This hike offers ever expanding views to the east and west as it climbs to the oak forest that cloaks the upper slopes. Poison oak abounds along most sections of the trail, so stick to path and keep your dog on a leash. The wildflower season here begins in February with the early grass widows and Columbia desert parsley and runs into June.

More details: https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Lyle_Cherry_Orchard_Hike

Activity Notes

Famous flower hike, expanded a few years ago so part of it will be exploratory for your leader. The focus of this hike will be on the flowers, on a Thursday when we shouldn't have to share the trails with too many others. We will hike 6.5 miles and gain 1,350.

We will gather 07:00 at Mazamas, drive east to The Dalles, take the toll-free bridge across I-84 and then backtrack to the trailhead, arriving by 08:50. I expect to start our hike by 09:00. 

Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 140 miles
Distance - Round Trip 6 miles
Expected Duration Car to car in one day
Relevant Maps CG12
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