Field trip: Spring Hiking Series: Olympic River Rambler
Spring Hiking Series: June Hikes - Tubal Cain Mine, Buckhorn Lake & Marmot Pass
*** Trip initially open to Spring Hiking Students. Follow Tubal Caine Trail along Copper Creek as far as Buckhorn Pass/Buckhorn Mountain. Hope to see the Rhodys (end of bloom) as well as wildflowers and weather dependent peak views.
Contacts
- Tue, Jun 9, 2026
- Tacoma Hiking & Backpacking Committee
- Day Hiking
- Adults, All Who Qualify
- Moderate
- Challenging
- Mileage: 17.5 mi
- Elevation Gain: 5,354 ft
- High Point Elevation: 6,400 ft
- Pace: 2.0-2.5
- 6 (6 capacity)
- FULL (2 capacity)
- Fri, May 15, 2026 at 8:00 AM
- Fri, May 22, 2026
- Sun, Jun 7, 2026 at 5:00 PM
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
- iCal Google
Midweek long hike on one of my favorite trails! The first two miles of this trail is easy walking through rhododendrons. We may or may not climb the slag pile to see tubal caine mine (based on group interest) Past the mine, we will push on to buckhorn pass if the timing is right, wildflowers will distract you from EG. We can slow our pace for photos...but need to be mindful of time. Fortunately, we will be near summer solstice with maximum daylight hours. The distance noted is to buckhorn pass as the turn around. If it is somewhat pleasant and worth it, we can allow some time at the top for exploration.
I have reserved a campsite at John Wayne "resort" the June 8th (the night before) if anyone would like to join.
If you are committed to this hike, contact me to preregister carolyncarbajal.rn@gmail.com
Please be realistic about your fitness to walk 17.5 miles with 5000 feet EG before signing up. TY
John Wayne Marina Parking lot (just past Louella RD) 0830. The road to the trailhead is long, full of potholes, and better if done together (and driving directions downloaded).
Tubal Cain Mine, Buckhorn Lake & Marmot Pass
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Green Trails Tyler Peak No. 136
Green Trails Olympic Mountains East No. 168S
Custom Correct Buckhorn Wilderness
Trails Illustrated Olympic National Park - See full route/place details.
Required Equipment
10 Essentials