
Trip
Backpack - Goat Lake (Monte Cristo)
Overnight backpack to Goat Lake
- Info
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- Sat, Jul 9, 2016 — Sun, Jul 10, 2016
- Foothills Backpacking Committee
- Backpacking
- Adults
- Moderate
- For Beginners (Getting Started Series)
- Mileage: 10.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,280 ft
- 5 (8 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
8am trailhead
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Hike at a slow to medium pace to Goat Lake. We need to get to the trailhead pretty early because this is a popular hike and we need to secure a campsite. I like to stop for a 20-30 minute lunch.
More info to follow in an email.
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