
Trip
Backpack - Tuck & Robin Lakes
Priority registration given to B3 2025 students untill Jun 1.
- Fri, Aug 8, 2025 — Sun, Aug 10, 2025
- Foothills Backpacking Committee
- Backpacking
- Adults
- Very Strenuous
- Moderate
- Mileage: 12.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 4,350 ft
- FULL, 1 on waitlist (5 capacity)
- FULL (3 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
- Permits Required: Northwest Forest Pass for parking
Day 1: Trailhead to Tuck Lake
- Hike to Tuck Lake (~6.5 miles, 3,000’ gain, ~5-7 hours)
- Set up camp at Tuck Lake. Limited campsites; get there early to secure a good spot.
- Relax, swim, or explore the shoreline.
- Cook dinner, enjoy sunset views, and stargaze.
- Sleep early for an easier climb to Robin Lakes tomorrow.
Day 2: Tuck Lake to Robin Lakes & Exploration
- Breakfast and pack up a light day pack for the climb to Robin Lakes (~1.5 miles, 1,300’ gain, ~1.5-2 hours).
- Expect a steep, exposed hike with cairns marking the way.
- After lunch, descend carefully back to Tuck Lake. Swim, relax, or take an easy stroll around Tuck Lake.
- Dinner and sunset photography.
- Share trail stories, stargaze, and enjoy a final night in the wilderness.
Day 3: Return to Trailhead
- Breakfast, pack up camp, and ensure Leave No Trace principles are followed.
- Arrive back at the Deception Pass Trailhead.
- Enjoy a post-trip meal in Cle Elum or Roslyn before heading home.
Details will be provided to the participants before the trip by the email.
Route/Place
Cathedral Rock-Deception Pass-Tuck & Robin Lakes
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Green Trails Stevens Pass No. 176
Green Trails Alpine Lakes West (Stevens Pass) No. 176S - See full route/place details.
Roster
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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