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CHS 2 Hike

Field trip: Conditioning Hiking Series

CHS 2 Hike - Welcome Pass via Damfino Lakes

This will be a long but moderate elevation gain August CHS 2 hike led at 2-2.5 mph. As with anything in the North Cascades in August, if there are smoke issues we'll re-route.

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Craig Behnke
Craig Behnke
Primary Leader
  • Strenuous
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 15.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,200 ft
  • FULL, 1 on waitlist (8 capacity)
  • FULL (2 capacity)
  • Wed, Jul 16, 2025 at 1:00 PM
  • Fri, Aug 22, 2025 at 5:00 PM
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
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We'll meet at the Damfino lakes trailhead at 7:30am. This is a long way from Seattle so overnighting nearby is recommended-- choices include hotels or the KOA campground in Lynden; various National Forest campgrounds do have first come first served sites available.

Route/Place

Excelsior Peak via Damfino Lakes

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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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