
Trip
Backpack - Goat Lake (Monte Cristo)
This is fun, moderate backpack (10 miles, 1280' gain) offering an easy approach to a scenic alpine lake with waterfalls along the way. PERFECT FOR B3 STUDENTS!!
- Info
- COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in this Mountaineers activity.
- Mon, Aug 8, 2016 — Tue, Aug 9, 2016
- Foothills Backpacking Committee
- Backpacking
- Singles, 20-30 Somethings, Retired Rovers, Adults
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Mileage: 10.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,280 ft
- 12 (12 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
7 am at the Tibbets Park & Ride, Issaquah
On Monday, the hike to Goat Lake starts a mile off the Mountain Loop road between Barlow Pass and Darrington. We will set up camp at Goat Lake for the night. On Tuesday, we will hike back out.
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