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Intro to Backpacking Field Trip

Field trip: Introduction to Backpacking

Intro to Backpacking Field Trip - Lake Eleanor (Mount Rainier)

An easy intro to Backpacking Field trip

Contacts

Monte Windsor
Monte Windsor
Primary Leader
  • Sat, Jun 13, 2026 — Sun, Jun 14, 2026
  • Tacoma Hiking & Backpacking Committee
  • Backpacking
  • All Who Qualify, Adults
  • Strenuous 3, Technical 2
  • Easy
  • Mileage: 7.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 1,250 ft
  • Pace: 1.5-2 mph
  • 6 (6 capacity)
  • FULL (2 capacity)
  • Mon, Apr 6, 2026 at 8:00 AM
  • Fri, May 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM
  • Cancellation & Refund Policy
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An easy one mile hike with a 500 ft elevation gain to the campsite from Forest Service Road 73. We'll set up camp, then day hike up to Grand Park and back to camp for the evening. This is a great introductory trip. There is limited parking at the trailhead, we'll meet at the Enumclaw Ranger station to encourage carpools. Trip destination and dates are pending successful reservations being obtained from Mount Rainier National Park. 

TBD

Route/Place

Grand Park, Scarface & Mount Fremont


  • Green Trails Mount Rainier Wonderland No. 269SX
    USGS Sunrise
    Green Trails Mt Rainier East No. 270
  • See full route/place details.
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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

  • To be discussed at lecture
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