Pear Lake

Trip

Backpack - Pear Lake

Gain 1,400 feet over 10.7 round trip miles through the beautiful Willam O. Douglas Wilderness to pretty Pear Lake, where we camp two nights, allowing a day hike on Saturday to several other nearby lakes.

  • Fri, Sep 18, 2015 — Sun, Sep 20, 2015
  • Tacoma Hiking & Backpacking Committee
  • Backpacking
  • Adults, Retired Rovers, Singles, 20-30 Somethings
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 10.7 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,400 ft

This is an opportunity to become more familiar with the lesser explored William O. Douglas Wilderness and visit several lakes east of Chinook Pass. 

A Northwest Forest Pass, or equivalent, must be displayed by each car at the trailhead.

BBB  course students will have priority in signup.

Meet at 8 AM at the Enumclaw Ranger Station.

Route/Place

Pear Lake


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Required Equipment

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
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