Cottonwood Canyon's OFF TRAIL Gooseneck Loop

Activity Notes

Every March I lead this off-trail adventure, and after we hiked 6.4 miles in 2020, it was my last Mazamas lead for five months. This time we will adhere to Mazamas' Covid19 policies; see the next paragraph. What hasn't changed is that half of this hike is off-trail. This means boots and poles are required, and I seek folks with experience traversing steep dirt, grass, and rocks. The Cottonwood Canyon area is spectacular, but this should be no one's first hike of 2021! Please note that the Mazamas are adhering to all state and local regulations in offering our activities. Review our policies here: mazamas.org/covid19. You will be required to wear a mask within 6-ft of another person and to always have a mask at the ready in case we pass by others on the trail. We actively discourage carpooling at this time. If you are sick, you are asked to stay home.