First Day Hike: Sense and Sensibility on the North Rim Trail

Join park staff for a 1.5-mile hike on the newly opened North Rim Trail. The hike will begin at the North Canyon Trailhead and traverse ¾ mile to the North Falls viewpoint. Visitors will get a chance to use all of their senses to the during the hike and learn how to prepare for a trip in the outdoors. Pets are allowed on leash on this hike.

The North Rim Trail has a surface of compacted gravel, is 6 feet wide, and has a slope of less than 5%. Most mobility devices can navigate this trail.

The North Canyon Trailhead is located at Milepost 28 on Oregon Highway 214, 3 miles north of the South Falls day-use area. Look for “First Day Hike” signs to direct you to the meeting point. For more information, call the park at 503-873-8681.