![]() Along the ridge there is a trail that heads Southeast that eventually goes back to Wahkeena Falls, which would make a very nice loop if you have two vehicles. The actual end of the trail is out on a ridge that you can access through brush, but the view is obstructed. The day I visited was very cloudy, and visibility was low. The views are spectacular on clear days in both East and West directions. Here is what the ridge looks like from the North end. Toward the end there are several switchbacks until one final turn to the North, where the ridge comes into view. There are other rocks that get quite green and mossy. This results in some interesting looking trees. The trail is exposed because of a forest fire, and can get quite windy. There are several rocky steps along the way. About half-way up you will be able to see your destination, an outcropping of rocks. ![]() The trail climbs steadily pretty much until the very end, but remember to stop along the way and take a look at the Gorge view. About a half mile in, stop and take a look at the falls of Coopey creek, even though the view is somewhat obstructed, because once you cross the bridge, this is the last waterfall you'll see. This trail is typical of all others in the area, with beautiful trees and ground cover along the way. After parking, head over to the trailhead, and the sign provides the mileage. There is a small stream and waterfall along the way, but this trip is about the elevation gain and the nice view of the Columbia Gorge. Follow the Historic Columbia River Highway 7.1 miles to the trailhead and parking area on the right.This trail is a nice alternative to large crowds seeking waterfalls. Westbound I-84: Take exit 35/Ainsworth State Park. The trailhead and parking lot are immediately on the right. At the stop sign, turn right onto the Historic Columbia River Highway. Map: Look in this google drive folder for the Angel Devil's Rest mapįrom Portland- Eastbound I-84: Take exit 28/Bridal Veil. There are a few good viewpoints looking west and east, but the main viewpoint for Angel's Rest is found a few hundred feet more to the north. Finally, when the trail arrives at the ridge, we will go left toward the large rocky outcrops and more alpine-like vegetation. The final stretch moves through thin trails with thick bushes, with a few tricky sections on loose rocks. Past this first section, the trail becomes slightly more difficult with more loose rock and larger roots and becomes steeper. There are a few small waterfalls which we will view on the way back, and a small creek crossing with a nice bridge. Hike description: The trail starts in thick forest following rocky, rooty and dirt trails with a pretty even amount of elevation gain. Peter has made an incredibly generous and selfless offer to stay behind with the vehicles to watch them so they don't get vandalized. Breakfast is us gathering as friends to share a meal, and share stories. The official event starts and ends at the parking lot. We may cook and eat at the trailhead or we may move to either the overflow lot or to Multnomah Falls lot to cook. Please bring a chair and leave it in your car for our debrief and breakfast in the parking lot. (see gear list)Ī thermos of warm liquid is nice (but not required), same with a pack of chemical hand warmers since it will be a cold night. This is going to be a slow steady climb with practice eating as we hike.īoots, 10 essentials, and warm clothes will be needed. Plan to bring lots of easy to eat snacks you can have in your pockets or in an easy to reach part of your pack as we will not be stopping for any long breaks to eat. This is a wonderful opportunity for everyone to experience what it feels like to start in the middle of the night, and hike on snowy or muddy trails in the dark. You will need to clip your headlight to your helmet at home because it's very hard to do in the dark!ĭepending on the conditions and student-needs, we may do some skills along the way or on the way down. ![]() Please check your headlight works at home and replace the batteries and bring an extra set of either AA or AAA batteries as needed. If you don't own one, please let the leaders know ASAP. (no, your phone does not count as a backup light). You will need a headlight and a back-up light. We will meet at the Angels Rest trailhead, put our packs and helmets and starting hiking in the dark, by headlight. This will involve an "Alpine Start" (AKA fully packing the day before and getting up in the middle of the night to be at trailhead in the gorge well before sunrise)
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