Trip
Day Hike - Jefferson Ridge
This trail offers a steep climb to the former Jefferson Ridge lookout site with wild rhodies in bloom and territorial views on top. Olympia Lookout Rocker listed. We will be starting at the lower trailhead (at 1600 ft) for added miles and elevation gain.
- 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
John Eliasson
Primary Leader
- Sat, Jun 23, 2018
- Olympia Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate/Strenuous
- Moderate
- Mileage: 6.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 2,250 ft
- High Point Elevation: 3,850 ft
- Pace: Moderate
- 4 (8 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
At least one carpool will leave from the Olympia area at an early hour. I will provide more details via email during the week of the trip.
Come prepared for an early start and a strenuous workout. Participants should have successfully completed comparable trips with similar elevation gains at a moderate pace this year.
Route/Place
Jefferson Ridge
-
Green Trails Olympic Mountains East No. 168S
Custom Correct Mount Skokomish - Lake Cushman - See full route/place details.
Roster
Required Equipment
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
- Trekking poles recommended
Trip Reports