!MORNING HIKE! Pilot Butte Extended Loop 1.8 miles EASY & UPWARDS

ANYONE UP FOR SOME EXERCISE IN PREPARATION FOR THE UPCOMING HOLIDAY?
START THE MORNING OFF WITH A MORNING CARDIO HIKE! SHORT AND SWEET BUT NOT PAINLESS!
It's a quick mile each way from the base to the summit, short enough that there's a kiosk showing the trail running times to get to the top. Once reaching the top, there are views of all the Oregon Cascades and the surrounding high desert. The route on this page shows the dirt trail leading to the summit. Many people also choose to walk up the road to the summit. The gate to the parking area on the eastern side closes promptly at 7 PM. You may still park elsewhere and walk into the park.
Discover this 1.8-mile out-and-back trail near Bend, Oregon. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 59 min to complete. This is a very popular area for birding, mountain biking, and running, so you'll likely encounter other people while exploring. The trail is open year-round and is beautiful to visit anytime.
HOST: Mary Ricci
Length:1.8 mi
Elevation gain:452 ft
Route type :Out & back
No Dogs Please
RISK We are all adults and everyone needs to understand their own risk profile, especially in regards to COVID-19. In the same way as there are physical risks when hiking or kayaking, we now need to add the risk of virus infection, more so than in the past. It should go without saying there has always been a small risk of catching the flu, or food poisoning, or slipping on a trail and rolling an ankle or fracturing a hip while participating in Meetup Events. Now we have to add the increased risk of contracting (or passing along) COVID-19. Let's see if we can do a few events and follow community guidelines. Social Distancing. LOTS of hand washing. Plenty of social distancing, masks, sanitizers, common sense. We know there is mixed information and guidance regarding masks from CDC and other agencies - we will of course follow the local venue recommendations as to mask requirements. A mask will not 100% prevent transmission nor contracting COVID-19, but it does reduce the chances of spreading germs. Again - everyone will need to make their own decision on acceptable risks.
Anyone attending any posted event assumes all personal risk to themselves. If this makes you nervous, we understand & kindly ask you to stay away for now and hopefully we will see you in the future.
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