🥾2025 - SF - ATC - Hike #02 🐇

I will be outside Starbucks in the parking lot for the Oregon City Shopping Center just off of 99E (SE McLoughlin Blvd). Trailhead: South Falls Parking Lot (near Restrooms by parking)

WHEN: Monday, May 12th, 2025
TIME: 10:15-5:45pm
WHERE: Starbucks Parking Lot (1900 OR-99E N. Oregon City, OR 97045), or Silver Falls State Park, South Falls Parking Lot
DISTANCE: +/- 13mi (20.92km)*
ELEVATION: +/- 1,565ft (477m)*
PACE: +/- 2.7mph (4.34kmh)*
DIFFICULTY: Moderate (somewhat challenging pace/distance/elevation)
DURATION: +/- 7.5hrs* (includes driving)

Inaugural 🥾Silver Falls🌲All Trails Challenge - 2025🐇

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📜 Welcome to the Inaugural Silver Falls All Trails Challenge!
Get ready to lace up your boots for a brand new eight-hike adventure through one of Oregon’s most breathtaking gems, Silver Falls State Park. Nestled just 20 miles ESE from Salem, this ultra-lush 9,000+ acre paradise is the largest state park in Oregon, and it’s packed with over 24 miles of scenic trails, rich forest canopies, and a waterfall for nearly every mile!

💪🏽These are NOT beginner friendly, as we will be keeping a pace of an average of 2.7mph or greater throughout, could be slightly faster/slower depending on groups’ abilities/trail conditions. These hikes are between 9-13mi in length. I try to go as fast as the slowest person will allow me. This can be difficult for some that have sedentary lifestyles, so please don’t be discouraged if at first you don’t succeed, just try try try again.
Remember, ALL metrics are estimates only and may be subject to change without notice⚖️

🚗🚙 Since this is not in town, I will be setting up carpooling. Meet in the large parking lot outside of Starbucks at the Oregon City Shooping Center off of 99E (SE McLoughlin Blvd).
It is approximately 80mi total driving, please pay $8 to your drivers for gas. Whomever pays for parking is exempt from the gas fee.
For those who want to carpool, just know that you should be prepared to drive, especially if you are running late.
If you are driving directly to the Trailhead, please come early enough to find a spot and be at the meetup location on time.

NOTE: There is poor cellular service here so I will not be reachable for directions or to inform me of tardiness. We will begin on time.

🅿️ Gladstone: The address given is for location purposes only. There are no fees at the carpooling location.
Silver Falls: South Falls Parking Lot (turn West, not East ((that’ll take you to Howard Creek Horse Camp)) off of Silver Falls Hwy SE).
$5 Day-use parking permit (1-day purchased on-site). Annual State Parks Pass Here.
https://oregonstateparks.reserveamerica.com/posProducts.do?contractCode=OR&posFilterCat=598053577

Meetup Coordinates (Oregon City): 45.36781° N, 122.59962° W📍
Trailhead Coordinates (Silver Falls): 44.87759° N, 122.65574° W 📍

Be Prepared
• A positive attitude, sense of wonder and wish to be a part of a greater community of truly amazing people❤️
• Weather appropriate clothing/Adjustable layers 🧤
• Food, WATER, Snacks and anything you’ll need/want to be comfortable🥪💧
• My events are cannabis friendly; enjoy responsibly and be mindful🦉
• Valuables - Better safe than sorry, leave them at home or secure them out of sight in vehicles🚫 = 💍👜📦
• Community and Respect: Following the event rules is mandatory. Adherence to community guidelines ensures safety and enjoyment for all.


Expectations
Safety Comes First! 🚑
If you're feeling under the weather, please skip this hike. We prioritize the health and safety of our group!
The Golden Rule 📯
No one gets left behind. Hike as a cohesive unit from start to finish

A Community Effort🤝
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