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CHS 1 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 1 Hike - Greenwater & Echo Lakes

CHS hike led at a CHS 1 pace (1.5 - 2.0 mph) This is a long-distance forest hike following the Greenwater River through old-growth forest to a series of lakes, ending at Echo Lake.

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Renee Larkin
Renee Larkin
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 14.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,000 ft
  • 8 (8 capacity)
  • 1 (2 capacity)
  • Wed, Jul 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM
  • Thu, Aug 20, 2026 at 5:00 PM
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
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Boots on Trail Time: 7:30am
Arrival Time: 7:15am
Meeting Location: Greenwater Lakes Trailhead

  • NW Forest Pass required
  • Bathrooms availabl
  • This is a long day  → plan accordingly
  • Bugs can be intense near the lake (bring protection)
  • Some blowdowns and rougher trail sections near the end
  • Can feel remote beyond the first lakes

Route/Place

Greenwater, Echo & Lost Lakes

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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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