
Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series
CHS 2 Hike - Enchantments Traverse
CHS 2 GRADUATION HIKE. A long, strenuous traverse through one of the most beautiful alpine settings on earth, The Enchantments in the Alpine Lakes Wilderness. This trail heads over ridges, through alpine meadows and a medley of lakes, granite peaks and subalpine larches. Led at a CHS 2 pace (2.0-3.0 mph).
- Info
- COVID-19: Learn about our most up-to-date guidance for participants and leaders on our COVID-19 Response page. All participants and leaders must agree to the COVID-19 Code of Conduct before participating in this Mountaineers activity.
- Sat, Sep 4, 2021
- Seattle Hiking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults
- Very Strenuous
- Challenging
- Mileage: 18.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 4,500 ft
- Pace: 2.0-3.0 mph
- 7 (8 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
TBD
TBD
Route/Place
The Enchantments
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Green Trails Alpine Lakes East (Stuart Range) No. 208SX
Green Trails Enchantment Lakes No. 209S - See full route/place details.
Roster
Required Equipment
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)
Trip Reports