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CHS 2 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 2 Hike - Navaho Pass

CHS hike led at a CHS 2 pace (2.0-3.0 mph)

Contacts

Michael Westbrook
Michael Westbrook
Primary Leader
  • Moderate
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 12.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,200 ft
  • Pace: 2-3 MPH

Navaho Pass

Out and back day hike from the Stafford Creek Trailhead to Navaho Pass.

Stats (From Gaia)

  • Distance: 11.1 miles (17.9 km)
  • Ascent: 3282 ft (1000 m)
  • Min Elevation: 3066 ft (935 m)
  • Max Elevation: 6052 ft (1845 m)

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Logistics

We should plan to leave the Stafford Creed Trailhead promptly at 8 in the morning. Carpooling is encouraged. We can arrange pickups at any of the below Park and Ride stations.

  • Eastgate
  • Preston
  • North Bend
  • Kittitas

Weather

Water

This is my first time on this trail but the map shows us following the Stafford Creek so I presume there will be opportunities to refill water.

10 Essentials

As with any Mountaineers outing, please bring all 10 Essentials. You never need that stuff till you do.

TBD

Route/Place

Navaho Pass & Peak


  • Green Trails Alpine Lakes East (Stuart Range) No. 208SX
    Green Trails Mt Stuart No. 209
    USGS Red Top Mtn
    USGS Enchantment Lakes
  • See full route/place details.
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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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