Backpack - Marmot Pass

The leader will coordinate carpooling one week prior to the trip. It's approximately a 3-hour drive from downtown Seattle to the Upper Big Quilcene trailhead. The plan is to be on the trail no later than 9:30 a.m.

This trip is strenuous but we'll have less than six miles to our campsite, so a 1.5 mph pace up to camp would still give us plenty of time to enjoy the afternoon soaking up the views on the pass and ridge.  It's likely that we'll visit the pass again early the next morning with a tentative time of leaving camp by 11:00 AM.  Don't plan on being home on Monday before dinner time.

There may be snow at the pass or on the ridge, so micro spikes might be required. For food storage, you'll need an UR sack or a bear can. I'm planning to bring an UR sack. We'll camp up to a mile beyond Camp Mystery, which is the last water source, so you'll need to carry 3-4 liters of water for overnight and the next morning.

Prepare for temperatures in the low 40s at night and the possibility of rain. If the weather is forecast to be poor (high chance of heavy rain one or both days), I will cancel the trip. 

My expectations are that all participants have a map of the area, have done some of their own research of the location, be prepared, and come with a spirit of adventure.  Since this is an early season hike, snow might prevent us from doing the complete itinerary. If I deem it's not safe for the group to proceed, you'll need to abide by that. 

Permission to register is required.  Send me an email detailing at least two backpacks you've done, including mileage, elevation gain per day and the dates in the past year.  Confirm that you have micro spikes and can carry 3-4 liters of water in addition to a full pack for a mile. I may ask for more details from you to help ensure that all participants on the trip can be successful.