Name: Annular Solar Eclipse – Pisgah
Start: 2023-10-14T00:00:00-07:00
End: 2023-10-14T23:59:59-07:00

Past Activity

Postponed: Annular Solar Eclipse – Pisgah

Start date: 10/14/2023
Start time: 12:00 AM
End date: 10/14/2023
End time: 11:59 PM

Description:

The Obsidians are offering hikes to 2 different sites to observe the annular eclipse. This hike is much more difficult than the other one due to the elevation gain. We'll take trails 3 & 4 to 1 and then to the summit.

To view the eclipse, you MUST wear special glasses to protect your eyes.

Directions to the north parking lot - after you cross the bridge and enter the park, immediately turn LEFT and drive about 1/4 mile to the parking lot. A Lane County parking pass is required and can be purchased at the main trailhead.

Event Leader: Lana Lindstrom
Event Leader Phone: 541-683-1409
Event Leader Email: lana_lindstrom@hotmail.com
Assistant Leader:
Event category: Trips
Area Type: Urban
Departure Location: Mt Pisgah, North Trailhead
Rating: Easy
Roundtrip total drive miles:
Season: 2023
Permits Required:
Event Status: Passed
Supplies and Equipment Required: Snack, water, special eclipse glasses.
participant prerequisites:
Conditions:
Total Distance: 3.7
Member Fees: —
Elevation Gain: 1000
Non-Member Fees: 2
Committee: Trips
Junior member fees: —

Trip Report

We lucked out! As we started out from the north trailhead, low clouds obscured the peak. But by the time we reached the top, joining at least 50 other hopefuls, the clouds were starting to break up. Slivers of the eclipse could be seen. It got noticeably colder quickly and then it briefly cleared enough for us to see the full ring. It was very satisfying to view this special event, especially with friends! Where will you be on 4/8/24?