Scheduled Hikes

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10/6 (Tue) - Ramble: Multnomah Village (Portland/Valley)
LATE DEPARTURE 9:30 am
Leader: Liliana M
4.5 miles, flat
Explore the iconic landmark in a former 1908 electric railway station building that now functions as a massive craft beer and wine destination. Visit Shops and Boutiques, including independent stops like Annie Bloom's Books and Thinker Toys. Step into The French Quarter, which is a dedicated outdoor food cart pod, to find roughly ten diverse food and drink carts. Make a short trek over to the 89-acre Gabriel Park via the paved neighborhood paths to see the community gardens and open green fields.
Liliana M reports,

First, we will explore an iconic landmark, a former 1908 electric railway station building that now functions as a massive craft beer and wine destination. We will also visit independent shops like Annie Bloom's Books and Thinker Toys and then stop at The French Quarter, a dedicated outdoor food cart pod. Finally, we will make a short trek over to the 89-acre Gabriel Park via the paved neighborhood paths to see the community gardens and open green fields.

Drive 8 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 9:30 am. Arrive at destination (Multnomah Village Cultural Center, 7688 SW Capitol Hwy, Portland) at 9:45 am. ($1/$0)

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10/8 (Thu) - Easy Hike: Washington Park Loop (Portland/Valley)
Leader: Anne S
4 miles, elev. gain 475 ft.
This loop follows some of the most popular and beautiful trails in Washington Park and connects many sites and attractions within the area. We will start at the Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center before taking the Fir Trail to the Wildwood Trail, the Redwood Trail, and many others, including the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Trail. Hopefully, the autumn leaves will be at their peak at this time. There are restrooms at the Visitor Center and there is free parking along SW Fairview Blvd. There is also a pay-to-park lot near the Visitor Center.
Anne S reports,

The leaves are just beginning to turn in the Hoyt Arboretum. The loop trail that we will follow circles the Visitor Center and passes through the Viet Nam Veteran Memorial. The trail is well maintained except for random roots, but there are several steep sections. If you use poles, you should bring them. I saw many Dark-eyed Juncos and squirrels, and even a deer. There are restrooms at the Visitor Center and a porta potty at the archery range midway along the hike. We will eat lunch at the picnic tables in the pavilion opposite the Visitor Center.

Drive 26 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 8:30 am. Arrive at Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center (4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland) at 9:00 am. ($3/$0) Parking along Fairview Blvd is free. You can also pay to park in the Visitor Center lot using the ParkingKitty app.

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10/13 (Tue) - Easy Hike: Moulton Falls via East Fork of the Lewis River Trail (SW Washington)
Leader: Grier W, Ursula S
6.5 miles, elev. gain 300 ft.
In Moulton Falls Regional Park, we’ll walk along the Lewis River on a paved trail, then a well-groomed forested trail to the East Fork High Bridge, which is a dazzling vantage point over the river gorge. We’ll take detours to see Lucia Falls and Big Tree (Yacolt) Falls.
Grier W, Ursula S report,

On our scout, we walked across the East Fork high bridge and onto a wide, paved path and then a well-groomed, forested trail along the Lewis River. The pleasant out-and-back hike is nearly flat, and the trail is very wide and easy. There is a bit of up and down to view Yacolt Falls and Moulton Falls. Comfortable walking shoes should be worn and poles are optional. Lunch will be in a picnic area off the trail. There are nice bathrooms at the trailhead. 

***If you drive, be sure to enter the first entrance to the first parking lot as the second opening is an exit with one-way traffic control spikes which will damage your tires if you drive over them.  If that lot is full, there is another lot a bit further on.***

Drive 100 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 8:30 am. Leave from the second meeting point, JBT, at 9:00 am. ($10/$6)

 

10/15 (Thu) - Hike: Lewis River Falls (SW Washington)
EARLY DEPARTURE 7:30 am
Leader: Grier W, Amy C
6.8 miles, elev. gain 1,240 ft.
We will hike in a shady forest along the Lewis River to see three gorgeous waterfalls before returning to the trailhead.
Grier W reports,

We scouted this in-and-out hike on a glorious, chilly September day and the Fall color was just starting. We enjoyed the horizontal Lower Falls near the trailhead, then hiked through the forest and along the river 3.4 miles to the Upper Falls, where we had lunch. The trail is in good shape and boots and hiking poles are recommended. Some short, narrow areas of the trail have a relatively steep drop off and there are a couple of short, steep sections. We will stop in Cougar for restrooms and there is a vault toilet at the Lower Falls Day Use area trailhead. The roads to the trailhead are mostly paved with just a half mile or so of gravel and some potholes, so high clearance vehicles aren’t necessary. This beautiful hike is worth the long drive!

Drive 200 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 7:30 am. Leave from the second meeting place, JBT, at 8:00 am. ($20/$16) A NWFP or “America the Beautiful” pass is required.

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10/15 (Thu) - Ramble: Lake Oswego Art Walk (Portland/Valley)
LATE DEPARTURE 9 am
Leader: Molly D
2 miles, elev. gain 100 ft.
We’ll focus on the 8 new sculptures in the Lake Oswego Gallery Without Walls. These were unveiled in September 2026 and are concentrated in the downtown area, which makes for a nice walking tour of around 2 miles, including some elevation and staircases. As well as examining the 8 new sculptures, we’ll point out some others that remain from previous years. We’ll also stop at the Art Council office and view its indoor gallery. We will finish well before lunch. Lots of opportunities to share coffee or lunch afterwards. Many restrooms are available.

Molly D reports,

We’ll focus on the eight new sculptures in the Lake Oswego “Gallery Without Walls”. These were unveiled in September 2026 and are concentrated in the downtown area. This location makes for a nice walking tour of around two miles, including some elevation change and staircases. As well as examining the eight new sculptures, we’ll point out some others that remain from previous years. A couple of the new pieces are interactive, which will be fun to experience firsthand. We’ll also stop at the Art Council office and view its indoor gallery. We will finish well before noon so there will be lots of opportunities to share coffee or lunch afterwards. Restrooms are available before and during the ramble.

Drive 8 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 9:00 am. Arrive at the destination (corner of 1st and Evergreen St. in downtown Lake Oswego) at 9:15 am. ($1/$0) Park and meet at the fountain in Millennium Park.

 

SUBSTITUTED HIKE: 10/20 (Tue) Easy Hike: Sandy River Delta

Leader: Anne S

4 miles, elev. gain 55 ft

This trail through the Sandy River Delta offers a variety of landscapes, including meadows, wetlands and wooded areas.  We will start from the Sandy River Parking Area and proceed northeast along the boundary trail to the Columbia River and the Maya Lin Sandy River Confluence Bird Blind. The bird blind is an open-air oval composed of 10-foot-tall vertical slats made from locally sourced (invasive) black locust trees. The slats are engraved with the names and conservation statuses of 134 animal species recorded by Lewis & Clark.  From there we will walk west along the East Channel before returning to the parking area. Restrooms are available at the parking area and picnic tables are scattered throughout the park. 

Drive: 53 miles round trip.  Leave from WP at 8:30 am.  Leave from L&C at 9:15 am. ($5/$0) A NWFP is required to park in the Sandy River Parking Area.  An OSPP is required to park at L&C.

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10/20 (Tue) - Ramble: Champoeg State Park (Portland/Valley)
LATE DEPARTURE 9 am
Leader: Liliana M
4 - 5 miles, flat
Champoeg features a unique combination of history, nature, and recreation. This is the site where Oregon’s first provisional government was formed by a historical vote in 1843. It is situated on the south bank of the scenic Willamette River.
Drive: 40 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 9 am. Leave from WT at 9:15 am. ($4/$3)
Oregon State Park Pass required
 

10/22 (Thu) - Easy Hike: L L Stub Stewart Park Loop (Coast/Coastal Mountains)
Leader: Anne S
4.3 miles, elev. gain 561 ft.
L.L. "Stub" Stewart Memorial State Park is a1,654-acre Oregon State Park in Washington County near the community of Buxton. When the park opened in 2007, it was the first new full-service state park in Oregon since 1972.Our loop trail is generally considered to be a moderately challenging route and is a popular trail for birding. We will start the hike from the parking lot near the Welcome Center, where there are restrooms.
Drive: 76 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 8:30 am. Leave from SPS at 9 am. ($8/$6) Oregon State Park Pass required
 

10/27 (Tue) - Easy Hike: Silver Falls (Santiam Foothills)
Leader: Susannah F
5.5 miles, elev. gain 800 ft.
A fall favorite enjoying waterfalls, trees, and good company! We will most likely walk the winter falls loop but will make a final decision when we see the weather and conditions. Sturdy boots and poles (for those who use them) are highly recommended.
Drive: 102 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 8.30 am. Leave from WT at 9 am. ($10/$9) Oregon State Park Pass required

10/29 (Thu) - Ramble: Bauman's Harvest Festival Pumpkin Patch (Portland/Valley)
LATE DEPARTURE 9 am.
Leader: Nicole R
2-3 miles, flat
We can walk through two or three corn mazesand around the festival grounds.
Drive: 50 miles round trip. Leave from WP at 9am. Leave from WT at 9:30 am. ($5/$4)
There is no fee to shop at Bauman Store, but $15.00 for seniors to enter the Harvest Festival(subject to change).
 

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.
Drive: 76 miles round trip. Leave from WP at8:30 am. Arrive at destination (Nob Hill Nature Park, S 6th 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
4-5 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)
 

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.