Trip

Backcountry Trail Run - Granite Lakes

Trail run to granite lakes

Sat, May 18, 2024
Committee: Foothills Trail Running Committee
Activity Type: Trail Running
Audience: Adults

Difficulty: Moderate
Leader Rating: Moderate
Mileage: 8.4 mi
Elevation Gain: 2,810 ft

Availability: 3 (5 capacity)
Assistant Leader Availability: FULL (2 capacity)
Cancellation & Refund Policy

Meeting place and time

Granite Creek TH at 8:30am. Discover Pass required

Leader's notes

Route: This is a rather popular trail to Granite Lakes. See https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/granite-creek-road-trail for more info about the trail and recent trip reports

Pacing: run/walk the uphill portions, mostly run back downhill on the non-rocky sections. Overall this averages out to around 15 minute miles round trip. We'll have plenty of time to take pictures and eat/drink as necessary.

Gear: Make sure to bring layers for the change of elevation, along with all the other essentials. Poles might be useful, but many people hike this trail without them, so up to you.

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