Trip

Day Hike - Marmot Pass & Buckhorn Mountain

Aiming for Buckhorn mountain southwest peak beyond Marmot Pass. Prior conditioning required, this will be a long day of hiking and "simple scrambling" near peak. Moderate to advanced hiking skills and conditioning expected. Will comply with all Mountaineer covid considerations.

Sat, Oct 3, 2020
Committee: Olympia Hiking & Backpacking Committee
Activity Type: Day Hiking
Audience: Adults

Difficulty: Very Strenuous
Leader Rating: Challenging
Mileage: 12.3 mi
Elevation Gain: 4,550 ft
High Point Elevation: 6,988 ft

Availability: FULL (3 capacity)
Assistant Leader Availability: 1 (2 capacity)
Cancellation & Refund Policy

Meeting place and time

Anticipated start time 7:30 am at trailhead, more info to follow. Arrive at meeting place 10 minutes early and fully prepared.

Note as of this summer, the trailhead bathroom was closed, bring appropriate blue bag supplies in case closures remain.

Leader's notes

Goals for trip: conditioning at a high level for hikers already in good condition. Sustained pace throughout the day with the ability to hike 14 miles and 4,000+ elevation.

Note this trail is popular and tight which means masks/bandanas will need to be readily accessible to put on as needed.

Current Mountaineers Covid requirements, Leaders are expected to send participants home if they:

Do not have a face mask (unless they have communicated a state-approved

exemption)
Do not have hand sanitizer or biodegradable soap
Do not have adequate personal gear for the activity
Are refusing to comply with Mountaineers guidance

Route/Place

Marmot Pass & Buckhorn Mountain

Recommended Maps:
Custom Correct Buckhorn Wilderness
Green Trails Tyler Peak No. 136
Green Trails Olympic Mountains East No. 168S
Trails Illustrated Olympic National Park
See full route/place details.