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Spring Hiking Series: Olympic River Rambler Jun to Jul Hikes

Field trip: Spring Hiking Series: Olympic River Rambler

Spring Hiking Series: Olympic River Rambler Jun to Jul Hikes - Marmot Pass

*** Trip Initially open to Spring Hiking Students. Trip will open to registration to all Mountaineers 7 to 10 days prior to the hike date *** Hike along the Upper Big Quilcene River to Marmot Pass.

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Lisa McPeak
Lisa McPeak
Primary Leader
Qualified Youth Leader
  • Strenuous
  • Challenging
  • Mileage: 11.5 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 3,500 ft
  • High Point Elevation: 6,000 ft
  • Pace: 1.5 - 2.0

Meeting time:  8:00am.  

Meeting place:  Hood Canal Ranger District Quilcene Station in Quilcene WA.  

We will meet at the ranger station to consolidate in cars to drive to the trailhead since the trailhead parking is small.

This trip is initially open only to Olympic River Rambler students.

This is a challenging yet beautiful hike.  Marmot Pass had just wonderful views; one time I sat at the pass for over an hour to just enjoy the views.  Well worth the cahllenge!!!

Route/Place

Marmot Pass & Buckhorn Mountain


  • Custom Correct Buckhorn Wilderness
    Green Trails Tyler Peak No. 136
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    Trails Illustrated Olympic National Park
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