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CHS 1 Hike - Colchuck Lake

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 1 Hike - Colchuck Lake

Two for the price of one! We'll hike to picturesque Stuart & Colchuck Lakes in the Enchantments area. This trail winds through a lodgepole pine forest alongside Mountaineer Creek. We'll steadily climb to these alpine lakes which are set in granite cliffs under the towering crags of the surrounding peaks. Don't forget your camera! CHS hike led at a CHS 2 pace (2.0-3.0 mph). CHS hike led at a CHS 1 pace (1.5-2.0 mph).

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Jenifer Brink
Jenifer Brink
Primary Leader
Qualified Youth Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 9.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,100 ft
  • Pace: 1.5-2.0 mph

TBD

TBD

Route/Place

Colchuck Lake


  • Green Trails Alpine Lakes East (Stuart Range) No. 208SX
    USGS Enchantment Lakes
    Green Trails The Enchantments No. 209S
  • See full route/place details.
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Ten Essential Systems

  1. Navigation (map & compass)
  2. Sun protection (sunglasses & sunscreen)
  3. Insulation (extra clothing)
  4. Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
  5. First-aid supplies
  6. Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candle)
  7. Repair kit and tools
  8. Nutrition (extra food)
  9. Hydration (extra water)
  10. Emergency shelter (tent/plastic tube tent/garbage bag)
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