Mount Townsend

Trip

Day Hike - Mount Townsend

PREFERENCE TO OLYMPIA BRANCH CONDITIONING HIKING SERIES PARTICIPANTS. Trip may open to general membership at leader discretion and space availability.

  • Strenuous
  • For Beginners (Getting Started Series)
  • Mileage: 8.2 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,900 ft

TBD

This hike is listed with priority to Olympia Conditioning Hiking Series participants but may open to general membership at leader discretion.  Group will stay together and hike at the speed of the slowest participant.  Arrive at meeting place 10 minutes early and fully prepared.

Route/Place

Mount Townsend



  • USGS Mt Townsend

    Green Trails Olympic Mountains East No. 168S

    Custom Correct Buckhorn Wilderness
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

The Ten Essentials

  1. Navigation
  2. Sun protection
  3. Insulation (extra clothing)
  4. Illumination
  5. First aid supplies
  6. Fire
  7. Repair kit and tools, including knife
  8. Nutrition (extra food)
  9. Hydration (extra water)
  10. Emergency shelter
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