Hike Gans Creek Trail

Hike roughly 7.0 miles; moderately difficult with water crossings, rocky terrain, 180-foot elevation gains (in places 15-25% grade). Wild upper reaches of Gans Creek, bordered by limestone cliffs, punctuated by scenic oak woodlands – all within the 750-acre Gans Creek Wild Area, designated for the preservation of ‘natural & wild places’ and ‘biodiversity’.

What to Bring: sturdy hiking boots, water, snacks to share, hiking stick (if desired). Be prepared for winter conditions with layered clothing, wool socks, warm hats, and gloves.

Base Layer (synthetic underwear layer): wicks sweat off skin (No cotton!)

Middle Layer (insulating layer): retains body heat to protect you from the cold

Outer Layer: (shell layer): protects you from the wind and rain.

Why:

To experience the beauty and health benefits of trails in the vicinity of Columbia, MO; to be an advocate for our wild & scenic resources. And to meet like-minded people who love hiking in the Ozark Highlands.

Sign up and sign the waver here: https://act.sierraclub.org/events/details?formcampaignid=701Po00000WrvnKIAR&mapLinkHref=https://maps.google.com/maps&daddr=Hike%20Gans%20Creek%[email protected],-92.311677

Email Mike Currier, Outings Leader, [email protected] with questions.