Name: Highland Ridge Hike at Morgan Territory (8 miles, Moderate+) Dogs OK
Start: 2024-11-16T10:00:00-08:00
End: 2024-11-16T14:00:00-08:00

Stats
Distance 7.7 miles
Total Ascent 1500’
Rating. Moderate+

Come join us on a wondrous hike up onto the eastern part of Morgan Territory Preserve’s Highland Ridge. The first half of the route includes breathtaking aerial views of the surrounding area on the Clyma, Highland Ridge and Raven trails, with a stop at the Highland Ridge Lookout for a 360 degree view. In the second portion of the trek we will be hiking in and out of woodsy areas on the Fox and Mollok trails making for an enjoyably diverse hike. The route is a mix of fire roads and single track trails with a total tree cover of around 30%. This 7.7-mile double loop hike has a total ascent of 1,500’ and is rated Moderate Plus.

The Morgan Territory staging area resides at an elevation of 2,030’, and the hike will take us up and down in a range from 1,600’ to 2320’. Thus, because of the elevation, it can be cool and windy at times. Please plan accordingly with layered clothing, two liters of water, hiking boots, sunscreen and/or hat, and something to eat. Hiking poles may come in handy.

We will take a 15 minute break at Highland Ridge Lookout or lower (if windy), and intermittent breaks along the route to keep the group together. We will hike at a 18 to 21 minute pace

Dogs are allowed but must be on a leash at the staging area and when cows are present.

There are bathrooms available at the staging area and at the Backpackers camp (at 5.2 miles into our hike).

There is no parking fee at Morgan Territory Preserve Staging Area.

Suggested post hike watering hole is [First Street Ale House, 2106 First St](https://maps.app.goo.gl/mgHepVbZHJsyQUgo7?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy)
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Highland Ridge Hike at Morgan Territory (8 miles, Moderate+) Dogs OK

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