Difficulty: Moderate
Distance: 6 miles total
Elevation Gain: 800 feet
Leader: Chandra LeGue (Oregon Wild’s Senior Conservation Advocate)
Location: Willamette National Forest, east of Sweet Home
Step back in time on this hike into the heart of a truly wild area – a 9,500 acre designated Roadless Area, in fact. We’ll head past the twin Gordon Lakes through a spectacular old-growth forest, and make our way to a series of wildflower meadows and the headwaters of the proposed South Santiam Wild & Scenic River with Sourgrass Mountain rising to the south. Exploring this area is a great way to feel inspired to defend roadless area protections!
The goal of Oregon Wild’s outdoor program is to connect our supporters to the places we work to protect and conserve. Our guided hikes and outings are led by staff members with experience in our conservation campaigns, knowledge about the natural world, and a passion for Oregon’s wild places and wildlife. Our programs offer an educational experience and a connection to advocacy for the places we visit. We strive to make our outdoor programs inviting and safe for everyone.
