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What: Cedar Mt./Table Mt. loop
Date: Saturday 2/28/26
Meet Time: 9:00 AM at Bonneville Hot Springs Trailhead
Total Miles: 10
Elevation Gain: 3500'
Difficulty: Difficult
Pace: 2.25 MPH average
Hike Duration: Approximately 5-6 hours
Permit: $10 parking fee per vehicle, $3 Bridge of the Gods toll

Hike Description:
Access to the Table Mountain and Cedar Mountain trails in the Gorge had been reduced due to the closing of the Aldrich Butte, Bonneville Hot Springs and Greenleaf Slough trailheads. The main access point became the Bonneville TH. That made for a long out and back. The Aldrich Butte and Greenleaf Slough trailheads are still closed, but the old Dick Thomas trailhead, now called Bonneville Hot Springs trailhead, has been reopened. That makes for a much shorter trip to Table Mountain and Cedar Mountain. Most of the trails in the area have had recent maintenance. I can confirm the trails are in great condition after many years of neglect.

This hike will be a loop, first going very steeply up Cedar Mountain Ridge, then very steeply up Westway Ridge to Table Mt., then very steeply down Table Mt. via Heartbreak Ridge to the PCT. Depending on the group, there will be a side trip option to Aldrich Butte and Cedar Falls, with those being a group decision. The entire route will be on trails.

The weather for Saturday looks like very little chance of rain. After the hike there will be an option to grab a bite at Bridgeside or Ixtapa in Cascade Locks.

My Style:
Fairly fast, with minimal breaks for long distances. We will break for snacks, hydration and layering.

Logistics:
I will be coming from The Dalles and will meet others at the Bonneville Hot Springs trailhead at 9:00 AM. Attendees coming from the PDX Metro area can arrange a carpool by commenting on this invite. You will need to go into the lobby of the resort to pay the $10 parking fee.

What to bring:
Hiking poles (recommended)
Snacks/Hydration
Layered clothing

Trailhead directions:
Note: This is the Bonneville Hot Springs Trailhead, not the Bonneville Trailhead
https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Bonneville_Hot_Springs_Trailhead

OregonHikers Field Guide for general area information:
https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Table_Mountain_Hike
https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Cedar_Mountain_Loop_Hike
https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Aldrich_Butte_Hike

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 event. Each member is required to read and approve the waiver when agreeing to become member, and are completely responsible for their own safety and well-being.
https://www.meetup.com/Portland-Hiking-Group/pages/11128852/Waiver_of_Liability/

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