Lake Wilderness 8 loop - Green River Gorge

Park to the right when entering the main lot at Lake Wilderness Lodge.  If the mountain is out we'll take a group picture on the deck of the Lodge. 
We will start by descending gentle curves on Witte Rd to the Cedar river. Then gradually climb up Maxwell and Lake Francis Rd to Lake Francis Park for the first restroom stop (mile 8). Pedal through tranquil forests and the beautiful Danville-Georgetown Open Space to the Cedar to Green River trail.  There is hard pack gravel (for 0.4 miles) to keep us off the busy Hwy.  We wind through residential areas to the lunch stop at S'wiched (mile 20) [delicious sandwich menu link below] or if you must, there is a Starbucks a stone's throw away. After lunch we head east to Ravensdale Park (mile 22), Retreat, south to Kanasket, and Cumberland.  Then descend past natural springs to the Green River Gorge for a spectacular vista and photo op.  We'll climb gradually 4 miles up to Black Diamond. The final restoom stop is at Lake Sawyer Regional Park trail head (mile 39) then rollers and a short 12% descent back to the start.

Start: Arrive at the start by 9:45 am to hear the Route update and SMART talk.  We plan to depart at 10:00 am sharp.

Cue Sheet: Ride With GPS route link is below.  If you would like a map and cue sheet, print it from your browser.

Restrooms: At the start in the Lake Wilderness Lodge, Lake Francis Park (mile 8), S'wiched lunch stop (mile 20), Ravensdale Park (mile 22), Lake Sawyer Regional Park (mile 39).

RSVP:  Click on the red "Register Now" button under the title above, then check the box for "Waiver Signature" and fill in the contact information. This will improve legibility and expedite the sign-up at the start.  On-line RSVP requires a Cascade Bicycle Club account, which is easy to set up, but if you don't want one, come anyway and sign the hard-copy "Safety Affirmation and Liability Release" at the start. 

Cancellation: If weather conditions meet the "Showers cancel" criteria, a Ride Canceled note will be posted in the Comments below, at least 2 hours prior and Ride Leader will not be at the start.  If the weather looks questionable, please check here before leaving for the ride.