Basic Backpack - Talapus, Ollalie, Rainbow & Island Lakes

Three-day, two-night camping trip to Island Lake, visiting and hopefully swimming in several other lakes. Hike Mt. Defiance on the "zero" day.

Trip plan: 

Thursday, June 26: starting at the Pratt Lake trailhead at exit 47, hike to Island Lake and set up camp there. About 5.5 miles and 2,500 ft elevation gain.

Friday, June 27: hike Mt. Defiance and return to camp. About 6.4 miles and 1,300ft elevation gain. Optional side trip to Mason Lake. 

Saturday, June 28: pack up, hike out. Optional side trip to Talapus Lake. 

Leader Permission required. You are welcome to contact me  before registration opens. Early registration available for students in my field trips this Spring.  

If you are a current Seattle Basic Backpacking student who has completed their field trip, you have permission and are welcome to register without contacting the leader.  As with all club activities, please make sure you are prepared for the distance, pace and elevation gain. 

If you are not a current student, please fill out the leader permission and describe how you are staying active to make sure you are prepared to enjoy and contribute to this trip. Basic Backpacking badge or similar experience (includes Scrambling, Climbing, Winter Camping) required.

Exit 47 off I-90 on Thursday, 6/26. More info TBA. Drivers will need a Northwest Forest or Interagency (America the Beautiful) Pass.