A half-day hike up Vista Butte. Early morning start before the heat of the day. Fine views from the summit. Back in town before lunch.
Distance: 4.3 miles round trip. 2+ hours hiking time. 20 min drive to trailhead. ~ 4 hours total duration. Expect to be back to town by late morning.
Elevation gain/loss: 774 feet of gain
What to bring: Ten essentials, water, snack, and proper footwear (no tennis shoes or sandals). Dogs are not allowed on this hike.
Difficulty level: Moderate.
Number of hikers: 9 hikers including the hike leader. Registration is required.
Carpooling: Carpooling can be arranged at the meeting place. If you ride with someone, please donate to their gas fund. Be generous for obvious reasons.
Meeting place: The Grove in NW Crossing: 921 NW Mount Washington Drive, Bend. We'll grab a table in the general seating area, near Thump. Come early to grab a coffee and chat with others before we arrange carpools. Be prepared to leave by 7:00 am sharp!
Contact: Charlie Cornish, 206-391-4352
Hike Description and Map: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/oregon/vista-butte-trail
The Central Oregon Nordic Club, PO Box 744, Bend, OR 97709, is chapter of the Oregon Nordic Club, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization.Email: conordicclub@gmail.com
