
Trip
Day Hike - Marmot Pass & Buckhorn Mountain
Beautiful, challenging hike to Marmot Pass via Upper Big Quilcene trail and continuing on and up to Buckhorn Mountain.
- Info
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- Tue, Jul 13, 2021
- Olympia Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Very Strenuous
- Challenging
- Mileage: 13.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 4,500 ft
- High Point Elevation: 6,978 ft
- Pace: Casual/Moderate
- 1 (6 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Trailhead, time TBD - early a.m.
Plan on a long day. If weather forecast is not favorable, trip will be re-scheduled. The trail to Buckhorn from the pass is a little scrambly but doable by experienced hikers. Expect bugs, be prepared. Poles recommended. NW Forest Pass required.
Route/Place
Marmot Pass & Buckhorn Mountain
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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.
Roster
Required Equipment
Required Equipment
- Navigation
- Headlamp
- Sun protection
- First aid
- Knife
- Fire
- Shelter
- Extra food
- Extra water
- Extra clothes
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