Hood River Real Estate Update

Here are some upcoming hikes sponsored by Friends of the Gorge

Sunday, May 25, 2008    Pacific Crest Trail  Hike the Pacific Crest Trail from Cascade Locks to Herman Creek Campground. This hike is about 6 miles with an elevation gain of 1000 ft. This is a woodsy walk with great views and a stop at Dry Creek Falls. Hike leader will be Dana Berthold.   

First meeting place: 8:30 a.m. Gateway

Second meeting place: 9:15 a.m. at the Bridge of the Gods Trailhead (I-84 to Exit 44 Cascade Locks, turn right toward Bridge of the Gods. Trailhead is in the center of the circular ramp as you approach the bridge. A NW Forest Pass is required.)

 Saturday, May 31, 2008  Table Mountain  This hike will be led by Table Mountain site volunteer Ray Witter. It is a power climb up to the Table Mountain Loop Trail. You will hike part of the Pacific Crest Trail and see incredible views on this climb. The hike is 8 miles with a 3200 ft elevation gain.

First meeting place: 8:30 a.m. Gateway

Second meeting place: 9:00 a.m. at Bonnevile Hot Springs Resort (Take I-84 to Exit 44 Cascade Locks; cross the Bridge of the Gods to WA SR-14. Turn left heading west on SR 14. Turn right on Hot Springs Way. Turn right again at stop sign, continue to Bonneville Hot Springs Resort. Enter the resort and turn left into dirt parking lot, west of miniature golf.)

Saturday, May 31, 2008   White Salmon River  This hike along the beautiful White Salmon River has limited registration. The hike will include staff from PacifiCorp and outline plans to restore native salmon runs by removing Condit Dam.  It is approximately 9 miles with an 800 ft elevation gain/loss. For more information on this hike call Friends of the Gorge to register at  503-241-3762 x103.

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