
Trip
Day Hike - Glacier Basin (Monte Cristo)
Bike into Monte Cristo, hike into Glacier Basin. GB trail is a bit scrambly in places.
- Info
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- Sat, Sep 15, 2018
- Seattle Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Challenging
- Mileage: 12.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 2,500 ft
- Pace: Moderately fast
- 10 (10 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
0600 at Brickyard Park & Ride in Bothell
Mountain bike needed for biking the road to Monte Cristo. We'll hike up to Glacier Basin from there. "Trail" to GB is rough, steep, brushy and a bit scrambly in places. Biking: 4 miles each way. Hiking: 4-5 miles.
Route/Place
Monte Cristo, Glacier Basin, Silver Lake & Twin Lakes
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Green Trails Monte Cristo No. 143
Green Trails Sloan Peak No. 111
Green Trails Mountain Loop Highway No. 111SX - See full route/place details.
Roster
Required Equipment
Required Equipment
Mountain or road bike capable of navigating rough gravel road.
- 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
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