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CHS 1 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 1 Hike - Norse Peak

A lollipop route with with glorious views and wildflowers. We'll start at the Norse Peak trailhead, hike up to Norse Peak, continue on to Scout Pass, hike on the PCT to Barnard Saddle, then loop back via the Goat Lake trail. Fascinating terrain with new growth since the "Norse Peak Fire" in 2017. CHS hike led at a CHS 1 pace (1.5-2.0 mph).

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Elliott Krivenko
Elliott Krivenko
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 12.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,300 ft
  • Pace: 1.5-2 mph
  • 8 (8 capacity)
  • FULL (2 capacity)
  • Wed, Jul 22, 2026 at 9:00 AM
  • Thu, Aug 6, 2026 at 5:00 PM
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
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There are no water sources along the route and significant sun exposure. Bring plenty of water and sufficient sun protection.   

Norse Peak Trailhead at 7:30 AM ready to hike by 7:45 AM.  We can coordinated carpooling the week of the hike. 

Parking: Northwest Forest Pass/America the Beautiful. (technically I think no pass is needed here since there are no facilities, but always best to err on the side of caution)  

No toilet available at the trailhead. 

Parking is at a turnout on a paved road. 

Route/Place

Pacific Crest Trail: Norse Peak to Hayden Pass

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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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