Trails Club of Oregon

we will start Canoe Trip in the Okefenokee Swamp in Georgia and float as far as we get down the Suwannee River. possible 2 very short Portages. we will rent equipment at very reasonable rate from Suwannee Canoe Outpost. we will fly out of Portland on Dec. 4th and fly home on the 17th from Jacksonville FL. The float requires minimal experience. We can teach as we go. We will have a pretrip meeting to explain what gear is needed. if you are interested call or text Linda Conrad at 3609075096. note that we tried to go in April but river was flooding. doing more research on best time to go it stated Nov. thru Dec. So let us try again. Go al is up to 200 miles. Magical sight seeing: Alligators, Manatees, birds, snakes, deer and beautiful springs. There are river camps with showers, screens, off the ground camping, power outlets that are maximum $5-$10 per night. More to be added to this description as information is attained.

Join us for a 3-5 mile walking tour of Hopkins Demonstration Forest, offering an immersive experience in the natural beauty and ecological diversity of Oregon's forested landscapes, showcasing sustainable forestry practices and native ecosystems.

We will wander through a variety of forest environments, including mixed hardwood and coniferous forests, wetlands, and meadows. The tour takes us along well-maintained paths, with occasional stops at educational displays and demonstration sites where forest management practices, such as selective thinning and replanting, are explained.

The site hosts a number of educational projects, including research plots on topics like forest health, carbon sequestration, and invasive species management, offering a deeper understanding of contemporary conservation challenges.

Hopkins is home to the Molalla Log House, a historic log cabin, originally located in Molalla, Oregon. This cabin is perhaps the oldest extant building in Oregon, if not the Pacific Northwest, built c. 1790, and, the relocated Clatskanie Mountain Fire Lookout Tower, originally erected in 1954 as part of the Oregon Department of Forestry’s fire protection program in the north Oregon Coast Range east of Astoria.

Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, a student of forestry, or simply looking for a peaceful stroll, Hopkins provides both a tranquil escape into the woods and a deeper appreciation for sustainable land stewardship.

Please bring a lunch to enjoy by the fire in the Poppino Pavilion and participate in woodland-inspired wreath making. Be prepared for rain and wear sturdy hiking shoes.

This is a free event, however, donations to Hopkins Demonstration Forest are appreciated.

UPDATE: A landslide has wiped out the Multnomah Creek Trail, the best access trail is Wahkeena Falls Trail to Multnomah Basin Road.

Come ring in the 2025 new year at Nesika Lodge! All welcome to share the warmth and comfort during the holiday. The lodge will be open from December 29th to January 2nd for day hikes, overnights, or staging for a weekend hike in the area.

Access: Those interested can hike in/out any time while the lodge is open (longer if trained to open/close the lodge). We will meet opposite Multnomah Lodge on Route 30 at 9:00 am December 29th. DO NOT LEAVE VALUBLES IN THE CAR IF PARKING OVERNIGHT. The trail up to the lodge from Multnomah Falls is moderate-difficult, roughly 4 hours in good condition. Warm clothes and micro spikes are necessary, snow shoes are strongly recommended for the unpredictable conditions. If Larch Mountain Rd and Palmer Mill are free of snow, folks can drive in to the lodge. If so, arrangements must be made to unlock the gate on entry/exit, and a chainsaw is required for fallen trees on the forest road. Please contact the host if visiting the lodge for the first time and need directions.

Food: All meals are pot luck during the long weekend, unless someone volunteers to plan meals. Cooking facilities include electric, gas, microwave and wood-fired stoves. All cookware and silverware is available at the lodge.

Sleep: Cots are available in the wood stove-heated dorm, bring a sleeping bag. Floor space is available in the lodge. Dorm or lodge spaces are $18 for adult members, $30 for adult guests.

Other amenities: A generator provides electricity for the lodge. A DVD player and games are available for entertainment. Potable cooking and drinking water is available, though flush toilets and showers are not during the winter. Cell reception is possible with most carriers. There are no garbage facilities in the winter, please expect to pack it out if you pack it in.

Tyee open - Cooks may offer some meals - TBD

Parking is on the right side of Timberline Road, about one-quarter mile up the road. You will need a Sno-Park Parking Permit for your car. To get to the lodge, the steps are cut into the snowbank on the north side of Timberline Road. When you get up the snowbank, take a left and follow the rope to the lodge. It is about a quarter of a mile hike.
If the lot is full, you can park at the ODOT parking area on the south side of Hwy 26, then cross the highway and hike up West Leg Road a little less than a mile.