Join a moderate to difficult, 7-mile, 1585 ft elevation gain hike. Hike from Conner’s Camp along the East Ridge, Summit and Tie Trails with Marys Peak Alliance interpretive guides who will share the ecological, geological, and cultural stories of Marys Peak, the sacred mountain of the indigenous Champinefu Kalapuyans of the Corvallis area.
The hike passes through Douglas-fir and Noble Fir forests with an understory comprising sword ferns, vine maple, vanilla leaf and much more. You'll walk through a Noble Fir blow-down area. There will be a short break at the upper parking lot to use the restrooms and enjoy the view to the east. From the parking lot, there will be open meadows and a Noble Fir forest on the Summit Trail to the top where you'll eat lunch and with luck, see the Cascade Mountains and the Pacific Ocean.
You'll return to the parking lot, then walk a half mile on the North Ridge Trail to the Tie Trail. That will lead you to the East Ridge Trail and Conner’s Camp.
Meet at 8:50 a.m. for a 9 a.m. departure. You should return by 4:30 p.m. Bring plenty of water, snacks, lunch, sturdy hiking boots or shoes, and appropriate clothes for the weather/elevation.
To Register: Contact hike leader Mike Neeley-Brown prior to the event at 541-760-3934 or by email.
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