Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series
CHS 1 Hike - Pacific Crest Trail: Snoqualmie Pass to Windy Pass
CHS hike led at a CHS 1 pace (1.5-2.0 mph) We will start at the south-bound PCT trailhead at Snoqualmie Pass and head south for about 5 miles of gently climbing / rolling terrain (< 1500' elevation gain), and then we will leave the PCT to go summit Mt Catherine, climbing another 1300' to top out just above 5000'.
- Sat, Aug 12, 2023
- Seattle Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Moderate/Strenuous
- Challenging
- Mileage: 14.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 3,000 ft
- 2 (10 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Tentative plan is to meet at 7am at the Tibbetts Valley P&R. Right now it looks like it won't be a hot day, so we don't need to necessarily beat the heat.
I have not hiked this before, but there are rumors of carnivorous plants and amazing views, so let's go on an adventure!
Some links to check for more details --
https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/trip-reports/trip_report.2023-06-28.2444610141
Pacific Crest Trail: Snoqualmie Pass to Windy Pass
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Green Trails Snoqualmie Pass Gateway No. 207S
Green Trails Snoqualmie Pass No. 207 - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
Ten Essential Systems
- Navigation (map & compass)
- Sun protection (sunglasses & sunscreen)
- Insulation (extra clothing)
- Illumination (headlamp/flashlight)
- First-aid supplies
- Fire (waterproof matches/lighter/candle)
- Repair kit and tools
- Nutrition (extra food)
- Hydration (extra water)
- Emergency shelter (tent/plastic tube tent/garbage bag)