One of the loops located in the Catherine Creek area on the Washington side of the Gorge.


As with all hikes in this area, hikers should be aware of the potential for rattlesnakes, ticks, and poison oak.

Activity Notes

A 5 mile loop starting at Catherine Creek and making a clockwise loop using unofficial and unmaintained trails, touring dry meadows, basalt pinnacles and arches, and (on a clear day) great views of Hood. The planned loop has about 1300' of gain.

We'll carpool from the MMC at 2 p.m., reaching the Catherine Creek trailhead at 3:30 p.m. We'll aim to maintain a 2 mph pace or better, finishing the hike in 2.5 hours, including breaks.

This is an exploratory hike, meaning the leader has not done this hike before.

Other Information
Driving Time from Portland 80 hours
General Route Info See this link for a description of the area and route: https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Tracy_Hill_Loop_Hike
Interesting Features Creek(s), Meadow, Mountain Views, Spectacular Views, Wildflowers, Wildlife
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