Trip
Day Hike - Dewey Lake, Naches Peak Loop & Pacific Crest Trail
This is a spectacular hike which features stunning views of Mt. Rainier and a beautiful alpine lake. We will hike Naches Peak Loop Trail in the clockwise direction starting from the Chinook Pass trailhead. The loop trail is 3.4 miles with 500 feet elevation gain. A side trail drops 600 feet to Dewey Lake and is 2.4 miles round trip.
- Info
- COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in this Mountaineers activity.
Contacts
- Thu, Sep 20, 2018
- Tacoma Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Retired Rovers, Adults
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Mileage: 6.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,200 ft
- Pace: Slow (2.0 mph)
- 8 (8 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
The group will meet at 9:30 at the Chinook Pass trail head. Restrooms are available at the trailhead. Trip details will be emailed after registration closes on September 17th.
From Enumclaw, drive east on State Route 410 (Chinook Pass Highway) to Chinook Pass (about 44 miles). Continue past Tipsoo Lake to Chinook Pass, go 0.2 mile east on 410 and turn left into the parking lot. Northwest Forest Pass is required. Restrooms are available at the trailhead.
Dewey Lake, Naches Peak Loop & Pacific Crest Trail
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Green Trails Bumping Lake No. 271
Green Trails Mt Rainier East No. 270
Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
- Navigation
- Sun protection
- Insulation (extra clothing)
- Illumination
- First aid supplies
- Fire
- Repair kit and tools, including knife
- Nutrition (extra food)
- Hydration (extra water)
- Emergency shelter