CHS 1 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 1 Hike - Squak Mountain: Bullitt Fireplace Access

Hike the northern part of Squak Mountain State Park from the Bullitt Fireplace Trail accessed on Mountainside Drive. CHS hike led at a CHS 1 pace (1.5-2.0 mph)

  • Easy/Moderate
  • Easy
  • Mileage: 5.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,350 ft

Meet at 7 a.m at the trailhead on Mountainside Drive. 

Coordinates: 47.523012177735346, -122.05771614593306

https://goo.gl/maps/zBGWn1Qz97u9wdzt7 

We'll move at a light to moderate pace following the Bullitt Fireplace trail, with a break at the fireplace.  

Required equipment: the Ten Essentials, including rain gear and extra layers in case the weather changes on us. You may wish to bring snacks or a warm beverage to enjoy. 

Distance and elevation are estimates. 

Route/Place

Squak Mountain: Bullitt Fireplace Access


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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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