Scheduled Hikes

Hello and welcome to the Hikes and Rambles schedule. Below are the planned hikes and details. They are subject to change due to trail conditions, weather, or leader schedules. For the most up to date news regarding schedules and plans, please subscribe to the Hikes and Rambles newsletter. 

 

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10/29 (Thu) - Ramble: Bauman's Harvest Festival Pumpkin Patch (Portland/Valley)
LATE DEPARTURE 9 am.
Leader: Nicole R
3 miles, flat
We can walk through two or three corn mazes and around the festival grounds.
Nicole R reports,

We will walk through a corn maze and around the festival grounds with goats, pigs, apples shot from cannons, and ladybug rides. Bring your lunch or purchase it there. Seniors must pay $15.00 to enter the Harvest Festival.

Drive 50 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 9:00 am. Leave from the second meeting place, WT, at 9:30 am. ($5/$4) Park and meet at the main entrance.  

 

11/3 (Tue) - Ramble: Nob Hill Nature Park (Portland/Valley)
Leaders: Yvonne J, Anneliese E
3-4 miles, elev. gain 200 ft.
We will explore a lovely little park near St.Helens, walking along the banks of the Columbia River and then a short walk into the town of St. Helens.
Yvonne J reports,

We scouted this hike in St Helens on a beautiful day in October. Take Columbia Blvd (Business 30) from State Road 30 east to First Street, turn right, and park at the south end of the street. You should see signs for the St Helens Downtown Historic District. From there, we will walk along a paved walkway to the Nob Hill Nature Park, which has views of the Columbia River and nice park benches. Then, we’ll make our way to a viewpoint before walking along the river to the Old Town Square. Hopefully, the square will be decorated for Halloween. There are interesting shops to explore, and we can have lunch afterwards at a restaurant near the water.

Drive 76 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 8:30 am. Arrive at the destination (350 South 1st St, St Helens, OR) at 9:30 am. ($8/$0)

 

11/5 (Thu) - Ramble: Mary S Young Park (Portland/Valley)
LATE DEPARTURE 9 am
Leader: Kathi N
3-4 miles, mostly flat
Enjoy this 128-acre forested park along the Willamette River. Trails are both paved and natural. Restrooms are available in the park.
Drive: 15 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 9am. Arrive at destination (19900 Willamette Dr, West Linn) at 9:20 am. ($2/$0)

Kathi N reports,

We scouted on a beautiful, slightly cool morning. We saw and heard numerous birds near the river, and the Fall color was at its best. It was dry when we scouted but if it starts raining, we may have to shorten the route and stay on the paved and flat natural trails. The few hills we encountered would be unsafe in wet weather. Sturdy shoes and poles are suggested. There will be water and snack breaks on the trail, but lunch is on your own.  We will meet at the restrooms near the parking lot.

Drive 15 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 9:00 am. Arrive at the destination (19900 Willamette Dr, West Linn) at 9:20 am. ($2/$0) There is no parking fee.

 

11/10 (Tue) - Ramble: Willamette River Greenway Trail (Portland/Valley)
Leader: Molly D
4 miles, flat
This will be the inaugural ramble on the newly completed section of the Willamette River Greenway Trail that connects Foothills Park, Roehr Park, and George Rogers Park. We will start at Foothills Park, rambling south to George Rogers Park, and return to Foothills Park. The short connecting stretch of this path has been long awaited. The trail is completely along the Willamette River.
Drive: 9 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 8:30 am. Arrive at destination (Group Picnic Pavilion, 199 Foothills Dr., Lake Oswego) at 8:45 am. ($1/$0)
 

11/12 (Thu) - Ramble: George Rogers Park to Cedaroak Boat Ramp (Portland/Valley)
LATE DEPARTURE 9 am
Leader: Jerrie N
5 miles, flat
This is a popular fall ramble along the Willamette River with fall foliage colors. We will walk on a tarmac path and streets. Dress warmly and appropriately for possible rainy weather. We will turn around at the boat ramp at Cedar Oak Drive, weather permitting.
Drive: 28 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 9 am. Arrive at destination (Lower parking lot at George Rogers Park, 611 S. State St Lake Oswego) at 9:15 am. ($3/$0)
 

11/17 (Tue) - MEETING: ANNUAL POTLUCK
Visit Christ Church Parish Located at 1060 Chandler Road. Time and event details TBD.