Trip

Day Hike - Pacific Crest Trail: Snoqualmie Pass to Windy Pass

A 10-mile round trip hike with 1,550 feet of elevation gain that explores a lightly used but scenic section of the Pacific Crest Trail south from Snoqualmie Pass to Windy Pass. We will traverse a winter ski area pass close to two lakes, cross a talus field and hike through lush meadows on a trail that has great views on a fine day.

Fri, Jul 2, 2021
Committee: Foothills Hiking Committee
Activity Type: Day Hiking
Audience: Adults

Difficulty: Moderate/Strenuous
Leader Rating: Moderate
Mileage: 10.0 mi
Elevation Gain: 1,525 ft
Pace: 2mph average moving speed

Availability: 1 (11 capacity)
Cancellation & Refund Policy

Meeting place and time

8:00 am at the Snoqualmie Pass PCT South Trailhead.

Full location and driving details will e-mailed to participants once the trip closes on June 30

Leader's notes

Elizabeth Nakashima will be assistant leader for this trip.

We will hike south on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) from the Snoqualmie Pass south trailhead over the Summit West ski area and past Beaver Lake and Lodge Lake to the west. About 3 miles out we will traverse a steep talus field overlooking the canyon of the South Fork Snoqualmie River. Then, after a short section of logging road we hike up a narrow trail and arrive at the picturesque Ollalie Meadow with Radio Mountain to the east. Soon after, a short ascent beyond the meadow will bring us to Windy Pass, our destination and high point at 3,800 ft. We will return by the same route with the option to add a short detour to see Lodge Lake.

This hike will be led at a moderate pace (average 2 mph). A good standard of fitness and stamina is required in view of the 10-mile distance and 1,500 ft. elevation gain.

The map for our day trip is: GT Snoqualmie Pass Gateway #207S

COVID PRECAUTIONS

This trip will follow the State and Mountaineers COVID 19 guidelines that apply on the date of this trip.

Participants who are not fully vaccinated (Pfizer & Moderna two shots + 2 weeks or J&J one shot + 2 weeks) are expected to wear a mask when we meetup and on the trail when it’s not possible to keep a minimum of 6 ft. distance from others. Please do not register if you are unwilling to meet this expectation.

MORE INFORMATION:

Full trip details will be emailed to those who sign up soon after registration closes on June 30. at 5pm. In the interim, please contact the leader with any questions:

Chris Ensor ctrails@comcast.net

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