Name: Canyon Creek Meadows
Start: 2021-07-17T00:00:00-07:00
End: 2021-07-17T23:59:59-07:00

Past Activity

Canceled: Canyon Creek Meadows

Start date: 07/17/2021
Start time: 12:00 AM
End date: 07/17/2021
End time: 11:59 PM

Description:

The trailhead to the hike is a bit of a drive but the reward is a beautiful loop hike to a spectacular viewpoint with the added plus of a herd of mountain goats often seen in the area. The last time I did this hike the road was in poor condition but I've heard it's been improved since then. Even though this is a relatively short hike with a moderate elevation gain I've rated it difficult as there is a challenging and steep scramble the last 1/2 mile to get to the viewpoint. This is an all day trip so don't plan on getting home early especially if you join us at Takoda's restaurant after the hike.

Event Leader: Steven Johnson
Event Leader Phone: +15415202470
Event Leader Email: stevenj7675@gmail.com
Assistant Leader:
Event category: Trips
Area Type: Mountain
Departure Location: Behind McDonalds, 57th and Main in Springfield
Rating: Difficult
Roundtrip total drive miles: 194
Season: 2021
Permits Required:
- Wilderness Area
- NW Forest Pass
Event Status: Passed
Supplies and Equipment Required: Lunch, water, sunscreen, mosquito repellent, and standard essentials.
participant prerequisites:
Conditions:
Total Distance: 7.5
Member Fees: 2
Elevation Gain: 1400
Non-Member Fees: 6
Committee: Trips
Junior member fees: —

Trip Report

Canyon Creek always makes for a great hike and this was no exception. We benefited from the prevailing winds which blew the smoke to the east giving us clear skies and from the meadows which were covered with Lupine, Paintbrush, and Heather. Our lunch stop on the ridge next to Jack was spectacular plus the many mountain goats in the area made for a very special day.