Weekly Hike - Summit Lake - Sept 23

Skill Level:

This hike is varied and terrain at 6.1 miles with 1300ft of elevation gain. Rated as moderate.

WTA link: https://www.wta.org/go-hiking/hikes/summit-lake

Description:

Varying terrain takes you across switchbacks, up ascents and into lush meadows. Enjoy the beauty of the lakes around Mt Rainier, and the wildlife and flowers.

Logistics:

• Gearhouse Members: Carpool coordination will occur via our Gearhouse Slack #hiking channel so please check there for info. If you're not already tagged in the thread please add youself to make sure you are accounted for in the carpool count!
• Non-members: If you’re not a Gearhouse member and have not already received an email, please reach out to events@joingearhouse.com. We will let you know if we can accommodate you on this hike.
• Early starts are an important part of outdoor activities, no matter what the season!
• This hike leaves outside of Gearhouse (note Basecamp will not be open yet)
• If needed, please make a gear reservation
• Return time varies depending on group
• Pass: Northwest Forest Pass