Backcountry Trail Run - Enchantments Traverse

We will run from the Stuart Lake trailhead  to the Snow Lakes trailhead. 

Please be advised that this is a trail run, not a hike. Participants must be experienced trail runners, comfortable with technical terrain, and in stellar physical condition. For example, you should have  recently run a half-marathon with significant (3,000+ ft) elevation gain.  We expect it to take 6 hours of running to complete the route. Our overall time may be a bit longer so we can take some picture/water breaks.  We will fast hike steep sections such as Aasgard Pass. 

We will take short breaks as needed with possibly a longer break at a lake mid-way. We will replenish our water from water sources along the route. 

Leader permission is required because of the extreme nature of this trip. Once we start, it won't be easy to turn around or bail. Please tell us about your recent trail running history.  Leaders will not respond to inquiries before the Registration date. 

This trip is for fully vaccinated runners only! You will be asked to show proof of your vaccine status when you request Leader permission. 

Please read about the Traverse before you request Leader permission. 

https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/enchantment-lakes

This trip may be canceled due to inclement weather or wildfire smoke.  The backup date is Sept. 17th. 

 We'll meet at a restaurant in Leavenworth at approximately 7:00PM the night before to go over logistics. Participants should plan to stay the night before the run. Options and details will be sent to registered participants.  

We will start the run at the Stuart Lake trailhead very early in the morning (time TBD) after we shuttle cars.