CHS 1 Hike - Thunder Creek–Fourth of July Pass

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 1 Hike - Thunder Creek–Fourth of July Pass

This trail goes up Thunder Creek before cutting up steeply through forest to Fourth of July Pass. CHS hike led at a CHS 1 pace (1.5-2.0 mph)

  • Strenuous
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 10.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 2,300 ft

Ash Way Park and Ride, arrival by 6:30am

(Setting an early arrival time to ensure parking availability on a weekday at this busy P&R.)

Classic northwest hike - we will do the standard route (out and back).       Bring microspikes just in case we encounter snow patches.

Route/Place

Thunder Creek–Fourth of July Pass



  • Green Trails Diablo Dam No. 48

    Green Trails Mt Logan No. 49

    Trails Illustrated North Cascades National Park
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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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