Mazamas — For the Love of Mountains
Activity Notes
Neahkahnie Mountain Loop
8 Miles, 2300 feet. About 4-5 hours hiking. Moderate pace. Trail can be muddy in spots. The last bit to summit is a little steep. Lunch on the summit. Driving distance is 80 miles each way and we will carpool. If you want to use transit, contact leader for a pickup at the Sunset Transit center at 8AM.
The Oregon Coast Trail crosses Neahkahnie Mountain from Short Sand Beach and descends to Manzanita. This hike, mostly within the boundaries of Oswald West State Park, takes you from the majestic old growth around Necarney Creek to the clifftop views of the Devils Cauldron; then you cross meadows frequented by elk to hike up Neahkahnie Mountain to a spectacular viewpoint. You'll descend to the South Neahkahnie Mountain Trailhead. From there, there's a mile and a half of road walking, including a mile and a quarter along the shoulder of busy Highway 101 (There is a path for pedestrians), but the scenic views make the loop worthwhile.
