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Whychus Canyon Preserve Hike

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Jun 08

Whychus Canyon Preserve Hike

Enjoy hiking through this 930 acre Preserve along the Whychus Creek. Wildflowers will be abundant so be sure to bring your Native Plant Book

By Friends and Neighbors of the Deschutes Canyon Area (FANs)

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Date and time

Tue, June 8, 2021, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM PDT

Location

Whychus Canyon Preserve 69899 Goodrich Road Sisters, OR 97759

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Hike Rating: Moderate, 7 miles total, loop trail.

Guide: Cindy Murray

Enjoy hiking through this 930 acre Preserve along Whychus Creek. This land is privately owned by Deschutes Land Trust but open to the public. The trail descends to Whychus Creek and through old growth juniper, cottonwood and aspen stands. Wildflowers will be abundant, so be sure to bring your native plant book! Rattlesnakes may be encountered on or near the trail this time of year.

Bring your binoculars. Standard hiking equipment includes sturdy boots, extra layer of clothing, lunch, water, and hiking poles. Sunscreen, hat and rain gear are advisable. Bring a mask. Standard COVID precautions will be in effect.

This is a free hike, limited to 8 participants (including hike leader). Pets are not allowed on this hike.

Driving Directions:

From Hwy 126 (Redmond, Madras, Prineville): Turn right onto Goodrich Road. Follow Goodrich Road for 1.5 miles until the paved road begins to curve sharply to the right. Continue straight at the curve onto a gravel road and follow this road 1.3 miles north to a split in the road. You’ll see the Whychus Canyon Preserve welcome sign straight ahead. Continue north for another 0.4 miles to the kiosk and parking area.

From Hwy 20 (Bend, La Pine, Sunriver): Take Hwy 20 towards Sisters for approximately 13 miles. Turn right on Fryrear Road and continue 5.5 miles to the intersection with Hwy 126. Turn left onto Hwy 126 for 1 mile, then right onto Goodrich Road. Follow Goodrich Road for 1.5 miles until the paved road begins to curve sharply to the right. Continue straight at the curve onto a gravel road and follow this road 1.3 miles north to a split in the road. You’ll see the Whychus Canyon Preserve welcome sign straight ahead. Continue north for another 0.4 miles to the kiosk and parking area.

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