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Ingalls Creek

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Open Backpack - Ingalls Creek

Priority for signups are given to B3 students for the first 2 weeks and then the trip will open for any qualified member beginning April 12. Explore an early-season accessible valley in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. Ingalls Creek is one of the largest road-free valleys in this wilderness area. Priority given to Royce’s B3 group participants.

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Royce Poetter
Royce Poetter
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 11.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,450 ft
  • 8 (8 capacity)
  • FULL (3 capacity)
  • Sun, Mar 29, 2026 at 10:00 PM
  • Sun, Apr 12, 2026
  • Wed, Apr 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
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* Priority for this trip will be given to Royce's B3 Backpacking group.

This will be an easy-going hike up Ingalls Creek about 5.3 miles to the Falls Creek campsite.  

The Ingalls Creek Trail features a variety of scenery that includes big pines, boulder fields, granite cliffs, old-growth and occasional views of the mighty Stuart Range. The primary attraction in late spring is the proliferation of wildflowers, some of which are uncommon. Be prepared for the cool breezes that flow down the valley and carry an extra layer.

  • For food storage: Bear Canister or Ursack is ok
  • Outhouse available at Falls Creek campsite
  • Water source is available at the campsite.
  • No river crossing

Meeting place and time

We will meet at the Ingalls Creek Trailhead on Friday morning at 9:30 am.  Everyone should be packed and ready to hit the trail by 10 am.  

A parking pass is required for each vehicle parking at the Ingalls Creek Trailhead. Either a Northwest Forest Pass OR an Interagency pass – America the Beautiful pass is sufficient. Carpooling is encouraged.

Route/Place

Ingalls Creek


  • Green Trails Mt Stuart No. 209
    Green Trails Alpine Lakes East (Stuart Range) No. 208SX
    USGS Mount Stuart
    Green Trails Liberty No. 210
    USGS Liberty
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

The Ten Essentials plus overnight gear which may include:

  • Tent with footprint/ground tarp
  • Stove and fuel
  • Sleeping bag
  • Sleeping pad
  • Water filter
  • Bear canister or Ursack for food storage
  • Cooking pot/pan with plate and utensils
  • Toilet paper and shovel or blue bag to deal with waste
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