It was nice to be in the forest again. I moved here from Portland 18 months ago and have missed the peace and tranquility of a hike through the woods. This hike (with the added 3.5 miles to Sturvenant Falls) was very a great workout and I would rank it moderately difficult. Lots of tree cover would make this a perfect hike for a summer afternoon...and the water element throughout is always an added benefit. There are some great vistas as the trail begins and ends, but besides that you are pretty much "in the woods" the entire time. - Mike Hikes - rating:3 stars - 2006-10-02