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Backpack - Dewey Lake

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Backpack - Dewey Lake

Backpack for Tacoma Backpack class students but others welcome. Two nights at lovely Dewey Lake; day hike along scenic ridge to American Lake on second day, then out on third day via the Naches Peak loop; expect flowers and views!

Contacts

Margot Tsakonas
Margot Tsakonas
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 18.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,800 ft

Leader will communicate via email ahead of the trip to coordinate gear. We will do a little hands on training in camp.

USFS Parking Lot at Chinook Pass on Hwy 410 at 1000 am.  Other carpool arrangements will be made once we  know the roster.

Route/Place

Dewey Lake, Naches Peak Loop & Pacific Crest Trail


  • Green Trails Bumping Lake No. 271
    Green Trails Mt Rainier East No. 270
    Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX
  • See full route/place details.
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

The Ten Essentials plus overnight gear which may include:

  • Tent with footprint/ground tarp
  • Stove and fuel
  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad
  • Water filter
  • Bear canister or extra stuff sack and cord designated for hanging food
  • Cooking pot/pan with plate and utensils
  • Toilet paper and shovel or blue bag to deal with waste
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