Mazamas — For the Love of Mountains
Activity Notes
Gooseneck Loop is an off-trail adventure starting and ending at Cottonwood Canyon State Park in north-central Oregon. Hiking boots and trekking poles are mandatory, and gaiters are recommended as it's tick country. Expect very steep terrain that's alternatingly grassy, muddy, and rocky. The loop turns back at a bike-ped trail along the John Day River, but before that you can expect challenges unlike anything experienced on trails. This is a trip for folks with experience in off-trail terrain. The rewards are views unlike anything within a two hour drive of Portland; bring binoculars if you wish to spot bighorn sheep.
