Burlington Creek Hike with Ancient Forest Loop Evening Hike

Activity Notes

Burlington Creek Hike with Ancient Forest Loop Evening Hike

Activity Notes:

Spend a Wednesday evening along a scenic four-mile loop.  We’ll hike the Burlington Creek Loop and include a side trip through the Forest Park Conservancy Ancient Forest Preserve.  Along the way you’ll see one of the best-preserved sections of ancient forests in close proximity to Portland. 

4 miles, 500 feet of elevation gain (Grade A)

Pace: Level 2 (2 to 2.5 mph) moderate pace, with time for breaks and enjoying the scenery.

We’ll meet at the trailhead at 6:20 pm, start the hike at 6:30 pm and plan on two hours, returning to the trailhead by 8:30 pm.

Trailhead: https://maps.app.goo.gl/FiEcUnrWxpaNQxPG6

Recommended/required gear: 10 essentials and certainly a flashlight in case we are delayed.

Group Size Limit: 12

Driving Distance from downtown Portland: 13 miles each way. (~21 minutes)

For those interested in carpooling, there will be a signup with actual location to be determined.  Note that parking at the trailhead is limited

Information on the hike at Oregon Hikers:

https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Burlington_Creek_Loop_Hike