Mazamas — For the Love of Mountains
The Mount Defiance hike is a steep hike with great views of the surrounding mountains on a clear day. You can make it a loop hike by going up the Starvation Ridge Trail and back down the Mount Definance Trail or you can go out and back on the same trail. More information can be found at http://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Defiance-Starvation_Loop_Hike
Activity Notes
Meeting Place: Gateway Transit Center: 9900 NE Multnomah, Portland
We will meet at the South West end of the parking lot
Date: Nov 12, Sunday
Time: 6:50AM
What to bring:
Head lamp, water, food, dress in layers, hiking pole, micro spikes.
Cancellation: In case it snows badly or very heavy rain then we might cancel the hike
Please note it is almost 5000 feet elevation gain.
It will be very slow paced with plenty of rest breaks.
Anyone with determination can do this. However it is very tough
The trail is very safe and the climb is very gradual.
For every mile we gain 1000 feet.
Hike type: Out and Back
Distance: 11.6 miles
Elevation gain: 4840 feet
High point: 4,959 feet
Difficulty: Very Difficult
| Other Information | |
|---|---|
| Driving Distance from Portland | 52 miles |
| Driving Time from Portland | 1 hours |
| Distance - Round Trip | 11 miles |
| Expected Duration | Car to car in one day |
| Interesting Features | Mountain Views, Old Growth Trees |
| Relevant Maps | CG7 |
| Awards Qualified | Awesome Ridges Award, Gorge High Points, Wild Ones |
| Useful Links | GPS Track Map |
