TRAIL CONNECTORS
& EVENTS
what is Trail Connectors?
We are a community of people that share a passion for the outdoors. We respect nature as an endless gift to explore and soothe our minds, bodies and souls. But better yet, we do it together. There is an exciting hiking series planned through September, and we hope you all can join these adventures with us.
Dalles Mountain Ranch Loop
in the Columbia River Gorge
DATE: Sunday, May 3rd
Time: 8:45 AM
meet: at the Crawford Oaks trailhead at 8:30 am or at the Lacamas Lake Lodge at 6:50 am to carpool (leaving at 7:00 am)
Cost: Book this hike using your unlimited membership, a class from one of your packs, or "drop on in" for $20 (pricing page)
REGISTER: Be sure to sign up on our booking calendar on Sunday, May 3rd and in the "Add Your Message" box, let us know if you will be meeting at the trailhead or wanting to carpool from the Lodge
This hike is not your typical gorge forest hike. It's an open landscape with Columbia River and mountain views filled with wildflowers.
Hike Details and Preparation:
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Hike is approx. 7 miles with 1000ft elevation gain. Moderate difficulty in about 3.5 hours
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Please sign up 24 hours prior to departure
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Meet at the trailhead at 8:30am or, meet at Lacamas Lodge at 6:50am if you want to carpool, with a prompt departure at 7am
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Bring DISCOVER Pass if you are driving yourself. Meet at Crawford Oaks Trailhead. We will start hiking at 8:45am
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Restrooms at the trailhead
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Bring water and snacks
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Wear good hiking shoes. The winds can pick up in this area, so bring a jacket with a hood
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Bring hiking poles if you prefer
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There are ticks, poison oak and rattlesnakes known to be on this trail. With our cooler temperatures, we shouldn't see much. Wear pants and tick repellant to be safe.
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Cell service is always spotty in the gorge, but pretty decent on this trail
It's recommended to be prepared with the 10 hiking essentials at anytime you are in the wilderness https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/ten-essentials.html
May 3 wildflower hike
ROCK CLIMBING AT MOVEMENT GYM (portland)
DATE: SUNDAY, MAY 3RD
(last one until fall!)
time: 3-5 PM
meet: At the Lodge for carpool (2:30pm) or at MOVEMENT GYM IN PORTLAND
Join our Mountain Tops group and amazing volunteers for a rock climbing event at Movement Climbing, Yoga & Fitness in Portland! Whether you're a first-time climber or you've joined us before, this is a great chance to challenge yourself, build confidence, and have fun with the group. Volunteers from Adaptive PDX will be there to support and encourage as we explore the walls together. Come climb, connect, and enjoy a great time with the Mountain Tops community!
Cost: $25
Register on the Booking Calendar
