Twin Lakes Snowshoe 4/4
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Twin Lakes Snowshoe 4/4
They are further from 26 than Mirror Lake, so they are less crowded. The terrain is a bit tougher than Trillium Lake, so you won't have to worry about dodging wobbly novice cross-country skiers on the trail. The Frog Lake SnoPark starting point is a popular dog sled practice area, so you will see gorgeous athletic doggies running in unison--Mush! And to top it all off, the route follows the Pacific Crest National Scenic Trail for a good ways so you can brag to all your friends that you did the PCT in winter! (PCT means absolutely no snowmobiles--Woo-HOO!)
WHAT: Easy snowshoe of approx. 6 miles round trip and 500 elevation gain, to Upper and Lower Twin Lakes from Frog Lake SnoPark. http://www.fs.fed.us/r6/mthood/recreati ... ions.shtml
WHEN: 7 AM, Saturday, April 4, 2009. We'll be departing at 7, so get there early to snag a carpool seat. [This has changed due to everybody meeting at the Sno-Park; PM me if you want to join us.]
WHERE: The Safeway parking lot at 2501 SW Cherry Park Rd., Troutdale, OR, 97060. Go east on 84, take exit 16 and go south (right), go up one mile and take a left at the Cherry Rd./Glisan light, turn left at the Safeway sign and look for us in the middle, near the Godfather's Pizza. I'll be in a big, silver Silverado (I just love irony of that.) [This has changed due to everybody meeting at the Sno-Park; PM me if you want to join us.]
WHO: Folks with snowshoes who are Jonesing for one last romp in the white stuff; canines welcome. Keep in mind that we will occasionally be around dog sled teams, so bring the strong leash and hang on!
HOW: All drivers, get yourself a SnoPark Pass at Joe's or REI or the DMV. All riders, get yourself some ready cash to thank your driver. Check the weather and dress accordingly. http://forecast.weather.gov/MapClick.ph ... it=0&lg=en There are restrooms at the trail head. Binoculars are always encouraged, as is chocolate--I can almost guarantee you'll be sharing both--right, Caleb? I'm stowing a hot beverage in the car for when I get back along with a change of clothes and footwear. Follow my lead and enjoy the ride home a lot more.
WHY: To give the ol' snowshoes one last fling before you pack 'em away. We're gonna top off the '08 - '09 winter season with a flourish!
anna in snowshoes Stuff about Twin Lakes I found on the web:
http://www.earthshare-oregon.org/our-gr ... event_view
http://somefun.info/hikingSite/twinLake ... Lakes.aspx
http://outdoors.webshots.com/album/560535168WbcfGP
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Re: Spring Snowshoe Fling
YAY, snowshoeing! I've only been out ONCE this winter and I'm feeling really guilty about it.. so I'm in (if I get the day off).
I'd suggest somewhere on St. Helens since it's close.. but I'm guessing that's probably been done to death (same for Mt. Hood). I saw a lot of snow parks along route 22 and around Sisters that I wanted to try but didn't have time to.. but I have no idea if they've got views.
That's all I've got for now..
I'd suggest somewhere on St. Helens since it's close.. but I'm guessing that's probably been done to death (same for Mt. Hood). I saw a lot of snow parks along route 22 and around Sisters that I wanted to try but didn't have time to.. but I have no idea if they've got views.
That's all I've got for now..
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Re: Spring Snowshoe Meet-n-Greet
Yowza, it may just be you an' me, kid! Wonderful! Just name the day and we'll do it then.
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Re: Spring Snowshoe Meet-n-Greet
OK, we've got a date and a time. Now all we need is a trail. Anyone, anyone? Bueller?
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Re: Twin Lakes Snowshoe 4/4
OK, this trip is ready to go! I'm scouting out a carpool spot today on 26, I'll be adding that later tonight. Ladies and gentlemen, start your snowshoes!
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Re: Twin Lakes Snowshoe 4/4
We're good to go! I'm bringing some friends along and you're encouraged to do the same. Looking forward to seeing everybody in the fresh phlumf! Woo-HOO!
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Re: Twin Lakes Snowshoe 4/4
Bump!
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Re: Twin Lakes Snowshoe 4/4
Hmm...if there are no takers on this one by 3/24, I'm going to cancel it.
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Re: Twin Lakes Snowshoe 4/4
Hey Anna, can count me in. I'm pretty much a beginner on snowshoes, but this sounds like a nice easy trek, so I'll do my best not to slow you down to much.
Darin
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Re: Twin Lakes Snowshoe 4/4
I intend to take my time and enjoy every step, Darin. You'll feel right at home!
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