AYM: Silver Star Mountain via Starway Trail

Activity Notes

***Moved from Sunday, 9/30 due to a personal conflict***

<br> Want to test your fitness at the end of the summer? Join AYM for one of the most difficult and rewarding hikes near Portland, a full-day assault on the north side of Silver Star Mountain via the brutally steep Starway Trail. The hike presents a physical challenge on par with Mount Defiance without almost any of the notoriety. Plan on a full day of great views, steep ups and downs, brushy trail and few people. This is a lot of fun - if you're physically fit enough to handle it.<br> <br> Please bring at least 3 liters of water, sunscreen, water-resistant clothing and whatever you need to help fuel you throughout the day. In addition to lunch, it's a good idea to bring something to eat at the trailhead should we return later than planned.<br> <br> Hike: 11 miles, 4,000 feet elevation gain. Drive: 82 miles. Note that while the road to this trailhead is not as bad as some others on Silver Star Mountain, it is plagued with potholes. Meet at Gateway Transit Center, 7:30AM. Leader: Matt Reeder