August Hikes: 4 miles to 7 miles, 600 to 2,000 feet gain - Big Creek Loop

Our goal for this hike will be to get outside and enjoy the forest while returning to the trailhead as a group. We will plan to do introductions and orientation at 8:00, then hit the trail. My hike style is social, bust destination-focused and I encourage getting to know your fellow hikers. I am happy to stop for photos and plant identification, but ask that folks keep up with the group. We will hike as a loose group (everyone remains within eyesight) at a pace of 1.5-2.0mph depending on how the group is feeling and will plan to stop for a snack at the halfway point.

Big Creek Loop covers 4.3 miles and 850ft of elevation gain while climbing through mossy forest and crossing numerous streams. The group will have the option of going clockwise or counterclockwise depending on if they want to get the steepest section out of the way up or down. Poles will be needed for this trip. We should be finished hiking in 3 hours. After the hike, participants are invited to stop at Hoodsport Coffee Company for coffee and Olympic Mountain Ice Cream!

More info about the hike can be found here: https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/big-creek-olympic-peninsula

8:00AM at the Big Creek Campground parking lot. I suggest arriving at the trailhead 15 minutes early. Hikers are expected to be geared up and ready to hike at 8:00. A Northwest Forest Pass or America the Beautiful Pass is required.Bathrooms are available at the trailhead.