The "big" loop in the Catherine Creek - Coyote Wall area is best done east to west in order to get the views coming down Coyote Wall. In the spring, this is a prime wildflower hike, and there are great views of the Columbia River, the east end of the Columbia River Gorge, and Mount Hood. Wet weather over Portland/Vancouver often breaks at about Hood River, so on many spring days, you will get blue skies at least part of the time. Also in the spring, however, the poison oak is leafing out, ticks can be an issue, and rattlesnakes are starting to be active. Note that dogs must be kept on leash throughout the area in the spring months, and you will be sharing trails with mountain bikers between Rowland Creek and Coyote Wall. There are numerous variations to this hike.

Link for more details: https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Catherine_Creek-Coyote_Wall_Loop_Hike

Activity Notes

Greetings Hikers! We will be starting at the Catharine Creek Trailhead, and hiking east to west on this loop. The weather at the trail head will be a chilly 36* with a 40 % chance of rain during the day. There is the possibility that it may snow over night in the gorge and if this makes driving hazardous to reach the trail head, the hike will be cancelled. Pleases check your email Thursday night and Friday morning for the latest update. Obviously be over prepared for potentially harsh conditions. This hike has several variations that could potentially shorten it if conditions are unsafe. I advise boots, gaiters, micro spikes and rain pants and shell.  Having dry cloths to change into at the car might also be wise. The hike should take 5-6 hours getting us back at the car between 3-4, and back to the MMC by 5:00-5:30 I look forward to sharing the day with you!  

Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 126 miles
Distance - Round Trip 10 miles
Expected Duration Car to car in one day
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