Chinook Pass to Snoqualmie Pass. Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest, City of Seattle. In about 100 yards, turn right onto a dirt road leading into the PCT trailhead. The trail is primarily used for hiking, running, camping, fishing, and backpacking and is best used from May until November. Lots of elk (and quite a few bow hunters) were seen between Sheep Lake and Government Meadows. Chinook Pass, the east entrance to the park, is located three miles east of Cayuse Pass and 51 miles west of Naches on SR 410. PCT Trail Chinook Pass to Snoqualmie Pass Pacific Crest Trail - The South Cascades - Chinook Pass to Snoqualmie on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) September 1-7, 1997 69.1 miles, 6 days This is the fourth section of the Pacific Crest Trail that my partner and I have hiked. Rainier. Before Stampede Pass, pass by Bearpaw Butte and climb to Snowshoe Butte, a logged-over summit which features blueberries and Silver Firs. You can improve or add to this guidebook entry, Washington Trails Association → Next: Snoqualmie Pass (mile 2402) to Stevens Pass (mile 2476): Up the Goldmyer Hot Springs Alternative to Stevens Pass Share Tags: cascade locks chinook pass knife's edge mt. The PCT guide states that Blowout Mountain has the only reliable water for the next 17 miles to beyond Stampede Pass. Eventually, reach a weather station where there is access to water. adams mt. The only reliable water north of Government Meadows is at a spring 5 miles north of Government Meadows and at (below) Blowout Mountain, a distance of 12 miles. The trail from Sheep Lake (2.2 miles in from Chinook Pass) on through the Norse Peak Wilderness area and the Blowout Mountain area offered the best views. However, we did find a very good stream at Tacoma Pass (go west on road 52 for about 5 minutes; go left on the first logging road you come to and go 200 yds into the uncut forest; the stream crosses the road) which is about 6 miles north of Blowout Mountain. Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) - Chinook Pass to Snoqualmie Pass, Wilderness permit. Keep an eye out for lots of elk. The weather turned for the better and my heel is healed so Linda and I drove to Chinook Pass on Tuesday August 7, 2001. Water between Tacoma Pass to a few miles beyond Stampede Pass was not readily available (Lizard Lake water at Stampede Pass is bad news and should only be used in an emergency - boil and treat/filter.) Follow me on Instagram @alicezhang35 for updates. There were many mountain goats above us on the rocks. Been meaning to post something on this trip for awhile now. From Seattle drive I-90 to exit 52 (signed for Snoqualmie Pass west). 705 2nd Ave, Suite 300 September 6-Saturday-Early Start and Big PlansThe campsite for the night had been awesome. WHITE PASS to CHINOOK PASS: This 25.6-mile leg traverses meadows dotted with lakes to the Cascade Crest for pin-up views of Mts. From Chinook Pass, the trail takes you along and above Highway 410 on a mostly exposed slope before turning north for a short way through a forest of cedar, hemlock and Douglas fir to Sheep Lake's south shore. 6 miles past Blowout Mountain, cross paths with a cross country ski trail, and from this point on stay in close proximity with cross country ski trails, roads, and eventually the highway when you reach Snoqualmie Pass. Seattle, WA 98104. PCT: WA Section I - Highway 12 to Snoqualmie Pass is a 93.6 mile moderately trafficked point-to-point trail located near Naches, Washington that features a great forest setting and is rated as difficult. View in Chinook Pass. Contributions to WTA are tax deductible, and we are committed to making the best use of every donation to our mission. One of the many fields . The PCT will not intersect directly with Crystal Lake, which is in the Park, but there is a trail that provides access for those interested in a visit. By Ken Harris (PCT) September 8, 2014. Mileages from Mexico to Canada along the Pacific Crest trail of California, Oregon and Washington. These occurred on days when we were in forests or clear cuts without any real views. 3 reviews of Pacific Crest Trail at Chinook Pass "On August 27th, took a drive to Chinook Pass which was about 2.5 hours. My nephew was hiking the PCT last year - the whole shebang. Manning Park is the northern terminus of the Pacific Crest Trail which is 2300 miles long, and goes from Mexico to Canada This section of the Pacific Crest Trail (at least in Washington) had a wide variety of terrain, from typical high mountains with views of Mt. Drop one car at Chinook Pass, drive approximately 45 minutes to White Pass and start hiking from there. Chinook Pass; PCT Section J; By Geoff. Self-issue at trailhead (no fee). Take Exit 142B onto State Route 18 E. Take SR 18 to SR 164 E, then to SR 410 E towards Mount Rainier. Between White Pass and Highway 410 at Chinook Pass, the trail skirts many lakes as it approaches the towering monarch of the Cascades, Mt. Stuart climb and it served me well. The rest of the trail is a pleasant walk as you pass Lodge Lake and finally reach Snoqualmie Pass. Take US-2 to Stevens Pass for the northern end. Washington Trails Association is 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Pass over Highway 410, and begin your walk following closely along the highway for the first mile. From there on, water was generally available every few miles or so. From Chinook Pass, the trail has an easy, rapid run to Interstate 90 at Snoqualmie Pass. Begin your trip along the PCT at Chinook Pass, which sits midway through the east border of Mount Rainier National Park. Drive to the White Pass Campground and Pacific Crest Trail trailhead on State Route 12. Quickly branch off and make your way towards Sourdough Gap and Crystal Lake. Our tax identification number is EIN 91-0900134. Make your way through the Norse Peak Wilderness along rolling hills. I left the Tri-Cities at about 7:30. It has an elevation of 5,430 feet. Rainier to many square miles of forest that has been clear cut. It would require two 30 mile days, one Saturday, then one Sunday, and check into the hotel Sunday night. Past the weather station, walk under overhead power lines. The parking lot is ample, as it … Here there are nice views of Mount Rainier. Finally, make your way past Lizard Lake to Stampede Pass. Begin your trip along the PCT at Chinook Pass, which sits midway through the east border of Mount Rainier National Park. Currently at Snoqualmie Inn, leaving for Stevens Pass tomorrow. But on the way home from California I found out the Rainy Pass was closed because of mudslides from a storm. Pickhandle Point and Crown Point are on the right. Chinook Pass to Snoqualmie Pass. Spot Arch Rock as you walk towards Louisiana Saddle. Four of us just hiked the 100 miles from White Pass to Snoqualmie. A Pacific Crest Trail ridge-walk extravaganza with fields of flowers and views of Mount Rainier. Like clockwork, I made it to the trailhead around 10am. Reach Blowout Mountain and enjoy the views. Coming into Chinkook Pass . Photos and stories from my thru-hike of the PCT. The flowers are still out and the day was warm and pleasant. (I hiked from Snoqualmie Pas to Stampede Pass as a 18.5 mile dayhike) The pictures cover many points in the seasons. Monday, August 26, 2013 PCT 2013: Snoqualmie Pass to Chinook Pass This trip was actually supposed to be Rainy Pass to Stevens Pass. I’ll try to give an update if we make it there. McKenzie Carlson. Again, there is little water. We have now hiked the PCT from Chinook Pass (I-90) to Manning Park, Canada, approximately 340 miles. Washington Trails Association Class of 2014, Northbound, Thru-hiker. Make your way around Crystal Mountain and the resort area, keeping a reasonable distance away, and pass through Bear Gap, Panhandle Pass, and Bell Pass. Weather on the trip was mostly sunny and dry all the way. This water source was not noted in the PCT guide. Pacific Crest Trail: Snoqualmie Pass to Windy Pass A 12-mile round trip hike with 2,600 feet of elevation gain that explores a lightly used but scenic section of the Pacific Crest Trail south from Snoqualmie Pass. The trail was generally good all the way with relatively few blowdowns. Pacific Crest Trail Section H Columbia River to White Pass 147 Miles August 30-September 13, 2003 . This water is several hundred feet down and almost a mile off the PCT via trails #1318 and #1388. Take I-90 to Exit 52 at Snoqualmie Pass to reach the southern end of this section of the Pacific Crest Trail. Waking up at 3:30, unable to sleep, I hatched a plan to get me a double zero at Snoqualmie Pass. Pass over Highway 410, and begin your walk following closely along the highway for the first mile. This portion of the trail offers the best views. This was a relatively easy section of trail and does offer a variety of views. The best way to approach this thru-hike is to use two cars or a key swap. Anderson Lake, just inside Rainier National Park, makes for a stellar final camp. If this section of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) proves anything, it's that this is truly not the case. PCT Section J, Stevens to Snoqualmie trip report, July 29- August 2, 2020. Destinations along this section are Sheep Lake, Sourdough Gap, Bear Gap, Crown Point, Pickhandle Gap, Bullion Basin, Scout Pass, Norse Peak and Basin Lake. The only water comes from a spring about 5 miles past the meadows. This leaves about 170 miles to go, from Chinook Pass to the Columbia River. Starting from Chinook Pass: From Seattle, drive on I-5 South towards Enumclaw. 14,410′). Subscribe to our free email newsletter for hiking events, news, gear reviews and more. Section H of the Pacific Crest Trail goes from the Bridge of the Gods at the Columbia River to White Pass near Mt. We will hike south on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) from the Snoqualmie Pass south trailhead over the Summit West ski area and past Beaver Lake and Lodge Lake to the west. Quickly branch off and make your way towards Sourdough Gap and Crystal Lake. Chinook and Cayuse passes provide travelers two scenic routes through the Cascade Mountain range in Washington that take visitors through Mount Rainier National Park. The eight-mile path from the Naches Peak Loop Trailhead in Chinook Pass to Crown Point in the Norse Peak Wilderness is home to many alpine … In this section the trail elevation varied from a high of about 6500 ft in the Norse Peak Wilderness area down to 3000 ft at Snoqualmie Pass. Our tax identification number is EIN 91-0900134. Once past the Crystal Mountain area, pass by Norse Peak on the left and enter the Norse Peak Wilderness. We then traverse a steep slope overlooking the deep canyon of the South Fork Snoqualmie River. I had just taken the hammock on a Mt. st. helens pacific crest trail pct pct 2014 penguin snoqualmie pass trout lake washington white pass There are many moderate to very strenuous loop backpacking options up to 20 miles with 10 one-way miles on the PCT. 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