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Intro to Backpacking Field Trip - Navaho Pass & Peak

Field trip: Introduction to Backpacking

Intro to Backpacking Field Trip - Navaho Pass & Peak

Preference to Tacoma Branch Introduction to Backpacking Students. Trip will open to all Mountaineers based on availability on April 28.

Contacts

Beth Lowe
Beth Lowe
Primary Leader
  • Strenuous
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 11.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,000 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 6,000 ft
  • Pace: 1.75-2.0 mph

TBD

Preference to Tacoma Branch Introduction to Backpacking Students. Trip will open to all Mountaineers based on availability on April 28.

From Stafford Creek trailhead we'll hike 5.5 miles to Navaho pass  and camp at the pass.  This hike is challenging but we will go at a moderate pace.  Leader will provide shorter optional hikes after tent setup.  All participants must be in good physical condition and cardiovascular health.  

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

To be discussed at lecture for Introduction to Backpacking.

The Ten Essentials plus overnight gear which may include:

⦁ Tent with footprint/ground tarp

⦁ Stove and fuel

⦁ Sleeping bag

⦁ Sleeping pad

⦁ Water filter

⦁ Bear canister or Ursack

⦁ Cooking pot/pan with plate and utensils

⦁ Toilet paper and shovel or blue bag to deal with waste

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