Oregon Adventure - Tunnel Falls via Eagle Creek Trail #440 - Hard Hike

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Boasting dozens of spectacular waterfalls, tall basalt cliffs, ubiquitous talus slopes, and the lush temperate rain forests characterizing the Pacific Northwest, Eagle Creek to Tunnel Falls is a moderate, 12 mile in-and-out day hike with 2,142 ft in elevation gain.

Come join Darshini and the crew in the morning for an Oregon classic and make new hiking friends! We will take lots of breaks and stop for pictures.

The hike to Tunnel Falls is one of the most storied day trips in the Pacific Northwest. You'll encounter 8 major waterfalls along Eagle Creek and its tributaries, with lots of smaller and seasonal falls in-between. You're also encouraged to add 1 more mile round-trip to see the last 2 large waterfalls in the drainage, both on the West Fork Eagle Creek. This is one of the easier 12-mile hikes you'll accomplish, though the caveat is that the trail in many sections was blasted out of the basalt cliff faces by the 1915 crews that constructed it in conjunction with the work on the Historic Columbia River Highway. There are six sections where cable handrails will give you a sense of security as you pass above vertical drops.

See the trail information and reports here on:

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/tunnel-falls-via-eagle-creek-trail-440

Parking/Entry fee per Car: Northwest Forest Pass (or America the Beautiful Pass) required; fee kiosk at the trailhead.

Things to Pack:
Bring hiking shoes, Jacket, warm clothing with layers, extra pair of socks, change of clothes, water, snacks, etc.

If you plan on being a rider please bring $35 car for your driver towards pass, gas, park entrance fees etc. Also bring a bag to place your boots in after the hike.

Please note two no-shows and/or late cancel and you won't be able to attend future events.

Important:
You and you alone are responsible for your own safety. Please know your abilities before signing up. Your last minute cancellation deprives another of an opportunity to join us so we are not very forgiving with regard to no-shows.

After the hike we will stop off at a restaurant to support local businesses.
CARPOOLING AT GREEN LAKE PARK&RIDE IS ENCOURAGED.
Drivers please indicate how many passengers you can take. Use the message system to arrange rides.

You will need to pay for your food and activities while on this trip.
RSVP ETIQUETTE: Since we have limited space I ask that you be considerate of others and commit to your RSVP. Your no-show may prevent someone else from attending and you from attending other limited events like this. Two no show policy will be applied.
Remember if you miss this event. You'll miss an awesome experience

***As far as this event system goes, participation is voluntary and you attend at your own risk, and that Organizers are indemnified***