Nature

First Day Hike: Lichens of Silver Falls on the North Rim Trail

Silver Falls State Park North Rim Trailhead in the North Canyon District
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Jan 1, 2025 mdi-clock 9:00 AM

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 to explore the amazing diversity of lichens found at Silver Falls. 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.

Session Schedule

Jan 1, 2025 mdi-clock-outline 9:00 AM Begins Jan 1, 2025 mdi-clock-outline 10:30 AM Ends