Intro to Backpacking Field Trip

Field trip: Introduction to Backpacking

Intro to Backpacking Field Trip - Navaho Pass

Overnight Backpacking Field trip. The boilerplate description says "day hike" but we will hike in on Saturday (June 2) and hike out on Sunday (June 3); the one-way distance is approximately 5.5 miles. Great views and some interesting options for exploring after we set up camp.

  • Strenuous
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 11.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,000 ft
  • Pace: 1.5 mph

We’ll meet at 6:15 a.m., ready to depart at 6:30 a.m., at the South Hill Park-and-Ride, 9th Street SW and 31st Avenue SW (formerly known as 94th Street SW & 104th Street E – the City of Puyallup recently incorporated this area, hence the new street names and confusion).  This is the Park-and-Ride on the North side of Hwy 512 and we’ll meet in the northwest area of the lot, look for the red Ford Explorer.  Carpools are encouraged but are not assigned or required.

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

The 10Es and gear for an overnight trip; you may want to consider bringing 1 luxury item since it's a quick trip.  If you don't have a water filter or stove yet, please contact me and we can arrange sharing.

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