CHS 2 Hike - Horseshoe Basin via Cascade Pass

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 2 Hike - Horseshoe Basin via Cascade Pass

CHS2 graduation hike and a North Cascades classic! We'll hike to Horseshoe Basin in the Stehekin River Valley via Cascade Pass featuring jaw-dropping views of the North Cascade peaks, a waterfall-filled cirque, an old mine, and wildlife galore.

  • Strenuous, Very Strenuous
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 18.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 4,600 ft
  • Pace: 2.0-3.0 mph

TBD

TBD

Route/Place

Cascade Pass & Sahale Arm


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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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