Trip
Day Hike - Dry Creek
Low elevation hike, first few miles are snow free. We will not be crossing Dry Creek. Climbs steadily 7.3 miles, 1, 000 feet gain. Possibly 6-8 inches snow on upper trail. Lunch at the stopping point next to the river.
- Sat, Mar 17, 2018
- Olympia Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Mileage: 7.3 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,000 ft
- High Point Elevation: 1,600 ft
- 2 (7 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Meet at the Home Goods Parking Lot on 1200 Cooper Point Road SW. Park in slots closes to Cooper point road and furthest from the store. Be ready to depart at 9:00.
Trail climbs steadily, dress accordingly. Bring lunch. Possibly of snow on upper trail, bring hiking poles, gaiters, good boots and spikes if you have them.
Dry Creek
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Green Trails Mt Steel No. 167
Green Trails Mt Tebo No. 199
Custom Correct Mount Skokomish - Lake Cushman
USGS Mt Skokomish
USGS Lightning Peak
USGS Mt Tebo
Green Trails Olympic Mountains East No. 168S - 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