Backpacking Building Blocks Student-Only Backpack - Hoh River

Hoh Rainforest Visitor Center
(https://goo.gl/maps/CTLs7N3EaevcYih98)

A valid parking pass is required at the trailhead

Friday May 2nd at 9am

Rain or shine

This is a beginner’s backpacking trip, giving students the opportunity to try out their gear and apply the skills they've learned in the B3 course.  We’ll be exploring the Hoh River valley in Olympic National Park.

On our first day, we'll hike from the Hoh Rainforest visitor center to the Olympus Guard Station camp (9 miles, 690' gain), where we'll set up our basecamp for our 2-night stay.  On our second day, folks can either rest in camp or take an optional dayhike up towards Hoh Lake (7.5 miles, 2800' gain).  On our third and final day, we'll pack up and return to the trailhead at Hoh Rainforest visitor center (9 miles, 350' gain).

We'll hike at a moderate pace (1.5-2 mph), and take breaks for snacks, views, and pictures.

Route: CalTopo

Recent trip reports: WTA

Weather forecast: NWS

Participants will be asked to pay $17/person for the backcountry permit obtained by the trip leader.