⛰Gnarl Ridge (Mt. Hood) - ⛰

Another Mt. Hood classic! We will start at Elk Meadows TH off of Hwy 35.
Weather forecast calls for a high of 60F only!

Starting point: Elk Meadows
Distance: 10-12 miles
Elevation gain: 2400 feet
Difficulty: Challenging

Due to distance and elevation, you MUST be in a great physical shape‼️
Hiking style: moderate and enjoyable, but with a STEADY pace (2-2.5mph). We’ll stop for pictures and eat lunch at our high point overlooking Gnarl Ridge. We will go from the TH to Elk Meadows, up to Gnarl ridge and then hop onto the Timberline trail for additional fun through Newton Creek.

Our hiking community never leaves a hiker behind. We stop to wait for the slower hikers to make sure all are safe. But please be sure to keep our enjoyable pace!

RIVER CROSSING: We have TWO rivers to cross... Both doable, but trekking poles may help. If you're comfortable to cross in your hiking boots, cool! If you want to bring crocks to cross, that's totally cool too!

Please bring:

• plenty of water (3 liters minimum!)
• snacks/lunch/power bars
• appropriate hiking shoes/attire
• clean shoes for the ride back
• positive attitude 🥳
• lots of sunscreen/hats

Donations to drivers $15 (exact -cash- is appreciated). This will cover 120 miles of driving. Drive time will be approximately 1.5 hr from Target. NW Pass is required.

CARPOOL: Carpool is organized at the specified meeting hour. If you're running late, you may need to drive yourself. + Bring your NW Pass. Carpool is never an issue, as long as we have enough drivers.😉

MEETING SPOT: Target, Mall 205 9800 SE Washington St Portland, OR Right in the middle of the parking lot of Target.

AFTER-HIKE DINNER": If the group is H-angry and wants to stop for food, we just tried another great place! And it's a great way to wrap up the day.

A Community Effort🤝
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Please be in a very good physical shape due to elevation and/or distance.