Overnight backpacking in the Snoqualmie National Forest near Seattle

Join a certified mountain guide for a relaxing overnight camping and backpacking getaway in the lovely wilderness outside of Seattle!

Group

2 Days

May - Sep

Low

Highlights

Relaxing 2-day getaway in the beautiful mountains outside of Seattle
Learn about the basics of camping and backpacking for your future adventures
Enjoy a beautiful sunset from the woods or on the banks of a mountain lake

Description

Enjoy a relaxing two days soaking up the fresh mountain air and basking in the picturesque landscapes outside of Seattle! You will also learn all the basics of camping and backpacking for your next camping getaway!

During this overnight trip, we will relax in the woods while learning about the fundamentals of camping and backpacking. We will depart from the trailhead and make our way along the trail at a leisurely pace. While we hike, we will discuss important topics related to backpacking and camping, such as outdoor safety, Leave no Trace principles, light packing tips, mechanics of backpacking, and outdoor cooking from meal prep, to execution, to clean-up.

Once we arrive at our camping spot on the banks of a tranquil lake (either: Annette Lake, Snow Lake, Talapus Lake, or Olallie Lake), we will set up camp and begin dinner preparations. Once this is taken care of, you are free to enjoy the remainder of the evening at your leisure. You may choose to lounge by the lake or explore the surrounding landscape a bit more on foot. Whatever you choose, it will be a relaxing and peaceful evening and a memorable wilderness sunset. The next morning, we enjoy a satisfying breakfast before breaking camp and hiking out.

This trip is suitable for beginners who are interested in learning the basics of camping and backpacking so that they can return to the woods on their own! The hike is not challenging, and we will move at a comfortable pace. Minimum age: 13 years old (note: We offer this as a separate trip for families with children under 13 years old).

Book this trip now and you will spend a lovely 2 days relaxing in the scenic mountain landscapes outside of Seattle!

Check out a few of my other programs in Washington State: Family backpacking trip in the Snoqualmie National Forest near Seattle, 2 days, Mount Shuksan, Washington, 3 Day Guided Ascent, or 1-day Intro to Rock Climbing near Seattle, WA (USA)!

Price includes

Guiding fee
Breakfast
Dinner
Permit and entrance fees
Tents
Cooking utensils

Price details

Please note the price does not include transportation, personal backpacking equipment, or guide gratuities.

Meeting point

We can meet at our office in Seattle (transportation not included, but we can help arrange carpool or provide transportation for extra charge) or at the trailhead

About the guide

Miyar

5.0

(22)

Guide Agency

At Miyar Adventures, we know that every trip is as much about discovering yourself as it is about discovering the world. Miyar was founded because of our passion for climbing - a passion we will strive to share with you whether you join us for a trip close to home or in a remote corner of the Himalayas.

We strive to be your trusted companion as you chase your life-long dreams. We believe it is our duty to ensure that you are safe and that you have fun every time you climb with us.

We want to make climbing accessible to all adventure-seekers, regardless of their age and climbing background. And when we go climbing with seasoned climbers, we make sure they have enough of a challenge.

Miyar's guides have relevant training through the American Mountain Guides Association (AMGA) for the terrain in which they guide. This includes training in rock climbing, ice climbing, glacier travel, and snow sports, as well as avalanche training and Wilderness First Responder or higher level medical certification.

Languages

Hindi | English

Certificates

AMGA

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