike from Cloud Cap trailhead to historic rock shelter 6 miles RT, 1000 ft. ^, or continue to Tie-In Rock, 8.2 miles RT, 2800 ft. ^. High point: 8514 ft. Great views: above timberline and Eliot Glacier. Drive 170 miles ($17). Last 8 miles slow gravel. 2nd pickup 8:30 at CFM ($14). NWFS parking pass required.


Ramble: Central Salmon River Leader: Jane Halling. Hike 4.5 miles, 200 ft. ^, beside the river, through beautiful old growth forest. Drive 100 miles ($10). 2nd pickup 9:00 at CFM ($7). NWFS parking pass.

 

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Hike: French Creek Ridge Leader: Terry Morse. EARLY DEPARTURE: 7:30 A.M. Hike 8 miles, 1500 ft. ^, , on the border of Opal Creek Wilderness, with views of Mt Jefferson & Three Sisters. With luck we will find Phantom Bridge. Old growth fir, in-season wildflowers and maybe ripe huckleberries. 2 mile car shuttle. Drive 198 miles ($20). No 2nd pickup. NWFS parking pass required.


Ramble: Tamanawas Falls Leader: To Be Announced. Walk 5.6 miles, 900 ft. ^, to a beautiful falls off the Mount Hood Loop Highway. Drive 150 miles ($15). 2nd pickup 9:00 at CFM ($12). NWFS parking pass required.

 

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Hike: Bald Mountain Leader: Rich Conser. Hike 7 miles, 1300 ft. ^, along the PCT from Lolo Pass to the Top Spur/Timberline Trail junction. Then follow an abandoned trail to an old lookout site with a fantastic Mt. Hood view. Drive 112 miles ($11). 2nd pickup 8:45 at MHNFC ($5).


Ramble: Crosstown Trails Leader: To Be Announced. Walk the trails in the Government Camp area. Drive 100 miles ($10). 2nd pickup 9:00 A.M. at CFM ($7).

 

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Hike: Hummocks Loop & Coldwater Ridge Leaders: Sharon Westcott & Lu Pinson. EARLY DEPARTURE 7:30 A.M. Hummocks Loop: Hike 2.6 miles, 300 ft. ^, , among hill-sized chunks of shattered volcano across from the northern slope of Mt St Helens, plus ponds and a river-carved canyon. Then we will do Coldwater Ridge: Hike 4-6 miles, 1300 ft. ^, . Views of Coldwater Lake and blasted logging equipment from 1980. Enjoy the Johnston Ridge Visitor Center following the hike—$8 Monument Pass (or Senior Pass) required. This will be a long day! Drive 240 miles ($24) . 2nd pickup 8:00 at JBC ($21).


Ramble: To Be Announced Leader: To Be Announced.

 

 

Scheduling  Becky Richardson, Lu Pinson, Val Gibson  | Ramble Liaison  Sue Barrett  | Operations Manager  Barbara Parker  | Editor/Publisher  Sharon Westcott