Basic Backpacking Field Trip - Lake Dorothy

A one-night trip to a classic alpine lake. The road is washed out, so our hike will start with 4 miles of road walking and the possibility of an ankle-deep ford where the river crosses the road. 

We will plan to camp at Dorothy Lake, but if everyone in the group desires and if snow levels allow, we may optionally continue to Bear & Deer Lake - another 1.6 miles and ~700'. This may also be an option for a day hike after setting up camp. 

This trip will go rain or shine. 

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.   

TBD, but plan on a very early morning start.

Carpooling is strongly recommended and we will likely need to consolidate cars before heading to the "trailhead" as there is limited parking at the washout.