Roaring Creek, Talus Loop — Thursday, Feb. 9, 2023

I wanted another hike with no more than 1,000 feet elevation gain and between 4 to 6 miles as I am gradually conditioning myself after recovering from surgery awhile back.  Hoping to be back to my normal hiking condition and abilities by spring and summer.  I hiked a lollipop loop starting on the Teneriffe trail and went past the Teneriffe Falls trail junction and past the Roaring Creek trail junction and on to the Talus Loop trail junction.  From there I hiked the Talus Loop trail and connected to the Roaring Creek trail and took it back to the Teneriffe trail and then on back to the trailhead.  Great hike as far as nice forest and waterfall hikes go and a perfect spring like day to be out...in early February.  All trails were in excellent condition with all blowdowns removed and no snow.  It was just what I needed with an ascent of 895 feet and 4.5 miles in length.