CHS 1 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 1 Hike - Cape Horn

Columbia Gorge Weekend. CHS hike led at a CHS 1 pace (1.5-2.0 mph)

  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 7.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,300 ft
  • Pace: 1.5-2 mph

Note: I typically send out the pre-trip email Thursday evening before the hike. 

Route description: 

https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/cape-horn

In all likelihood, we should see lots of flowers. There is a nice viewpoint at the mid-point of the hike as well. 

Meet at 8 a.m. at Cape Horn Trailhead (a.k.a. Salmon Falls Park and Ride). 

https://goo.gl/maps/arzmvivoDUtpWmmNA 

No parking pass required. 

Route/Place

Cape Horn



  • Green Trails Columbia River Gorge West No. 428S

    Trails Illustrated Columbia River Gorge
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Ten Essential Systems

  1. Navigation (map & compass)
  2. Sun protection (sunglasses & sunscreen)
  3. Insulation (extra clothing)
  4. Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
  5. First-aid supplies
  6. Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candle)
  7. Repair kit and tools
  8. Nutrition (extra food)
  9. Hydration (extra water)
  10. Emergency shelter (tent/plastic tube tent/garbage bag)
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