Activity Notes

This loop hike will visit the high point on the Timberline Trail and ford Newton Creek. Gnarl Ridge is among the more awe-inspiring hikes on the east side of Mt Hood. If the mountain is visible at all, our photos should be spectacular, and there will also be wildflowers. But please only sign up for this hike if you are experienced and comfortable with gnarly river crossings, negotiating downed trees, and possible use of microspikes. A NW Forest Pass is required to park.

Most Recent Past Activities

Hike Icon Icon of a hiker with backpack a walking stick hiking up a hill.
Jun
17
Hike
Elk Meadow Hike
Hike Icon Icon of a hiker with backpack a walking stick hiking up a hill.
Jul
21
Hike
Gnarl Ridge
Hike Icon Icon of a hiker with backpack a walking stick hiking up a hill.
Oct
5
Hike
Gnarl Ridge/Elk Meadows Loop
Hike Icon Icon of a hiker with backpack a walking stick hiking up a hill.
Oct
8
Hike
Gnarl Ridge/Newton Creek Loop
Hike Icon Icon of a hiker with backpack a walking stick hiking up a hill.
Jul
10
Hike
Gnarl Ridge/Elk Meadows Loop
Hike Icon Icon of a hiker with backpack a walking stick hiking up a hill.
Oct
8
Hike
Gnarl Ridge/Elk Meadows Loop
Past activities include any trip reports from the leaders.