New DATE! Sunset Hike on the Columbia Trail and Ken Lockwood Gorge.

A NEW DATE FOR THE HIKE THAT WAS CANCELLED DUE TO DANGEROUS WEATHER! HOPE YOU CAN MAKE IT THIS TIME.

We love this hike and offer it twice a year, spring/summer and winter/fall. This summer time we will leave at 3:00 pm and return as the sun is setting. Weather permitting, we will hike along the river on the Ken Lockwood Gorge Trail to Califon and return on the trail above the gorge. If you start this hike and decide to turn around before the finish, you are on your own. Please read this information carefully to be prepared.

Heavy rain will cancel the event, so please watch your email the morning of the hike.

Meet Time: 3:00 pm (please arrive 2:45 pm) in the parking lot.

Finish: ETA 7:30 - 8pm.

Location: Meet in the parking lot at the trail head off Main St. in HIGH BRIDGE, NJ.(See the map above with location). Check your GPS directions ahead of time.

Free Parking: No public transportation to this location. Perhaps carpool if needed.

Headlamps or flashlight recommended for return section of the trail, as the sun will be going down.

Difficulty: Moderate, mostly flat, but rocky by the river. Hiking poles and boots are recommended.

Bathrooms: In the park in Califon 1/2 way and at the start as well.

What to bring along: Water and food (your choice) for personal picnic dinner. Pack your food in secure containers, please.

NO dogs on this hike!

Leader: Risa Olinsky aW5mbyB8IGZyZWV3YWxrZXJzICEgb3Jn, 201-618-5582. If you text or call be sure to leave a message and your full name.

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