Trip Distance: 6 mi/10 km
Trip Elevation: 4,980 ft/1,581 m
Season: July-September
Custom Dates Available: Give us a call or send us an email to schedule a trip.
Cost: *Price includes guides, transportation, permits, trekking poles, ropes, ice ax, climbing harness, crampons, food, tents, and all cooking equipment.
Group Size: Maximum of three people and guide
About the Hike:
This is the perfect trip for families with strong children. The hike will take you through pristine lakes, streams, waterfalls and a blow zone.
Skill Level:
While it is not necessary to have previous backpacking experience, this trip is recommended for backpackers in reasonable shape.
Learning Objectives:
- Leave No Trace Principles
- Equipment selection and maintenance
- Optimal clothing/layer systems
- Proper fitting/packing a backpack
- Route selection
- Pacing
- Navigation (map/compass)
- Weather assessment
- Site selection
- Water filtration
- Stove usage and maintenance
Itinerary
Equipment Recommendations
