Silver Star Mountain (Grouse Vista)

Activity Notes

Silver Star via Grouse Vista Trail Steep hike with beautiful views. Start point: Grouse Vista Trailhead Distance: 6.8 miles  Elevation gain: 2040 feet https://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Silver_Star_Mountain_via_Grouse_Vista_Hike Conditioning Hike Build endurance and ability to hike at a fast, steady pace in variable conditions.  We will stick together as a group. 2.5-3.0 mph is an average pace Uphill pace 1.5 mph Downhill pace 3-3.5 mph Slow pace on terrain needing caution, such as slippery rocks, etc. Hike in 50 minute chunks followed by a 10 minute break, longer lunch break Come prepared to keep this pace but also be able to accept that conditions, terrain, and other factors may require adjusting the pace. Plan 7:50 Meet at the Gateway Transit Center  8:00 Carpool to the Grouse Vista Trailhead, stopping if needed 9:20 Arrive at the Grouse Vista Trailhead 9:25 Hike to the summit of Silver Star mountain.  On the descent, take an alternate side trail which reconnects with main trail and passes by Pyramid Rock.  Requires bushwacking. 1:30 Carpool back to Gateway Transit Center. 3:00 Arrive at Gateway Transit Center Hike Expectations Be safe: The Ten Essentials Be a good steward of the land: Leave No Trace Principles Be inclusive: Understanding Bias in Language Carpooling We will carpool to reduce the environmental impact of our adventure. Drivers: Commit to safe driving practices.  Do not text and drive. Do not drive aggressively.  Obey traffic laws.   Passengers: Contribute the driver's expenses.