
Trip
Backpack - Pacific Crest Trail: Crest Horse Camp to Bridge of the Gods
This is an 18.5 mile one way hike south on the Pacific Crest Trail from near Rock Creek to the Bridge of the Gods.
- Info
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- Sat, Jun 25, 2016 — Sun, Jun 26, 2016
- Foothills Backpacking Committee
- Backpacking
- Singles, 20-30 Somethings, Retired Rovers
- Moderate/Strenuous
- Moderate
- Mileage: 18.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 3,430 ft
- FULL (5 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
We will meet at a P&R in Federal Way at 5 am or at the Bridge of the Gods at 8:30 am...we will need at least one other vehicle to set up car shuttle
This hike/backpack is offered as part of the 2016 PCT Challenge, though it is open to any qualified Mountaineers member******PLEASE NOTE******This is only an 18.5 mile section of the posted trip.
Day 1: 12.5 miles total up/down: +2677/-3613ft.
Day 2: 6 miles total up/down: +754/-1336ft
Pacific Crest Trail: Crest Horse Camp to Bridge of the Gods
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Green Trails Lookout Mtn No.396
Green Trails Wind River No. 397
Green Trails Bridal Veil No. 428
Green Trails Bonneville No. 429 - See full route/place details.
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