Basic Backpacking Field Trip - Dosewallips River Road Trail

The Dosewallips River Trail follows the old road most of the way, so it is easy to follow and generally well maintained. It will be about 6.5 miles to the trailhead with a slow but steady gain of 1200 feet. 

Plan for an early start on Saturday since this will be a holiday weekend.  We'll move at a leisurely pace while everyone adjusts to their packs, admires the flowers, and enjoys a spring day in the wilderness. We'll be camping at the old Dosewallips campground. There are black bears in this area, so bear canisters are required. Sunday morning, we'll have breakfast, pack up, and hopefully be out around lunch. Please don't make afternoon plans since times are not guaranteed. 

About Basic Backpacking Field Trips

The Basic Backpacking Field Trip is the final scheduled activity of the Basic Backpacking Course.  For most students it will be their first overnight trip in the backcountry.  Basic Backpacking Field Trips are usually single-night trips along Easy or Moderate routes that do not present any unusual technical challenges.   

Meeting Place: Dosewallips Road Trailhead

Time: 8:30am (this may shift based on the summer ferry schedule)

Carpools can be organized closer to the event and are highly encouraged.