Trip

Backpack - North Fork Skokomish River

This is a mentored lead backpack for Justin Fuehrer. Easy overnight backpack trip. We will plan on staying at spike camp with optional day hikes around the area.

Sat, Jul 27, 2024 — Sun, Jul 28, 2024
Committee: Olympia Hiking & Backpacking Committee
Activity Type: Backpacking
Audience: Adults

Difficulty: Easy, Easy
Leader Rating: Easy
Mileage: 7.5 mi
Elevation Gain: 625 ft
Pace: 1.5-2.0

Availability: FULL (6 capacity)
Assistant Leader Availability: FULL (2 capacity)
Cancellation & Refund Policy

Meeting place and time

Drive US-101 to Hoodsport and turn west onto SR-119. Continue 9.3 miles to an intersection, turn left and drive 1.7 miles where the road becomes Forest Road 24. In another 2.7 miles, turn right and continue 1.2 miles to the Staircase Ranger Station and trailhead (875 ft).

We will plan on meeting at the trailhead at 8am to attempt an early start to get camp sites at spike camp and give us time for optional day hikes.

Leader's notes

Easy backpack trip with potential optional day hikes from spike camp.

Route/Place

North Fork Skokomish River

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