
30th Anniversary Hike
October 24, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
FreeJoin the Deschutes Land Trust and Executive Director Rika Ayotte for a 30th anniversary hike at one of the Land Trust’s flagship Preserves: the Metolius Preserve. We’ll hike from the North Trailhead through fir, pine, and larch forests and celebrate all that has been accomplished over the years, including restoration and community engagement. Enjoy the fall colors of vine maple and bright yellow larch along the way. Registration is required and opens 1 month prior to the event.
Hike Rating: This is an easy 3 mile hike on Preserve trails.
Route: This hike will start at the North Trailhead of the Metolius Preserve and follow Preserve trails. Terrain will be uneven at times.
Elevation gain/loss: There is very little elevation gain/loss on this hike.