Thursday Sep 22, 2016 - Roaring Creek

LES will lead a hike of close to 9.5 miles at Roaring Creek. This is a watershed north of Centralia along Route 42. Three reservoirs adjoin an 8 mile trail that runs from Route 42 to Route 54. We hiked this trail last fall, coming out the same way we went in. This year we take a side trail and circle the middle 1+ mile long reservoir. This year's route adds a scenic walk through high spruce trees along the reservoir. Only a few modest hills on this hike.

For those desiring to see this beautiful location but preferring a shorter hike, several alternatives exist. A round trip hike to the near end of the scenic middle reservoir is less than 4.5 miles. A round trip hike to the far end of the middle reservoir is about 7 miles. Picnic tables are found along the main trail and at the reservoir where rests can be taken.

Inclement weather will cause this hike to be deferred, and a hike at Blue Marsh will be substituted.
MEET: 8:30 AM @ Church Road parking lot off Route 183. From here there will be a drive of about 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the starting point.

TELEPHONE: Leader Les 610-323-1703 with questions