Trip
Day Hike - Rock Candy Mountain
Join us for a hike close to Olympia that provides a good workout and some nice views on a clear day. Conditioning Hiking Series students are welcome on this hike. Distance and elevation is 9 miles and about 1800 feet of elevation gain
- Info
- COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in this Mountaineers activity.
Contacts
Becky Andrade
Primary Leader
- Fri, Apr 17, 2020
- Olympia Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate
- Moderate
- Mileage: 9.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 1,800 ft
- Pace: 15. to 2 mph with breaks as needed
- 6 (6 capacity)
- 2 (2 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Meeting time and location will be sent to registered participants a few days before the trip. Plan on a meeting time of 7:45 a.m.
Prepare for any kind of weather and cooler, windier conditions as the elevation increases. Ten essentials, no cotton, water, and lunch. This is a good early season hike to assess our fitness level for the coming months of hiking.
Route/Place
Roster
Required Equipment
Required Equipment
- Navigation
- Sun protection
- Insulation (extra clothing)
- Illumination
- First aid supplies
- Fire
- Repair kit and tools, including knife
- Nutrition (extra food)
- Hydration (extra water)
- Emergency shelter
Trip Reports