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CHS 1 Hike - Jim Whittaker Wilderness Peak Trail

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 1 Hike - Jim Whittaker Wilderness Peak Trail

Early Bird Tuesday CHS hike led at a CHS-1 pace (1.5-2.0 mph). Our route will take us up to Whittaker Wilderness Peak via Gombu Cliffs, down past Shy Bear Pass, and around to Doughty Falls.

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Courtenay Schurman
Courtenay Schurman
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 8.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,825 ft
  • Pace: 1.5-2 mph
  • 1 (8 capacity)
  • 1 (2 capacity)
  • Wed, May 21, 2025 at 9:00 AM
  • Sun, Jun 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM
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Expect shade and greenery. Our uphill pace will be roughly 1.5-1.75 mph, 2 mph on descents.

We'll ascend via Gombu Cliffs route (right at the fork) then continue down the other side to Shy Bear Pass, and continue by following signs over to Doughty Falls.

Our two 15-minute breaks will be at the registry (Whittaker Wilderness Peak) and at Doughty Falls which hopefully will still have running water.

Biobreaks requested as needed. Our goal will be to move pretty continuously and steady, with a few sensory pauses to take in birds, flora, and views. Leader is a big birding fan and loves photography. Join the fun.

Early Bird Tuesday hike. Meet on the east side of Cougar Mountain. From  I-90, take Exit 15 and drive south on highway 900 for a little over 3 miles. Look for the trailhead sign and an asphalt driveway that goes uphill to the right. We will assemble at 6:20 a.m. and start introductions/stretching at 6:30 so we can be walking by 6:40. 

Route/Place

Cougar Mountain: Jim Whittaker Wilderness Peak Trailhead

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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)
  11. Optional trekking poles
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