Mazamas — For the Love of Mountains
Lollipop hike that is available year-round on the dry side of the Gorge. This loop takes you up along the western edge of the Labyrinth, over to the magnificent syncline wall, and then up along it into oak/Douglas-fir woods to do a short loop back and drop down the rim once more. Coming down Coyote Wall, taking in expansive vistas every step of the way, is the just reward for slogging all the way up. Dogs must be on a leash, year-round on some trails and for half the year on others. There are ground-nesting birds in this area.
Link for Coyote Wall Loop: Oregon Hikers
Link for Labyrinth-Coyote Wall Loop: Oregon Hikers
Activity Notes
Coyote Wall Loop
- Distance: 7.5 miles
- Elevation Gain: 1800 feet
- Hiking time: 4-5 hours plus breaks
- Pace: moderate
We will hike up along the rim to the upper viewpoint (lunch spot), then descend the route about midway. Traverse east into the Labyrinth with its waterfall, and back to the trailhead. Hopefully we should have some flowers and views, with time for photos. Weekdays avoid some of the weekend crowds. Sustained uphill climb most of the way.
| Other Information | |
|---|---|
| Driving Distance from Portland | 126 miles |
| Distance - Round Trip | 8 miles |
| Expected Duration | Car to car in one day |
| Useful Links | GPS Coordinates Map |
