A hike in Beacon Rock State Park up to Hardy Ridge. The ridge had great views of the Gorge and lots of wild flowers in full bloom. The hike was about 9 miles, 2300 elevation gain and on the trail for a little under 6 hours
Hardy Ridge Trail
A hike to Hardy Falls
This time out I was with Jeanette and Sylvia. We did a short hike (5 miles, 900 ft. gain) to Little Beacon Rock and Hardy Falls at Beacon Rock State Park. Afterward we went to Puffin Café, a place truly on the water.
Cast Creek Trail Hike
Cast Creek Trail has become a trail to return to for me. It is basically a walk in the wood trail with some great views at the end. It is a good conditioning trail for the elevation you gain and because it is a horse trail it is an even up hill to it. It also has a subtle beauty to it as you pass through woodland. This time I made it up to the summit of East Zigzag Mt. and had a chance to walk around Cast Lake. By the numbers: 14 1/2 miles, Total Elevation Gain 3965 ft. and 8 hrs. 15 min. on the trail,
Hamilton Mt. Hike
A hike of Hamilton Mt. with the Cascade Prime Timers. About 8 1/4 miles, 2300 total Elevation Gain, about 5 1/4 hours on the trail and lots of fun.
Herman Creek Trail to Nick Eaton Falls
A short 5 mile hike with about 900 ft. gain on Herman Creek trail to Nick Eaton Falls with Lori, Jeanette and Sylvia. Nice weather for an enjoyable social hike. We went to Thunder Island Brewery afterward for lunch.
