Intro to Backpacking Field Trip

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



  • 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

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