🌅 Evening Hike Series #1 – Powell Butte Nature Park

This is the **first rotation** of our weekly hikes! 🥾 We’ll be rotating through different trails in the Portland area over the next few weeks (not sure yet if it’ll be 4, 5, or more, but you’ll have plenty of chances to join). Each hike will bring its own vibe, scenery, and challenge, so stay tuned for the full lineup!

For this first stop, we’re heading to **Powell Butte Nature Park**, where open meadows meet forested trails and mountain views stretch across the horizon.

**Hike Info**:
🟢 **Trail**: Orchard Loop & Cedar Grove Loop Trail (Powell Butte)
📏 **Distance**: 3.6 miles (5.8 km)
⬆️ **Elevation** gain: 521 ft (158 m)
🕓 **Estimated time**: ~1 hour 30 minutes
🐶 **Dogs**: Allowed (on leash)
🔦 **Reminder**: It may get dark, so please bring a headlamp or flashlight.
📍 **Start location**: Powell Butte Nature Park Trailhead
🚗 **Parking**: [Click here](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ar7WZimQ7LxYCBHQ8?g_st=ipc)

This moderate loop takes you through a mix of meadow views, quiet forest, and rolling hills—perfect for stretching your legs after work and catching a summer sunset. 🌅

🌟 **Carpooling is encouraged**!
If you can offer a ride or need one, drop a comment in the event so folks can coordinate. Please tip your driver if you catch a ride!

💧 **Bring water**, comfy shoes, and good vibes.
We’ll start hiking promptly at 6:00 PM!

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