Trip
Backpack - Heather Park-Lake Angeles Loop
The Lake Angeles Trail is a moderate backpacking trip that steadily climbs 2,300 feet in 3.7 miles to an elevation of 4196 feet. There are several campsites at the northern end of the 20 acre lake with views of the surrounding steep slopes up to Klahhane Ridge and Mount Angeles. This trip is open to all qualified Mountaineers members but will include extra support for B3 students.
Contacts
- Sat, Jun 15, 2019 — Sun, Jun 16, 2019
- Foothills Backpacking Committee
- Backpacking
- Adults
- Strenuous
- Moderate
- Mileage: 7.4 mi
- Elevation Gain: 2,356 ft
- High Point Elevation: 4,196 ft
- Pace: 1.5-2 mph
- 5 (11 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
TBD
Permits/Reservations: Obtain permits at the WIC in Port Angeles. No reservations needed for this area. The leader will obtain the required permits. A fee of $5 per person is required.
Food Storage Method: No bear wires. Bear canisters recommended as it is difficult to hang food 12 feet high and 10 feet out from the nearest trunk.
Location and sites: Numerous sites at the lake
Toilet Facilities: None. Bury human waste 6-8" deep and 200 feet from water sources and campsites.
Water Source: Lake out let stream
Heather Park-Lake Angeles Loop
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Green Trails Hurricane Ridge/Elwha North No. 134S
Custom Correct Hurricane Ridge
Green Trails Mt Angeles No. 135
Green Trails Port Angeles No. 103 - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
The Ten Essentials, plus overnight gear as specified by the trip leader