!HIKE! Big Obsidian Flow & Paulina Hot Springs via Little Crater/Lakeshore Trail

I LOVE THIS OBSIDIAN FLOW HIKE!!!! BUT IT'S VERY SHORT SO I AM ADDING PAULINA HOT SPRINGS VIA LITTLE CRATER & PAULINA LAKE SHORE TRAILS. Bring lunch! Come prepared with 10 Essentials, poles, hiking boots, water, bug/sun spray.
Obsidian trail is 0.7 mi Length 203 ft Elevation gain 25m Estimated time
Loop
Paulina Hot Springs trail is 2.8mi Length 88ft Elevation gain 53m Estimated time
NO DOGS PLEASE.
**OBSIDIAN TRAIL: At a mere 1300 years old, the Big Obsidian Flow is the youngest lava flow in Oregon. A one-mile interpretive trail climbs up and onto this impressive lava flow of obsidian (black glass) and pumice, which is located within the Newberry National Volcanic Monument. The Newberry Crater Trail also passes through this site, which connects to the Lost Lake Trail.
This is also the location of the Big Obsidian Flow Ampitheater where ranger talks are featured throughout the summer. A current schedule of these lectures can be found at the Paulina Visitor Center.
The site also features several picnic tables and a toilet.
*Length:0.6 mi Elevation gain: 196 ft Route type :Loop

**PAULINA HOT SPRINGS VIA LITTLE CRATER: Discover this 2.8-mile out-and-back trail near La Pine, Oregon. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 53 min to complete. This is a very popular area for hiking, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime. Dogs are welcome, but must be on a leash. This trail takes you through the forest and along the shores of Paulina Lake to natural hot springs. Be prepared for uneven terrain with roots and rocky sections—sturdy footwear is recommended. Don’t forget to bring bug spray to protect against mosquitoes and other insects. There’s a small parking lot at the trailhead.
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ARRIVE EARLY. WEAR PROPER SHOES.
EXTRA ADVENTURE! BRING VESSEL TO KAYAK PAULINA LAKE AFTERWARDS!

* Bring a snack/lunch, plenty of water, HIKING BOOTS ARE A MUST, pole(s) and a thirst for knowledge.
*If anyone wants to carpool, put it in the COMMENTS section.
EVENTS
Hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing: All skill levels are welcome. Each event will disclose the location, skill level, distance and approximate duration, and gear and equipment required. PPSG recommends you pack the “Ten Essentials” for all hiking events: https://americanhiking.org/resources/10essentials/
Pets are only allowed when noted on the event.
Camping: All skill levels are welcome. Most camping events are multi-day events, and usually take place in May, June, and July.
Social Events: Most social events take place at food truck lots, restaurants, and breweries.
ATTENDING EVENTS
Please read the entire event description before signing up and only sign-up for events within your capabilities.
All events have an attendee limit. Attendee limits are determined by the nature of the event and the number of Event Hosts attending an event.
Events fill-up quickly. Members are encouraged to download the Meetup app to receive notifications for events as soon as they are posted.
When an event is full (reached its attendee limit), you may be assigned to the Waitlist. If spots open up, members are automatically RSVPed to the event in the order that they joined the Waitlist. Please be patient if you’re on the Waitlist. It's common for the head count to fall as an event gets closer, and most likely you will be RSVPed.
If you are unable to attend an event, please unRSVP no later than 24-hours prior to the event. This allows members on the Waitlist to be RSVPed.
If you are unable to attend an event the day of the event, please contact the Event Host as soon as possible. Otherwise, the Event Host may proceed with the event without you.
No shows will be marked as such and after three no shows you will be a “no go.”
RISKS AND WAIVER
No activity is without risk. Please read the entire event description before signing up and only sign up for events within your capabilities. PPSG members are responsible for making their own decision on acceptable risks.
PPSG event hosts are volunteers and not trained professionals. Anyone attending any posted event assumes all personal risk to themselves and releases Paulina Peak Social Group, its Organizers, Event Hosts, and its members from all liability.