!HIKE/WALK!Historic Canal Trail-BLAKELY PARK 4.5 miles, easy

***1-7-2026 NOTE TIME HAS CHANGED FROM 10:00AM TO 10:30AM TO GIVE THINGS A CHANCE TO THAW A BIT. PLEASE KEEP YOUR RSVP CURRENT AND ARRIVE A LITTLE EARLY.
We only go about 4.5 MILES.
Please arrive early, come prepared. Parking is limited at Blakely Park but there's parking on the street. It's a gravel trail and very beautiful, along the river and the huge pipe line.
NO DOGS PLEASE.

This is an out-and-back trail near Bend, Oregon. Generally considered an easy route. This trail is great for running and walking, and it's unlikely you'll encounter many other people while exploring. When passing through private property easements and right-of-ways it is especially important to stay on the path and respect posted guidance. Local officials and private landowners work in partnership to provide public access to this area. Staying on the path while on private property ensures that agreements between local officials and the landowner are upheld and that this trail remains open to the public in the future.
RISK We are all adults and everyone needs to understand their own risk profile, especially in regards to COVID-19. In the same way as there are physical risks when hiking or kayaking, we now need to add the risk of virus infection, more so than in the past. It should go without saying there has always been a small risk of catching the flu, or food poisoning, or slipping on a trail and rolling an ankle or fracturing a hip while participating in Meetup Events. Now we have to add the increased risk of contracting (or passing along) COVID-19. Let's see if we can do a few events and follow community guidelines. Social Distancing. LOTS of hand washing. Plenty of social distancing, masks, sanitizers, common sense. We know there is mixed information and guidance regarding masks from CDC and other agencies - we will of course follow the local venue recommendations as to mask requirements. A mask will not 100% prevent transmission nor contracting COVID-19, but it does reduce the chances of spreading germs. Again - everyone will need to make their own decision on acceptable risks.

Anyone attending any posted event assumes all personal risk to themselves. If this makes you nervous, we understand & kindly ask you to stay away for now and hopefully we will see you in the future.
DISCLAIMER: PAULINA PEAK SOCIAL GROUP Waiver of liability You agree when you join this group and attend any of our organized hikes/events that you have read and understand the terms below. If you join PAULINA PEAK SOCIAL GROUP for a hike (or any other event), please understand that you are responsible for your own preparedness and well-being and will hold no one else liable in case of injury or mishap. You agree not to hold the Organizer, Assistant Organizers, Event Organizers or any other members responsible for any injuries, mishaps, or any other situation that may happen at a planned event. You are responsible to research the event, know the area, your level of fitness, and bring the proper gear. This release extends and applies to, and also covers and includes, all unknown, unforeseen, unanticipated and unsuspected injuries, damages, loss and liability. Your attendance on a hike signifies that you have read and accept the terms of this liability waiver. By joining this group and attending any of our hikes/events you understand that you are attending all events AT YOUR OWN RISK. Organizers and Assistant Organizers of this group are just that, we organize the events and hike together as friends.