An easy one-way shuttle hike along the Old Santiam Wagon Road, starting at the junction with Eno Road (NF 2676), and terminating at the historic Fish Lake Remount Station. Vine Maples should be turning. Registration is required. Registration will open Sept. 15.
Distance: 4.5 miles. Plan on spending 6-7 hours including drive time to/from the trailhead.
Elevation gain/loss: 900 feet loss
What to bring: Ten essentials, water, snack/lunch, and proper footwear (no tennis shoes or sandals). Dogs are not allowed on this hike.
Difficulty level: Easy
Number of hikers: 10 max
Carpooling: Carpooling can be arranged at the meeting place. This is a shuttle hike, so a minimum of two cars will be needed. If you ride with someone, please donate to their gas fund.
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 8:00 am sharp!
Contact: Gary Jones 503-551-5712
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
