Name: Trail of Ten Falls at Silver Falls State Park, ~8 mi; Mod/Diff**; 1300’ eg
Start: 2024-11-27T09:00:00-08:00
End: 2024-11-27T18:00:00-08:00

**ANOTHER LATE FALL FAVORITE**

**[Silver Fall State Park: Trail of Ten Falls Loop Hike](http://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Trail_of_Ten_Falls_Loop_Hike) \~8 mi; Mod/Diff\*\*; 1300’ eg**

***PLEASE ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS to COMPLETE YOUR RSVP***

**DESCRIPTION:**
The Trail of Ten Falls is a designated National Recreation Trail. As such, it's a beautifully sculpted route that weaves above, below, behind and around ten fantastic waterfalls over the course of an 8-mile loop hike with less than 1000 feet of cumulative elevation gain though with the rolling up-and-down terrain the elevation gain will be more.

Five of the waterfalls are more than 100 feet tall and one can walk behind four of the falls. There are several connecting trails which allow you to make shorter loops, but the full loop is doable for most hikers, and it makes a delightful day hike.

**HIKE DETAILS**
• Starting/Ending Point: South Falls Lodge
• Type: Loop
• Difficulty: Moderate to Difficult \*\*depending on your personal level of conditioning.
• Distance: 7-8 miles
• Elevation Gain: 1,300-feet
• Pace: 2 mph - lots of opportunity for enjoying nature & pictures
• Permits or Parking Fees: Oregon State Park Pass or $5 day use fee
• Restroom: At trailhead

**OUR ROUTE:** Click here for a detailed description of this traditional “[Trail of Ten Falls Loop hike”](http://www.oregonhikers.org/field_guide/Trail_of_Ten_Falls_Loop_Hike) We will hike counter-clock-wise.

**WHAT TO BRING:**

* Mask or Face covering- May be requested inside cars.
* Pack the Ten Essentials, including hand sanitizer and a whistle\*\*
* Lunch; Trail Snacks; Plenty of Water
* Hiking boots/trail runners & poles if you use them
* Wear non-cotton layers & bring rain gear
* Exact change for "gas" money to your driver (see below for computation). *Please don't assume that everyone uses Venmo or any other digital money transfer account.*

\*\*Before the hike: Click here for a [comprehensive list of the 10 Essentials](https://www.rei.com/learn/expert-advice/ten-essentials.html).

**CARPOOLING:**

* Passengers, please bring $15 (\~100miles RT @ $.15/mile) for your driver\*\* ***(Please note: If individual drivers don't feel comfortable collecting the full amount from each rider, please let me know- you may choose to contribute the excess towards a fund to subsidize riders who may require assistance in covering the total cost of transportation or we can share the "discount" among all passengers.****)*

**\*\*PNW is a welcoming and inclusive group.** If financial difficulties prevent you from joining us on this adventure, please contact [Chari K](https://4142298.xyz/PNW-Womens-Outdoor-Group/members/120547232) for assistance via private message.

* Drivers, please fill up before the trip
* Please bring your **OR State Parks Pass** if you have one, or share the $5 per vehicle day park pass.
* Mask requirements are at the individual driver's discretion

**\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- DRIVING DIRECTIONS \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-**

**DRIVE TIME TO TRAILHEAD:** Approx 1 hour, 10 minutes. (Depending on traffic.)

**DIRECTIONS:**
Click the following link for:
[Google Map Directions to “Silver Falls State Park - South Falls Day Use Area, Silverton, OR 97381“](https://maps.app.goo.gl/jhZizvm4sH4BXyVP7?g_st=ic)

Do not just put "Silver Falls State Park" into your GPS device as it may take you to a different trailhead.
**Note:** Cell phone service is sketchy there, so last minute communications may be an issue.

**SIGN-UP TERMS & CONDITIONS**

* Please don't RSVP unless you know you can attend. Your “YES” RSVP is your commitment to show up, as our spaces are sometime extremely limited
* Please RSVP “NO” via Meetup (and/or contact the event host) at least 48 hours in advance of an event, if you cannot participate in that event.
* No-Shows & Last-Minute Cancellations (in which you cancel your reservation with less than 48 hours notice, or as stated by the organizer) prevent others from participating in popular events

**PNW WAIVER OF LIABILITY**
By participating in this event, you agree to the PNW Waiver of Liability (see complete liability waiver [here](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KmmxbXTZD9j6E1zELkg8P1TA6rJs_yu-DMLsynpczkU)) that you assume full responsibility for your own health, safety & well-being for the total duration of the event, including all travel.

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PLEASE ANSWER to COMPLETE RSVP: 1) Vaccinated against COVID(Y/N)? 2)Full name & contact #? 3)Emergency contact and ph? 4)Rider or Driver-how many riders? 5) Do you have an Oregon State Park’s pass?

Trail of Ten Falls at Silver Falls State Park, ~8 mi; Mod/Diff**; 1300’ eg

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