From the Lopez Community Trails Network to our fellow hikers, friends and supporters:

We want to let you know we have had to cancel the June 13 hike scheduled for Turtleback Mountain on Orcas. We apologize for any inconvenience.

We are focusing our efforts on: supporting Odlin Park’s 100 year anniversary celebration on Thursday June 18, leading a June 27 hike to Beecher Preserve in the center of Lopez Island, and also leading a July 23 hike circumnavigating Lopez Hill.

We hope to see you!

Details of upcoming activities are below.

June 18 Odlin Park 100the Anniversary

Check postings from Odlin Park for details about planned activities. LCTN leaders will be at the park Thursday from late morning until mid-afternoon to meet interested hikers and conduct short walks on the north and south trails within the park.

June 27 Beecher Preserve

Description: Hike a seldom visited, hidden gem of a forest trail in the middle of Lopez Island

Start time: 9:30am at the Lopez Village Water Tower adjacent to Isabel’s Coffee to organize carpools.

We will be parking with permission on private property to access this public trail.

Estimated end time: 12:30pm at the Water Tower

Difficulty: Easy.

Distance: 2.0 miles

Elevation gain: minimal

Hike leaders: Kirm Taylor and David Chapman

Please dress for the weather and bring water, snacks, or whatever else you need for a successful hike.

July 11: Lopez Hill - Circumnavigating Lopez Hill

Description: From the preserve parking lot we will go counterclockwise on the trails around Lopez Hill, taking a rest and snack break at the top. While there aren’t any distant views, the trails pass through a range of environments from alder bogs to rocky outcrops, a very peaceful hike through a second-growth forest.

Start time: 9:30am at the schools corner parking lot (first entry on the right after turning on School Road from Center Road) to car pool to the preserve parking lot.

Estimated end time: 1:30pm

Difficulty: Moderate

Distance: 3.5 miles

Elevation gain: 500’

Hike leaders: Kurt Fuller and Steve Snowden

Please dress for the weather and bring water, snacks, or whatever else you need for a. successful hike.

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About Go Take A Hike

LCTN hosts monthly day hikes, alternating between Lopez Island and locations off island.

Hikes are led by LCTN members/trail leaders and are open to anyone. Watch for announced hikes via email and web postings. We ask that you RSVP prior to the hike so we know to expect you. We love our four legged companions but for everyone's comfort and safety, please leave them at home.

When: Time frame for hikes may vary depending on location, weather conditions, tides, and time of year. Check our website for information about upcoming hikes.

Lopez Island hikes - typically plan on 3-4 hours, including lunch.
Off-island hikes - plan for a full day, including travel, depends on location.

Bring: Please be prepared by wearing and bringing items you need for comfort and safety. If you are unsure what items to bring, reach out to the trail leader or refer to this list of 10 essentials: https://www.nps.gov/articles/10essentials.htm.

Cost: There is no charge to join a hike, we are delighted you will join us! Please be prepared to pay for any expenses associated with travel off island, such as ferry tickets. We gladly accept donations which help pay our expenses.

Cancellations: We ask that you RSVP if you plan to join a hike and update us if you need to cancel. Likewise, be aware that there may be circumstances beyond our control, such as weather events or ferry cancellations that could require altering or canceling a hike. Please share your contact information when you RSVP so that we can contact you in the event of a change.

Want to get in on planning or leading a hike? Reach out and let us know how you would like to get involved, we would love to hear from you!

Questions or to RSVP for hikes, please contact: LCTN at gotakeahike@lopeztrails.org