Description: Explore the Whychus Canyon post-2025 Flat Fire. It is reported that although much of the upper bench was completely burned, much of the creekside canyon was fully preserved! So we will see both worlds.
Distance: 5 mile loop. Plan to spend 4-5 hours on this trip including drive time.
Elevation gain/loss: 400 feet of gain
What to bring: Ten essentials, water, snack/lunch, and proper footwear (no tennis shoes or sandals). Weather is predicted to be cold (mid-40s) and wet (60% chance), avoid cotton clothing (including blue jeans). Wear fabrics that stay warm even when wet (polyester and merino wool-based fabrics). Dogs are not allowed on this hike.
Difficulty level: Easy-Intermediate.
Number of hikers: 10 hikers including hike leader.
Carpooling: Carpooling can be arranged at the meeting place. Be prepared to leave by 10:00 am sharp from The Grove. 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.
Contact: Eric Ness: 971-708-3404
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
