Field trip: Introduction to Backpacking
Intro to Backpacking Field Trip - Silver Creek Way Trail
Overnight Backpacking Field trip
- Fri, Aug 21, 2026 — Sat, Aug 22, 2026
- Tacoma Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Backpacking
- Adults, All Who Qualify
- Challenging
- Mileage: 13.4 mi
- Elevation Gain: 4,224 ft
- Pace: 1.75-2.00
- 4 (4 capacity)
- 1 (2 capacity)
- Mon, Apr 6, 2026 at 8:00 AM
- Fri, May 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
- iCal Google
TBD
Route/Place
Silver Creek Way Trail
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Green Trails Olympic Mountains East No. 168S
Custom Correct Buckhorn Wilderness
USGS Mt Townsend - See full route/place details.
Roster
Required Equipment
Required Equipment
To be discussed at lecture
Trip Reports