Description: An out-and-back hike with a gentle grade to a scenic alpine lake. Registration for this hike will open July 7.
Distance: 9.4 miles round-trip. Plan on spending 7-8 hours including drive time to/from the trailhead.
Elevation gain/loss: 1000 feet of gain.
What to bring: Ten essentials, water, snack/lunch, and proper footwear (no tennis shoes or sandals). Bug repellent and bug/sun protection. Dogs are not allowed on this hike.
Difficulty level: Moderate.
Number of hikers: 10 including the hike leader.
Carpooling: Carpooling can be arranged at the meeting place. If you ride with someone, please donate to their gas fund. Be generous for obvious reasons.
Meeting place: The Grove in NW Crossing: 921 NW Mount Washington Drive, Bend. We'll grab a table in the general seating area, near Thump. Come early to grab a coffee and chat with others before we arrange carpools. Be prepared to leave by 8:00 am sharp!
Trail Map and Description: The last seven miles of road to the trailhead are unpaved. Distance from The Grove is about 50 miles. Drive time 1 hour 30 minutes. There is no rest room at the trailhead. A Northwest Forest Pass or a Senior National Parks Pass is needed to park at the trailhead.
Contact: Gary Jones, 503-551-5712
