Popular with mountain bikers and hikers the 15 mile Lewis River Trail #31 remains within sight or sound of the Lewis River as you ride or hike through this valley laced with abundant side streams, springs, and waterfalls. The trail follows a gentle uphill grade through a magnificent Douglas fir, western red cedar and big leaf maple old-growth forest.

Activity Notes

We will drive to the Crab Creek Trailhead and hike upstream along the Lewis River up and back for approximately 6-7 miles total, gaining no more than 300-400' elevation. We will pass both the Lower and Upper Falls, and those of us with swimsuits or quick-dri shorts will look for a safe swimming hole for a quick dip. This a popular corridor and mtn bikes are allowed on at least portions of this trail, but hopefully this midweek visit will still be a relatively quiet, cool walk through shaded woods and along a wild and scenic river. We will meet at the Mazamas Mountaineering Center, 527 SE 43rd Ave SE, PDX, at 8 AM. Participants who wish to carpool must be vaccinated and boosted and able to show proof of vaccination and booster.  
Other Information
Driving Distance from Portland 172 miles
Distance - Round Trip 5 miles
Expected Duration Car to car in one day
Relevant Maps GP-B
Awards Qualified Waterfall Award
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