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09-16-2009
This is an excellent, very scenic hike. However, the clockwise version (which climbs goat ridge and goes through Jordan Basin) is STRENUOUS. Maybe less without a pack but strenuous none the less. Definetely go during the week to avoid the crowds. There must have been thirty to forty cars at the trailhead when I left on a Saturday morning. One last tip: If you live in Portland, the easiest and fastest way to get there is the route near Packwood (FR 21). There is no Conrad lake so don't be suprised when you don't see a sign for it. The sign at the turn off from FR 21 is for Chambers Lake. I don't know what the sign was like when the previous author posted, but now there is a paper plate on a wood sign that says Chambers Lake (there is nothing that says road 2150 but if you have a forest road map you should be fine). Once on 2150, keep left until you see the sign for the trailheads after a couple miles. Happy hiking!
09-27-2004
Just did this loop 9/25-26, and I have to say it is one of the most scenic hikes in the NW. The fall colors were amazing, and the wildlife was out in full force - saw mountain goats, a badger, and even a black bear in the meadows near snowgrass flats. This does seem to be a pretty popular hike, so if you want a site at the lake, go early. Also, the loop trail is also open to horses, so expect lots of horse manure and mudholes, but that shouldn't deter you from enjoying this truly amazing hike..
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