CHS 1 Hike

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'.

  • Moderate/Strenuous
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 14.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,000 ft

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

Route/Place

Pacific Crest Trail: Snoqualmie Pass to Windy 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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