South Coast Striders – Rescheduled–Blacklock Point from Floras Lake–Sunday, June 12, 2022. Join us for this rugged 8.2 mile journey from Floras Lake to Blacklock Point, starting along the lake, through densely wooded trails and exposed rocky points with beautiful ocean views. There will be a short version of the hike (approximately 4 miles). This will most likely be a hike about halfway to the point and a return (possibly along the beach). The longer hike is a beautiful hike that is mostly level, and the trail is in excellent condition. It begins (and ends) with soft sand, but by staying near the lake you will have pretty solid footing. There were some muddy spots a week ago, so waterproof footwear might be welcome. This hike is rated difficult, but that’s mainly due to the length. Because it’s an ‘out and back,’ the distance can be shortened by turning around at any point. Dress in layers, windbreaker with a hood is highly recommended. Bring water and something to eat (lunch). Plan on 4-5 hours for the hike if you don’t return early (which is an option). There is a ‘restroom’ at the trailhead that’s usually in pretty rough shape. People have used the campground restroom in the past. More Hike Leaders = More Hikes: No leaders = no hikes. There have been a lot fewer group hikes recently. That’s because there haven’t been enough people volunteering to lead hikes. We can’t make a schedule with only two or three leaders. If you want to find out more about what it takes to lead a hike, there is a description on the website. You can volunteer to lead a hike by completing a volunteer form. Location and Time: Meet at 9:30 at Boice-Cope County Park. If the demand is high, and we have a leader, we will have a second starting time about 20 minutes later. NOTE: There is a $5 Day Use Fee at Boice-Cope County Park, and in the past this has sometimes been enforced for cars parked out on the road. Directions: From Bandon or Coos Bay, travel south on Hwy. 101 to Langlois. Go 1/2 mile past Langlois and turn right (west) on Floras Lake Loop Road. Follow the signs 3 miles to Floras Lake and Boice-Cope County Park.
