Larch Mountain

• Start point: Larch Mountain Trail #441 (AllTrails)
• Hike type: Out and back
• Distance: 14.4 miles round trip
• Elevation gain: 4010 feet
• High point: 4,055 feet
• Difficulty: Difficult
• Parking permit: None
• Target pace: 2-2.5 mph, with minimal stops (moderate-high fitness).

Hike Description:

For a hike that gains almost exactly 4,000 feet, this excursion seems relatively forgiving for those in decent shape. The gain is, in fact, constant, and usually not steep enough to quicken your heartbeat once you set your pace. The goal is the volcanic plug at the top of Larch Mountain known as Sherrard Point. The mountain itself is one of the three Boring stratovolcanoes (the others being Mount Sylvania and Highland Butte) and is the highest point in the west Gorge; thus, the views are expansive.

Fore more details:
https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/larch_mountain_hike

CARPOOLING: We will meet at Gateway Transit Center parking garage at 7:00 am for carpooling. Or people may chose to drive by themselves and meet outside the Multnomah Falls gift shop at 7:30 am. If carpooling, we recommended $6 to be paid the driver to share the cost of gas/car.

What to bring:

• Sturdy hiking boots/shoes
  • Clothing layers
• Hiking poles (recommended)
• Sun-protection on a sunny day
• Lunch, snacks, 3 liters of water
• Positive attitude and a sense of adventure!

Always a good practice to be equipped with the 10 essentials during hikes. Here is the link.

Canceling after 6 PM on the day prior to the hike will result in a no-show on your record.

On long hikes like this I tend to pack lighter on food and end with a high calorie dinner. All welcome to join, most likely something like bbq or pizza in E Portland. I do want to maintain a steady and consistent pace, >2 mph in motion, especially as the days are getting shorter.

Disclaimer: Hike leaders are volunteers to do their best to make it an enjoyable experience for everyone, but assume no liability for any loss, damage, or injury, during the event or getting to or back from an event. Each member is required to read and approve the waiver when agreeing to become a member and is completely responsible for their own safety and well-being.

Link to liability waiver below:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1e9K3R6KkepF8BFHmLdcTnPzou42_x2DEu38XqzlGfJ8/edit?usp=sharing