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Mount Townsend

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Day Hike - Mount Townsend

Moderately strenuous but rewarding day hike to the long ridgeline summit of Mt Townsend with alpine setting and panoramic views. Will likely still be significant snow.

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Bill McCoy
Bill McCoy
Primary Leader
  • Strenuous
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 8.2 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,900 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 6,243 ft
  • Pace: moderate steady pace

Meet at Upper Mt Townsend TH at 8:45am.

Please bring waterproof boots, trekking pole(s), micro-spikes or equivalent traction devices since we'll likely be encountering significant snow. Gaiters also recommended.

Route/Place

Mount Townsend


  • USGS Mt Townsend
    Green Trails Olympic Mountains East No. 168S
    Custom Correct Buckhorn Wilderness
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